Extracts of Ginkgo biloba L. leaves and Vaccinium myrtillus L. fruits prevent photo induced oxidation of low density lipoprotein cholesterol

MF Rasetti, D Caruso, G Galli, E Bosisio - Phytomedicine, 1997 - Elsevier
Oxidation of low density lipoproteins (LDL) favours cholesterol loading in macrophages and
formation of “foam cells”, typical of the early atheroma lesions. LDL cholesterol oxidation
generates oxysterols, extremely cytotoxic molecular species with diverse biological
activities. Vegetable polyphenols are dietary components of pharmacological interest for
their anti-oxidant properties. Ginkgo biloba L.(Gingkoaceae) leaves and Vaccinium myrtillus
L.(Ericaceae) fruits are known for their beneficial effects in the treatment of various diseases …
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