Bioactive Compounds and Phytochemicals in Foos
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Five (5) essential macro, three (3) micro and two (2) trace mineral elements were determined in fresh fruits of twenty-two (22) accessions of okra using Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA). These were correlated to assess the... more
Colour and the composition of folate, ascorbic acid and anthocyanin of strawberry cv. Camarosa was monitored during refrigerated storage at 4 C each day for 6 days. Folate, anthocyanin and ascorbic acid compositions were determined using... more
The present investigation was carried out to determine the possible bioactive components of tuber of Ruellia tuberosa L. (Acanthaceae) using GC-MS analysis. Twenty five compounds were identified. The prevailing compounds in the ethanol... more
Present study aims to evaluate antibacterial efficacy of Bakuchi (Psoralea corylifolia) seed extracts prepared in two different solvents. Antibacterial assay was performed by agar well diffusion method against Gram positive skin... more
The Nigerian hog plum (Spondias mombin) seed kernel was studied for its possible antioxidative potential and its proximate and nutrient compositions measured. The fruits were submitted to washing, pulp removal and drying to facilitate... more
Different extraction methods (organic solvent and water extraction with the assistance of heat or ultrasound) were investigated for their effects on the phytochemical profile and antioxidant activity of Clitoria ternatea flowers. For... more
Fungal diseases represent an increasing threat to human health worldwide which in some cases might be associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. However, only few antifungal drugs are currently available for the treatment of... more
Clitoria ternatea or commonly known as 'But-terfly pea' has been used traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine in which various parts of the plants are used to treat health issues such as indigestion, constipation, arthritis, skin diseases,... more
The study investigated proximate and anti-nutrient composition of the stem Bark of ogirisi (newbouldia leavis) plant. Experimental laboratory design was used to analyse the palnt for the present of proximate and anti-nutrient component of... more
Betalains are plant derived natural pigments that are presently gaining popularity for use as natural colorants in the food industry. The growing interest of consumers in the aesthetic, nutritional and safety aspects of food has increased... more
Black goji berry (Lycium ruthenicum) or black wolfberry is a nutritious fruit that contains a higher anthocyanin content compared to other berries such as blackberry and blueberry. The special quality of black goji berry anthocyanins is... more
The aim of the is to examine the Quantitative and Qualitative analysis of the seeds of Cola nitida and cola accuminata were dried under room temperature. The study used analytical method of analysis to test for the presence of... more
Citrus is one of the largest and most popular fruit crops commercially grown across the globe. It is not only important in terms of economy but is also popular for its nutritional benefits to human and farm animals. Citrus is available in... more
The main aim of the present study was to find out antibacterial property of Tinospora cordifolia belonging to the family Menispermaceae. Tinospora cordifolia is an important herb of tropical India in Ayurvedic system of medicines. It has... more
The functional food development is one of the most interesting fields of the food industry. The knowledge of the effects of processing is essential in order to optimize the conditions and to obtain functional foods rich in bioactive... more
The aim of the present work was to investigate the phytochemical components of an antidiabetic polyherbal formulation. The formulation was prepared using ingredients of Azadirachta indica A. Juss, Commiphora mukul, Curcuma longa L,... more
The phytochemical composition and antimicrobial activity of the leaves of Alchornea cordifolia, Sanseviera liberica and Uvaria chamae were investigated. The ethanolic extracts of the leaves of the plants were tested... more
Betacyanins are reddish to violet pigments that can be found in red pitahaya (Hylocereus polyrhizus) and red spinach (Amaranthus dubius). This study investigated the impact of sub-fractionation (solvent partitioning) on betacyanin content... more
