Ethanolic extract of Streblus asper leaves protects against glutamate-induced toxicity in HT22 hippocampal neuronal cells and extends lifespan of Caenorhabditis elegans

Ethanolic extract of Streblus asper leaves protects against glutamate-induced toxicity in HT22 hippocampal neuronal cells and extends lifespan of Caenorhabditis elegans

Abstract Background Although such local herb as Streblus asper (family Moraceae) has long been recognized for traditional folk medicines and important ingredient of traditional longevity formula, its anti-neurodegeneration or anti-aging activity is little known. This study aimed to investigate the n...

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Main Authors: Anchalee Prasansuklab, Krai Meemon, Prasert Sobhon, Tewin Tencomnao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-12-01
Series:BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Subjects:
Streblus Asper
HT22 cell; Glutamate toxicity
Apoptosis
Neuroprotection
Oxidative stress
Nrf2 pathway
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12906-017-2050-3

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