Strong Antihyperglycemic Effects of Water-Soluble Fraction of Brazilian
Propolis and Its Bioactive Constituent, 3,4,5-Tri-O-caffeoylquinic Acid
In conclusion, the antihyperglycemic effects of propolis
extract are attributed to the inhibition of intestinal AGH
activity. The CQA family, in particular 3,4,5-tri-CQA is a
possible candidate for exerting the effect via the specific
retardation of maltase activity.