The flavonoids comprise fifteen carbon atoms, with two benzene (A and B) rings connected to a six-membered pyran (C) ring
In overweight cats, supplementation has been studied for helping manage obesity and improve body condition, and one line of research in obese cats found it modifies carnitine metabolism and reduces ketosis during fasting (Blanchard G, 2002)
Koizumi A, Nozaki J, Ohura T, Kayo T, Wada Y, Nezu J, Ohashi R, Tamai I, Shoji Y, Takada G, Kibira S, Matsuishi T, Tsuji A: Genetic epidemiology of the carnitine transporter OCTN2 gene in a Japanese population and phenotypic characterization in Japanese pedigrees with primary systemic carnitine deficiency
For enhanced benefit, up to 6 capsules daily may be taken in increments of 2 capsules 3 times daily
It decreases blood glucose and increases hepatic glycogen