High catechin concentrations in Withania somnifera
Author Information
Author(s): Alam Nadia, Hossain Monzur, Khalil Md Ibrahim, Moniruzzaman Mohammed, Sulaiman Siti Amrah, Gan Siew Hua
Primary Institution: Department of Botany, Rajshahi University, Bangladesh
Hypothesis
The study aimed to identify phenolic acids, flavonoids, and antioxidant activities in Withania somnifera extracts.
Conclusion
Withania somnifera has strong therapeutic properties due to its high content of polyphenols and antioxidant activities.
Supporting Evidence
- High concentrations of phenolics and flavonoids were detected in all parts of the plant.
- The leaves contained the highest amounts of polyphenols, especially catechin.
- All parts of Withania somnifera showed strong antioxidant activities.
Takeaway
This study found that parts of the ashwagandha plant are packed with healthy compounds that can help fight diseases.
Methodology
The study used high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and spectrophotometric methods to analyze the extracts.
Limitations
Limited data exists on phenolic compounds in Withania somnifera, and the study may not cover all potential variations in plant composition.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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