scholarly journals Antioxidant potential, anti-inflammatory activity, antidiabetic and cardioprotective effect of Microsechium helleri(Peyr.) Cong.

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 524-535
Author(s):  
Enrique Mendez-Bolaina ◽  
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Maribel Vazquez-Hernandez ◽  
Claudia Veronica Moreno-Quiros ◽  
Octavio Maldonado-Saavedra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Folk Medicine ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Myocardial Damage ◽  
Antioxidant Potential ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Frap Assay ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Dpph Test ◽  
Anti Inflammatory

Microsechium helleri(Cucurbitaceae) has been used in ethnopharmacological as a lotion to prevent hair loss, diuretic and cathartic, in the region of central Veracruz, Mexico is used as antidiabetic. The antioxidant properties of the hexanic (EHex), chloroformic (ECHCl3) and ethanolic (EEtOH) extracts, were evaluated by 2,2diphenyl-1-pychrylhydrazyl (DPPH) test, the Ferric Reducing/Antioxidant Power (FRAP) and the total phenolic content test. The anti-inflammatory effect was evaluated in the acute ear edema induced with phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (TPA) in mouse and the hypoglycemic and cardioprotective effects of the EEtOH were determined in rats. The EEtOH was the most active in the antioxidant potential DPPH test and the ECHCl3was the best in the FRAP assay and the total polyphenols content. In the anti-inflammatory assay, the ECHCl3showed the most activity. The EEtOH had the decreased the glucose levels and reduced myocardial damage. The results support the use of this plant in folk medicine in Mexico as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hypoglycemic and cardioprotective.

scholarly journals Improved Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, and Anti-adipogenic Properties of Hydroponic Ginseng Fermented by Leuconostoc mesenteroides KCCM 12010P

Molecules ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (18) ◽  
pp. 3359 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ji Eun Hwang ◽  
Kee-Tae Kim ◽  
Hyun-Dong Paik
Keyword(s):  
Nitric Oxide ◽  
Leuconostoc Mesenteroides ◽  
Raw 264.7 Cells ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Oxide Content ◽  
Frap Assay ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power ◽  
Anti Inflammatory ◽  
Factor Α

Hydroponic ginseng (HPG) has been known to have various bio-functionalities, including an antioxidant effect. Recently, fermentation by lactic acid bacteria has been studied to enhance bio-functional activities in plants by biologically converting their chemical compounds. HPG roots and shoots were fermented with Leuconostoc mesenteroides KCCM 12010P isolated from kimchi. The total phenolic compounds, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-adipogenic effects of these fermented samples were evaluated in comparison with non-fermented samples (control). During 24 h fermentation of HPG roots and shoots, the viable number of cells increased to 7.50 Log colony forming unit (CFU)/mL. Total phenolic and flavonoid contents of the fermented HPG roots increased by 107.19% and 645.59%, respectively, compared to non-fermented HPG roots. The antioxidant activity of fermented HPG, as assessed by 2,2′-azino-bis-3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid (ABTS), β-carotene-linoleic, and ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assay, was also significantly enhanced. In an anti-inflammatory effect of lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells, the nitric oxide content and the expression of inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), and interleukin-6 (IL-6) decreased when treated with fermented samples. Simultaneously, lipid accumulation in 3T3-L1 adipocyte was reduced when treated with fermented HPG. Fermentation by L. mesenteroides showed improved antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-adipogenic HPG effects. These results show that fermented HPG has potential for applications in the functional food industry.

scholarly journals Antioxidant Potential, Antinutrients, Mineral Composition and FTIR Spectra of Legumes Fermented with Rhizopus oligosporus

2021 ◽  
Vol 59 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Barinderjeet Singh Toor ◽  
Amarjeet Kaur ◽  
Param Pal Sahota ◽  
Jaspreet Kaur
Keyword(s):  
Mineral Composition ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Reducing Power ◽  
Pigeon Pea ◽  
Ftir Spectra ◽  
Antioxidant Potential ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Rhizopus Oligosporus ◽  
Antioxidant Power

