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View article: <i>Cucumeropsis mannii</i> seed oil (<scp>CMSO</scp>) restores testicular mitochondrial dysfunctions by modulating the activities of dysregulated testicular mitochondrial enzymes in male albino rats exposed to bisphenol A
<i>Cucumeropsis mannii</i> seed oil (<span>CMSO</span>) restores testicular mitochondrial dysfunctions by modulating the activities of dysregulated testicular mitochondrial enzymes in male albino rats exposed to bisphenol A Open
Bisphenol A, a traditional endocrine disruptor, has been implicated in male infertility. This study investigated the effect of Cucumeropsis mannii seed oil (CMSO) on bisphenol A (BPA)‐induced biochemical toxicity in the testicular mitochon…
View article: A narrative review on nutraceutical, food and industrial applications of flaxseed ( <i>Linum usitatissimum.</i> L)
A narrative review on nutraceutical, food and industrial applications of flaxseed ( <i>Linum usitatissimum.</i> L) Open
Flaxseed is a nutritional powerhouse, packed with essential nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, notably alpha-linolenic acid, Secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (SDG), lignans, protein, soluble fiber, and an array of phenolic compounds. T…
View article: Ameliorative Potential of Pumpkin Seed Oil (<i>Cucurbita pepo</i> L.) Against Tramadol-Induced Oxidative Stress
Ameliorative Potential of Pumpkin Seed Oil (<i>Cucurbita pepo</i> L.) Against Tramadol-Induced Oxidative Stress Open
Background of the Study The increase in the therapeutic use of tramadol in the management of moderate to severe pains in some disease conditions and its unregulated access has led to its associated toxicity and there is little or no inform…
View article: Pharmacological, nutraceutical, and nutritional properties of flaxseed (<i>Linum usitatissimum</i>): An insight into its functionality and disease mitigation
Pharmacological, nutraceutical, and nutritional properties of flaxseed (<i>Linum usitatissimum</i>): An insight into its functionality and disease mitigation Open
Flaxseed ( Linum usitatissimum L.) is derived from the flax plant, an annual herb. The primary relevance of flaxseed is in the human nutrition sector, where it is emerging as a significant functional food component due to its high level of…
View article: Fatty acids profile, antioxidant activity, lipid oxidation, induction period, and sensory properties of burgers produced from blends of fish and mango kernel oils
Fatty acids profile, antioxidant activity, lipid oxidation, induction period, and sensory properties of burgers produced from blends of fish and mango kernel oils Open
In this study, five different types of fish burgers were produced using 80% ground fish meat, 10% lipid, 6% spices mixture and 4% water. Burgers (5 mm thickness and 90 g weight) were produced using 100% fish oil (control), 75% fish oil and…
View article: Restorative effects of ethanolic leaf extract of <i>Datura stramonium</i> against methotrexate-induced hematological impairments
Restorative effects of ethanolic leaf extract of <i>Datura stramonium</i> against methotrexate-induced hematological impairments Open
One of the prominent complications observed in those undergoing treatment with methotrexate (MTX) is hematological profile alterations which could culminate in severe anemia. In this study, we assessed the hematological profile indices in …
View article: Digestibility, intake, and growth performance of egg protein replaced with vegetable protein in weaning food
Digestibility, intake, and growth performance of egg protein replaced with vegetable protein in weaning food Open
Egg protein (EP) may help to decrease the risk of protein energy malnutrition (PEM) in infants. A 28 d research trial was conducted to examine the effect of different levels of EP on water intake, feed intake, nutrient digestibility, effic…
View article: Quality attributes of dehydrated pear ( <i>Pyrus communis</i> L.) as affected by conventional and novel blanching techniques
Quality attributes of dehydrated pear ( <i>Pyrus communis</i> L.) as affected by conventional and novel blanching techniques Open
A study was conducted to assess the impact of different blanching methods and blanching time on the quality of dried pear slices. Pears are only available seasonally, making the production of high-quality dried slices a valuable commodity.…
View article: Hesperidin plays beneficial roles in disorders associated with the central nervous system: a review
Hesperidin plays beneficial roles in disorders associated with the central nervous system: a review Open
Significant levels of flavonoids with antioxidant properties can be found in citrus species. Flavonoids are a class of plant chemical known for a wide range of pharmacological activities. Notable among these flavonoids is Hesperidin. It ha…
View article: Gut microbiota and chronic diseases: Role of probiotics
Gut microbiota and chronic diseases: Role of probiotics Open
