Potent and selective tachykinin NK2 receptor agonist (EC50 = 3.7 nM in rat colon). Displays > 1000- and > 300-fold selectivity over NK1 and NK3 receptors respectively. Active in vivo.

2-Deoxy-D-galactose is a glucose analog and glucose antagonist that inhibits the maintenance of hippocampal LTP and can suppress tumor growth by inhibiting the glycolytic process.

1-Kestose shows significant anti-hydroxyl radical potential. 1-Kestose can promote intestinal Lactobacillus number and influence the microorganisms as well as the intestinal and systemic immune responses.