Aims: This study aimed to investigate the ameliorative efficacy of combined betel and tea tree essential oil-incorporated cream on DNCB-induced atopic dermatitis-like symptoms in BALB/c mice. Methodology: cream formulation containing blended betel essential oil (1%) and tea tree...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i3259
Aims: The purpose of this study was to examine the CO2 absorbent (NaOH) affected Spirulina sp. medium culture to verify growth rate, CO2 fixation ability and biomass production from S. platensis using the Zarrouk medium. Methodology: Cyanobacterium Spirulina sp. was cultured with...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i3257
Prosopis africana is a perennial leguminous plant in the genus Prosopis. The seeds are used as food condiment. This study was aimed at evaluating the phytochemical, proximate, vitamin and anti-nutrient compositions of aqueous extract of fermented seeds of Prosopis africana. The a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i3256
Aims: This study was aimed to estimate serum minerals level (calcium, zinc, phosphorus), total protein and liver enzymes (ALT and AST) in patients taking HAART at Federal Medical Centre Keffi, Nasarawa state. Nigeria. Study design: This study engaged a cross-sectional study desig...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i3255
Ogunrinola O. Olabisi, Ogunrinola A. Oluwaseyi, Nwaemeke D. Iweunor, Lawal N. Adetutu, Salako O. Taiwo & Dosunmu A. Oluwatosin·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2023
Exposure to drug toxicity results in stress and dysfunction of metabolizing enzymes that cause illnesses and diseases. Consumption of medicinal plant rhizomes is a regime for managing the complications. On the activities of some oxidative stress marker enzymes (catalase, glutathi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i2254
Andrographis paniculata, commonly known as Nelabevu, Bhunimba, Chirayetah, Kalmegh, or Creat, is a plant with extensive traditional use in Asian medicines. Its historical application, particularly in conditions related to blood irregularities, has driven contemporary scientific i...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i2253
Anyim Godwin, Oluwatoyin Oluwapelumi Agbetoye, Opeyemi Mutiu Adegoke, Adetoun Elizabeth Morakinyo, Bunmi Regina Elusiyan & Bolajoko Ayinke Akinpelu·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2023
Aims: This study investigated the effects of long term consumption of A. vogeliana leaf on the liver health, kidney function, and lipid profile of female Wistar rats. This was with a view to assessing the safety and potential health effects of the plant extract. Study Design: Th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i2252
This study compared the phytochemical constituents of the leaf with the Bark extracts of T. orientalis, using the same extraction solvents. The leaf and Bark of T. orientalis were harvested at Federal University of Technology, Akure forest, dried and pulverized into powder. Extra...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i2251
The effects of ethanol leaf extracts of Mangifera indica and Gongronema latifolium on some haematological parameters (Haematocrit, HCT; Mean corpuscular Haemoglobin concentration, MCHC; Neutrophils, NEUT; Red cell Distribution width, RDW; and mixed blood cell count, MXD) in albin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i2250
Introduction: Remains today a metabolic disease that is gaining ground. It is linked to some health complications that lead to disastrous consequences in terms of loss of human life. It is necessary to take measures to stem this pathology. So, a plant species has been tested for...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i1249
The escalating concern over antibiotic resistance and its profound impact on public health have underscored the urgent need to explore alternative reservoirs of antimicrobial agents. In this regard, Actinomycetes have emerged as a compelling area of investigation due to their rem...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i1248
The rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria has become a global health concern, necessitating the search for novel sources of antibiotics. Actinomycetes, a group of microorganisms, have been known for their ability to produce bioactive compounds with antimicrobial properties. This...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i1247
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by persistent high blood glucose level. Flaxseed is one of the functional foods used in the management of diabetes mellitus. The study aimed to evaluate the effects of different fractions of Flaxseed on albino diabetic rats, and dia...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i1246
Mining activities are usually associated with environmental pollution and the infiltration of toxic heavy metals into waterways which could be absorbed by plants or used by inhabitants. The aim of this research was to determine the effect of mining activities on some biochemical...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i1245
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by persistent high glucose level. Linum usitatissimum (flaxseed) which is rich in fibre and essential fatty acid is one of the functional foods used in management of diabetes mellitus. The aim of this study is to evaluate the antidi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2023/v12i4244