Oludele Olayemi Odekanyin, Oluwatayo Emmanuel Abioye, Adeniyi Oluwadare Fajobi, Gbenga Emmanuel Ogundepo, Taofeeqat Titilope Shittu & Ibrahim Olashile Mustapha·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2024
Objectives: The study was designed to screen for the phytochemical constituents, and investigate the antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory activities of Leucaena leucocephala fruit pods methanolic extract (LLFPME). Materials and Methods: Matured and dried fruit pods w...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i3283
Medicinal plants contain bioactive compounds which are used for the treatment of various human diseases. One of these plants is the Tubli (Derris elliptica Benth) which comes from the genus of the family Papilionaceae locally known in Southeast Asian Countries as "Derris" or Tuba...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i3282
Aim: The ability of ethylacetate extract of Persea americana Mill (avocado) seed to ameliorate the hepatotoxic effect of acetaminophen in rats was assessed. Methodology: Thirty experimental rats were placed in 6 groups of 5 animals per group. Two animal groups received distilled...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i2281
There is always paranoid by individuals suffering diabetes mellitus of any type whether to eat fruits or not, to avoid having above normal glycemic index. Glycemic index of four most and regularly consumed fruits in Nigeria were evaluated in twenty alloxan-induced diabetes mellit...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i2279
The study aimed at assessing the evolution of body mass index of (BMI) and treatment outcome of Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) adult-patients who were on antiretroviral therapy (ART) over a period of one year in a community district hospital with high prevalence of HIV attend...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i2280
W. K. T. Nuwanthika, D. I. K. Welivitigoda, S. P. N. N. Senadeera, D. U. Kottahachchi, C. B. Ranaweera & N. Wijesinghe·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2024
Introduction: The term “cardiovascular diseases” (CVDs) refers to any disease affecting the heart or blood vessels. CVDs are the most common cause of death worldwide and the most responsible reason for 10% of deaths in the early 20th century. These CVDs can emerge as myocardial i...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i2278
In-package microwave-treated danedar khoa (a heat-desiccated milk product) was investigated to determine color changes during its storage at different temperatures. An optimized sample of danedar khoa packaged in a nylon pack was stored at 10, 35 and45°Ctemperatures.The changes...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i2277
Hyperbilirubinemia is a medical disorder characterized by elevated blood levels of bilirubin, which can cause jaundice, or a yellowing of the skin, sclera, and nails. A condition known as hyperbilirubinemia frequently affects babies. Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia patients are manag...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i1276
Aims: The goal of the investigation is to verify the anti-diarrhoeal properties of bambara groundnut seed condiment. Study Design: The study involved thirty male Wistar rats divided into five groups. Rats in groups 2, 3, and 4 received different dosages of the methanol extract o...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i1275
The objective of this investigations was to evaluate in Vitro anti-arthritic, anti-inflammatory, thrombolytic, membrane stabilizing, antifungal and cytotoxic activities from the methanolic leaf extract of Polyscias scutellaria. Primary evaluation of methanolic extract of Polyscia...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i1274
Timloh Fakdul, Shangshikmwa K. Gaknung, Mercy O. Simon, Nelson J. Nwankwo, Joel Paul, Hafsat S. Jagab, Daniel G. ThankGod, Dinci T. Davou, Mary M. Mankilik, Richard J. Kutshik, Bitrus Yakubu & Ishaya Y. Longdet·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2024
Background: Malaria remains a significant health threat globally, with Plasmodium falciparum being the predominant and lethal parasite in Africa. Nigeria is still faced with ongoing cases of asymptomatic malaria, hindering effective control measures. Aim: The aim was to generate...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i1273
Aim: Evaluate the acute toxicity effect of bonny light crude oil on histopathological and biochemical disrupting effects on cardiac and hepatocellular tissues. Oil spills, gas flaring, natural seeps, industrial discharge, and the destruction of ecosystems have led to ecological d...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i1272
Introduction: The term phytochemicals are plant-produced chemicals that are generated by primary or secondary metabolism. These are chemicals of plant origin. They have biological activity. The plant Cestrum nocturnum has great medicinal value. The phytochemicals such as proteins...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i4271
Rice (Oryza sativa L.) seedlings differing in boron tolerance were grown in hydroponics containing varying boron concentration. (as boric acid) for 8 days. Yoshida Nutrient Solution (Yoshida et al.1976) served as control, whereas 0.5 mM boron (moderately toxic) and 1.5 mM boron (...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i4269
AIM: The purpose of this study was to explore the possible mechanisms through which Trachyspermum ammi may be beneficial in managing diabetes by in vitro methods and to predict the potential bioactive constituent/s responsible for its anti-diabetic activity through in silico dock...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i4268