Compound K Production: Achievements and Perspectives.

Compound K (CK) is one of the major metabolites found in mammalian blood and organs following oral administration of plants. CK, also known as minor ginsenoside, can be absorbed in the systemic circulation. It has garnered significant attention in healthcare and medical products due to its pharmacological activities, such as antioxidation, anticancer, antiproliferation, antidiabetics, neuroprotection, and anti-atherogenic activities.