Aim: This study sought to investigate the effect of Bambara nut consumption on blood glucose level and lipid profile of Wistar rats. Methodology: The Songkhla 1 variety (red seed coat) of Bambara nuts were locally sourced from Obinze area of Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. The seeds...
Background: The use of household insecticides for the eradication of insects especially mosquitoes in Nigeria is increasing. These insecticides are used without consideration of their adverse effect on human health. Aim: This study was aimed at accessing the effect of common hous...
Augustine I. Airaodion, Kenneth O. Ngwogu, Ada C. Ngwogu, Anthony U. Megwas, John A. Ekenjoku & Olaide O. Awosanya·Asian Journal of Immunology·2020
Background: The use of household insecticides for the eradication of insects especially mosquitoes in Nigeria is increasing. These insecticides are used without consideration of their adverse effect on human health. Aim: This study is therefore sought to investigate the effect of...
Background: The search for newer sources of antibiotics is a global challenge pre-occupying research institutions, pharmaceutical companies and academia, since many infectious agents are becoming resistant to synthetic drugs. Aim: This present study sought to investigate the anti...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v3i330088
Background: Nowadays, monosodium glutamate (MSG) is frequently used as a flavour enhancer, the fact of which makes it one of the most applied food additives in modern nutrition all over the world. But accurate information on the daily intake of specific food additives by individu...
Background: The use of potash as food additive without a recourse to its adverse effect is on the increase in Nigeria. Aim: This study is designed to assess its effect on hepatic indices of Wistar rats. Methodology: Potash was locally sourced in a market in Owerri, Imo State, Nig...
Aim: This study sought to evaluate the hepatoprotective potential of alkaloid extracts from V. doniana and F. thonningii leaves on alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Materials and Methods: Fresh leaves of V. doniana and F. thonningii were obtained from a local market Nkwagu in Abakal...
Background: Emergence of methicillin drug resistance is evident and has become a global challenge. Seeking for alternative antibiotics that are new, natural, plant based, cost effective and less toxic is the recent task for global health. Aim: This study is aimed at assessing the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2020/v3i330128
Background: Potash consumption is very common in Nigeria especially in the rural communities. It is often used as food additives in different doses without any regard for its toxicity. Aim: This study sought to evaluate the effect of potash on the sperm quality and reproductive h...
Background: Velvet tamarind has become notable for its nutritional composition. Its conjointly been legendary to contain phytochemicals and pharmaceutical agents. Aim: This study was designed to examine the bactericide activity of velvet tamarind fruit. Methodology: Nutrient agar...
Background: Fruits are known as excellent source of mineral and vitamins and may be used to increase rural population food quality. Consuming fruits and vegetables may usually aid in the prevention of chronic and degenerative diseases. Aim: This study was designed to evaluate the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2021/v9i230211