The bitter principle in the radicchio is lactucopicrin (intybin) , a sesquiterpene lactone. Lactucopicrin is a potent anti-malarial agent and has a sedative and analgesic (painkiller) effect. Its leaves are an excellent source of phenolic flavonoid antioxidants such as zea-xanthin, and lutein.
It typically takes two years to get an associate degree, but depending on the program and your own schedule it may take more or a bit less.
Associateâs Degree. An associateâs degree is normally earned at a community college and is earned in two years. It usually focuses on general education requirements that can be later used towards completing a bachelorâs degree after two more years of study.