What is Nootkatone?

Nootkatone is a natural sesquiterpene. It is one of the main constituents of the grapefruit aroma and, hence, can be isolated from them. However, it can also be identified significantly in Alaska yellow cedar trees and vetiver grass.

Nootkatones’ primary use is as an insect repeller. It is highly effective even after several hours compared to other plant-based repellants.

This compound has also shown biological activity as well. Research has shown nootkatone to be effective in attenuating dyslipidemia and intramyocardial lipid accumulation. It has also been studied for 

• anti-cancer
• anti-viral
• anti-inflammatory
• and more.

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