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Investigation of the Optimal Ratio of Ginger, Banana Flower, and Roselle in Liposomal Encapsulation to Enhance Antioxidant Activity and Total Phenolic Content

Abstract

The growing interest in antioxidant-rich foods is driven by their potential to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular conditions, and cellular degeneration. Ginger (Zingiber officinale), banana inflorescence (Musa paradisiaca L.), and roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) are herbal plants known for their high phenolic content, a crucial component in antioxidant activity. However, the bioactive compounds in these plants are often unstable when exposed to light, temperature, and oxygen, leading to a reduction in their efficacy. This study aims to investigate the optimal ratio of ginger, banana inflorescence, and roselle for encapsulation in liposomes—a technique designed to enhance the stability of bioactive compounds and improve their delivery efficacy. The research evaluates the antioxidant activity of the extracts using DPPH, ABTS, and FRAP methods, alongside total phenolic content (TPC) measurement. The most effective ratio for antioxidant activity will be selected for liposomal encapsulation, employing phospholipids as key structural components. The encapsulation efficiency (EE%) will be calculated to assess the effectiveness of the liposomal delivery system. The findings are expected to identify the optimal combination of ginger, banana inflorescence, and roselle that maximizes antioxidant potency and enhances the stability of bioactive compounds through liposomal encapsulation. This approach offers a promising strategy for developing herbal health supplements that maintain their biological properties over time.

Objective

การเสื่อมสภาพของเซลล์จากอนุมูลอิสระเป็นสาเหตุหลักที่นำไปสู่การเกิดโรคเรื้อรังต่าง ๆ เช่น โรคมะเร็ง โรคหัวใจ และการเสื่อมสภาพของเซลล์ในระบบต่าง ๆ ของร่างกาย ดังนั้นการใช้สารต้านอนุมูลอิสระจากธรรมชาติจึงเป็นวิธีหนึ่งในการลดความเสี่ยงจากการเกิดโรคเหล่านี้ ขิง ปลีกล้วย และกระเจี๊ยบ เป็นพืชที่มีสารต้านอนุมูลอิสระและสารฟีนอลิกที่มีคุณสมบัติในการป้องกันความเสื่อมของเซลล์ อย่างไรก็ตาม สารเหล่านี้อาจสูญเสียประสิทธิภาพเมื่อสัมผัสกับปัจจัยภายนอก เช่น แสง ความร้อน และออกซิเจน ดังนั้นการใช้เทคนิคการห่อหุ้มสารด้วยวิธีลิโพโซม จึงช่วยเพิ่มความเสถียรของสารสำคัญและเพิ่มประสิทธิภาพในการนำส่งสารไปยังจุดเป้าหมายจึงเป็นสิ่งสำคัญ

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