Term Name: gingerol
Synonyms: (+)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-decanone, (5S)-5-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)decan-3-one, (S)-(+)-[6]Gingerol, (S)-(6)-Gingerol, 6-Gingerol, [6]-Gingerol
Definition: A beta-hydroxy ketone that is 5-hydroxydecan-3-one substituted by a 4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl moiety at position 1; believed to inhibit adipogenesis. It is a constituent of fresh ginger.
Ontology: ChEBI [CHEBI:10136]  ( EBI )

Relationships
is a type of: beta-hydroxy ketone guaiacols
has_role: antineoplastic agent plant metabolite