The Effects of Momordica balsamina Methanolic Extract on Kidney Function in STZ-Induced Diabetic Rats: Effects on Selected Metabolic Markers

The Effects of Momordica balsamina Methanolic Extract on Kidney Function in STZ-Induced Diabetic Rats: Effects on Selected Metabolic Markers

Background. Studies suggest that Momordica balsamina (intshungu) possesses hypoglycaemic effects. The effects of Momordica balsamina on diabetic complications such as DN, however, have not been established. Accordingly, this study seeks to investigate the effects of M. balsamina on kidney function i...

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Main Authors:	Anelisiwe Siboto, Ntethelelo Sibiya, Andile Khathi, Phikelelani Ngubane
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Wiley 2018-01-01
Series:	Journal of Diabetes Research
Online Access:	http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/7341242
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