scholarly journals Effect of Aqueous Extract and Polyphenol Fraction Derived from Thymus atlanticus Leaves on Acute Hyperlipidemia in the Syrian Golden Hamsters

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mhamed Ramchoun ◽  
Tarik Khouya ◽  
Hicham Harnafi ◽  
Souliman Amrani ◽  
Chakib Alem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Biological Effects ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Plasma Lipid ◽  
Scientific Data ◽  
Endemic Plant ◽  
Golden Hamsters ◽  
Syrian Golden Hamsters ◽  
Plasma Malondialdehyde

Thymus atlanticus, an endemic plant of Morocco, is traditionally used as a liniment or a drink to treat various diseases. However, there are few available scientific data regarding its biological effects. In this connection, the present study aimed to investigate the hypolipidemic and antioxidant effects of aqueous extract and polyphenol fraction of Thymus atlanticus in Syrian golden hamsters treated with Triton WR-1339 (triton, 20 mg/100 g body weight). The hamsters orally received the extracts (400 mg/kg), and blood samples were collected after 24 h of treatment to determine plasma lipid, insulin, and fasting blood glucose levels. Plasma malondialdehyde level and plasma total antioxidant (TAS) were also evaluated. The T. atlanticus extracts significantly decreased triglycerides, total cholesterol, VLDL-C, and LDL-C and increased HDL-C when compared with the hyperlipidemic group. Both extracts suppressed the effect of the triton injection on TAS and reduced the level of plasma malondialdehyde. The extracts produced no significant change in the blood glucose level but effectively prevented the mild hyperinsulinemia induced by triton. These findings suggest that T. atlanticus may be a useful alternative treatment for the control of hyperlipidemia and its related diseases.

Anti-Diabetic Effect of a Flavonoid and Sitosterol - Rich Aqueous Extract ofPleurotus tuberregiumSclerotia in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rabbits

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (8) ◽  
pp. 1148-1156 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ifeanacho Mercy Onuekwuzu ◽  
Ikewuchi Catherine Chidinma ◽  
Ikewuchi Jude Chigozie
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Risk Index ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Hdl Cholesterol ◽  
The Body ◽  
Atherogenic Index ◽  
Atherogenic Indices ◽  
Diabetic Rabbits

Objective:Traditionally prepared infusions and decoctions are commonly used in the management of diabetes mellitus, in southern Nigeria; one of such is the aqueous extract of the sclerotia of Pleurotus tuberregium (“usu” milk). In this study, the effects of the extract on the body weights, tissue/ organ weights, fasting blood glucose, blood/plasma lipid profiles and atherogenic indices were investigated in normal and alloxan-induced diabetic rabbits.Methods:Diabetes mellitus was induced by the injection of alloxan (120 mg/kg body weight) via the marginal ear vein. The extract was administered orally at 100, 200 and 300 mg/kg to normal and diabetic rabbits; while metformin was administered at 50 mg/kg. The crude extract was analyzed by gas chromatography, coupled to flame ionization detector.Results:Thirty-one known flavonoids were detected, consisting mainly of isoquercetin (28.5%), luteolin (24.3%), quercetin (18.8%) and kaempferol (11.3%). Sitosterol (82.0%) and stigmasterol (12.5%) were the most abundant of the seven phytosterols detected. Compared to the diabetic control, the treatment significantly (p<0.05) lowered the weights of the kidney and liver, as well as the levels of blood glucose and triglyceride, plasma VLDL, LDL and non-HDL cholesterol, atherogenic index of plasma, cardiac risk ratio, atherogenic coefficient and Castelli’s risk index II. It, however, significantly (p<0.05) increased plasma HDL cholesterol, without significantly affecting blood total cholesterol levels.Conclusion:This study showed that the extract was hypoglycemic, and improved lipid profile and atherogenic indices, thus highlighting its cardioprotective potential, thereby supporting its use in the management of diabetes mellitus.

