scholarly journals THES STUDY OF ETHANOLIC EXTRACT OF BINAHONG LEAVES (ANREDERA CORDIFOLIA (TEN.) STEENIS) AND MULBERRY LEAVES (MORUS NIGRA L.) IN COMBINATION ON HYPERLIPIDEMIC INDUCED RATS

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 288 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elin Yulinah Sukandar ◽  
Dewi Safitri ◽  
Nisrina Nur Aini
Keyword(s):  
Lipid Profile ◽  
Total Cholesterol ◽  
Triglyceride Level ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Ethanolic Extract ◽  
Control Group ◽  
High Fat ◽  
Mulberry Leaves ◽  
Morus Nigra ◽  
Antihyperlipidemic Activity

Objective: This study aimed to determine antihyperlipidemic activity of binahong leaves and murbey leaves extracts in combination.Methods: A total of 28 rats were divided into seven groups: normal, control, simvastatin 3.6 mg/kg bw, binahong leaves extract 100 mg/kg bw (B100), mulberry leaves extract 200 mg/kg bw (M200), combination of binahong extract 50 mg/kg and mulberry 100 mg/kg (B50+M100), and combination of binahong extract 100 mg/kg bw and mulberry 200 mg/kg bw (B100+M200). Hyperlipidemia was induced by giving rats a high fat diet along with cholesterol (200 mg/kg), cholic acid (0.2% of chow), and propylthiouracil (10 mg/kg bw) for 30 days orally. Then, for the next 14 days, all groups except the control were given the tested substances. Measurement of lipid profile was performed immediately after induction (T0), seven and fourteen days after treatment (T7 and T14, respectively).Results: There were significant differences on a group of M200, B50+M100, and B100+M200 compared to the control group at T14, with the value 33.68%, 34.39 %, and 44.81% (in reduction of total cholesterol) and 36.86%, 37.16%, and 49.99% (in reduction of triglyceride).Conclusion: Group of M200, B50+M100, and B100+M200 reduced total cholesterol and triglyceride level remarkably at day 14. The combination of both extract (B100+M200) considerably shows better activity than either binahong extract or mulberry extract. 

Molecular factors involved in the hypolipidemic- and insulin-sensitizing effects of a ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) extract in rats fed a high-fat diet

2017 ◽  
Vol 42 (2) ◽  
pp. 209-215 ◽  
Author(s):  
Natalia de las Heras ◽  
María Valero-Muñoz ◽  
Beatriz Martín-Fernández ◽  
Sandra Ballesteros ◽  
Antonio López-Farré ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lipid Profile ◽  
Plasma Levels ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Tissue Growth ◽  
Collagen I ◽  
Metabolic Effects ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Standard Diet ◽  
High Fat ◽  
Glucose Transporter 2

Hypolipidemic and hypoglycemic properties of ginger in animal models have been reported. However, information related to the mechanisms and factors involved in the metabolic effects of ginger at a hepatic level are limited. The aim of the present study was to investigate molecular factors involved in the hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effects of a hydroethanolic ginger extract (GE) in the liver of rats fed a high-fat diet (HFD). The study was conducted in male Wistar rats divided into the following 3 groups: (i) Rats fed a standard diet (3.5% fat), the control group; (ii) rats fed an HFD (33.5% fat); and (iii) rats fed an HFD treated with GE (250 mg·kg−1·day−1) for 5 weeks (HFD+GE). Plasma levels of glucose, insulin, lipid profile, leptin, and adiponectin were measured. Liver expression of glycerol phosphate acyltransferase (GPAT), cholesterol 7 alpha-hydroxylase, peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPAR), PPARα and PPARγ, glucose transporter 2 (GLUT-2), liver X receptor, sterol regulatory element-binding protein (SREBP1c), connective tissue growth factor (CTGF), and collagen I was measured. Data were analyzed using a 1-way ANOVA, followed by a Newman−Keuls test if differences were noted. The study showed that GE improved lipid profile and attenuated the increase of plasma levels of glucose, insulin, and leptin in HFD rats. This effect was associated with a higher liver expression of PPARα, PPARγ, and GLUT-2 and an enhancement of plasma adiponectin levels. Furthermore, GE reduced liver expression of GPAT, SREBP1c, CTGF, and collagen I. The results suggest that GE might be considered as an alternative therapeutic strategy in the management of overweight and hepatic and metabolic−related alterations.

