in vivo و in vitro دراسة لاوراق نبات الخروع واستخداماته الطبية في عالج الجهاز الهضمي وإزالة سموم الكبد

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant activity of castor bean leaves (Ricinus communis L.) and investigate their potential for liver protection, highlighting their biochemical value. Quantitative analysis revealed that the leaves contain significant amounts of protein and carbohydrates with a low moisture content of 7.35 ± 0.16%. Phytochemical analysis showed that the extract contains high levels of total phenolic compounds and total flavonoids extract).The extract exhibited antioxidant activity, with an IC50 value in the DPPH test, and demonstrated significant reducing power in the FRAP test, with an EC50 value . These findings indicate that Ricinus communis leaves are an important source of phenolic compounds and flavonoids and possess antioxidant and hepatoprotective activities, supporting their potential use in liver detoxification and the development of plant-based therapeutic products