Research background. Legumes are superior sources of macro- and micronutrients which can be further enhanced by fermentation. This can assist in addressing the food security concerns. The present study aims to determine the effect of fermentation by Rhizopus oligosporus on nutritional and antinutritional composition of some commonly consumed legumes. Experimental approach. Chickpea (kabuli and desi), pigeon pea, and soybean were fermented with Rhizopus oligosporus (at 34 °C for 52 h), dried at 45 ºC for 16-18 h and milled. Unfermented and fermented flours were evaluated for antioxidant potential, phenolic composition, antinutrients, mineral composition and FTIR spectra. Results and conclusions. Fermentation significantly (p<0.05) enhanced the total phenolic and flavonoid contents, and antioxidant properties (radical scavenging activity, reducing power, ferric reducing antioxidant power and metal chelation) of chickpea kabuli and desi, and soybean. Although fermented pigeon pea exhibited excellent antioxidant properties, the effect of fermentation on such properties was either minimal or insignificant. Additionally, specific phenolics were quantified using HPLC which showed higher concentration of certain compounds such as chlorogenic acid, p-hydroxybenzoic acid, gallic acid and vanillic acid in fermented legumes. Phytic acid in all the fermented legumes reduced (p<0.05), however trypsin inhibition increased (p<0.05). In chickpea kabuli and desi, and pigeon pea, saponins increased (p<0.05) while they decreased in soybean. Tannins enhanced (p<0.05) in chickpea desi, pigeon pea and soybean and reduced (p<0.05) in chickpea kabuli. Furthermore, fermentation enhanced the content as well as estimated bioavailability of minerals. FTIR spectrum of unfermented and fermented legumes showed the presence of several functional groups and modifications in the molecular structure after fermentation. Novelty and scientific contribution. To our knowledge, this is the first study wherein legume (chickpea kabuli and desi, pigeon pea and soybean) fermentation by Rhizopus oligosporus has been assessed for nutritional and antinutritional profile, and FTIR spectra, which concluded that the treatment resulted in an optimal balance of nutrients and antinutrients. The process was established as a potential tool and thus can be proposed in the development of legume based novel functional foods which might help in tackling the concerns of nutritional security.

Badania nad aktywnością biologiczną soku z liści Kalanchoe daigremontiana

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Justyna Chanaj-Kaczmarek ◽  
Magdalena Ulikowska ◽  
Marlena Dudek-Makuch
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Folk Medicine ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Flavonoid Content ◽  
Commercial Preparation ◽  
Spectrophotometric Methods ◽  
Anti Inflammatory ◽  
Kalanchoë Daigremontiana ◽  
Kalanchoe Daigremontiana

Introduction. Mother of thousands (Kalanchoe daigremontiana) in folk medicine is applied in the form of compresses fresh, crushed leaf, or juice of the leaves of inflammation of the skin, burns and wound healing. Aim. The aim of the study was to compare the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of juices obtained from the leaves of K. daigremontiana, as well as to determine the content of the polyphenols and flavonoids. Material and methods. Compared the anti-hyaluronidase activity and antioxidant potential (DPPH and FRAP) of juices from K. daigremontiana using a spectrophotometric methods. Moreover, total phenolic content and total flavonoid content were determined by spectrophotometric methods, with the Folin-Ciocalteu reagent (FC) and AlCl3 reagent respectively. Results. The obtained results indicate that the juice prepared from the leaves is characterized by a higher content of active compounds and shows a higher anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity than the commercial preparation. Conclusions. Juices from K. daigremontiana could be helpful in the treatment of skin diseases.

scholarly journals Study of Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, and DNA-Damage Protection Properties of Some Indian Medicinal Plants Reveal their Possible Role in Combating Psoriasis

