Anti-Fatigue Effects of Tartary Buckwheat Extracts in Mice
Author Information
Author(s): Jin Hong-Mei, Wei Ping
Primary Institution: Yiwu Industrial & Commercial College, Yiwu, Zhejiang, China
Hypothesis
The study investigates the anti-fatigue properties of tartary buckwheat extracts in male Kunming mice.
Conclusion
Tartary buckwheat extracts can extend swimming time, reduce blood lactic acid and urea nitrogen levels, and increase tissue glycogen and antioxidant enzyme activities in mice.
Supporting Evidence
- Tartary buckwheat extracts increased swimming time by 56.03%, 104.99%, and 128.57% for different doses compared to the control group.
- The level of blood lactic acid decreased by 26.77%, 36.58%, and 41.89% in the treatment groups.
- Blood urea nitrogen levels were reduced by 28.94%, 38.86%, and 35.45% in the treatment groups.
- Tissue glycogen content was higher in the treatment groups compared to the control group.
- Activities of antioxidant enzymes GPx and SOD were increased in the treatment groups.
Takeaway
Tartary buckwheat extracts help mice swim longer and feel less tired by improving their energy and reducing harmful substances in their bodies.
Methodology
Mice were divided into four groups, with one group receiving distilled water and the others receiving different doses of tartary buckwheat extracts for 28 days, followed by an exhaustive swimming test.
Limitations
Further studies are needed to elucidate the exact mechanism of the effect of tartary buckwheat extracts on fatigue.
Participant Demographics
Male Kunming mice, 3 months old, weighing approximately 20 g.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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