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324 articles for “antioxidative activities.”
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Isolation, Phytochemical Investigation and Biological Screening of Roots of Cosmos Sulphureus
Abstract: Aims and objectives: The plants are integral part of traditional system of medicine. Cosmos is one such medicinal plant traditionally being used in Brazil and Mexico for treatment of several diseases. The present study is aimed to evaluate the properties of Cosmos sulphureus and its preliminary phytochemical screening, extraction, purification and identification of active components.Materials and Methods:All roots were handpicked and washed with tap water. Cleaned roots were air dried …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Evaluation of Anti-cataract Potential of Carbocisteine by Using In Vitro Goat Lens Model
Abstract: This study includes Carbocisteine has four Oxygen molecules, one Sulfur molecule, and one Nitrogen molecule. Goat eyeballs were used in the present study. They were obtained from the slaughterhouse. Glucose at a concentration of 55 mM was used to induce cataracts; glucose (5.5 mM) concentration served as a normal control, and Ascorbic Acid served as a standard control. Incubation of lenses with glucose 55 mM showed opacification starting after 8 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Green Synthesis and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticle using Leaves of Lawsonia inermis: Antibacterial, Antifungal and Anti-Oxidant Activity
Abstract: Nanotechnology is one of the fastest developing sciences over the past few years. This is an emerging field of modern research dealing with synthesis and designing of particle structure ranging from approximately 1–100 nm. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are known for their tremendous applications in the field of therapeutics and diagnosis. In the present study, we have confirmed that the antibacterial, antifungal and anti-oxidant activity of biosynthesized AgNPs which were synthesized …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 11–23 Read article
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Phytochemicals And Antioxidants Properties of Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides Root Bark
Abstract: There have been studies on Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides (Orinata), family; Rutaceae, which has shown remarkable benefits of the plant to humans traditional medicine. Root or stem bark macerations, decoctions or infusions of the plant are widely taken to treat malaria, fever, sickle cell anemia, tuberculosis, paralysis, oedema and general body weakness. They are also widely taken to treat intestinal problems, including colic, dysentery, intestinal worms, gonorrhea and urethritis. Studies show that …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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A Review on Cucumis melo
Abstract: Cucumis melo is commonly known as muskmelon or sweet melon and most widely cultivated and used around the world. It belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. It is an annual climbing or creeping herb. It is a vegetable food item and used as one of the main ingredient in various dishes. This fruit is totally 85–90 percentage water. It also contains various chemical constituents like terpenes, phenols, phenolic acids, saponins, tannins, flavonoids …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Screening and Characterisation of Antibacterial Actinomycetes Isolated From Earthworm
Abstract: The actinomycetes are considered to be the most potent source for the production of secondary metabolites, antibiotics and other bioactive compounds. The present study dealt with the isolation of the actinomycetes from the earthworm, Eisenia fetida. The actinomycetes were identified using slide culture technique and various biochemical tests. The isolates (S1 and S2) showed activity against Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria in primary screening by perpendicular streak method. In …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 77–84 Read article
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Jabuticaba Skin Flour AsA Functional Food Ingredient: Phenolic Profile, Antioxidant Potential and Functional Technological Properties
Abstract: Brazilian-native fruit, jabuticaba, is a member of the Myrtaceae family that is typically consumed naturally. The jabuticaba skin flour (JSF) is rich in phenolic compounds, the most active antioxidants present in plants, being able to stop oxidative damage and reduce the risk of oxidative stress linked to different degenerative diseases, thus become interesting to the consumer. Despite all this antioxidant potential, little is known about their characterization and about the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 01–08 Read article
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Biochemical Assays of Crude and Purified Oxycarotenoid Extracts Isolated from Coriander Leaves and their Effect on Oxidative Stability of Oils by Rancimat Assay
Abstract: Antioxidants are important substances in the fight against the damage done by free radicals that are produced by oxidative stress. Antioxidants are available in various forms as dietary supplements/synthetic forms. Because of their toxicity and side effects, the extensive use of many of these synthetic antioxidants is ruled out. Most nutritionist agrees that, the natural food is the best source of antioxidants. Dietary antioxidants have the ability to scavenge free …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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An eco-friendly synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Stoechospermum marginatum, its characterization and antioxidant study
Abstract: AbstractThe aqueous extract of marine brown seaweed, Stoechospermum marginatum was used for the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles. The silver nanoparticles were formed due to the bio-reduction of silver nitrate to aqueous silver ions in the presence of seaweed extract. The synthesized silver nanoparticles were characterized by UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectroscopyand Atomic Force Microscope (AFM).The synthesised silver nanoparticles have shown moderate antioxidant activity. This method of AgNPs …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Review on Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke): an Unexplored Medicinal Plant of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Introduction: The rhizomes of medicinal plant Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke ex Hook.f.) (Family Asteraceae) has long been used in Unani system of medicine (USM) as Cardiac tonic (invigorative and exhilarant), nervine tonic, carminative, protective of the foetus, antidotary etc. in different dosage forms. It is included in specific drugs for heart and is much valuable for palpitation. Because of having antidotal characteristics and protective (corrective) attributes, the rhizomes are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 41–52 Read article