Aqueous extract of Ocimum canum decreases levels of fasting blood glucose and free radicals and increases antiatherogenic lipid levels in mice

2002 ◽  
Vol 39 (6) ◽  
pp. 273-279 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander K Nyarko ◽  
Henry Asare-Anane ◽  
Mark Ofosuhene ◽  
Marian E Addy ◽  
Kwesi Teye ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Free Radicals ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Lipid Levels

scholarly journals Modulations of Some Carbohydrate Metabolic Enzymes by Aqueous and Ethanol Buchholzia coriacea Seed Extract in Alloxan Induced Diabetic Rats

2018 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
K. O. Gbagbeke ◽  
A. O. Naiho ◽  
P. R. C. Esegbue ◽  
M. O. Odigie ◽  
M. A. Omoirri
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Ethanol Extract ◽  
Metabolic Enzymes ◽  
Diabetic Control ◽  
Diabetic Rats ◽  
Total Carbohydrate ◽  
Adult Rats ◽  
Ethanol Extracts

Characterised by abnormal increase in blood glucose level, Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that is associated with complications in carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism. In recent times, medicinal herbs have been implicated in traditional medical practice for the treatment of this ailment. Studies have shown that Buchholzia coriacea seed possesses some anti-hyperglycemic properties that may be useful in the management of diabetes. To this point, present study investigated the effect(s) of oral administration of aqueous and ethanol extracts of Buchholzia coriacea on some carbohydrate metabolism parameters in normal and alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Forty (40) adult rats of both sexes were randomly assigned into two groups (normoglycemic and hyperglycemic). While group 1 (normoglycemic) had normal control, metformin, aqueous extract (250mg/kg) and ethanol extract (250 mg/kg) treated sub-groups respectively, Group 2 (hyperglycemic) contained the diabetic control, metformin, aqueous extract (250 mg/kg), and ethanol extracted (250mg/kg) treated sub-groups dosed daily by oral gavage for 14 days. At the end of the treatment, rats were euthanized via cervical dislocation; blood samples were collected by cardiac puncture for statistical analysis. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) revealed that dosing with extracts had insignificant effect(s) on body weight of rats. Fasting Blood Glucose (FBG) levels were elevated before and after extracts administration. Metformin, aqueous and ethanol extracts significantly reduced (p<0.05) FBG levels. Also, compared with control, total carbohydrate, liver glucose, glycosylated haemoglobin, Lactate Dehydrogenase, Isocitrate dehydrogenase, MDH, SDH, 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase, G6PD and CcO activities were significantly reduced (p<0.05) in diabetic treated rats. Buccholzia Coriacea was therefore seen to pose hypoglycemic and glycolytic effects, regulating activities of carbohydrate metabolic enzymes. Apparently, there is a scientific merit in the use of the extract in the management of diabetes.

Potent Antihyperglycemic Effects of an Endemic Plant from Morocco (Matthiola maroccana Coss.) in Normal and Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayoub Amssayef ◽  
Nadia Lahrach ◽  
Mohamed Eddouks
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Histopathological Examination ◽  
Diabetic Rats ◽  
Oral Glucose ◽  
Endemic Plant ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels

Aims: The study aims to evaluate the antidiabetic effect of Matthiola maroccana (Coss.). Background: Matthiola maroccana (Coss.) belongs to Brassicaceae family is an endemic plant from Morocco. Objective: The objective of the study was to evaluate the effect of its aqueous extract on blood glucose levels in normal and diabetic rats. Method: Single dose (6 hours) and daily oral administration for seven days of the Aerial Part Aqueous Extract (A.P.A.E) of Matthiola maroccana (Coss.) (M. maroccana) at a dose of 20 mg/kg body weight on blood glucose levels both in normal and streptozotocin(STZ)-induced diabetic rats. Furthermore, body weight, oral glucose tolerance test, liver histopathological examination, phytochemical screening, and in vitro antioxidant activity of A.P.A.E were performed in this study. Results: The results showed that M. maroccana A.P.A.E exerts potent hypoglycemic and antihyperglycemic effects in normal and STZ-induced diabetic rats (p<0.0001). Also, it was able to restore body weight in diabetic rats (p<0.05). Furthermore, the aqueous extract has been shown to regenerate hepatic tissues in diabetic rats. In addition, A.P.A.E revealed the presence of several phytochemical constituents (polyphenols, flavonoids, tannins, saponins, alkaloids, sterols and terpenoids), and possessed an antioxidant activity. Conclusion: In conclusion, our findings showed that A.P.A.E of M. maroccana (A.P.A.E MM) possesses a significant antihyperglycemic and hypoglycemic activity.

