Definition

A natural substance found in many plants that is used in medicine to help strengthen blood vessels and has antioxidant properties.

Example

Rutin is often taken as a supplement to improve circulation and support heart health.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of rutin?

Yeah, isn't it something that's found in plants like buckwheat?

Exactly! I read that it can help strengthen capillary walls.

That sounds interesting; I might look for supplements that contain rutin!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rutin originates from the Latin word 'ruta', meaning rue (a type of herb), combined with the suffix '-in', which is often used in chemistry to denote substances. The word 'rutin' refers to a specific flavonoid found in certain plants, particularly in the rue herb.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ruta', the Latin word for rue, which helps you remember that 'rutin' is a substance derived from plants, particularly the rue herb.

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