In vivo evaluation of lipid and antioxidants qualities of Carica papaya seed oil.
Oil rich Carica papaya Linn. (CPL) seed is currently discarded as waste. This research is aimed at ascertaining the lipid and antioxidant qualities of the oil in vivo (compared to groundnut oil). Four diets composed from the oil were fed to wistar rats for 32 days. The lipid profile and antioxidant status of the plasma, erythrocytes and brain were examined. The results showed significant...
Published at Journal of Natural Products, 2011, 4, 125-135
Published in 2011
Afolabi I.S., Akuiyibo S.M., Rotimi S.O., Adeyemi A.O.
Afolabi Israel Sunmola » Prof. Israel Sunmola Afolabi is a Professor of Nutritional Biochemistry and Phytomedicine. He has great passion for cutting edge and ground breaking researches that are focused on solving challenges with direct influence on health of humanity. His current research interest focuses on food quality; spoilage and preservation; and harnessing the nutrients and health benefits of underutilized... view full profile
