For the most tested strains, the antibacterial activities of some major metabolites were enhanced, ranging from four to 66 times higher than chlorogenic acid. Benzoic acid, p-hydroxybenzoic acid, p-coumaric acid, dihydrocaffeic acid, and gallic acid were stronger than the other metabolites. Moreover, the antibacterial actions of dihydrocaffeic acid and gallic acid against MSSA and MRSA was increased 33-66 times respectively.
Conclusion:
Some main metabolites presented more potent antibacterial activities than chlorogenic acid, and chlorogenic acid may exert antibacterial effects through some of its metabolites.