Objective: The purpose of the study is to optimize supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) conditions for the flavonoids from the seeds of Buchanania lanzan Spreng. followed by quantitative determination of the antioxidant ability of the... more
Plectranthus amboinicus (Lour.) Spreng. is a perennial herb belonging to the family Lamiaceae which occurs naturally throughout the tropics and warm regions of Africa, Asia and Australia. This herb has therapeutic and nutritional... more
The antibacterial activities of the methanolic leaf and bark extract of Persea americana was tested in vitro on bacterial isolates namely: Streptococcus pyogenes, Proteus mirabilis, Salmonella typhi, Klebsiella... more
Snake envenomation is one of the neglected tropical diseases which has left an intolerable death toll and severe socioeconomic losses in Kenya. In a continued effort to identify some antiophidic East African botanical species, this study... more
The aim of this study was to evaluate the phytochemical activity of ethanolic extract of aerial parts of Albizia procera Roxb. (Benth.) belonging to the family Mimosaceae. The aerial parts were collected and extract prepared from... more
- by British Biomedical Bulletin
- My research about ANTIMALARIAL ACTIVITIES OF ETHANOLIC EXTRACT TANTARAN GAYUNG (Brucea javanica Merrill) FROM DISTRICT OF SOUTH KALIMANTAN KOTABARU FOR Plasmodium falcifarum, Phytochemical Screening of Medicinal Plants, Microbiology,Water pollution, Phytochemicals and antimicrobial potentials of medicinal plants, Phytochemical charecterization
Anthocyanins are considered as the largest group of water-soluble pigments found in the vacuole of plant cells, displaying range of colors from pink, orange, red, purple and blue. They belong to flavonoids, a polyphenolic subgroup.... more
A pilot study was conducted to study the phytochemical and antiinflammatory activities of methanol extract of leaves of Basella rubra. Phytochemical studies were carried out to determine the bio active... more
Objectives: To investigate the phytoconstituents of D. scandens and evaluate its activity against potential wound pathogens to validate its uses. Materials and methods: Antibacterial and antifungal activity of the root extracts... more
Recently, researches and scientists are showing a lot of interests in bioactive compounds of plants and its products as these constituents are of high valued. Polyphenols are phytochemical constituents which are the integral components in... more
The economic evaluation for the production of fruit juice from the Africa star apple otherwise known as 'Agbalumo' in the south western part of Nigeria was evaluated using the NPV (Net Present value) and IRR (Internal Rate of Return)... more
Present study reveals the comparative bioefficacy assessment of leaf and fruit extracts of breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) using different solvents (petroleum ether, methanol and ethyl acetate) against various pathogenic organisms like... more
Thesis Title: Bioactive substances from seaweeds "Studies on biological activities of α-L-rhamnose from Grateloupia lithophila (Borgesen-C.A. Agardh, 1822)"
The MeOH extract of defatted shea (Vitellaria paradoxa; Sapotaceae) kernels was investigated for its constituents, and fifteen oleanane-type triterpene acids and glycosides, two steroid glucosides, two pentane-2,4-diol glucosides, seven... more
According to a recent report nearly 42 per cent Indian kids are malnourished and stunted. The aim of our project was to develop nutraceutical products using alfalfa as one of the components to overcome undernourishment particularly... more
- by American Journal of Advanced Drug Delivery (AJADD)
- Cellulosic Ethanol, Ethanol Fuel, My research about ANTIMALARIAL ACTIVITIES OF ETHANOLIC EXTRACT TANTARAN GAYUNG (Brucea javanica Merrill) FROM DISTRICT OF SOUTH KALIMANTAN KOTABARU FOR Plasmodium falcifarum, Phytochemical Screening of Medicinal Plants
Plant Based Natural Products (PBNPs) have contributed to the development of many drugs for diverse indications. Worldwide interest in use of plants based natural products (PBNPs) has been growing, and its beneficial effects being... more
Red pitahaya fruit is rich in purplish-red color water-soluble betacyanins. The effect of refrigerated storage at 4 °C on the betacyanin composition of red pitahaya was monitored each day, for one week, using HPLC. The betacyanin content... more
Advances in Heat Transfer Unit Operations: Baking and Freezing in Bread Making explains the latest understanding of heat transfer phenomena involved in the baking and freezing of bread and describes the most recent advanced techniques... more