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 141-149
Author(s):  
Neha Arora ◽  
Deepika Tripathi ◽  
Neha Pandey ◽  
Krishna Kumar Rai ◽  
Sanjay Kumar Rai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dna Damage ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Drug Formulation ◽  
Trolox Equivalent Antioxidant Capacity ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Ros Scavenging ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Anti Inflammatory ◽  
Indian Medicinal Plants

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are generated due to severe oxidative stress, thereby resulting in pathogenesis of various disorders in humans, including psoriasis. DNA damage is the major manifestation of long term ROS exposure. ROS can be scavenged by natural antioxidant compounds present in medicinal plants. In this study, aqueous, methanolic and chloroform extracts of eleven dermatologically significant Indian medicinal plants were evaluated for their ROS scavenging and antioxidant properties, using 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging assay, Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC), Ferric reducing antioxidant power assay (FRAP), along with total phenolic content determination. Lipoxygenase inhibition assay was conducted to determine anti-inflammatory activities. DNA-damage protective capacities were also assessed using plasmid pBluescript II SK(–) DNA, where DNA damage was induced by Fenton reaction. The study reveals that the extracts of T. cordifolia, C. paniculatus, C. longa and A. vera performed far much better, in almost all the assays, with regards to P. corylifolia, a medicinal plant traditionally used to treat psoriasis, thus indicating these plants to be potent sources of effective drug formulation for treatment of psoriasis.Int. J. Appl. Sci. Biotechnol. Vol 5(2): 141-149

scholarly journals The interaction effect and optimal formulation of selected polyherbal extracts towards antioxidant activity

Food Research ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (6) ◽  
pp. 2042-2048
Author(s):  
N.F.A. Rahim ◽  
N. Muhammad ◽  
N. Abdullah ◽  
B.A. Talip ◽  
K.H. Poh
Keyword(s):  
Interaction Effect ◽  
Curcuma Longa ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Past Study ◽  
Dpph Assay ◽  
Frap Assay ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Curry Leaves

Past study showed that lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), curry leaves (Murrya koenigii), turmeric (Curcuma longa) and ginger (Zingiber officinale) contain phytochemicals associated with antioxidant properties. However, all the herbs are tested individually and rarely mix together. This study was conducted to examine the antioxidant properties and interaction effect when combined. The plants studied were decocted with distilled water. Eighteen formulations of aqueous extracts were established using simplex lattice mixture design that was generated by Design Expert software. The antioxidant properties were analyzed by 2-diphenyl-2-picryl hydrazyl radical scavenging (DPPH), ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP), total phenolic content (TPC) and total flavonoid content (TFC) assays. The result showed that the mixture of lemongrass and curry leaves extracts gave the highest reading in DPPH assay (91.14%), FRAP assay (215.66 mM) and TFC (22.62 µg Rutin/mL). In the DPPH assay, the ratio of one to one (1:1) mixture of lemongrass with other plants extracts showed antagonistic interaction. There were five (5) formulations that showed synergistic interaction in all assays. However, there were two (2) formulations that showed antagonistic interactions on both DPPH and FRAP assays. No additive effect was observed in all formulations. The suggested optimum formulation contains 53.7% lemongrass, 43.4% curry leaves, 2.9% ginger and 0.0% turmeric. Most of the mixtures presented synergistic interactions. This indicated the potential of plant extract mixtures to be developed into nutraceutical products in the future by conducting in-vivo study.

Total Phenolic Content and Antioxidant Activity of Local Fruit Wastes in Malaysia

2015 ◽  
Vol 1113 ◽  
pp. 471-476
Author(s):  
Ummi Kalthum Ibrahim ◽  
Muhammad Ihsan Sobri Yusof ◽  
Khairul Anuar Ahmad Zamil ◽  
Nadia Kamarrudin ◽  
Siti Noor Suzila Maqsood-Ul-Haque ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Total Phenolic Content ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Extraction Time ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Extraction Temperature ◽  
Frap Assay ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Fruit Wastes