Probiotics are live organisms that generally give consumers health advantages by improving or restoring the gut flora. Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are the two most commonly known probiotics. They have vital role in the prevention and…
View article: Functional, industrial and therapeutic applications of dairy waste materials
Functional, industrial and therapeutic applications of dairy waste materials Open
Dairy waste management to reduce environmental pollution through its utilization in various food and non-food products is a major concern of the dairy industry. Whey and buttermilk are regarded as the major waste materials of the dairy ind…
View article: Plants, phytochemicals, and natural practices in complementary and alternative system of medicine for treatment of central nervous system disorders
Plants, phytochemicals, and natural practices in complementary and alternative system of medicine for treatment of central nervous system disorders Open
Complementary and alternative system of medicine has been at the center of drug discovery for different CNS disorders. Medicinal plants have been in use in healthcare settings and have interestingly fostered the leads for drug development …
View article: Physicochemical characteristics, antioxidant potential, and shelf stability of developed roselle–fig fruit bar
Physicochemical characteristics, antioxidant potential, and shelf stability of developed roselle–fig fruit bar Open
Fruit bars are prepared by combining different ingredients which are wholesome and nutrient rich. The current study was designed to develop roselle–fig (different proportions) fruit bars and further investigate their physicochemical charac…
View article: Cookies enriched with anethole and secoisolariciresinol diglucoside from flaxseed and fennel seeds improve hypercholesterolemia, lipid profile, and liver functions: A pilot study
Cookies enriched with anethole and secoisolariciresinol diglucoside from flaxseed and fennel seeds improve hypercholesterolemia, lipid profile, and liver functions: A pilot study Open
Over millennia, flaxseeds and fennel seeds have captured greater attention owing to the broad spectrum of bioactive compounds and their respective therapeutic potential. They are well‐known therapeutic plants, frequently used in home treat…
View article: Phytochemicals and bioactive compounds effective against acute myeloid leukemia: A systematic review
Phytochemicals and bioactive compounds effective against acute myeloid leukemia: A systematic review Open
This systematic review identified various bioactive compounds which have the potential to serve as novel drugs or leads against acute myeloid leukemia. Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a heterogeneous hematopoietic malignancy that arises fr…
View article: Bioactive, antioxidant, industrial, and nutraceutical applications of banana peel
Bioactive, antioxidant, industrial, and nutraceutical applications of banana peel Open
People usually waste or discard the numerous benefits of banana peel due to a lack of awareness. Banana peel is a rich source of many bioactive compounds like carotenoids, biogenic amines, polyphenols, phytosterols, and antioxidants. It al…
View article: Egg shelf life can be extended using varied proportions of polyvinyl alcohol/chitosan composite coatings
Egg shelf life can be extended using varied proportions of polyvinyl alcohol/chitosan composite coatings Open
Using biopolymers in the form of edible coating as egg eco‐friendly packaging is a progressive approach. The blending of biopolymers is one of the procedures for overcoming mechanical weakness and benefiting from their maximum synergistic …
View article: Wnt/β‐catenin signaling pathway inhibitors, glycyrrhizic acid, solanine, polyphyllin I, crocin, hypericin, tubeimoside‐1, diosmin, and rutin in medicinal plants have better binding affinities and anticancer properties: Molecular docking and <scp>ADMET</scp> study
Wnt/β‐catenin signaling pathway inhibitors, glycyrrhizic acid, solanine, polyphyllin I, crocin, hypericin, tubeimoside‐1, diosmin, and rutin in medicinal plants have better binding affinities and anticancer properties: Molecular docking and <span>ADMET</span> study Open
Wnt/β‐catenin signaling pathway plays a role in cancer development, organogenesis, and embryogenesis. The abnormal activation promotes cancer stem cell renewal, proliferation, and differentiation. In the present study, molecular docking si…
View article: Anticancer, antioxidant, ameliorative and therapeutic properties of kaempferol
Anticancer, antioxidant, ameliorative and therapeutic properties of kaempferol Open
Kaempferol, found in various plants and foods, has gained attention as a useful flavonoid owing to its potential biological properties, including anticancer characteristics. Recent research studies suggest that kaempferol is effective in t…
View article: Functional profile and encapsulating properties of Colocasia esculenta (Taro)
Functional profile and encapsulating properties of Colocasia esculenta (Taro) Open
