Ewaoluwa Promise Owoyemi, Kernen Paul Agwaza, Ogbonna Kosisochukwu Doris, Donatus Chigozie Egwuatu, Rachael Olakunmi Ogunye, Peter Chidendu Anene, Eberechukwu Osinachi Azubuike, Jane-Frances Chinenye Ojobor, David Odanibeh, Oluwabusola Oluwakorede Asenuga & Chibuzo Valentine Nwokafor·Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research·2024
Millions worldwide suffer from major depression, and recent studies have highlighted the effect of diet on mental health. However, research using nutritional genomics to create personalized diets for managing depression is still limited. This review explores the role of nutrition...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i11581
Background: Chest radiograph is an imaging modality that uses ionizing radiation used for the evaluation of the thorax and its content. It is readily available, accessible, cheap and greatly employed in the health sector for various reasons. Objective: Chest radiographs serve as...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i11580
Mfon I. Akpaso, Lydia E. Bassey, Sadeyeng E. Anani, Michael E. Oku, Williams A. Nnenna, Nsikak M. Umoh, Eru M. Eru, Elton N. Takim, Gideon Uzor, Theresa E. Isamoh & Eric A. Agaba·Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research·2024
Introduction: Diabetes mellitus is a life threatening disease that requires immediate medical treatment. Numerous medicinal plants have been known for their anti-diabetic effects and Curcuma longa (turmeric) is one of them. This attribute is possible due to the pharmacological pr...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i11579
Nyejirime Young Wike, Ndubuisi Nonso Richards, Esther Ifeyinwa Etu, Uzoefuna Casmir Chima, Patrick Alor, Judith Uzezi Egbo, Akhigbe Agatha Oge, Obianuo Chineta Sussan & Agbor Joseph Ikenna·Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research·2024
Background and Aim: An individual's growth, organ development, physical makeup, and health are significantly influenced by their nutrition in the early stages of development. Hibiscus sabdariffa have been associated with beneficial effects on human health. The anti-lipidemic and...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i10577
Background: Cadmium, one of the most toxic heavy metals but which finds its presence in many applications and the environment impairs male reproductive function via oxidative stress. There is a growing interest in the development and usage of polyherbal remedies with high antioxi...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i10578
Hepatotoxicity, or liver damage, is caused by hepatotoxins, which can originate from chemicals, dietary supplements, prescription drugs, and medicinal plants. Nowadays, medicinal and aromatic plants are excellent resources for creating novel drugs and curing both psychological an...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i10575
Introduction: Hepatotoxicity, or liver damage, can result from exposure to toxic substances such as medications, chemicals, alcohol, and environmental pollutants, affecting approximately 1.5 billion people worldwide. Although synthetic drugs offer therapeutic benefits, they often...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i10576
Liver is a crucial organ that is susceptible to several hepatotoxins causing hepato-toxicities. These days, medicinal plants have been considered to be more promising compared with the conventionally utilized medications for hepatic treatments. In light of the dire circumstances...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i10574
Background: Hepatotoxicity is a serious global concern caused by the increased use of non-pharmacological substances and drugs. There are numerous medications available to treat this condition, the most well-known of which being silymarin. Although few, silymarin has certain adve...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i10573
Aims: HIV infection is managed by expensive ARVs that cause side effects and lead to drug resistance and drug failure. The use of nutritional remedies in the treatment of HIV/AIDS is becoming popular. Moringa oleifera is a nutrient-dense plant with medicinal properties that resul...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i9572
This study examined the analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity of an ethanolic extract of Allophylus spicatus leaves in albino mice, taking into account the socioeconomic impacts of pain and inflammation as well as the need to search for effective antipain and anti-inflammatory...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i9571
Animal-assisted therapy for children with autism (ASD) is a form of complementary therapy, integrating methods from various other types of therapy. AAT, or animal-assisted therapy, is a series of interventions that are based on the behavioral traits of animals, especially dogs an...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i9570
Purpose: This study aims to compare the efficacy of Camellia sinensis extract serum with salicylic acid gel in treating acne vulgaris. Method: The bioactive compounds from the Camellia sinensis leaf extract were extracted using distilled water and formulated into a serum for topi...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i9569
Background: Malaria remains the deadliest infectious diseases in many tropical and subtropical regions, including Nigeria and other West African countries where its transmission occurs all year round. In many inhabitants, medicinal plants are traditionally used as remedies agains...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i9568
Animal-assisted therapy in children with autism (AAT) is a complementary therapy, which includes procedures from all other therapies. AAT is a group of interventions based on an animal's behavioural characteristics (the most common therapy animals being dogs), which, depending o...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2024/v25i8566