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A Review on Ocimum Sanctum (Tulsi) and its Medicinal Properties
Abstract: Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi) is one of the most important plants mentioned in Ayurveda due to its religious values and enormous medicinal properties. It belongs to Lamiaceae family. Tulsi is an inexpensive, safe and easily available plant commonly found in all the Indian Hindu households. It is a sacred plant in Hindu belief and the offering of its leaves is mandatory in ritualistic worship. Plant parts like leaves, seeds and roots …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 4–7 Read article
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Valeriana Jatamansi in Ailment of Various Diseases: A Review
Abstract: V. wallichii, often known as Valeriana jatamansi, is a significant medicinal herb. The word ‘Valerian’, which is derived from the word ‘Velo’ means ‘strong drug’, was originally used by an Indian doctor in the ninth century. This review focus on their geographical characterization, botanical characterization, traditional uses, and their mechanism of action on various bioactivity. This review discusses the major bioactive constituents and their 2D and 3D structures. V. jatamansi …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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A Critical Appraisal on Phytochemical Constituents and Therapeutic Effect of Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Abstract: In present era, traditional medicines are getting more attention worldwide. Herbal medicines are one among them with great therapeutic significance and potential actions. Glycyrrhiza glabra is one of the important and widely used classical herbal medicinal plants with vast clinical action. Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn. Commonly known as Liquorice, sweet wood, Mulahatti and Yashtimadhu. It has key activities from getting rid of simple cough, eye troubles to curing asthma, bronchitis, abdominal …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Kapikacchu (Mucuna pruriens): A Promising Indigenous Herbal Drug and Its Effect on Different Disease Conditions
Abstract: Mucuna pruriens is widely known as “velvet bean,” which originally belongs to eastern part of India and China where it is cultivated as vegetable crop. It has been shown that its seeds are potentially of substantial medicinal importance. Kapikacchu belongs to Fabaceae family and it is widely used for aphrodisiac purpose as well as for Parkinson disease. It has lots of pharmacological properties such as hypoglycemic activity, antioxidant activity, aphrodisiac …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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The Pharmacological Importance of Quercus incana: A Review
Abstract: Baloot or Quercus incana, commonly known as blue jack oak or cinnamon oak, a large evergreen tree, belongs to genus Quercus, largest genus of family Fagaceae, approximately 900 species distributed in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia as well as temperate zones of Northern Hemisphere The genus Quercus have long been considered among the clades of woody angiosperms in terms of species diversity, horticulture merit and ecological dominance, industrial and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Ethnomedicinal, Pharmacological and Phytochemical Screening of Supari (Areca catechu Linn.): A Review
Abstract: Supari (Areca catechu Linn.) is a tall tree about 10–20 m long. It is used both locally and internally. Local application is beneficial in various acute inflammatory conditions in the form of gargle, vaginal douche or abzan, decoction, juice and oil. Internally it act as muqavvie-qalb (cardiotonic) and muqavvi-e-ama (intestinal tonic), sozish meda (gastric irritation), dries the excessive secretions of mouth, used in vomiting and nausea, strengthen the teeth and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 6–20 Read article
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A Review on Different Species of Echinacea
Abstract: Echinacea is one of the plant species found in the North American tribes, which are commonly called as coneflowers. Echinacea species such as Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea pallida, Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea serotina, etc. are used in the treatment of common cold, urinary tract infections, respiratory problems, etc. They also show anti-immunosupperssant activity, anti-viral activity, antifungal activity, anti-inflammatory activity, antioxidant activity, etc. This article mainly includes morphological features, chemical constituents, pharmacology, and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Therapeutic Potential of Sheetraj (Plumbago Zeylanica Linn.)-A Potent Drug of Unani Medicine
Abstract: Plumbago zeylanica also known as Sheetraj or Chitraka belongs to the family Plumbaginaceae. It is one of the important medicinal plants which is used worldwide due to its therapeutic value. Therefore, this work carried out on Sheetraj has been, gathered, analyzed and reviewed using references from different sources like classical text and indexed journals. The aim of this review is to provide data or comprehensive information related to the chemical …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 40–51 Read article
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Antimicrobial, Antioxidant Evaluation of Majestic Darjeeling Green and Black Tea during Storage
Abstract: Three months storage in ambient temperature and humidity causes the changes in biochemical (antioxidant) and antimicrobial properties of Darjeeling green and black tea. Having higher extent of total polyphenol and non-enzymatic antioxidant flavonoid content green teas are able to show higher antioxidant and antimicrobial activities against different microorganisms. Due to manufacturing procedures (greater extent of fermentation) some of the enzyme activities (including antioxidant enzyme catalase, phenylalanine ammonia lyase) are lowered …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 24–34 Read article
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Effect of Salicylic Acid on Biochemical Traits in Two Cultivars of Soybean under Salt Stress
Abstract: AbstractSoybean is considered to be moderately salt sensitive species and is affected by salinity condition in terms of growth and yield. Among the abiotic stress, salinity is one of the serious agricultural problems worldwide which reduces field production. Foliar feeding of plants can effectively improve plant growth and productivity and is known to be more effective than soil application. Salicylic acid (SA) is a naturally occurring plant growth regulator which …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 9–18 Read article