Fisetin protects liver from binge alcohol-induced toxicity by mechanisms including inhibition of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and oxidative stress

Alcohol consumption is an addictive disorder causing hepatic steatosis, fibrosis and cirrhosis. The protective effect of fisetin, a bioflavonoid, present in foods like strawberries, apples, persimmons, grapes and onions was studied on murine model of acute alcohol-induced hepatotoxicity. Five doses of 50% ethanol p.o. (10 ml/kg body weight) every 12 hours was used to induce hepatotoxicity in mice. Liver function, oxidative stress, histological...