Publications by authors named "Boniface Nwofe"
Modulation of the Lipid Profile, Hepatic and Renal Antioxidant Activities, and Markers of Hepatic and Renal Dysfunctions in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats by Virgin Coconut Oil.
Endocr Metab Immune Disord Drug Targets
March 2020
Article Synopsis
- Limited research exists on the effects of Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) on diabetes in humans and animals.
- The study aimed to analyze the impact of VCO on various health indicators in diabetic rats, including lipid profiles and liver/kidney functions.
- Results indicated that while VCO did not significantly alter blood glucose or body weights, it positively influenced certain antioxidant activities and lipid markers in comparison to diabetic controls.