emodin

Definition / meaning of emodin

A substance found in certain plants, including rhubarb. It belongs to a family of compounds called anthraquinones, which have shown anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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