scholarly journals The Efficacy of Seluang Fish Oil (Rasbora agrotynea) Related Body Weight, Lipid Profile, Adiponectin and Leptin in Wistar Rats-Induced High Fat Diet

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 25-30
Author(s):  
Fatmawati Karim ◽  
Rachmat Hidayat ◽  
Erizka Rivani ◽  
Husnul Khotimah ◽  
Ester G Pansserga
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Fish Oil ◽  
Lipid Profile ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Wistar Rats ◽  
Adiponectin Level ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Control Group ◽  
High Fat ◽  
Reduce Body Weight

Background Rasbora agrotynea (local name : Seluang ) is a fish native to Sumatera, Malaya and Borneo. This fish has a potential as a local wisdom for supplementation of omega 3 and omega 6. In Sumatera, Seluang fish was used as traditional food.   Aim of Study Aim of this study to explore the efficacy of seluang fish oil in body weight, lipid profile, adiponectin and leptin level in Wistar Rats-Induced High Fat Diet   Methods This study was an experimental study , pre-post test with control group design. The sample in this study was  30 male rats, 8 weeks old, weight 150-200 gram. Rats were given high fat diet and seluang fish oil  at dose of 0,1 , 0,2  and 0,4 mL/200 gr BW/day for 2 weeks. Seluang fish oil was extracted by distilation methods. The results of this study were assayed by SPSS 18.   Results Seluang fish oil 0,4 mL/200 gr BW  was more potent to reduce body weight gain, triglyseride level,  leptin and increase adiponectin level than seluang fish oil 0,1 mL/200 gr BW, 0,2 mL/200 gr BW, negative control and positive control.   Conclusion Seluang fish oil had a potention to reduce body weight, triglyceride, leptin and increase adiponectin level.   Keywords: Seluang fish Oil – body weight- triglyserida – leptin - adiponectin  

scholarly journals Pengaruh Pemberian Ekstrak Etanol Herba Poguntano (Picria FelTerrae Lour.) Terhadap Profil Lipid Tikus Putih Jantan Dislipidemia

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 230-236
Author(s):  
Hendra Gunawan ◽  
Panal Sitorus ◽  
Rosidah Rosidah
Keyword(s):  
Lipid Profile ◽  
Total Cholesterol ◽  
Cholesterol Level ◽  
Triglyceride Level ◽  
Total Cholesterol Level ◽  
Blood Lipid ◽  
Male Rat ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Blood Lipid Profile ◽  
Used Cooking Oil