scholarly journals Antidiabetic, Antihyperlipidemic and Renal Protective Activities of Garcinia indica Linn. Clusiaceae

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amol Bhalchandra Deore ◽  
Vinayak Dnyandev Sapakal ◽  
Nilofer S. Naikwade
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Plasma Lipid ◽  
Ethanol Extract ◽  
Hdl Cholesterol ◽  
Diabetic Rats ◽  
Lipid Levels ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Garcinia Indica ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels

To investigate the antidiabetic, antihyperlipidemic and renal protective activities of the aqueous and ethanol extract of Garcinia indica fruit rinds against alloxan induced diabetes in rats. Wistar rats were made diabetic by a single dose of alloxan hydrate [130 mg/kg i.p.]. After the successful induction of experimental diabetes, rats were divided into five groups each comprising a minimum of six rats. The effects of extracts and glibenclamide on fasting blood glucose, plasma lipid levels and renal profile were examined for 21 days. Blood glucose levels and biochemical parameters such as serum cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL-cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, urea and creatinine levels of rats were measured using on weekly intervals i.e day 0, 7, 14 and 21 after daily administration of all extracts at dose of 500 mg/kg. Statistical analysis was performed using Dunnett’s test. p less than 0.01 was taken as the criterion of significance. Oral administration of both aqueous and ethanol extract for 21 days caused a significant [p less than 0.01] reduction in blood glucose levels, lipid profile except HDL; urea and creatinine in diabetic rats. Garcinia indica fruit rind possesses antihyperglycemic activity as well improves total lipid levels and renal profile. It can justify folklore uses of the plant in diabetes.

scholarly journals Optimization of Hyperglycemic Induction in Zebrafish and Evaluation of Its Blood Glucose Level and Metabolite Fingerprint Treated with Psychotria malayana Jack Leaf Extract

Molecules ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (8) ◽  
pp. 1506 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khaled Benchoula ◽  
Alfi Khatib ◽  
Fairuz M. C. Quzwain ◽  
Che Anuar Che Mohamad ◽  
Wan Mohd Azizi Wan Sulaiman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Plant Extract ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Optimal Dose ◽  
Zebrafish Model ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels ◽  
Develop Type

A standard protocol to develop type 1 diabetes in zebrafish is still uncertain due to unpredictable factors. In this study, an optimized protocol was developed and used to evaluate the anti-diabetic activity of Psychotria malayana leaf. The aims of this study were to develop a type 1 diabetic adult zebrafish model and to evaluate the anti-diabetic activity of the plant extract on the developed model. The ability of streptozotocin and alloxan at a different dose to elevate the blood glucose levels in zebrafish was evaluated. While the anti-diabetic activity of P. malayana aqueous extract was evaluated through analysis of blood glucose and LC-MS analysis fingerprinting. The results indicated that a single intraperitoneal injection of 300 mg/kg alloxan was the optimal dose to elevate the fasting blood glucose in zebrafish. Furthermore, the plant extract at 1, 2, and 3 g/kg significantly reduced blood glucose levels in the diabetic zebrafish. In addition, LC-MS-based fingerprinting indicated that 3 g/kg plant extract more effective than other doses. Phytosterols, sugar alcohols, sugar acid, free fatty acids, cyclitols, phenolics, and alkaloid were detected in the extract using GC-MS. In conclusion, P. malayana leaf aqueous extract showed anti-diabetic activity on the developed type 1 diabetic zebrafish model.

