A Polyphenol-Rich Fraction from Exhibits Antioxidant and Hepatoprotective Activities In Vivo.

Leaves from , the red Brazilian cherry, have a high content of flavonoids that possess several biological effects such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidiabetic activities. However, their influence on carbon tetrachloride (CCl)-induced acute liver injury in rats has not been investigated. In the current study, a bioguided fractionation assay revealed that the ethyl acetate fraction (EAF) of is the safest and most active fraction.