Effect of Banana Peel Extract on Serotonin Immunoreactivity and Stool Consistency in Colon of Healthy Male Wistar Rat

Banana peel is a potential natural source of serotonin precursor, which contains 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), tryptophan, and some other nutrients needed in serotonin metabolism. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter, which has a role in gastrointestinal motility and may affect stool consistency. The...

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Main Authors: Fatchurohmah, Wiwiek, Meliala, Andreanyta, Sulistyoningsih, Rita Cempaka
Format: Conference or Workshop Item
Language:English
Published: AIP Publishing 2019
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Online Access:https://repository.ugm.ac.id/277205/1/Full%20doc%20AIP%20Conference.pdf