Hydrogen: Jurnal Kependidikan Kimia
Vol. 12 No. 5 (2024): October 2024

Antioxidant Activity of Hydnophytum formicarum Extract by TEAC method (Trolox Equivalent Antioxidant Capacity Assay)

Purnamasari, Mayshah (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2024

Abstract

Oxidative stress, caused by excess reactive oxygen species (ROS), is believed to be a major contributor to aging and various degenerative diseases. Plant-based antioxidants have gained significant attention for their potential in combating R.O.S. Hydnophytum formicarum, traditionally used to treat diabetes, is evaluated as a natural antioxidant source. This study is the first to assess the antioxidant activity of H. formicarum tuber ethanol extract using the TEAC method, revealing a high antioxidant capacity (220.38 ± 0.61 M TE/100 g), highlighting its potential as a dietary supplement.

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Abbrev

hydrogen

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Subject

Chemistry Education

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Hydrogen: The Chemistry Education Journal published by the Chemistry Education Study Program which contains articles raised from the results of conceptual research and studies in chemistry and chemistry education including education and learning, device development, media and learning ...