Oxidative stress is a causative factor leading to many pathological states. Herbs are one of the natural source of anti-oxidants. Anti-oxidants may safely interact with free radicals to counterbalance or bring to an end the chain reaction before damage may occur at cellular level...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430315
Background: Annona muricata. L has a wide range of therapeutic characteristics and is frequently used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. Stannous chloride (SnCl2) are widely used in daily life and distributed in many tissues and nutrients. Although over-inges...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430314
Background: According to worldwide estimates, some 600,000 women die each year of pregnancy-related causes, and another 75,000 die following unsafe abortions. At least 200,000 of these maternal deaths are attributable to the failure or lack of contraceptive services. Naturopathic...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430311
Solenostemon monostachyus P. Beauv (Lamiaceae), it’s ethnomedical uses include anti-plasmodial, anti-pyretic, antiulcerogenic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-nociceptive activities. The aim of this study was to employ the quality control parameters in the evaluation of t...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430312
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic, metabolic disorder characterized by abnormal elevation of blood glucose levels (hyperglycaemia). Despite significant milestones achieved using conventional drugs in managing the disease, there are some drawbacks associated with their use such as dr...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430313
Aims: To evaluate anti-depressant, anti-anxiety and muscle relaxant activity of hydroalcoholic extract of Aerva javanica roots in various experimental animal models. Study Design: Animal study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted in Bilwal Medchem and Research La...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430310
Background: Prayer is paramount in the spiritual welfare and development of an individual. Interestingly, prayer is also considered as a form of complementary alternative medicine and is employed in primary healthcare delivery. Aim: The purpose of this study is to investigate the...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430309
In this investigation we have analyzed the synergism for the cytotoxic effect of a proprietary guggul gum extract (GU), 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG) and metformin (Met) in SJRH30 human alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma and HepG2 hepatoma cell lines in vitro. 2-DG and Met as single agents hav...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430307
Mallotus oppositifolius (Geiseler) Mull. Arg. (Euphorbiaceae) is a predominant edible shrub in Nigeria. It is locally used for treatment of common infections and wounds. This study evaluated the toxicity and antioxidant potential of the crude extract and fractions of M. oppositi...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430306
Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant potentials of Pentaclethra macrophylla seed (Ugba) on mercury-induced hepatic, renal and testicular oxidative stress in male Albino Rats. Study Design: This study is an experimental study. Place and Duration of Study: Department o...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430305
Almost every part of a banana plant has use in medicine. Increased bacterial resistance to the conventional antibiotics has led to research into the development of alternative treatments to conventional antibiotics. This study focuses on the antimicrobial properties of banana pee...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430304
Ameaka Fatima Nkempu, Tembe Estella, Tchadji Mayoudom Vanessa Edwige, Bayaga Herve, Dobgima John Fonmboh, Eustace Bonghan Berinyuy, Njinkio Borgia Nono, Tabi Yves Omgba, Ngameni Bathelemy & Fokunang Charles·Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research·2021
Introduction: Liver or hepatic disease refers to different conditions that affect the liver. Chronic alcohol consumption is one of the most frequent causes of liver disease and accounts for about 55% of liver cirrhosis deaths recorded in Cameroon in 2020. Standard accessible trea...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430303
This study was carried out to compare the in-vitro antioxidant potentials, antidiabetic and phytochemical constituents of methanolic leaf extracts of Anthocleista djalonensis, Chrysophyllum albidium, Bauhinia thonningii, Daniellia oliveri, and Cola nitida. The results of this stu...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430302
The impact of rotational work system on the mood and energy level among Oil and Gas workers was evaluated. The design was set in Port Harcourt metropolis Nigeria and questionnaire, cohort session and interviews were the instruments deployed. Questionnaires were administered to ra...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430301
Dobgima John Fonmboh, Tembe Estella Fokunang, Ngwasiri Pride Ndasi, Thierry N. Noumo, Njinkio Nono Borgia, Lovet Bengyella Fokunang, Edrice Ajabi Eselle Samelle, Bengyella Louis Tita, Kaba Nubia Kristen, Ejoh Richard Aba, A. Tita Margarete & Fokunang Charles Ntugwen·Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research·2021
The causative etiology of the viral pneumonia outbreak in the Wuhan province of China of December 2019 initially identified as “novel-Coronavirus-2019” and today called “Corona Virus Disease-2019 has been identified as “severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2)...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2021/v16i430300