The purpose of this study is to investigate the antioxidant properties and total phenolic content in local fruit wastes. Watermelon rinds, mango and banana peels were selected in the experiment. Two parameters involved were the extraction time and temperature. All samples had undergone drying process in an oven at 40°C for 24 hours before being extracted with 80%, v/v methanol on a hot plate together with magnetic stirrer. The extraction time was ranged from 20 to 40 minutes and the extraction temperature was from 30 to 60°C. Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power (FRAP) assay and Folin-Ciocalteu reagent were used for antioxidant analysis and phenolic content determination, respectively. UV-Vis spectrophotometer was used to detect the antioxidant activity at 593 nm and 765 nm for phenolic content. Response Surface Method was used to find the best extraction condition. The best extraction conditions were found at extraction temperature and time of 58.93°C and 37.86 minutes, respectively.

scholarly journals Antioxidant Potential of a Polyherbal Antimalarial as an Indicator of Its Therapeutic Value

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Protus Arrey Tarkang ◽  
Achille Parfait Nwachiban Atchan ◽  
Jules-Roger Kuiate ◽  
Faith Apoelot Okalebo ◽  
Anastasia Nkatha Guantai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Superoxide Dismutase ◽  
Carbon Tetrachloride ◽  
Mangifera Indica ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Antioxidant Potential ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Significant Difference

Nefangis a polyherbal product composed ofMangifera indica(bark and leaf),Psidium guajava, Carica papaya, Cymbopogon citratus, Citrus sinensis, and Ocimum gratissimum(leaves), used for the treatment of malaria. Compounds with antioxidant activity are believed to modulate plasmodial infection. Antioxidant activity of the constituent aqueous plants extracts,in vitro, was evaluated using the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), total phenolic content (TPC), and ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) methods and,in vivo,Nefang(100 and 500 mg kg−1) activity was evaluated in carbon tetrachloride-induced oxidative stressed Wistar rats. Superoxide dismutase, catalase activities, and lipid peroxidation by the malondialdehyde and total proteins assays were carried out.P. guajava, M. indicaleaf, and bark extracts had the highest antioxidant properties in all three assays, with no statistically significant difference. Rats treated with the carbon tetrachloride had a statistically significant decrease in levels of triglycerides, superoxide dismutase, and catalase (P<0.05) and increase in malondialdehyde activity, total protein levels, and liver and renal function markers, whereas rats treated withNefangshowed increased levels in the former and dose-dependent decrease towards normal levels in the later. These results reveal the constituent plants ofNefangthat contribute to itsin vivoantioxidant potential. This activity is a good indication of the therapeutic potential ofNefang.

scholarly journals Antioxidant potential of Clinopodium menthifolium, Satureja montana and Salvia sclarea (Lamiaceae) extracts

2018 ◽  
pp. 9-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jovana Sucur ◽  
Dejan Prvulovic ◽  
Goran Anackov ◽  
Djordje Malencic
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Capacity ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Natural Antioxidants ◽  
Antioxidant Potential ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Frap Assay ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Salvia Sclarea ◽  
Dpph Scavenging ◽  
Satureja Montana

Plants which belong to Lamiaceae family are good potential sources of natural antioxidants useful for preventing oxidative stress-related diseases. The food industry is becoming increasingly interested in aromatic herbs, including plants from Lamiaceae family, because of their anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidant activities, due to growing consumer demands for healthy foods of natural origin. In the present investigation, the comparative antioxidant potential of aqueous and acetone extracts of three Lamiaceae species are described: Clinopodium menthifolium (Host), Satureja montana L., and Salvia sclarea L., using three methods: 2,2-azinobis (3-ethyl-benzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) radical (ABTS) scavenging, 1,1-Diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radical (DPPH) scavenging, and ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assay and their correlations with total phenolic and flavonoid contents. Antioxidant capacity showed a positive relationship comparing three above mentioned tests. Antioxidant capacity detected by antioxidant ABTS, DPPH, and FRAP assays was positively correlated with total phenolics content. Aqueous extract of C. menthifolium showed greater antioxidant potential.

scholarly journals Phytochemical and Antioxidant Potential of Four Traditional Malaysian Medicinal Plants

