Abstract

EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON LIPID LOWERING EFFECT OF COMMONLY USED SPICES

Sudha R.*, Geetha G. and Niraimathi K. L.

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Abstract

Aim of the study: The study determine the Antihyperlipidemic activity of Cuminum cyminum(sveta jiraka), Trigonella foenum(methika), Foeniculum vulgare (misreya)and its phytochemical constituents contributing antihyperlipidemia. Materials and Methods: The individual plant extract and bio-active formulation (2:1:1) were subjected to HPTLC finger print analysis which provided chemical evidences for the lipid lowering effect of selected drugs by revealing the presence of Luteolin & Quercetin that are proven lipid lowering flavones. Results and Conclusions: The data of the results depicted that the herbal formulation in the ratio of 2:1:1 possess antihyperlipidemic potential. Further in depth studies could result in the development of a safe and efficacious ayurvedic antiobese formulation.

Keywords: Cuminum cyminum, Trigonella foenum, Foeniculum vulgare, High fat diet, Luteolin.