Browsing Faculty of Health Sciences by Subject "Antioxidant"
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Antioxidant properties of 4-quinolones and structurally related flavones
(Elsevier, 2012)Neurodegenerative disorders are frequently associated with increased oxidative damage to the brain as a result of free radicals produced by cellular respiration. The onset and progression of neurodegeneration may therefore ... -
The antioxidant properties, cytotoxicity and monoamine oxidase inhibition abilities of the crude dichloromethane extract of Tarchonanthus camphoratus L. leaves
(Academic Journals, 2011)Tarchonanthus camphoratus (camphor bush) has been widely used for numerous medicinal purposes. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the antioxidant properties, cytotoxicity and monoamine oxidase inhibition activities ... -
A randomized, controlled trial of omega-3 fatty acids plus an antioxidant for relapse prevention after antipsychotic discontinuation in first-episode schizophrenia
(Elsevier, 2014)Background: While antipsychotics are effective in the maintenance treatment of schizophrenia they have safety and tolerability risks. We investigated whether a combination of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (ω−3 ... -
Social isolation rearing in rats alters plasma tryptophan metabolism and is reversed by sub-chronic clozapine treatment
(Elsevier, 2012)Schizophrenia is associated with increased oxidative stress, although the source of this redox disequilibrium requires further study. Altered tryptophan metabolism has been described in schizophrenia, possibly linked to ... -
Stability, clinical efficacy and antioxidant properties of honeybush extracts in semi-solid formulations.
(Medknow Publications, 2015)Background: Honeybush extracts (Cyclopia spp.) can be incorporated into skin care products to treat conditions such as skin dryness and can function as an anti-oxidant. Objective: To formulate Honeybush formulations and ...