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Assessment of Obesity as a Marker for Patients with Type II Diabetes in the Ashanti Region, Ghana

Daniel Ataanya Abera, Mina Ofosu, Michael Ayuni, Solomon Wireko, Olivia Poku Asare & Helen Owusu-Asante · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic syndrome characterized by high blood glucose levels that is currently a worldwide health concern. The purpose of this study is to use anthropometric indicators to determine the prevalence of obesity and overweight among Type II Diabetic Patients....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i6822

A Comparative Analysis of Nutritional and Chemical Composition of Eight Seeds Used as Native Medicine in West Africa

N. E. Ahajumobi & E. T. Oparaocha · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Background: Rising cost of healthcare globally has prompted governments to seek for ways to treat diseases and reduce costs, plants products offers hope. Aims: To technically conduct a comparative investigation of the nutritional and chemical composition of eight seeds used for t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i7823

Potential Effect of Soybean on Muscle Fatigue and Lactic Acid Levels in Wistar Rats

Aldona Putri Navolani, Eka Nur Alfahrozi Putra, Shefina Shintawati, Cicilia Novi Primiani, Roy Try Putra, Andri Wahyu Utomo, Gabriella C. Krisnamurti & Yadi Jayadilaga · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Muscle fatigue is a condition resulting from prolonged muscle contractions. Synthetic materials are often used to restore muscle fatigue, although they can have side effects. Soybean is a natural product that contains complex compounds, including thiamine, which has the potential...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i6821

Ameliorative Effect of Aqueous Crude Extract of the Aerial Parts of Leonurus Cardiaca on Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiovascular Damage in Wistar Rats

E. O. Wellington, M. B. Otobo & S. J. Ogbomade · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

This study investigated the ameliorative effect of aqueous crude extract of the aerial parts of Leonurus cardiaca on doxorubicin-induced cardiovascular damage in Wistar rats. Aqueous crude extract of Leonurus cardiaca was prepared based on standard Laboratory condition. A total o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i6820

Genetic and Kinetic Profiles of Bacterial Resistance Enzymes to IMP and NDM Type Antibiotics in Gram-negative Pathogenic Bacilli

Lionel Eliada Benoit Bambara, Amana Metuor Dabire, Oumar Traore, Yasmine Tiemtore, Theodora Zohoncon & Jacques Simporé · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Introduction: Enterobacteria are among the most frequent isolated strains in hospitalized patients. Currently, carbapenems have a broad spectrum of activity and are considered to be the last resort for the treatment of nosocomial infections. However, overuse of these valuable com...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i6819

Effect of the Aqueous Extract of Corchorus olitorius L. on the Lipid Parameters of Rats Subjected to a Hyperlipidic Diet

Kamenan Koua Christ Delor, Brahima Kouamé Koffi Raoul & Ackah Jacques Auguste Alfred Bognan · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Background: Advances in physiological data, clinical research and medico-economic findings have led to considering obesity as a pathogenic situation, even a real disease. Measures should be taken to stop the spread of this pathology associated with abnormalities in glucose and li...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i6818

Aphrodisiac Potentials of Methanol Extract of Homalium letestui Root in Male Rats

Ofonimeh Emmanuel Udofia, Paul Alozie Nwafor, Ifiok Dominic Uffia & Elijah Nya · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Aims: In this study, the methanol extract of Homalium letestui root was investigated with a view to ascertaining the scientific basis for its ethnobotanical use, and establishing, if any, the mechanisms of its effects, as an aphrodisiac. Methodology: The crushed root of Homalium...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i5816

A Review on Nutritional, Medicinal and Bio-active Compound of Dragon Fruit Hylocereus polyrhizus (F.A.C. Weber) Britton & Rose

Sanampreet Singh & Sandeep Kumar · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Dragon fruit (Hylocereus polyrhizus F.A.C.Weber) is a popular fruit crop known for its enormous medicinal potential that has drawn the attention of numerous researchers in recent years. It is a rare tropical fruit that has many favorable impacts on human health because it has pow...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i5817

An Overview of Nanoparticle Properties and Their Bioactivity

Chukwuemeka E. Nwankwo, Adewale Adewuyi & Adeleke Osho · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

The term “nanoparticles” being expressed in microbiology is coined from the Greek word “nano” meaning “dwarf”. Nanoparticles range in size from 1-100nm. Nanoparticles vary in size, shape, and other properties and can exist with capping agents present after structure-controlled sy...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i5814

Haematological and Biochemical Changes in Aqueous Leaf Extract of Justicia carnea Treated Male Wistar Rats Exposed to Lead Acetate

J. U. Onyekwere & S. O. Ojeka · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Aim: To evaluate the effect of oral administrattion of the leaf extract of Justicia carnea on some haematological and biochemical parameters in rats. Study Design: It was a laboratory and experimental animal based study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out In D...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i4812

Hepatoprotective and Nephroprotective Effects of Haronga (Harungana madagascariensis) in Combination with Antioxidant Compounds in Albino Spraque Dawley Rats

Oluwadunni Joan Okwulu & Matthew Oluwole Abatan · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of Harungana madagascariensis stem bark ethyl acetate extract with antioxidants on the liver and kidney in rats. Study Design: Experimental. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, U...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i5813

Effects of Graded Doses of Ethanolic Extract of Pausinystalia Yohimbe Stem Bark on Biochemical and Hematological Indices In the Kidneys of Female Wistar Rats

F. N. Okwakpam, S. U. Ken-Ezihuo, P. Ajie & B. A. Amadi · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Pausinystalia yohimbe is a medicinal plant widely used as an aphrodisiac agent in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, but little is known about its effect on renal function after chronic use. This study was designed to investigate the effect of ethanolic extract of Pausinysta...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i4810

Effects of Zingiber officinale and Allium sativum on the Liver Enzymes of Albino Rats (Rattus norvegicus)

Treasure Ujoh & Chinenye Maria-Goretti Ohanu · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Aim: To determine the effect of ethanolic extract of Zingiber officinale and Allium sativum on the liver enzymes of albino rats. Study Design:  Experimental study. Place and Duration of Study: CNed Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, Nsukka, Nigeria, between September – October, 2019....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i4811

Reproductive Parameters and Oxidative Stress Marker Impacts Associated with Oral and Inhalation Exposure to Chlorview

Amadi Eustace U., Nweze Ekene J., Amalunweze Adaude U. & Ubani Chibuike S. · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2023

Aim: Factory workers, pesticide applicators and farmers are the most susceptible group to reproductive problems due to continuous exposure to pesticides. Farmers now increasingly deploy pesticides in their agronomic practices. This research aimed to assess the impact on reproduct...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2023/v32i4809