Antioxidant activity of Mitragyna parvifolia (Roxb.) Korth

Antioxidants play a crucial role in protecting living organisms against oxidative stress, a condition associated with various chronic diseases and aging. Extensive research has been conducted to identify and to characterize natural compounds with potent antioxidant activity, aiming to harness their potential benefits for human health. Mitragyna parvifolia (Roxb.) Korth, a member of the Rubiaceae family, has gained considerable importance in the field of traditional medicine, particularly in the system of Ayurveda. This plant has been extensively utilized for various purposes, solidifying its significance in traditional medicinal practices. This research aims to investigate the antioxidant activity of Mitragyna parvifolia using different methods. The plant extract was evaluated by 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging assay, ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assay, nitric oxide free radical scavenging activity assay and phosphomolybdate assay. The results provide valuable insights into the potential applications in the development of natural antioxidants from Mitragyna parvifolia.