Aim: This study aims to evaluate and characterise the Momordica charantia and Ocimum gratissimum leaf powder. Methodology: The quantitative analyses for proximate, phytochemicals, minerals, and antioxidant activities of Momordica charantia and Ocimum gratissimum leaf powder were...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i430188
Hoslundia opposita Vahl is a multi-purpose medicinal plant used traditionally to treat gonorrhea, cystitis, cough, fever, snake bites, convulsion in many parts of Africa. The objectives of this research are to evaluate the phytochemical profile, antioxidant activity of the leaves...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i430187
Aims: Persea americana (P. americana) dubbed ‘green gold’ is a highly sought after fruit today, with insatiable export market. Different parts of avocadoes have been consumed both for nutritional and health benefits across regions of the world. Therefore, this study investigates...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i430186
Victor Henry Azubuike Enemor, Ejike Celestine Orji, Uchechukwu Chibuzo Ogbodo, Ogechukwu Frances Nworji & Chinaza Lucy Ibeneme·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2021
Aim: The incidence of heart-related disease conditions due to consumption of cholesterol containing oils and the increasing global demand for oil for domestic and industrial purposes have necessitated the need for scientific evaluation of other neglected indigenous plants for pot...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i430185
Anti-hyperglycemic and anti-hyperlipidemic effects of hydroethanolic leaf and stem extracts of Vitex doniana on alloxan induced diabetes in rats was evaluated. Thirty (30) male rats were assigned to five (5) groups of six (6) rats each as follows: Group I served as normal control...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i330184
Aim: This study is aimed at evaluating the effects of the aqueous stem bark extract of Stereospermum kunthianum on CCl4-induced hepatotoxicity in rats. Methodology: Analysis of qualitative phytochemical components and antioxidant activity were carried out. Experimental rats were...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i330183
Egba Simeon Ikechukwu, N. Okafor Polycarp, E. Mbah Patricia, C. Ikechukwu Gavin, C. Omeoga Humphrey & W. Eze Chukwuka·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2021
Aim: Medicinal potentials of herbs can be amplified greatly through synergism in a poly-herbal formulations. Toxic propensities of a plant can be masked out in poly-herbal preparations thus enhancing effectiveness. The aim of this study was to evaluate the potential toxicological...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i330182
Organophosphorus insecticides have been widely classified as a health dangerous and high toxicity compounds due to their widespread use and release into the environment. Ginger (Zingiber officinale) has been used as a medicinal plant since antiquity and is known to play diverse b...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i330181
Aim: The present study was carried out to determine the protective potential of Lycopene enriched tomato extract (LycT) against hepatic and renal damage caused in mice by dexamethasone administration. Study Design: Male LACA mice were randomly divided into four treatment groups (...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i330180
The term metabolomics was coined by Oliver and his group in 1998. It is a study of biochemical profile and regulation of functions in whole organism by analyzing a metabolite pool present in organism. Researchers believe that more than 400,000 plant species exist worldwide. Total...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2021/v8i230179