Food fortification is a well-known technique used to address micronutrient deficiencies in susceptible populations. S. bicolor leaf (SBL) is usually employed as colouring additives in many food preparations but its haematopoietic potential has not been fully explored. This study...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i2964
The ability of East African highland bananas to produce juice is hypothesized to be attributed to the interactions of proteins and phenolic compounds during mechanical kneading of the banana pulps. The mechanism on how this occurs is still unclear though the involvements of their...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i2963
The disposal of temple floral waste, including marigold (Tagetes erecta L.) flowers, into water bodies contributes significantly to river pollution. This study presents a novel and eco-friendly approach for utilizing marigold floral waste as a natural dye for silk fabrics, elimin...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i2962
This study investigated ex-situ spatial distribution of iron in soil and its effects on uptake of Fe by Zea mays. A greenhouse pot experiment which simulated three treatments control (0mg/kg Fe added, homogeneous (1000mg/kg Fe added) and heterogeneous (Simulated realistic heterog...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i2961
Valentin Désiré Guiama, Jean Baptiste Hzounda, Jeweldai Vedekoi, Bertin Sone Enone, Boris Amboka Anjiituo, Gisèle Marie-Marguerite Etame-Loé, Selestin Sokeng-Dongmo & Juliette Koube·International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review·2025
Balanites aegyptiaca is a plant of arid lands producing edible fruits called desert date. This study has undertaken to evaluate nutraceutical potential of Balanites aegyptiaca fruits towards its androgenic effect. The bio-guided phytochemical screening of the mesocarp of B. aegyp...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i2960
Background: Numerous health challenges have been associated with lipid peroxidation andoxidative damage due to increased consumption of fatty diets. Aim: This study evaluated serum biochemical and haematological parameters, tissue antioxidant activities and histopathological chan...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i1957
A simple extractive-spectrophotometric method for the determination of Capsaicin in chilis and spicy sauces was developed. A rapid method to determining capsaicin content of capsicum fruits is desirable so that plant breeders, growers, seed companies, and especially pepper proces...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i1958
Ugwu Obiora Celestine, Umeakuana Chidinma Doris, Ogbonna Chidera Gloria, Uzoefuna Chima Casmir, Onyima Glory Chinemerem, Adonu Cyril Chekwube, Asogwa Felix Keneolisa, Omeh, Chijioke Romanus, Idokoja Levi Onyebuchi, Offia Ogbonna Raymond, Onah Benjamin Emenike, Pete Princess Oluchukwu & Anosike Chioma Assumpta·International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review·2025
Background: Hemorrhoids are a very common anorectal condition defined as the symptomatic enlargement and distal displacement of the normal anal cushions. Aim: The research is aimed at investigating the ameliorative potential of ethyl acetate fraction of Polyaltha logifolia leaves...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i2959
The consumption of high-fat diets has been linked to various health conditions, including dyslipidaemia. The aim of the present study was to compare the impact of three pepper types on the plasma and fecal lipid profile [total cholesterol (TC), triglyceride (TG), high density lip...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i1956
Winner Amaka Egejuru, Abel Ujaigbe Egbemhenghe, Bamidele Samson Omotara, Christiana Oluwaseun Aderemi, Ibidun Blessing Isaac, Emmanuel Parkay Oladokun, Pruthvirajsinh Rajendrasinh Solanki, Ihunanya Meejay Kanu, Christopher Ddamulira, Ibrahim Tope Abdulrasaq, Yemisi Elizabeth Asibor, Onyinyechi Vera Ofoegbu, Sheriff Olabisi Ogunyemi, Cyril Obaro Agadagba, Muhammad Qasim Ali & Olajide Enoch Aderemi·International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review·2025
Aims: To identify potential small-molecule inhibitors of T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain-3 (TIM-3) through computational approaches and evaluate their interactions, stability, and structural dynamics. Study Design: A computational drug discovery study utilizing virtual scr...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i1955