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93 articles for “anti-oxidant activity”
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Exploring the Botanical and Pharmacological Significance of Aristolochia rotunda Linn (Zarawand Mudahraj): Traditional Uses, Habitat, and Bioactive Potential
Abstract: The plant Aristolochia rotunada Linn (Zarawand Mudahraj) is a member of the Aristolochiaceae family. Its rhizomes are the most valuable portion utilised in the pharmaceutical industry, mostly because of their abundance in bioactive compounds. The medicinal plant Aristolochia rotunda Linn exhibits a spectrum of pharmacological activities essential for combating hyper-uricaemia-induced inflammation. Its anti-inflammatory effects are mediated by inhibiting TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-8, and NF-κB p65 protein expression, crucial in synovial tissue. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Khurfa (Portulaca oleracea Linn.) in Unani System of Medicine and Phytopharmacological Studies: A Review
Abstract: Khurfa (Portulaca oleracea Linn.) also known as common purslane or pusley is an annual herb belongs to the family Portulacaceae. It is commonly found as a weed in cultivated fields throughout India and common in all the warm countries. It is used from centauries by the ancient Unani physicians in urinary disorders, epigastric burning, gastritis, fever and pain in bladder; sozish-e-baul (burning micturition), inflammation of kidneys and bladder, toothaches haemoptysis, …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Foliar Application of Zinc Nanoparticles Improves Photosynthetic Performance in Wheat Plants
Abstract: The present study investigated the impact of foliar spray of zinc oxide nanoparticles on physiological and biochemical reactions in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Foliar spray with zinc oxide nanoparticles at 10 mg/l positively increased pigment content and biomass in comparison to control while a significant reduction in chlorophyll content and biomass accumulation was observed at higher concentration of 1000 mg/l. A study of Chlorophyll a fluorescence parameters at 10 mg/l …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology Read article
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Comprehensive account on role of catechin based polyphenols in nanocomposite formulations
Abstract: Antioxidants play a crucial role in wellness, health maintenance and the prevention of chronic and degenerative disease, in neuroprotection activities and protection against oxidative cellular damage by U.V. radiation. Polyphenols are secondary metabolites of plants usually involved in defense against ultraviolet radiation or aggression by pathogens. Antioxidant properties, free radical-scavenging abilities and antimicrobial properties of these polyphenols make them useful in the field of biomedical applications, used as food additives, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Eco-Friendly Synthesis of MgO Nanoparticles and Their Antibacterial Performance
Abstract: Nanoparticles (<100 nm in size) due to their enhanced surface area and high chemical reactivity have been a boon, ranging from micro to macro level. This has increased its applicability in various fields such as Food, textile, environment, biomedicine etc. Various metal oxides have been employed in Biomedical applications for their antibacterial, antioxidant and anticancerous activities. But MgO NPs have received much attention due to their high stability, non-toxicity and …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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Role of Endogenous and Exogenous Glutathione in the Detoxification of Free Radicals
Abstract: The aging process and disease progression are the result of cellular damage by free radicals. Our first lines of defense against free radical damage are the antioxidants. They are critical for keeping optimal health and wellbeing. The need for antioxidants becomes more critical with increased exposure to free radicals. Pollution, drugs, cigarette smoke, illness, stress, and even exercise can increase free radical exposure. The accumulation of free radicals produced from …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Formulation, Evaluation, and Stability Studies of a Topical Clotrimazole and Zinc Oxide Suspension with Enhanced Skin Protective Properties
Abstract: Background: Clotrimazole is a well-known antifungal agent frequently used in the treatment of various superficial fungal infections, while Zinc Oxide is a widely accepted skin protectant with soothing, astringent, and antimicrobial properties. Combining these agents in a topical suspension offers a dual therapeutic approach, enhancing both antifungal efficacy and skin protection. Objective: The objective of this study was to formulate, evaluate, and conduct stability studies on topical suspensions containing Clotrimazole …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Computational Software Assisted Multiple Therapeutic Targets Oriented Screening of Some Natural Alkaloid Compounds
Abstract: The current efforts endeavor towards the computational exploration of some interestingpharmacological potentials of some natural alkaloids by using the Schrodinger Maestro 9.1software. The excellence in therapeutics was screened against five most imperative targets:Cyclin-Dependent Kinase-5 (anti-cancer), Cycloxygenase-2 (anti-inflammatory), Proteinkinase C (anti-cancer), Dipeptidyl peptidase (anti-diabetic), and Angiotensin-1-ConvertingEnzyme (anti-hypertensive). The alkaloids which were previously reported to possessantibiotic activities against Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus, and Mycobacteriumsmegmatis and anti-photo-oxidative, have now perceived to be multi-dimensional …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Antioxidant activity of Passiflora foetida leaf extracts and silver nanoparticles in diabetic induced rats
Abstract: The anti-oxidant system present in our body prevents against the free radicals. Anti-oxidants were glutathione peroxidise,serum catalase,vitamin E, ascorbic acid and superoxide. In our study the plant extract of Passiflora foetidae were used to estimate the antioxidant levels in diet-induced diabetic rats. The mean of glutathione peroxide of normal rats was 92.98±1.65. "The mean of diet-induced diabetic rats was 152.50 ± 1.92*. Diabetic rats treated with sitagliptin and vildagliptin had …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Exploring the properties and extraction of neem leaves
Abstract: Neem (Azadirachta indica) is a versatile medicinal plant, for its diverse therapeutic properties. This abstract provides a comprehensive overview of recent research focusing on phytochemical analysis, biochemical characterization, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of Neem extracts. Utilizing the different from of chemical used in it, phytochemical analysis identified a plethora of secondary metabolites within Neem, including alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, steroids, saponin, tannins, quinone, and phenolic compounds, indicative of its complex chemical …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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Nanotechnology in Surgical Drains: Reducing Infections and Promoting Healing Post-Surgery
