A New Benzofuran Glucoside from Ficus Tikoua Bur
2011
New Antioxidant Compound from Ficus Tikoua
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wei Shao-Peng, Luan Jie-Yu, Lu Li-Na, Wu Wen-Jun, Ji Zhi-Qin
Primary Institution: Northwest A & F University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the antioxidant activities of new and known benzofuran glucosides isolated from Ficus tikoua.
Conclusion
The new benzofuran glucoside exhibits moderate antioxidant activity, suggesting Ficus tikoua could be a source of antioxidant agents.
Supporting Evidence
- A new benzofuran glucoside was isolated from Ficus tikoua.
- The antioxidant activities were evaluated using DPPH radical scavenging assays.
- The IC50 values for the compounds were 242.8 μg·mL−1 and 324.9 μg·mL−1.
Takeaway
Researchers found a new compound in a plant that can help fight bad stuff in our bodies, like rust on metal.
Methodology
The study involved extracting compounds from Ficus tikoua stems and testing their antioxidant activities using DPPH radical scavenging assays.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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