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Protective Effects of Bi-Herbal Formulation of Aqueous Extracts of Vernonia amygdalina and Gongronema latifolium against Gentamicin Induced Nephrotoxicity and Liver Injury in Rats

Nwadike Constance, Dike-Ndudim Joy, Oly-Alawuba Nkeiruka, Ezekwe Ahamefula, Akanazu Chidimma & Aloy-Amadi Oluchi · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

The study was carried out to investigate the protective effects of bi-herbal formulation of aqueous extracts of Vernonia amygdalina and Gongronema latifolium against gentamicin induced nephrotoxicity and liver injury in rats. Forty (n=40) male Wistar albino rats were procured and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i430144

A Review: Honey and Its Nutritional Composition

Sabia Hasam, Deana Qarizada & Muzhda Azizi · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Honey is one of the historical natural products produced by honey bees. Humans used it as medicine and protection against some infectious diseases, a honey quale is dependent in its classification of the honey bee. The most famous accomplished honey bees in the world are Africani...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i330142

Antioxidant Potential and the Effects of the Aqueous Extract of Spondias cytherea Fruit Pulp on B16-F10 Melanoma Cell Cycle

Feudjio Ndemanou Yolande, Mouokeu Raymond Simplice, Kamtchueng Monique Odette, Teboukeu Gires, Kodjio Norbert, Ndonkou Jinette & Tume B. Christopher · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Consumption of diets rich in fruits and vegetables bring substantial health benefits. Spondias cytherea is a plant belonging to the family of Anacardiaceae, the fruits are highly consumed in Cameroon and commonly known as “kassimango”. In this work, the antioxidant and cytotoxic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i430143

Histopathological Evaluation of the Methanol Extract of Napoleonae imperialis Leaves against Methotrexate-Induced Renal Damage in Albino Rats

O. J. Mba, C. E. Odo, P. C. Chikezie & U. I. Edward · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Aim: This study was aimed at investigating the effect of methanol extract of Napoleonae imperialis leaves against methotrexate renal histology in albino rats. Methodology: Thirty (30) male albino rats of mean weight 130 g were used for this study. The animals for the study were g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i330141

Phytochemical Screening and Antioxidant Potentials of Methanol Extract of Duranta erecta Leaves

Christopher Chidiebere Ugwu & Chioma Assumpta Anosike · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Plant extracts that have antioxidant activities show promising effect in the management of many diseases initiated by oxidative stress. The present study evaluates the phytochemical composition and in vitro antioxidant potentials of methanol extract of Duranta erecta leaves. The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i330140

Nutritional and Phytochemical Content of Cissus populnea (Okoho) Stem Bark

Cosmas Ezekaibeya Achikanu & Onuabuchi Nnenna Ani · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

In this study, the nutritional and chemical contents of the stem bark of Cissus populnea were determined. The analyses were carried out using standard methods. The proximate analyses showed that the sample contains crude protein (1.49±0.02%), crude fibre (22.13±0.62%), crude fat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i330139

Effect of Aqueous Extract of Khaya grandifoliola C. DC. Stem Bark on some Disaccharidases Activity in Iron-Deficient Weanling Rats

Emmauel Gboyega Ajiboye & Temidayo Adenike Oladiji · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

This study was aimed at investigating the effect of the aqueous extracts of Khaya grandifoliola stem bark on some disaccharidases (lactase and sucrase) in diet-induced anemia in weanling rats. Weanling rats of 21 days old were maintained on iron-deficient diets for four weeks to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i330138

Role of Oats in Ameliorating Hepatic and Renal Toxicity Induced by Acute Lead Nanoparticles in Male Rats

Sarah Alashmouni, Afaf El- Atrash, Manar Kandeel & Ehab Tousson · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Aims: Lead is well known environmental pollutant, which can cause toxic effects in multiple organ systems. Lead originates from various industrial and/or household sources, and enters the body through food and fluid intakes, as well as by inhalation. No sufficient information pre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i230137

Nutritional Composition of ‘Aju Mbaise’ Herbal Cocktail

T. A. Nnadiukwu, C. C. Monago- Ighorodje & L. C. Chuku · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

This study was carried out to evaluate the nutritional content of ‘Aju Mbaise’ herbal mixture. The experiment involves the collection of fresh plant samples that make up ‘Aju Mbaise’ cocktail. The study was done in the Research Laboratory of the Department of Biochemistry, Facult...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i230136

Evaluation of Associated Changes on Haematological Profile of Wistar Rats Fed Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Rhizome Powder

A. V. Iwueke, E. C. Chukwu, J. N. Ejekwummadu & J. A. Nwodu · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Turmeric spice has a diverse array of biological activities. The present study evaluated body weight and haematological impact of Curcuma longa (Turmeric) in male albino rats using  standard analytical methods. Twenty four healthy male albino rats were used for the study.  Result...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i230135

Synthesis, Characterization and Biological Activity of a Bidentate NS Schiff Base Containing S-Benzyl Dithiocarbazate and Its Zr(IV), Sn(II) Complexes

Md. Kudrat-E- Zahan, Md. Faruk Hossen, Rausan Zamir & Md. Ali Asraf · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Zr (IV) and Sn (II) complexes were prepared with bidentate ligand, benzyl 2-(3-phenylallylidene) hydrazinecarbodithioate, derived from the condensation of S-benzyldithiocarbazate (SBDTC) with cinnamaldehyde and characterized by microanalysis, molar conductance and magnetic measur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i230134

Mitigation of Arsenic-induced Increases in Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines and Haematological Derangements by Ethanol Leaf Extract of Irvingia gabonensis

Efosa Godwin Ewere, Ngozi Paulinus Okolie, Oboso Edem Etim & Samson Adewale Oyebadejo · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Aim: To investigate the effect of ethanol leaf extract of Irvingia gabonensis (ELEIG) on sodium arsenite (SA)-induced hepatic pro-inflammatory cytokines and haematological derangements in Wistar rats. Study Design: Fifty five Wistar rats weighing between 100 g and 161 g were rand...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i130132

In vivo Antioxidant Effects of Coconut (Cocos nucifera) Water Extract in Wistar Albino Rats

O. J. Mba, U. I. Edward, O. A. Aja, I. E. Atiaetuk & M. K. Ndukwe · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Aim: The present study was designed to investigate the invivo antioxidant effects of coconut (Cocos nucifera) water extract in wistar albino rats. Methodology: Thirty (30) male wistar albino rats of mean weight 128 g were used for the study. The animals for the study were grouped...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i130131

Essential Oil Compositions of Aframomum danielli Seed (Ataiko)

Peters Dikioye Emmanuel, Blessing Minaopunye Onyegeme- Okerenta & Kojo, Sarah · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2020

Background: Differentiation in oil quality and the volatile component of essential oils (EOs) is associated with climatic conditions, the geographical location of collection sites and other ecological and genetic factors defining its chemotypes. Objective: Hence this study was ai...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2020/v7i130130