ASSESSMENT OF ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY IN THE SEED EXTRACT OF DECALEPIS HAMILTONII Authors: Trivedi G* And Vaghela JS
ABSTRACT
This research paper investigates the antioxidant potential of Decalepis hamiltonii seed extract,
aiming to contribute valuable insights into the therapeutic applications of this plant species.
Antioxidants are crucial in combating oxidative stress, a known contributor to various health
disorders. Decalepis hamiltonii, commonly known as Hamilton's Tamarind, has garnered
attention for its medicinal properties. The study involves the extraction of bioactive compounds
from D. hamiltonii seeds and the subsequent assessment of their antioxidant activity using
established methodologies. The research employs assays such as DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-
picrylhydrazyl) scavenging, ABTS (2,2'-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid))
radical cation decolorization, and FRAP (ferric reducing antioxidant power) to quantify the
antioxidant capacity. Additionally, the study explores the identification and characterization of
specific antioxidants within the extract using advanced analytical techniques. The findings of
this research aim to provide a scientific basis for the potential utilization of D. hamiltonii seed
extract in nutraceuticals, functional foods, or pharmaceutical formulations with antioxidant
properties.
Keywords: Decalepis hamiltonii, antioxidant activity, bioactive compounds, DPPH,
ABTS, FRAP, medicinal plants Publication date: 01/03/2025 https://ijbpas.com/pdf/2025/March/MS_IJBPAS_2025_8811.pdfDownload PDFhttps://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2025/14.3.8811
