The effect of Morus alba leaves extract and powder on resistin and liver enzymes alteration in diabetic rats

Aims: The current study was designed to explore the changes of the resistin, ALT and AST levels of diabetic rats after treatment with Morus alba leaves flavonoid extract (MLE) and Morus alba leaves powder (MLP). Methods: The study was conducted for 30 male wistar rats in five groups including control and diabetic groups. Diabetic groups consisted of diabetic control, sham and treated group with MLE and MLP. Type 2 diabetes was induced in rats by administration of streptozotocin and nicotinamide. The serum concentrations of resistin and insulin in study groups were identified by ELISA. ALT and AST activities were…