YELLOW DOCK ROOT EXTRACT 4-1 is obtained from Rumex crispus which acts as an antioxidant by reducing peroxidation as well as increasing the glutathione content. It gives anti-microbial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus subtilis and fungicidal activity against Sphaerotheca fuliginea. It also acts as an anti-diabetic, free radical scavengers, anticancerous and has DNA protection ability.