Abstract
Background: The interaction of mobile phone radio‑frequency electromagnetic radiation (RF‑EMR) with the brain is a serious concern of our society. In this study, we aimed to experiment on the anti‑oxidative property of a parasitic plant Loranthus longiflorus (Loranthaceae) to protect central nervous system against oxidative damages of mobile phone electromagnetic field (EMF). Materials and Methods: Healthy male albino wistar rats were exposed to RF‑EMR by giving 5 min calling/5 min interval for 1 hour per day for 2 months, keeping a GSM (0.9/1.8 GHz) mobile phone in silent mode (no ring tone) in the cage. After 15, 30, 45, 60 days exposure, three randomly picked animals from each group were tested with using behavioural model of CNS on rats. Results and Conclusion: Loranthus longiflorus bark extract could be effective in decreasing immobility (P < 0.05) and increased locomotor activity (P < 0.05). This result indicates the protective effect of Loranthus longiflorus bark against EMF induced oxidative damage of central nervous system. Key words: Depression, electromagnetic radiation, locomotor, Loranthus longiflorus bark, mobile phone
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