Latar Belakang: Dislipidemia adalah terjadinya kelainan metabolisme lipid, baik peningkatan maupun penurunan fraksi lipid dalam darah. Kelainan fraksi lipid yang utama adalah kenaikan kadar kolesterol total, kenaikan kadar LDL, kenaikan kadar trigliserida serta penurunan kadar HDL. Tingginya kadar lipid dalam darah dapat menyebabkan terjadinya aterosklerosis, yang ditandai dengan terdapatnya ateroma pada bagian intima arteri yang berisi kolesterol, zat lipoid, dan lipofag. Perkembangan lebih lanjut dari aterosklerosis ini akan menimbulkan komplikasi pada organ target diantaranya jantung dan otak. Tujuan Penelitian: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian ekstrak etanol herba poguntano (EEHP) terhadap profil lipid tikus putih jantan dislipidemia (penurunan kadar kolesterol total, kadar trigliserida, kadar LDL dan peningkatan kadar HDL) serta terhadap proses aterosklerosis. Metode Penelitian: Penelitian ini dilakukan terhadap 30 ekor tikus putih jantan yang dibagi dalam 6 kelompok. Kelompok I sebagai kontrol normal, kelompok II sebagai kontrol negatif diberikan Na-CMC dosis 10 ml/kg bb, kelompok III sebagai kontrol positif diberikan atorvastatin dosis 2 mg/kg bb, kelompok IV, V, dan VI sebagai kelompok perlakuan diberi EEHP dosis 75, 150 dan 300 mg/kg bb. Hewan uji diberi induksi pakan tinggi lemak yang berupa campuran kuning telur puyuh, minyak jelantah, dan lemak sapi selama 14 hari berturut-turut untuk mendapatkan hewan uji dislipidemia yang dilanjutkan dengan treatment selama 14 hari berturut-turut. Pengukuran kadar profil lipid dilakukan pada hari ke-28. Hasil: Hasil analisis statistik menunjukkan bahwa EEHP dapat menurunkan kadar kolesterol total, kadar trigliserida, dan kadar LDL serta dapat meningkatkan kadar HDL secara nyata (p < 0,05). Kesimpulan: Berdasarkan hasil diatas, dapat disimpulkan bahwa EEHP mempuyai pengaruh terhadap profil lipid tikus dislipidemia (penurunan kadar kolesterol total, kadar trigliserida, kadar LDL dan peningkatan kadar HDL) serta dapat mencegah proses terjadinya aterosklerosis. Background: Dysplipidemia is a lipid metabolism dysfunctionsuch as the incline and the decline of blood lipid profile. The main abnormallipid fractionlevel are the increase of total cholesterol level, LDL level, and triglyceride and the decline of HDL level. The high level of blood lipid can cause atherosclerosis with the atheroma in arterial intima that contains cholesterol, lipoid, and lipophage. The advance stage of atherosclerosis can cause complications to target organs such as heart and brain. Objectives: This research aimed to evaluate the effects of herbapurganto (PiciaPicriaFelTerraeLour) ethanol extract on Lipid Profile of Dyspilidemic Male Rat(the decline of total cholesterol level, triglyceride level, LDL level, and the increase of HDL level) and also the atherosclerosis process. Research method: This research was conducted to 30male ratswhich dividedinto 6 groups. Group 1was served as the normal control, Group 2was servedas negative controls which were given 10 ml/kg bb Na-CMC , Group 3 was served as positive controls which were given 2 mg/kg bb of atorvastatin dosage, Group 4, 5, and 6 were served as the treatment group, and administered with EEHP at the dose of 75, 150, and 300 mg/kb bb . The test animals were fedwith high fatdiet using quail yolk, used cooking oil, and cow fat mixture for 14 days consecutively to obtain dyslipidemia subjects and continued with 14 consecutively treatment. The measure of lipid profile was conducted in the 28th day. Finding: The statistical analysis results indicated that EEHP could decrease the total of cholesterol level, triglyceride level, LDL level, and also it could increase the HDL level (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Based on the results, it could be concluded that EEHP haseffect towards dyslipidemia rat(the decline of total cholesterol level, triglyceride level, LDL level, and the increase of HDL level) and it could also prevent atherosclerosis.

scholarly journals EXPLORATION OF IN VIVO ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY OF 50% ETHANOLIC EXTRACT OF SESAMUM INDICUM L. SEED AGAINST HIGH FAT DIET INDUCED RATS

2019 ◽  
pp. 55-61
Author(s):  
ZAFAR JAVED KHAN ◽  
NAEEM AHMAD KHAN
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Ethanolic Extract ◽  
Sesamum Indicum ◽  
Control Group ◽  
High Fat ◽  
Lipid Peroxidase

Objective: The aim of the present study was to investigate the in vivo antioxidant potential of 50% ethanolic extract of Sesamum indicum against high-fat diet-induced rats. Methods: Animals were treated with plant extract for 30 d, and a high-fat diet was given to all groups except plain control, throughout, out the study. And alpha-tocopherol acetate (Vit, E) was used as standard. Pre-treatment with 16 mg/100 gm of body weight of 50% ethanolic extract of Sesamum indicum improved the Superoxide dismutase, catalase, glutathione, and lipid peroxidation levels significantly as compared to control group. Results: The present studies revealed that Sesamum indicum has significant in vivo antioxidant activity and can be used to protect tissue from oxidative stress. The result showed that the activities of SOD, catalase, lipid peroxidase, and glutathione, in the group treated with high-fat diet declined significantly than that of normal group. Conclusion: 50% ethanolic extract of in the dose of Sesamum indicum 16 mg/100 gm of body weight, has improved the SOD, catalase, glutathione, and lipid peroxidase levels significantly, which were comparable with high-fat-diet-induced rats. Based on this study we conclude that the 50% ethanolic extract of Sesamum indicum possesses in vivo antioxidant activity and can be employed in protecting tissue from oxidative stress.

