Phytochemical analysis of Achyranthes aspera and its activity on sesame oil induced lipid peroxidation
نویسندگان
چکیده
The effect of Achyranthes aspera on lipid peroxidation were studied in rats fed with Sesame Oil. Increase in the levels of LPO in sesame oil treated groups returned towards normalcy in the plant extract treated groups revealing the antioxidant potential of the plant. Phytochemical studies revealed the presence of secondary metabolites. According to the results obtained Achyranthes aspera inhibited Ferrous Ascorbate stimulated LPO.
منابع مشابه
Hypolipidemic Efficacy of Achyranthes aspera on Lipid Profile in Sesame oil fed Rats
The present study was designed to evaluate the antihyperlipidemic effect of aqueous extract of Achyranthes aspera a in experimental rats fed with diet containing sesame oil. Hyperlipidemia and the effect of Achyranthes aspera in experimental rats were studied by assessing parameters such as cholesterol, phospholipids, freefattyacids and triglycerides in serum, liver, and heart and kidney tissue...
متن کاملAntioxidant Activity of Root of Achyranthes Aspera and its Comparison with Melatonin in Recovery of Oxidative Stress
The free radicals produced during the cellular oxidation and metabolic processes cause excessive damage to biomembranes and macromolecules like DNA, carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. Such a condition of oxidative stress and the harmful effects of free radicals bring about imbalance in the antioxidant system of the human body. The pathological conditions so developed are implicated into many d...
متن کاملIn vitro free radical scavenging and anti-hyperglycemic activities of Achyranthes aspera extract in alloxan-induced diabetic mice.
Medicinal plants have played an important role in the treatment and prevention of diseases since ancient times. They are also potential sources of nutrients and drugs. This study evaluated Achyranthes aspera ethanolic extracts for their in vitro antioxidant activity and anti-hyperglycemic effects on alloxan-induced diabetic mice. Diabetes was induced in Swiss albino mice through intra-peritonea...
متن کاملStudy of CNS depressant and behavioral activity of an ethanol extract of Achyranthes Aspera (Chirchita) in mouse model
BACKGROUND Achyranthes Aspera Linn., known as Chirchira (Hindi), Agadha (Marathi) is an indigenous herb found in India. The herb has been reported to have variety of activities like antifertility, antihyperlipidemic, antidiabetic, immunomodulatory, anticarcinogenic, diuretic and cardiotonic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, hypnotic, antifungal and antibacterial activity. It has been also reported...
متن کاملPharmacognostical and Preliminary Phytochemical Studies of Achyranthes Aspera Linn.
The whole plant of Achyranthes aspera has been used as remedy for a number of diseases such as dropsy, strangury, cough, kidney stones, dysentery and bowel complaints, According to traditional practice, a kheer prepared from the seeds of this plant is used to treat brain disorders. An attempt was made to fix the macroscopical, microscopical parameters of the leaf quantitative microscopy, physic...
متن کامل