Abstract: Surgical drains are widely used in postoperative care to evacuate accumulated fluids, minimize dead space, and reduce complications such as hematoma and seroma formation. Despite their clinical importance, conventional drains are frequently associated with retrograde bacterial migration, biofilm formation, and increased risk of surgical site infections (SSIs), which contribute significantly to postoperative morbidity and prolonged hospital stay. Recent advancements in nanotechnology have enabled the development of nano-functionalized surgical drains with …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 54–67 Read article
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Nutrient–Xenobiotic Crosstalk in Dairy Cattle: Implications for Metabolism, Immunity, Health, and Productivity in Resilient Dairy Development
Abstract: Dairy cattle are routinely exposed to a wide range of xenobiotics, including mycotoxins, heavy metals, pesticides, residues from veterinary drugs, and plant secondary metabolites, through feed, water, and environmental sources. These xenobiotics, being foreign to biological systems, can interfere with the absorption, metabolism, and utilization of essential nutrients, while also compromising immune function, organ health, and overall physiological performance. Chronic or subclinical exposure can reduce feed efficiency, disrupt energy and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Molecular Docking of Nigella Sativa Phytocompound as Inhibitors of Transcription Factors NF-KB Implicated in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract: Objectives: Nigella sativa, a plant considered around the world as the most treasured nutrient-rich herb for centuries together in different civilizations, is exceptionally known for its high levels of antioxidant properties. Free radical intensification due to oxidative stress plays a key role in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis by activating the NF-KB protein that regulates the expression of the genes involved in inflammation. Methods: This study involves in-silico approach to …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 42–55 Read article
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Is Beating Heart Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery Associated with Lesser Oxidative Stress and Inflammatory Response?
Abstract: Cardiac operations using cardiopulmonary bypass have been associated with systemic inflammatory response, increased levels of circulating adhesion molecules, and oxidative stress. This study aims to assess various responses in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) with or without Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) with respect to time after surgery. Sixty consecutive patients undergoing CABG either by on-pump or off-pump technique were studied. Serum levels of tumor necrosis factor- (TNF- -6 (IL-6), …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 16–26 Read article
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Nanotechnology-Based Cosmeceuticals for Anti-Aging and Skin Regeneration
Abstract: Nanotechnology has transformed the cosmetic industry of the cosmeceuticals by allowing the production of sophisticated delivery systems that improve the stability, penetration, bioavailability, and therapeutic efficacy of active ingredients in cosmetics. The present review identifies the value of nanotechnology-based cosmeceuticals in anti-aging and skin regeneration, with special focus on the recent developments in nanocarrier technologies and their use in dermatology. Many nanocarriers have exhibited great potentials in enhancing delivery of …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 33–45 Read article
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Cadmium Toxicity: Oxidative Stress and Organ Dysfunction
Abstract: Due to continued anthropogenic mobilization, cadmium accumulation in the environment causes various health problems because of its diverse toxic effects, extremely lingering biological half life (20–30 years), low rate of excretion from the body and storage predominantly in soft tissue primarily liver and kidney. Cadmium is known to have numerous noxious effects, including nephrotoxicity, hepatoxicity, osteoporosis, cardiovascular toxicity, lung toxicity, and reproductive toxicity. The biologically significant ionic form of cadmium, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 14–31 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Ethnobotanical Studies on Traditional Indian Herbal Plants for Lung Cancer Management
Abstract: Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the world. Current therapies for lung cancer are often limited by many side effects. This review compiles and evaluates ethnobotanical evidence and modern scientific findings of Indian herbal plants traditionally used for respiratory and tumor-related disorders, with a focus on their relevance to lung cancer management. Herbal phytochemicals and how they show their potent activities were also listed in this …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Comprehensive Evaluation of Quercetin from Bauhinia purpurea for Its Anti-Acne and Anti-Inflammatory Potential, Including Advances in Quercetin-Loaded Nanogel Formulation
Abstract: Acne vulgaris is among the most prevalent chronic inflammatory dermatoses in clinical dermatology, afflicting a substantial proportion of the global adolescent and adult population. Conventional pharmacotherapies — including topical retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and systemic antibiotics — remain the therapeutic mainstay; however, their long-term utility is progressively undermined by adverse cutaneous reactions, systemic toxicity, and the rising prevalence of antibiotic-resistant Cutibacterium acnes strains. These limitations have intensified scientific interest in plant-derived …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 34–46 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Bioactive Phytochemical Profiles of Moringa Oleifera and Aegle Marmelos Grown in Bundelkhand
Abstract: A comparative analysis of the bioactive phytochemical profiles of Moringa oleifera and Aegle marmelos grown in the Bundelkhand region was conducted to explore their potential health benefits. These properties make healing plants valuable in herbal medicine, supporting various aspects of health and well-being. The study aimed to determine the differences in the concentrations of bioactive compounds such as phenolic, flavonoids, alkaloids, and vitamins C and E in the leaves and …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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REVIEW ON FERULIC ACID IN COSMACEUTICALS
Abstract: Ferulic acid is low in toxicity and possesses a variety of physiological qualities, including anti- inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, anticancer, and antidiabetic effects. Science has demonstrated that ferulic acid, a potent antioxidant, has beneficial benefits on skin care. In addition to preventing pigmentation and whitening the skin, ferulic acid also prevents acne. Ferulic acid which is a strong natural antioxidant is necessary in protecting the skin against oxidative stress caused by …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 13–20 Read article