Plum polyphenols are extracted from dried plums (prunes) and fresh plums of Prunus domestica through aqueous-ethanol methods. The polyphenolic profile includes chlorogenic acid, neochlorogenic acid, rutin, anthocyanins, and proanthocyanidins.
Dried plum polyphenols have gained significant scientific attention for their role in supporting bone mineral density and preventing osteoporosis, attributed to their ability to suppress osteoclast activity and promote osteoblast function. They also provide antioxidant, prebiotic, and digestive health benefits. Commercially, plum polyphenols are used in bone health supplements, digestive wellness products, and anti-aging functional foods.
