Evaluation of the antioxidant activity in vitro of Prunus domestica L. fruit acetone extracts using CUPRAC and DPPH spectrometric assays

Introduction. Antioxidants are compounds that inhibit the oxidation of other molecules and protect the body from the effects of free radicals [4]. Antioxidants are commonly used to be as supplements in food and also have been examined for inhibition of various diseases such as heart disease and cancer [4]. Studies have shown that plums fruits have many health benefits, including improving bone health, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects, and relieving constipation [6]. [...]