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ArticleEnvironmental analysis, health and toxicology2025

Neuroprotection by Nauclea latifolia extract in arsenite & high-fat diet-induced brain stress.

Wusa Makena, Aisha Aminu, Onyinoyi Bethel Onimisi, John Tabakwot Ayuba, Gidok Kogi Abednego, Victor Kayode Jerome, Abel Yashim Solomon, Barka Ishaku

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Wusa MakenaDepartment of Human Anatomy, Kampala International University, Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda.
Aisha AminuDepartment of Human Anatomy, Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Nigeria.
Onyinoyi Bethel OnimisiDepartment of Human Anatomy, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Nigeria.
John Tabakwot AyubaDepartment of Human Anatomy, Kampala International University, Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda.
Gidok Kogi AbednegoDepartment of Human Anatomy, Kampala International University, Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda.
Victor Kayode JeromeDepartment of Human Physiology, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna, Nigeria.
Abel Yashim SolomonDepartment of Human Anatomy, Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria.
Barka IshakuDepartment of Human Anatomy, University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria.

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Abstract

Sodium arsenite (NaAsO2) and high fat diet (HFD) are already documented to provoke oxidative stress, neuro inflammation and learning and memory deficits. This work aimed to determine the possible neuroprotection of the root extract of Nauclea latifolia (NlREq) against NaAsO2/HFD induced neurotoxicity in Wistar rats. Twenty-five rats were divided into five groups: groups include control; NaAsO2/HFD treated; NaAsO2/HFD + NlREq at 200 mg /kg and 400 mg/kg; and NaAsO2/HFD treated with silymar in at the dose of 50 mg/kg. The behavioral assessments (elevated plus maze and T-maze), biochemical analysis and histological investigations were performed. As shown in the present study, NaAsO2/HFD group exhibited enhanced anxiety related behaviour, memory deficit, oxidative stress (MDA, TNF-α, IL-1β) and decreased antioxidant enzymes (SOD, CAT, GSH) activity. The histological examination revealed significant neuronal loss and remarkable architectural alteration in hippocampus, prefrontal cortex and cerebellum. These effects were ameliorated by NlREq administered in a dose-dependent manner, with the 400 mg/kg dose enhancing memory in the affected animals, reducing inflammation, replenishing antioxidant defence systems, and maintaining integrity of neurons. These results indicate that Nauclea latifolia root extract has strong neuroprotective potential and may be used as a phytochemical for managing neurotoxicity and cognitive impairment due to exposure to toxins in the environment and poor diet.

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High-fat dietInflammatory markersNauclea latifoliaNeuroprotectionOxidative stressSodium arsenite

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PMCPMC12623113

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