What is aqueous extract?

An aqueous extract is a solution obtained by soaking or boiling plant material in water to extract soluble compounds. This method is commonly used in herbal medicine and food science to isolate active ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals, from the plant. The resulting extract can be used for various applications, including medicinal purposes, flavoring, and nutritional supplementation. Aqueous extracts can vary in concentration and composition depending on the source material and extraction conditions.