Authors : Abhijit S. Limaye and Kishor S. Bhosale1
Page Nos : 211=217
Description :
Reactive oxygen species are involved in a number of chronic and degenerative diseases such as arthrosclerosis, cancer, cirrhosis and diabetes. Plant-derived antioxidants such as phenolics, tannins, flavonoids, could delay or reduce the risk for development of these diseases. Thus, the present investigation was based on assessment of total enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidants from the mature leaves of Oxalis corniculata L. Leaves were collected and the methanolic extract was prepared and the crude extract was tested for its antioxidant potential. The enzymatic parameters such as peroxidase, catalase, AAO, PPO and total phenolics, flavonoids, tannins, ascorbic acid content were estimated. The extract showed considerable free radical scavenging activity as revealed by DPPH and FRAP assay.
Oxalis corniculata L. among the smallest creation of God, but considered as one of the most significant medicinal herb. Hence, the present investigation revealed the Oxalis corniculata L. as potent source of natural antioxidants and could play a vital role in health, food and cosmetic industries.
