Citrin (Noun)
Meaning
A vitamin that maintains the resistance of cell and capillary walls to permeation.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Vitamin P is also known as citrin or bioflavonoid and is used to maintain the resistance of cell and capillary walls to permeation.
- The doctor recommended taking citrin supplements to improve the integrity of her blood vessel walls.
- Citrin also plays a role in the absorption of vitamin C by the body and aids in the prevention of scurvy.
- Bioflavonoids, including citrin, have been used for decades to strengthen the connective tissue and capillaries in the skin.
- Daily intake of citrin, as part of a vitamin regimen, has been shown to reduce the likelihood of bruising and swelling due to damaged capillaries.