Background: The incidence of diabetes has been on the increase due to increase in sedentary lifestyle together with increase in life expectancy. “Osu une” is a native meal in Anambra State, Nigeria used in the management of diabetics. There is no scientific based study/data to as...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i2312
Aims: Neurodegenerative disorder is characterized by progressive loss of structure and function of neurons. Exposure to aluminum causes neurodegenerative disorders like dementia, and Alzheimer's disease (AD). The present study was designed to examine the ameliorative effect of gr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i2310
Background: Over the last few decades, metallic nanoparticles, especially silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), have gained the focus of researchers globally due to their unique properties and a broad range of applications. Aim: This research study focused on the green synthesis of AgNPs...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i2311
The antibiotic susceptibility profile of Escherichia coli isolated from yoghurt samples within the Port Harcourt metropolis was investigated. Yoghurt samples (sachets and bottled yoghurts) were randomly bought from vendors within Port Harcourt and were transferred in an ice-pack...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i2308
Kehinde Oluwatomilola Olatunji, Oluwaseyi Abiola Ogunrinola, Olufunmilayo Olabisi Ogunrinola, Olamilekan Jimoh Igbalaye, Adesewa Esther Adeniyi, Aminat Abike Ahmad, Benjamin Segun Aribisala & Babajide Olufemi Elemo·Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology·2023
Aims: Several parts of medicinal plants have been known to have many health benefits. One of those plants is the Crinum glaucum (CG) bulb. Therefore, this research was undertaken to investigate the therapeutic role of an aqueous extract of CG bulb (aeCGb) against lipopolysaccha...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i2309
Pigeon pea [Canjanus cajan (L.) Millsp.] is an orphan crop that has remained greatly unimproved in quality and quantity in Africa even though it has great potential of supplying food to the growing population. Its yield is affected by various biotic and abiotic factors and a lack...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i1307
This study examined the effects of ethanolic extracts of fruits of Dennettia tripetala on kidney function of healthy male albino rats. Dennettia tripetala is commonly also referred to as pepper fruit. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antidiarrheal characteristics are only a fe...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i1306
Aim: This study examined the histological effect of ethanolic extracts of fruits of Acacia nilotica and flowers of Calotropis procera on aspirin-induced stomach ulcer in male albino rats. Acacia nilotica fruits and Calotropis procera flowers are among the plant parts which are us...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i1305
The Body Condition Score relates to livestock reproduction, such as estrus, pregnancy, the birth process, and the condition of lambs. If the lamb has a bodyweight exceeding the ideal body weight, the animal will experience reproductive disorders to metabolic diseases. However, if...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i1304
Background: Nauclea latifolia and Acalypha torta are medicinal plants found in Nigeria with scientifically validated anti-diabetic properties. Although these herbal preparations are derived from natural sources, some of them may still possess the potential to cause some adverse r...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i1303