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1. Anthraquinone compounds - free anthraquinone:

1) Rhubarb acid is one of the important components in rhubarb extract. It has various pharmacological activities, such as anti-inflammatory effects, which can inhibit the production of inflammatory mediators, and has potential application value in the research of some inflammation related diseases. Meanwhile, rhein also has a certain inhibitory effect on certain tumor cells, and its mechanism may involve regulating the cell cycle and inducing cell apoptosis.

2) Emodin is another major free anthraquinone. It has a laxative effect, can stimulate intestinal peristalsis, and promote defecation. In terms of antibacterial properties, emodin has inhibitory effects on various bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and can be used to treat intestinal infections and other diseases.

3) Aloe emodin is also present in rhubarb extract. It has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and also performs well in antioxidant properties, capable of clearing free radicals in the body and reducing oxidative stress damage to cells.

4) Rhubarb phenol and emodin methyl ether are both free anthraquinones. Rhubarb has certain effects in antioxidant and antibacterial aspects, while emodin methyl ether may have potential benefits in improving blood microcirculation.

5) Combining anthraquinone: Rhubarb contains anthraquinone glycosides, such as rhein and 8-glucoside. These bound anthraquinones can be hydrolyzed in the intestine, releasing free anthraquinones and exerting corresponding pharmacological effects. For example, during the process of diarrhea, the free anthraquinone hydrolyzed by anthraquinone stimulates the intestinal mucosa, promoting intestinal secretion and peristalsis.

2. Tannin compounds - The tannins in rhubarb are mainly gallic acid tannins and catechin tannins. Gallic acid tannins have astringent effects and can be used to stop diarrhea. When diarrhea symptoms occur, gallic acid tannins can coagulate proteins on the surface of the intestinal mucosa, reduce intestinal secretion, and thus alleviate diarrhea. Catechins and tannins have antioxidant and antibacterial properties. They can eliminate free radicals in the body, inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria, and help maintain the balance of intestinal microbiota.

3. Flavonoids - Flavonoids in rhubarb extract include rutin and quercetin. Rutin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which can reduce vascular permeability, decrease inflammatory exudation, and may play a certain role in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Quercetin can inhibit the growth of tumor cells, induce tumor cell apoptosis, and is also an antioxidant that can protect cells from free radical damage.

4. Polysaccharide compounds - Rhubarb polysaccharides are mainly composed of glucose, galactose, mannose, etc. These polysaccharides have immunomodulatory effects, which can enhance the body's immunity, activate immune cells such as macrophages and T lymphocytes, and improve the body's disease resistance. Meanwhile, rhubarb polysaccharides also have certain potential in anti-tumor effects, as they can inhibit the growth and metastasis of tumor cells by regulating the body's immune system.

5. Organic acids - Rhubarb contains organic acids such as oxalic acid, citric acid, and malic acid. Oxalic acid plays a certain role in the metabolic process of plants and may also be utilized in some chemical reactions. Citric acid and malic acid can regulate the acid-base balance in the body and play a role in energy metabolism processes, such as the citric acid cycle, which is an important link in cellular respiration.

6. Volatile oils - The volatile oil components of rhubarb have certain pharmacological activities. The components in volatile oil can have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, and have inhibitory effects on some bacteria and inflammation. Meanwhile, volatile oils may also have a certain sedative effect, which may have potential research value in relieving anxiety, improving sleep, and other aspects.