Effect of synbiotic supplementation on asprosin level in high fat diet-induced metabolic disorder in pregnant rats

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Mehrdad Naghizadeh ◽  
Mansour Karajibani ◽  
Hamed Fanaei ◽  
Farzaneh Montazerifar ◽  
Alireza Dashipour
Keyword(s):  
Insulin Resistance ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Lipid Profile ◽  
Total Cholesterol ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
High Fat ◽  
Pregnant Rats ◽  
Synbiotic Supplementation ◽  
The Impact

Synbiotic supplementation can improve metabolic disorders. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of synbiotic supplementation on the levels of asprosin, lipid profile, glucose, and insulin resistance in pregnant rats fed a high-fat diet (HFD). Rats were divided into three groups: control group (fed base chow), HFD group, and HFD + synbiotic group. Levels of blood glucose, total cholesterol, triglyceride (TG), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoprotein (HDL), insulin, and asprosin levels were measured. Birth weight of offspring in the HFD + synbiotic group was significantly lower than in the HFD group. Similarly, serum asprosin, insulin, insulin resistance, TG and total cholesterol levels in the HFD + symbiotic group were significantly lower than in the HFD group. Asprosin levels had a significant and positive correlation between food intake in the first ten days of the experiment and gestation period, fasting blood sugar (FBS), TG, and homeostatic model assessment (HOMA) index. Moreover, asprosin levels had a significant and negative correlation with HDL and insulin levels. Results showed, synbiotic supplementation has beneficial effects on obese animals and improves weight gain during pregnancy, pup birth weight, FBS, insulin resistance and lipid profile. These advantages of synbiotic supplementation could be mediated by reducing serum asprosin levels.

scholarly journals The Efficacy of Lerek Fruits (Phrynium maximum)Extract Related Body Weight, Lipid Profile and Leptin in Wistar Rats-Induced High Fat Diet

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-13
Author(s):  
Radiyati Umi Partan ◽  
Rachmat Hidayat ◽  
Yeni Agustin ◽  
Mgs Irsan Saleh ◽  
Nita Parisa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Lipid Profile ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Wistar Rats ◽  
Body Weight Gain ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Control Group ◽  
High Fat ◽  
Fruit Extract ◽  
Reduce Body Weight

Background Phrynium maximum (local name : lerek ) is a plant native to Sumatera, Malaya and Borneo. This plants have a potential as a local wisdom for therapeutics. In Sumatera, Lerek was used as traditional treatment for fever, diarrhea, diabetics and for wound healing.   Aim of Study Aim of this study to explore the efficacy of lerek fruits extract in body weight, lipid profile and leptin level in Wistar Rats-Induced High Fat Diet   Methods This study was an experimental study , pre-post test with control group design. The sample in this study was  30 male rats, 8 weeks old, weight 150-200 gram. Rats were given high fat diet and lerek fruits extract  at dose of 50, 100 and 200 mg/kgBW/day for 2 weeks. Lerek fruits was extracted by infusion methods. The results of this study were assayed by SPSS 18.   Results Lerek fruit extract 100 mg/kgBW  was more potent to reduce body weight gain, triglyseride level and leptin level than lerek fruit extract 50 mg/kgBW, 200 mg.kgBW, negative control and positive control.   Conclusion Lerek fruit extracts had a potention to reduce body weight, triglyceride and leptin level.   Keywords: Lerek fruit extract – body weight- triglyserida - leptin

scholarly journals Antihiperlipidemi and Atheroprotective activity of Kepuh (Sterculia foetida) Leaves Ethanolic Extract on High-Fat-Diet Rat Models

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
Ika Rahmawati Sutejo ◽  
Imama Rasyada ◽  
Annafira Yuniar
Keyword(s):  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Foam Cell ◽  
Ethanolic Extract ◽  
Foam Cells ◽  
Negative Control Group ◽  
Negative Control ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Aortic Tissue ◽  
High Fat

Cardiovascular disease causes the highest mortality rate in the world. Atherosclerotic plaque is the most common etiology of cardiovascular disease. High levels of cholesterol in circulation is the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis formation. Atherosclerosis risk can be lowered to 20-40% with statins. Statins are effective in lowering total and LDL cholesterol, but these drugs have been reported to cause side effects. Therefore, it needed an alternative medicine to prevent the process of atherosclerosis using kepuh leaves (Sterculia foetida). Flavonoids contained in Kepuh leaves improve lipid profiles. The aims of this study is to prove the effectiveness of Sterculia foetida in lowering cholesterol, triglyceride and reduce the amount of foam cells on high-fat-diet induced rats. The research design is quasi-experimental with post test only design. Animals are grouped into normal group, negative control group and three treatment groups that were given kepuh leaves extract at the dose of 200 mg/kgBB, 400 mg/kgBB, and 800 mg/ kgBB. Rats were given high-fat diet of initial intravenous adrenaline injection 0.006 mg/200 gBB and duck egg yolks 5 g/kgBB for 21 days. Cholesterol and triglycerides were measured by enzymatic methods and aortic tissue stained with HE. ESf reduce cholesterol significantly and reduce the amount of foam cells on aorta.Keywords: cholesterol, triglyceride, kepuh leaves, foam cell, high-fat-diet

