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Cucumis a genus in the plant family Cucurbitaceae. The cucumbers. Contain toxic tetracyclic triterpenes which cause enteritis and diarrhea, possibly blindness in horses. Includes C. africanus, C. melo var. agrostis (C. picrocarpus, C. trigonus, Ulcardo melon), C. myriocarpus (prickly paddymelon), C. sativus. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The study titled "Anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of a Cucumis melo extract rich in superoxide dismutase activity (SOD/Gliadin)" confirms the clinically important role that SOD/gliadin plays as a nutraceutical ingredient. |
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