Ohiagu Chukwuemeka John

Phytochemical Composition and Toxicological Profiling of Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Root Extract in Rats

Ohiagu Chukwuemeka John, Achi Ngozi Kalu, Ohaeri Obioma Christopher & Osuji Chigozirim Amarachi · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2024

Background: Curcuma longa Linn (turmeric) is a common medicinal plant used in Africa for the treatment of diseases. In this study, its extract was evaluated to ascertain its phytochemical composition and toxicity in wistar rats. Methods: The prepared rhizome ethanol extract was f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2024/v33i1847

Effects of Prolonged Administration of High Fat Diet on Serum Biochemical, Haematological and Organ Histology in Rats

Nsiadu Anthony Onyebuchi, Achi Ngozi Kalu, Ohaeri Obioma Christopher & Ohiagu Chukwuemeka John · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2025

Background: Numerous health challenges have been associated with lipid peroxidation andoxidative damage due to increased consumption of fatty diets. Aim: This study evaluated serum biochemical and haematological parameters, tissue antioxidant activities and histopathological chan...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i1957

Comparative Effects of Garcinia kola and Garlic Extracts on Some Liver and Haematological Functions in High Salt Diet-Induced Hypertensive Wistar Rats

Chigozirim A. Osuji, Achi Ngozi Kalu, Ohaeri Christopher Obioma & Ohiagu Chukwuemeka John · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2024

Garcinia kola is commonly consumed in Nigeria in social ceremonies, while Garlic is commonly used as a spice in the preparation of certain foods. In this study, the protective effects of extracts of the plants against a high salt diet (8% NaCl) induced hypertension were investiga...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2024/v33i2853