Amylin is a peptide that displays 50% homology with calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), Amylin is colocalized with somatostatin in endocrine cells of the gastric fundus. In isolated mouse stomach, amylin caused a concentration-dependent decrease in acid secretion.

1-vinylpyrene (1-Ethenylpyrene) has antitumor activity and strongly inhibits the formation of skin tumors triggered by DMBA or B[]P in a dose-dependent manner and can be used to prevent tumor formation.

D-altrofurano-heptulose-3 is isolated from the rhizomes of Actinidia kolomikta (Rupr. & Maxim.) Maxim., Actinidiaceae.