Introduction: The Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca is a religious event that attracts millions of Muslims every year. The physical demands of this journey can pose health risks, particularly for older pilgrims. To satisfy administrative requirements, pilgrims undergo medical evaluations...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51045
Withania somnifera, commonly known as Ashwagandha, is a globally utilized herbal remedy for the treatment of various neuropsychiatric disorders. Its reputation as an adaptogen has led to a surge in global usage. The growing popularity of this plant has prompted its increased scie...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51044
The frequency of haemodialysis sessions is an important determinant of the nutritional status of patients with end-stage renal disease. Among anthropometric indicators, body mass index (BMI) and body composition parameters estimated by bioelectrical impedance are commonly used to...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51043
In Côte d'Ivoire, dessert bananas account for 8-10% of agricultural gross domestic product (GDP), 3-4% of national GDP and directly employ 11,000-12,000 people. It is the leading fresh fruit export, accounting for around 95% of production. This makes the country the leading Afric...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51039
Blood donation is a major public health issue in Togo, where understanding the profile of donors is essential to ensure transfusion safety. This study aimed to analyze the socio-demographic characteristics and body mass index (BMI) of blood donors. A cross-sectional study was con...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51040
Introduction: In sub-Saharan Africa, the convergence of endemic chronic viral hepatitis and a rising, diet-driven metabolic syndrome presents a "dual burden". This intersection may accelerate liver disease progression, yet its impact on body composition is poorly understood, par...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51041
Aims: This study aims to evaluate the nutritional and antioxidant potential of the waste products of three varieties of the Allium genus (purple onion, yellow onion and garlic) consumed in Côte d'Ivoire. Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at the Biocatalysis an...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51042
Pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum) is hypothesized to have originated in Central Africa. It predominantly thrives in tropical semi-arid regions of Africa and Asia and typically attains a height ranging from 0.5 to 4.0 meters. The grains of pearl millet are nutritionally rich, cont...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51038
Diabetes mellitus (DM) presents a rapidly escalating global health challenge, with substantial increases in prevalence, associated morbidity, and healthcare expenditures documented by authoritative organisations. Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is associated with chronic low-grad...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51037
Blackgram (Vigna mungo (L.), is the most important legume crop, rich in high-quality protein, energy, fibre and micronutrients especially iron, zinc. High genetic diversity is known to exist among blackgram genotypes for micronutrient densities. Considering these facts and the st...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51036