DoLPHiN: A structural and functional database of natural polysaccharides with health benefits

Title Value
Polysaccharide Carrageenans
Source Name Kappaphycus alvarezii
Weight
Main Glycosidic Bond(s)
α-Galp-(1→4)
Main Chain Linear structure, the main chain is connected by α-1,4-D-galactose through specific glycosidic bonds.
Side Chain Sulfate ester groups as side chain substituents
NMR Information unknown
Monosaccharide
Physiological Functions Can activate the defense mechanisms of plants against various pathogens (including bacteria, fungi and viruses).
Intestinal Microbiota Regulation unknown
Related Diseases (based on ICD-11)
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DOI 10.1590/S1982-56762014000200001
Data Source Statement:
The data included in the DoLPHiN database is sourced exclusively from peer-reviewed original publications and presented after normalization.