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-14
Author(s):  
Norfarizan-Hanoon N.A ◽  
Nurraihana H ◽  
Hasmah A ◽  
Wan Rosli W.I.
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Total Flavonoid ◽  
Antioxidant Potential ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Flavonoid Content ◽  
Frap Assay ◽  
Total Antioxidant ◽  
Different Levels

Phytochemicals and antioxidants can be found at different levels in medicinal plants that are associated with the use in chronic diseases treatment. The objective of the present study was to investigate the phytochemical and antioxidant properties of Albizia myriophylla, Garcinia opaca var. dumosa, Oxalis barrelieri and Tacca cristata, traditional medicinal plants used in healthcare by aborigines or 'Orang Asli' from Kelantan, Malaysia. The total antioxidant capacity was estimated by ABTS (2,2’ azinobis-(3-ethybenzthiazoline-6-sulfonic acid)), DPPH (1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radical) and FRAP assay. The results showed that the four selected plants had significant differences in their total phenolic content (ranging from 45.92 ± 2.01 to 613.37 ± 8.92 mg GAE/g dry weight), in their total flavonoid content (ranging from 6.03 ± 1.03 to 19.29 ± 2.90 mg CE/g dry weight), in their tannins (ranging from 28.23 ± 7.39 to 64.99 ± 7.27 mg TAE/g dry weight), in their alkaloids (ranging from 0.40 to 3.27%) and in their saponins (ranging from 4.31 to 13.15%). The TEAC values of the extracts ranged from 112.12 ± 3.16 to 237.20 ± 1.55 µmol Trolox/g dry weight, from 8.38 ± 2.09 to 219.36 ± 23.48 µmol Trolox/g dry weight and from 136.83 ± 5.24 to 220.93 ± 48.71 µmol Trolox/g dry weight, for ABTS, DPPH and FRAP respectively. TEAC values determined by ABTS, DPPH and FRAP were well correlated with phenolics, flavonoids and tannins contents. Garcinia opaca demonstrated the highest total phenolics and tannins while Oxalis barrelieri showed the highest total flavonoid and alkaloid compared to other plants studied. Garcinia opaca also had shown the highest antioxidant potential, followed by Oxalis barrelieri. This study had shown that Garcinia opaca var. dumosa and Oxalis barrelieri can be promoted as the source of phenolics antioxidant and radical scavengers.

Evaluation of diuretic and antioxidant properties in aqueous bark and fruit extracts of pine

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hadi Shariati ◽  
Mohammad Hassanpour ◽  
Gholamreza Sharifzadeh ◽  
Asghar Zarban ◽  
Saeed Samarghandian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Pine Bark ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Dependent Manner ◽  
Aqueous Extracts ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Dose Dependent

Objective: The present study has been carried out to evaluate the diuretic and antioxidant properties of pine herb in an animal model. Materials and Methods: 45 adult male rats were randomly divided into nine groups including: groups I (the negative control), groups II (positive control, furosemide 10 mg/kg), groups III to VIII (treatment groups received 100, 200, 400 mg/kg of the aqueous extracts of bark and fruit) and group IX received the combination of aqueous extract of bark (100 mg/kg) and the fruit (100 mg/kg). The urine output, glomerular filtration rate (GFR), electrolytes, urea, and creatinine levels were evaluated . Furthermore, the phenolic content and antioxidant activity of both extracts were also assessed using 2, 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) and Folin–Ciocalteu methods. Results: The aqueous extracts of the pine bark and fruit increased the urinary output in a dose-dependent manner. The combination of the two extracts compared to the other extracts alone significantly increased the serum potassium level. This study also showed each extract increase creatinine clearance in a dose-dependent manner (p<0.01 and p<0.05). The increase of GFR in the combination group was not significant. The current data showed a significant increase in the total phenolic content in pine bark extract in compared with the fruit extract. Conclusion: The pine bark and fruit can be useful in the prevention and treatment of kidney stones due to the high antioxidant activity.

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