scholarly journals ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC EFFECT OF THE ETHANOL EXTRACT FRACTION FROM MULBERRY (MORUS AUSTRALIS POIR.) LEAVES ON RATS INDUCED HIGH FAT-DIET (HFD) AND PROPYLTHIOURACIL (PTU)

2021 ◽  
pp. 157-161
Author(s):  
PRISKA ERNESTINA TENDA ◽  
ELEONORA MARYETA TOYO ◽  
ARBA PRAMUNDITA RAMADANI
Keyword(s):  
Ethyl Acetate ◽  
Total Cholesterol ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Cholesterol Oxidase ◽  
Ethyl Acetate Fraction ◽  
Control Group ◽  
High Cholesterol Diet ◽  
High Fat ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Mulberry Leaf

Objectives: To evaluate the effect of extract and its fraction (n-hexane, ethyl acetate, and water) of the mulberry leaf (Morus australis Poir.) in reducing triglyceride and total cholesterol levels on HFD and PTU induced rats. Methods: In this study, mulberry leaves were collected from East Nusa Tenggara-Indonesia, extracted using maceration method, and fractionated with various solvents. The thin layer chromatography with silica gel 60 F254 was utilized to identify the active compound on both extract and fraction. Furthermore, using a quasi-experimental with control group design, this study employed 40 healthy male Wistar rats and divided into 8 groups, namely: normal and negative control, positive controls (simvastatin and gemfibrozil), ethanolic extract, and fractions (n-hexane, ethyl acetate, and water). All groups were fed with a high cholesterol diet and 0.01% PTU, except for the normal group. During the study, the blood was drawn at day 0, 28, 35, and 42. The triglyceride level was observed using Glycerophosphate-Oxidase Phenol Aminoantipyrine (GPO-PAP) method, while the total cholesterol was measured by Cholesterol Oxidase Phenol Aminoantipyrine (CHOD-PAP). Results: On the 42nd day, ethyl fraction of mulberry leaf (Morus australis Poir.) showed the most significant result of reducing the level of triglyceride and total cholesterol compared to the high-fat diet and PTU induced rat on day 0: triglyceride of 104.89±2.70 mg/dl vs 64.76±1.97 mg/dl and total cholesterol of 96.70±2.45 vs 88.02±1.38 mg/dl. Ethyl acetate fraction was similar to simvastatin in lowering the level of total cholesterol. TLC identification also showed that mulberry leaf contains flavonoids and polyphenols that act as anti-hyperlipidemic. Conclusion: Ethyl acetate fraction of mulberry leaf (Morus australis Poir.) showed best activity on lowering both triglyceride and total cholesterol.

scholarly journals Perubahan kadar kolesterol total dan trigliserida pada kelinci New Zealand white yang diberi ekstrak beras hitam (Oriza sativa L.)

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lastry Glory ◽  
Shirley E. Kawengian ◽  
Nelly Mayulu
Keyword(s):  
Oryza Sativa ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Total Cholesterol ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Oryza Sativa L ◽  
White Male ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Black Rice ◽  
High Fat ◽  
Standard Meal

