Curcumin and gallic acid have a synergistic protective effect against ovarian surface epithelium and follicle reserve damage caused by autologous intraperitoneal ovary transplantation in rats

Ximenia caffra Sond. the magic wild indigenous plant that offers immense contribution as food and medicine

The wild indigenous African tree, Ximenia caffra Sond also commonly known as 'sour plum' and found in Southern Africa is traditionally used as a source of food and medicine by rural communities. Its fruit has been found to have vitamins, minerals, macronutrients, other important compounds such as phenolics and flavonoids. Other parts of the plant such as the seeds, roots and the leaves are used to treat vast different ailments such as cough, cancer, sexual transmitted disease and so on. Its polyphenols compounds that contribute to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer and antimicrobial activities. The aim of this review is to explore X. caffra, the indigenous fruit that has health benefit of nutraceuticals and medicinal food, therapeutic capabilities in traditional medicine. The words' Ximenia cafrra' were used. The juice of X. caffra fruits comprises several potentially beneficial phytochemicals, minerals, and initial assessment indicate a remarkable antioxidant capacity of the fruit.

Gallic acid supplementation partially ameliorates reproductive aging in rooster breeders by improving semen quality, sperm kinetics, hormones, and antioxidant status

Aging leads to decreased fertility in roosters, which is likely due to increased oxidative stress. This study evaluated the antioxidant effects of gallic acid (GA) supplementation on sperm quality and fertility of aged roosters. This study evaluated whether GA supplementation can mitigate age-related fertility decline. Roosters were randomly assigned to: control, 100 mg/kg GA, or 200 mg/kg GA. Semen parameters, sperm kinetics, hormone levels, fertility rate, and hatchability were assessed. GA increased semen concentration, membrane integrity and viability while decreasing defects versus control (P < 0.01). Testosterone was higher in GA groups (P<0.01) without affecting gonadotropins. Furthermore, 200 mg/kg GA optimized motility, velocity, linearity, and beat cross frequency versus control and 100 mg/kg GA (P < 0.01). Fertility and hatchability were higher in both GA groups. In conclusion, GA supplementation in aged roosters improves sperm quality, antioxidant status, testosterone, and fertility outcomes, likely by mitigating oxidative stress. The 200 mg/kg dose elicited optimal effects on motion parameters.