scholarly journals Effect of ethyl acetate extract of Melothria perpusilla on dexamethasone induced hyperglycemia in albino rats

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 807
Author(s):  
Shailendra Vikram Jitendra Singh ◽  
Gunindro Ngangom ◽  
Subhalakshmi Devi Akham ◽  
Rita Devi Sanjenbam
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Ethyl Acetate ◽  
Ethyl Acetate Extract ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Test Dose ◽  
Scientific Data ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Per Oral ◽  
Blood Glucose Concentrations

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a group of heterogeneous disorders in which carbohydrate metabolism is reduced while that of proteins and lipids is increased. Safety and tolerability factors limit the clinical use of anti diabetic drugs. The objectives of the study were to evaluate the effect of ethyl acetate extract of Melothria perpusilla (EAEMP) on dexamethasone induced hyperglycemia in albino rats.Methods: A set of six animals each weighing 110-150g were used for the experimental study. Successive tests were conducted on the same set of animals after a period of 10 days in between the drug administration. Blood was collected from the orbital sinus and fasting blood glucose levels were measured; 2% gum acacia suspension was administered in all the six animals followed by dexamethasone (0.5ml/100g) intraperitoneal injection. Blood glucose concentrations were estimated in the blood samples collected at 1h and 2h after the administration of dexamethasone administration. With the same set of animals, similar tests were repeated with the test dose of 250 mg/kg and 500 mg/kg of the ethyl acetate extract of Melothria perpusilla and glibenclamide [0.5mg/kg per oral (p.o.)].Results: Scientific data were analysed by Kruskal Wallis test. Ethyl acetate extract of Melothria perpusilla produced a significant reduction of blood glucose level when compared with control and standard.Conclusions: Treatment with Melothria perpusilla improves hyperglycaemia probably by inhibiting gluconeogenesis.

scholarly journals ANTIDIABETIC EFFECT OF THYMUS SATUREIOIDES AQUEOUS EXTRACT IN STREPTOZOTOCIN-INDUCED DIABETIC RATS

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 140 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed El Kabbaoui ◽  
Alae Chda ◽  
Najlae Mejrhit ◽  
Abdellah Farah ◽  
Lotfi Aarab ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Glucose Tolerance ◽  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Diabetic Control ◽  
Diabetic Rats ◽  
Oral Glucose ◽  
Aerial Parts ◽  
Thymus Satureioides

<p><strong>Objective</strong>:<strong> </strong>The aerial parts of <em>Thymus satureioides </em>have been traditionally used to treat diabetes mellitus and its complications in Morocco. The aim of the present study was to investigate the antidiabetic and antihyperlipidemic effects of the aqueous extract of <em>Thymus satureioides </em>aerial parts in streptozotocin (STZ) induced diabetic rats.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Experimental diabetes was induced in overnight fasted rats by intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin (45 mg/kg). Diabetic rats were orally administered with aqueous extract of <em>Thymus satureioides</em> (500 mg/kg b.w.) for 28 d. Glibenclamide (2 mg/kg), a standard antidiabetic drug, was used as a positive control drug. Body weight and fasting blood glucose (FGB) were measured every week. Oral glucose tolerance, change in lipid parameters, urea, creatinine, aspartate aminotransferase (ASAT) and alanine aminotransferase (ALAT) levels of diabetic rats were evaluated at the end of the treatment.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Administration of <em>Thymus satureioides </em>aqueous extract to diabetic rats for 28 d reduced their fasting blood glucose levels significantly compared to the diabetic control rats. The extract improved body weight and glucose tolerance in diabetic rats. The antihyperlipidemic assessment of the extract revealed a decrease in plasma total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL levels and an increase in HDL level in the plasma of treated diabetic rats. Furthermore, the biochemical liver and kidney functional tests have shown that serum biomarkers of liver and renal dysfunction were significantly reduced in treated diabetic rats.</p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The present findings suggest that <em>Thymus satureioides </em>extract has both antidiabetic and antihyperlipidemic effects in experimental diabetic rats which can be beneficial in the management of diabetes and its complications.<p> </p>

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