malic acid
noun
: a crystalline dicarboxylic acid C4H6O5
especially
: the levorotatory isomer of malic acid that is found in various fruits (such as apples) and is formed as an intermediate in the Krebs cycle
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The malate form of magnesium means it is bound to malic acid, which may also have a beneficial role in muscle recovery.
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Britannay Scanniello, Verywell Health, 1 Mar. 2024
Its pore-unclogging formula is infused with mild chemical exfoliators, including lactic and malic acids, to remove flaky patches, excess oil, and dead skin.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 27 Nov. 2023
Hawksmoor also acid-adjusts their honey with malic acid from apples and citric acid for a cleaner taste.
—Noah Lederman, Popular Science, 2 Nov. 2023
Lime Juice: Lime juice has a tarter edge than lemon, with a malic acid zing (like green apples) in addition to the classic lemon’s citric acid.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2023
Its unique blend of ingredients, including malic acid and MSM, helps to reduce pain and inflammation, improve energy levels, and promote overall well-being.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 29 July 2023
Ingredients like magnesium and malic acid are known to alleviate muscle pain, while vitamins B6 and B12 help boost energy levels.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 29 July 2023
Glow facial One of the easiest way to instantly give skin a glow boost is with exfoliation, which is typically accomplished in facials with alpha hydroxy acid peels using glycolic, lactic, or malic acids or a combination of several.
—Brian Underwood, Women's Health, 11 July 2023
Magnesium malate is a combination of magnesium and malic acid, and each of these capsules delivers a 100 mg dose of magnesium malate, along with 100 mg of calcium malate.
—Willow Jarosh, Ms, Rd, Health, 27 June 2023
Britannay Scanniello, Verywell Health, 1 Mar. 2024
Its pore-unclogging formula is infused with mild chemical exfoliators, including lactic and malic acids, to remove flaky patches, excess oil, and dead skin.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 27 Nov. 2023
Hawksmoor also acid-adjusts their honey with malic acid from apples and citric acid for a cleaner taste.
—Noah Lederman, Popular Science, 2 Nov. 2023
Lime Juice: Lime juice has a tarter edge than lemon, with a malic acid zing (like green apples) in addition to the classic lemon’s citric acid.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2023
Its unique blend of ingredients, including malic acid and MSM, helps to reduce pain and inflammation, improve energy levels, and promote overall well-being.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 29 July 2023
Ingredients like magnesium and malic acid are known to alleviate muscle pain, while vitamins B6 and B12 help boost energy levels.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 29 July 2023
Glow facial One of the easiest way to instantly give skin a glow boost is with exfoliation, which is typically accomplished in facials with alpha hydroxy acid peels using glycolic, lactic, or malic acids or a combination of several.
—Brian Underwood, Women's Health, 11 July 2023
Magnesium malate is a combination of magnesium and malic acid, and each of these capsules delivers a 100 mg dose of magnesium malate, along with 100 mg of calcium malate.
—Willow Jarosh, Ms, Rd, Health, 27 June 2023
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“Malic acid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/malic%20acid. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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