Obesity and overweight result in metabolic changes that build up as risk factors for the development of the main non-communicable diseases. Among these alterations, dyslipidemia is an important risk factor for cardiovascular diseases (CDV) and is expressed in elevated plasma levels of triacylglycerols, c...
O maracujá (Passiflora ssp.) é conhecido por suas características sensoriais e por apresentar diversos compostos bioativos. Estudos prévios demonstraram que o consumo a longo prazo de maracujá melhorou os parâmetros bioquímicos, inflamatórios e antioxidantes. Uma espécie que tem despertado inter...
This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of extracts of Passiflora edulis Sims leaves on the oxidative metabolism of rat peritoneal neutrophils using a model of acute inflammation. The extract was obtained by maceration in 70% ethanol, evaporation under reduced pressure and lyophilisation. Total p...
