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Modification of methods in extracting microcrystalline cellulose from corn (Zea mays, Family: Poaceae) husks
Chairmane L. Ala
Jerlin M. Culajara
Jewel Renza S. Encabo
Nicole Pauline P. Pausal
Pharmacy Department, St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines
Anthony R. Marin
School of Health Science Professions, St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines
Abstract
This study is to determine the hypolipidemic property of Coffea canephora (Rubiaceae) commonly known as Robusta that is one of the famous coffees in the Philippines. Triton x-100 is used to induce hyperlipidemia in rats and treated with the extract with different concentrations; 250%, 500%, and 750%. After seven days of treatment the rats were tested again by having blood sample using tail vein method.
Keywords: Cholesterol, Robusta, coffee, hypolipidemia, hypolipidemic, Coffea canephora.
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