Irvingia gabonensis, commonly known as African mango, has gained significant attention for its nutritional and medicinal properties. This study investigated the phytochemical profile and identified bioactive compounds present in the aqueous seed extract of I. gabonensis using Gas...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i6336
The identification of bioactive compounds in medicinal plants provides valuable insights into their therapeutic potential, especially for chronic diseases like diabetes. This study conducted a comprehensive Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis to characterize the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i6333
Background: Plant-derived phytochemicals have attracted considerable attention for their potential to preserve cardiac integrity and modulate cardiovascular health. Aim: This study investigated the formulation-dependent cardiomodulatory effects of combined aqueous extracts of Bet...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2026/v9i1383
Hibiscus sabdariffa (commonly known as "zobo") is widely consumed for its antioxidant, antihypertensive, and nephroprotective effects. However, the impact of sweeteners—natural (honey) vs. artificial (aspartame)—on these benefits remains underexplored. This study assessed hematol...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbge/2025/v8i2168
Protein malnutrition is a major contributor to hepatic and hematopoietic dysfunction, particularly in vulnerable populations. This study aimed to comparatively evaluate the hepatoprotective and hematopoietic effects of Moringa oleifera and Gongronema latifolium leaf extracts in W...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbge/2025/v8i2167
With the increasing prevalence of diabetes and the side effects associated with chemical medications, exploring non-pharmacological treatments is of significant interest. Vernonia amygdalina and Irvingia gabonensis are among the widely used medicinal herbs. This study compares th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbge/2024/v7i2155
As the global incidence of diabetes continues to rise, and with the limitations of existing therapeutic options, exploring alternative plant-based treatments becomes imperative. This study investigates the antidiabetic potential of the aqueous leaf extract of Anacardium occidenta...
This study examines the lipid-lowering and antioxidant effects of aqueous leaf extract of Anacardium occidentale in alloxan-induced diabetic albino rats. Diabetes mellitus was induced in male albino rats via intraperitoneal injection of alloxan monohydrate at a dose of 120 mg/kg...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2024/v16i12418
Ibe Arthur Onuah, Wokocha Peter Gift, Nwodo Chinagorom Augustina, Okoli Chidinma Ebelechukwu, Okari Karibo Amakiri & Opusunju Boma Harris·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
Ocimum gratissimum (OG), a widely utilized medicinal herb, has limited documentation regarding its effects on hematological and coagulation parameters. This study investigated the sub-chronic impact of aqueous OG leaf extract on blood indices and clotting time in male Wistar rats...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4415