Kraits are venomous snakes of the genus from the family . Their venom typically demonstrates neurotoxicity; however, the toxicity is significantly influenced by the snake's species and geographical origin. Among the species, and have been poorly studied, with little to no information available regarding their venom composition.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAngiotensin I-converting enzyme (ACE) regulates blood pressure through the renin-angiotensin system. Douchi, a traditional fermented soybean condiment, may have antihypertensive effects, but research on ACE inhibitory peptides from Douchi hydrolysates is limited. We hypothesized that enzymatic treatment could enhance ACE inhibitory peptide diversity and efficacy.
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