Atherosclerosis is a chronic cardiovascular disease characterized by lipid accumulation and inflammatory processes within the arterial wall, leading to vessel narrowing and an increased risk of coronary heart disease and stroke. The progression of atherosclerosis involves various molecular mechanisms, including oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction, and activation of inflammatory mediators,…
This study examines the total phenol content, flavonoid levels, and antioxidant capacity of the ethanol fraction of Arcangelisia flava (Yellow Wood). Oxidative stress, caused by an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and antioxidants, is a major factor in various chronic diseases. Arcangelisia flava, commonly used in traditional Southeast Asian medicine, contains secondary metabolit…
Acute gout arthritis is a joint inflammation in adults caused by the accumulation of monosodium urate crystals from hyperuricemia, leading to inflammation and pain. Colchicine is the primary treatment, but it has many side effects. The cherry leaf (Muntingia calabura L.), which has potential anti-inflammatory properties, offers a promising alternative treatment. This study aims to evaluate the …