Hibiscus sabdariffa L. extracts reduce serum uric acid levels in oxonate-induced rats

Elevated serum levels of uric acid are associated with an increased risk for hyperuricemia, gout, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and renal failure. Recent attention has focused on the bioactive properties of edible plants in preventing disease. Hibiscus sabdariffa L., a local soft drink mater...

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Main Authors: Chih-Yi Kuo, Erl-Shyh Kao, Kuei-Chuan Chan, Huei-Jane Lee, Tsai-Feng Huang, Chau-Jong Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Functional Foods
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1756464612000084