According to the International Wellness Directory, Zinc is essential for producing SOD, superoxide dismutase, “the most potent antioxidant that your body has.” Zinc is most commonly found in meat and dairy products, and is hard to come by as a vegan, Zinc promotes a healthy immune system, helps with bone formation, and fertility/conception (Sears)…
There are several mechanism in which lead (Pb 2+) leads to an increase in free radicals and decrease in antioxidant enzymes. Lead can bind and inhibit the antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase, glutathione (GSH) peroxidase and glutathione reductase. The inhibition capability of lead is manifested in the capacity of lead to bind thiol groups of protein and non-protein biomolecules. By binding thiol groups of the antioxidant…
Linum usitassimum is an annual herb belonging to the family Linaceae. The plant is indigenous to west Asia and the Mediterranean. Seed oil of this plant used commercially in the painting and varnishing due to its polymerization properties when exposed to the air and sun light. It is also used as an astringent in fungicidal lotion and an insecticide. Seed oil are reported to rich in essential fatty acids like omega-3- fatty acids (linolenic acid, 35-67%), omega-6- fatty acids (linoleic acid,…
Chemical composition of wheat flour and lemon balm. Data represented in figer (1) indicate to the chemical composition of wheat flour and lemon balm as raw materials in the formula of g /1oo g of dry weight basis. The lemon balm contains (17.10g, 16.11g and 50.56g) of protein, fiber and carbohydrates respectively. While the wheat flour as raw material contains (11.86g, 0.69g, and 75.69g) of protein, fiber and carbohydrates respectively. Assay of polyphenolic compounds of lemon balm leaves. Figer…
Renal lipid peroxidation product, malondialdehyde (MDA) was measured in renal tissue homogenates by the method described by Ellman (1959), superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity was estimated according to Beauchamp and Fridovich (1971) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) activity was measured according to Flohé and Gunzler (1984) using commercially available diagnostic kits from Biodiagnostic Company, Giza…
Assessment of cardiac oxidative stress Heart homogenates were used to estimate malondialdehyde (MDA) level as one of the main end products of lipid peroxidation (Yoshioka et al., 1979), reduced glutathione (GSH) content (Beutler et al., 1963), superoxide dismutase (SOD) (SOD assay kit, Sigma-Aldrich Co, St Louis, MO, USA) and catalase (CAT) activities (Sinha, 1972). 2.7. Assessment of cardiac inflammation Sera were used to estimate TNF-α concentration using commercially available ELISA kit…
1. Describe your prior research experience, including duration, level of independence, and methods employed. How has your research experience prepared you for graduate studies in biomedical engineering? (maximum 50 lines, 12 pt font) “It always seems impossible until it’s done”, a quote written on top of my table in lab, is one of the elements that drive my commitment to my goals. This has always inspired me to work towards achieving the goals I set and define the research experiences I had…
Abstract Lantana camara is used as an ornamental plant which belongs to the family Verbenaceae. Is a small perennial shrub native to central and south America. Also known as big-sage, red-sage, tickberry. Is an invasive species. Present in many different colors depicting it’s maturity level. Can grow in variety of climatic conditions and soil. Is known to be toxic to livestock. Ingestion by grazing animals causes intrahepatic cholestasis and associated liver damage. Keywords: Lantana camara,…
Fava bean has over the years being a good source of various nutrients and dietary supplements. Fava bean has no saturated fat or cholesterol and contains a high concentration of some B family vitamins, vitamin K, potassium, copper, selenium, zinc, magnesium, iron, isoflavone, and dietary fibers. A serving of cooked or fresh fava beans can significantly increase your intake of dietary fibers and all nutrients that can benefit your health in many ways. POTASSIUM Potassium is a vital mineral to…
enzymes (P450s) where the metabolism of ZnO NPs by P450 cytochrome is another possible source of ROS [60]. (65) reeeppp Normally, cells are equipped with a variety of antioxidants that serve to counterbalance the effect of oxidants including; superoxide dismutase (SOD) catalase, Glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) and Glutathione GSH. (69) [201] Imbalance in the ROS production and antioxidant defense system results in interference with normal cellular processes and causing cell death. [21].…