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The facts about chrysin 500
Chrysin is a naturally occurring flavone, a type of flavonoid. It is found in the passion flowers Passiflora caerulea and Passiflora incarnata, and in Oroxylum indicum. It is also found in chamomile, in the mushroom Pleurotus ostreatus, and in honeycomb.
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Aromatase inhibition
Studies performed in vivo show that orally administered chrysin does not have clinical activity as an aromatase inhibitor.
Chrysin is available as a bodybuilding supplement and it is taken with the hope of raising testosterone levels or stimulating testosterone production; however, there is no clinical evidence for this effect.
Inflammation
Chrysin is under laboratory research for its potential effects on inflammation, but there is no evidence it has anti-inflammatory activity in humans.
Bioavailability
Following oral intake by humans, chrysin has low bioavailability and rapid excretion.