Especially in tropical and subtropical countries, tuber and root crops have developed into important food crops. Due to its use in food preparation, aesthetics, and medicine, taro ( Colocasia esculenta ) is ranked as the fifth most importa…
View article: Pharmacological, nutraceutical, functional and therapeutic properties of fennel ( <i>foeniculum vulgare</i> )
Pharmacological, nutraceutical, functional and therapeutic properties of fennel ( <i>foeniculum vulgare</i> ) Open
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a cuisine spice of the Apiaceae genus extensively cultivated in tropical and temperate regions. Due to its commercial significance and considerable pharmaceutical industry uses, fennel is regarded as one of t…
View article: High‐pressure acidified steaming with varied citric acid dosing can successfully detoxify mycotoxins
High‐pressure acidified steaming with varied citric acid dosing can successfully detoxify mycotoxins Open
Mycotoxins are toxic fungal metabolites that exert various toxicities, including leading to death in lethal doses. This study developed a novel high‐pressure acidified steaming (HPAS) for detoxification of mycotoxins in foods and feed. The…
View article: A Study of Various Medicinal Plants used in Ulcer Treatment: A Review
A Study of Various Medicinal Plants used in Ulcer Treatment: A Review Open
Many people suffer from ulcer, a disorder of the digestive tract. Simply put, it's an inflamed break in the skin or the mucus membrane lining the digestive tract. Whenever there is a change in the equilibrium, such as increased aggression …
View article: Nutraceutical, functional, and therapeutic properties of <i>Garcinia cambogia</i> : a review
Nutraceutical, functional, and therapeutic properties of <i>Garcinia cambogia</i> : a review Open
Garcinia gummigutta, also known as Garcinia cambogia, has been shown to have excellent properties beneficial against many health conditions. The use of Garcinia cambogia in traditional medicine has involved treating gastrointestinal ailmen…
View article: HACCP, quality, and food safety management in food and agricultural systems
HACCP, quality, and food safety management in food and agricultural systems Open
The burden of foodborne diseases and their associated illness/death is a global concern. Hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) and food safety/quality management are employed to combat this problem. With the existing and emer…
View article: Secoisolariciresinol diglucoside and anethole ameliorate lipid abnormalities, oxidative injury, hypercholesterolemia, heart, and liver conditions
Secoisolariciresinol diglucoside and anethole ameliorate lipid abnormalities, oxidative injury, hypercholesterolemia, heart, and liver conditions Open
Fennel seeds and flaxseed have been traditionally used against many medical ailments due to their medicinal characteristics. The aim of the study was to investigate the health properties of secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (SDG) and anetho…
View article: <i>Cucumeropsis mannii</i> seed oil ameliorates Bisphenol‐A‐induced adipokines dysfunctions and dyslipidemia
<i>Cucumeropsis mannii</i> seed oil ameliorates Bisphenol‐A‐induced adipokines dysfunctions and dyslipidemia Open
This study demonstrated the therapeutic potentials of Cucumeropsis mannii seed oil (CMSO) capable of alleviating BPA‐induced dyslipidemia and adipokine dysfunction. In this study, we evaluated the effects of CMSO on adipokine dysfunctions …
View article: <i>Cucumeropsis mannii</i> seed oil protects against <scp>Bisphenol A</scp>‐induced testicular mitochondrial damages
<i>Cucumeropsis mannii</i> seed oil protects against <span>Bisphenol A</span>‐induced testicular mitochondrial damages Open
There has been increasing search for the ameliorative properties of seed oils against toxicants. bisphenol A acts as an estrogenic endocrine‐disrupting chemical capable of causing male infertility. This study aimed to explore Cucumeropsis …
View article: New Psychoactive Substances: Major Groups, Laboratory Testing Challenges, Public Health Concerns, and Community-Based Solutions
New Psychoactive Substances: Major Groups, Laboratory Testing Challenges, Public Health Concerns, and Community-Based Solutions Open
Across communities worldwide, various new psychoactive substances (NPSs) continue to emerge, which worsens the challenges to global mental health, drug rules, and public health risks, as well as combats their usage. Specifically, the vast …
View article: Effect of lactoferrin supplementation on composition, fatty acids composition, lipolysis and sensory characteristics of cheddar cheese
Effect of lactoferrin supplementation on composition, fatty acids composition, lipolysis and sensory characteristics of cheddar cheese Open
Lactoferrin is the part of whey proteins, which does not become the part of curd and is lost in the whey. The objective of the current investigation was to develop lactoferrin-supplemented cheddar cheese. Cheddar cheese was supplemented wi…