Macelignan (Anwulignan) is a lignan.

It can be found in Myristica fragrans, the nutmeg.

One study has shown that macelignan may exert antimicrobial and anticariogenic activity against Streptococcus mutans, but this is not a currently used treatment.

[1][2] Macelignan may also act as an antidiabetic molecule via PPAR signaling[3] and upregulate adipocyte gene expression[4] Macelignan may contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties[5][4] and is marketed in breast enhancement creams for its anti-aging properties.

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