Abstract: High cholesterol levels in blood can lead to various diseases, including coronary heart disease. Black rice (Oryza sativa L.) contains more anthocyanin in layers of alueron than in white rice. Cardioprotective effect of rice has been emerged since several decades ago. This was a true experimental study with a pre-posttest control group design. Samples were New Zealand White male rabbits aged 3 months. Group 1 was fed standard meal; group 2 was fed with high-fat diet; group 3 was fed with high-fat diet plus black rice extract; and group 4 were fed with high-fat diet plus atorvastatin. Data were analyzed and presented descriptively. The results showed that total cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the group fed with black rice extract decreased by 5 mg/dl and 4 mg/dl respectively. Decreased total cholesterol and triglyceride levels were also found in the group fed with standard meal and the group given atorvastatin. Meanwhile, the group fed with high-fat diet showed increased levels of total cholesterol and triglyceride high enough. Conclusion: There were decreased levels of total cholesterol and triglycerides in rabbits fed with black rice extract. Keywords: black rice extract, total cholesterol, triglycerides. Abstrak: Kadar kolesterol yang tinggi dalam darah dapat memicu berbagai macam penyakit, diantaranya penyakit jantung koroner. Beras hitam (Oryza sativa L.) mengandung lebih banyak antosianin dalam lapisan alueronnya dibandingkan beras putih. Efek kardioprotektif dari beras telah dikemukakan sejak beberapa dekade yang lalu. Jenis penelitian ini true experimental dengan pre test post test control grup design. Sampel ialah kelinci New Zealand White jantan berusia 3 bulan. Kelompok perlakuan 1 diberi pakan standar; kelompok 2 diberi diet tinggi lemak; kelompok 3 diberi diet tinggi lemak dan ekstrak beras hitam dan kelompok 4 diberi diet tinggi lemak dan atorvastatin. Data dianalisis dan disajikan secara deskriptif. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan kadar kolesterol total dan trigliserida pada kelompok yang diberi ekstrak beras hitam mengalami penurunan masing-masing sebesar 5 mg/dl dan 4 mg/dl. Penurunan kadar kolesterol dan trigliserida juga terdapat pada kelompok yang diberi pakan standar dan kelompok yang diberi atorvastatin. Pada kelompok yang diberi diet tinggi lemak terjadi peningkatan kadar kolesterol total dan trigliserida yang cukup besar. Simpulan: Terjadi penurunan kadar kolesterol total dan trigliserida pada kelinci yang diberi ekstrak beras hitam.Kata kunci: ekstrak beras hitam, kolesterol total, trigliserid.

scholarly journals Comparative evaluation of the effect of Ocimum sanctum and metformin on serum lipid profile in high fat diet fed diabetic rats

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 589
Author(s):  
Shailendra Mishra ◽  
Quazi Shahir Ahmed ◽  
Kauser Sayedda
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
High Fat Diet ◽  
Serum Lipid ◽  
Ethanolic Extract ◽  
Diabetic Rats ◽  
Ocimum Sanctum ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Lipid Levels ◽  
High Fat

Background: Dyslipidaemia is an important risk factor for development of macrovascular complications in type 2 diabetes mellitus. Ocimum sanctum (OS) and metformin have shown to have antihyperlipidaemic effects. The present study was undertaken  to evaluate the effects of  OS and Metformin on body weight & plasma lipid  levels of high fat diet fed diabetic ratsMethods: Total of 30 male wistar  rats (100-150gm) were obtained. Animals were fed with a high fat diet throughout the study (6 weeks). Diabetes was induced by using single intra-peritoneal injection of Streptozotocin 50mg/kg at the end of 4 weeks.  Diabetic rats were divided into groups of 6 each and treated as follows: Group 1- Diabetic control, was given vehicle orally. Group 2- O.S. ethanolic extract 100mg/kg body weight orally for 14 days. Group 3- O.S. ethanolic extract  200mg/kg body weight orally for 14 days. Group 4-  Metformin 100mg/day for 14 daysResults: At the end of 4 weeks, body weight of rats were significantly increased (p <0.05). Maximum weight gain was seen in control group whereas weight gain was least in O.S. 200mg/kg group (p >0.05). Decrease in body weight was seen in metformin group. Abdominal circumference of rats also showed similar pattern (p >0.05).  OS 200 caused significant reduction in serum LDL levels (p <0.05) and significant rise of serum HDL levels (p <0.05) as compared to control group. Metformin also favourably affected the lipid profile and its effects were not significantly different from effects of OS 200 (p> 0.05).Conclusions: Present study revealed that Ocimum Sanctum caused significant reduction in serum lipid levels in high fat diet fed diabetic rats. Metformin  also exhibited antihyperlipidaemic activity. So, it is concluded that OS or metformin alone or in combination  could be a novel adjunct to diet and life style modification for the management of dyslipidaemia in type 2 diabetes.  Further studies are required to confirm the antidyslipidaemic activities of individual phytoconstituents of Ocimum sanctum.

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