Evaluation of Mallotus oppositifolius Methanol Leaf Extract on the Glycaemia and Lipid Peroxidation in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats: A Preliminary Study

Objective. Mallotus oppositifolius (Geiseler) Müll. Arg. (Euphorbiaceae) is folklorically used to “treat” diabetic conditions in some parts of Nigeria therefore the study, to investigate the extract of the leaves for activities on hyperglycaemia, lipid peroxidation, and increased cholesterol levels...

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Main Authors: C. O. Nwaehujor, I. I. Ezeigbo, F. C. Nwinyi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Biochemistry Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/527205