What happens to xanthohumol from hops during beer preparation
The present contribution describes tests relating to addition of xanthohumol and to tracking of this substance during beer preparation. The results show whether xanthohumol can have a physiological effect through beer or whether it is generally just an interesting substance.
It has been reported recently that xanthohumol from hops may have a carcinostatic effect. The reports are based on research carried out at Oregon State University. Engelhardt i. a. (Hopfen-Rundschau No. 6 of June 1st, 1998, page 152 - 153) wrote about the particular research. This has been carried out in-vitro in the first instance, results from tests involving living organisms are not yet available. The in-vitro tests show anticarcinogenic effects for xanthohumol quantities from 10 to 100 mmol.35 to 3.
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