VITAMINS LEVELS (A, C AND E) IN DROSOPHILA MELANOGASTER. ADMINISTERED OKRA LEAVES AND HIGH SUCROSE DIET
Abstract
ABSTRACT
Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder, is exacerbated by oxidative stress, leading to organ damage. Some or the antidiabetic treatments can cause adverse effects, emphasizing the need for alternative therapies. This study investigates the antioxidant potential of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) in mitigating oxidative stress associated with diabetes mellitus, using Drosophila melanogaster as a model organism. Okra, rich in antioxidants such as vitamins A, C, and E, was tested for its ability to lower blood glucose levels and combat oxidative stress in Drosophila on a high sucrose diet. The results indicate that okra significantly (p
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