Influence of Lycium barbarum Extract Intake on Oxidative Stress in Wistar Rats

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the effects of Goji Berry extract (GB, Lycium barbarum) gavage administration on liver tissue oxidative stress in Wistar rats as well as to identify and quantify the content of the major bioactive compounds of the fruit. Four diets were applied: SW -standard diet + water; SG -standard HIGHLIGHTS• L. barbarum promote the increase in catalase enzyme activity in the liver of rats.• L. barbarum increase mRNA expression of catalase enzyme in the liver of rats.• L. barbarum extract produced a significant oxidation decrease in the liver of rats.• L. barbarum extract has a significant amount of bioactive compounds.