Analysing the Nutritional Values of Moringa oleifera, under the Semi-arid Conditions of Sudan | Chapter 5 | Contemporary Research and Perspectives in Biological Science Vol. 9

Moringa oleifera (miracle plant) is rich in proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, trace elements fatty acids, fibers, and phytochemical compounds. Moringa oleifera plant is used in semiarid, tropical, and subtropical areas as a food and medicinal plant. Moringa leaves are good food sources for those suffering from malnutrition due to their high protein and fiber content. The aim of the study is to evaluate the nutritional value of Moringa oleifera. The leaf extract of Moringa was studied by evaluating total protein, amino acid, vitamins, minerals, total fat and crude fiber under the semi-arid conditions of Sudan. The study was executed at the experimental farm of the Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research Institute in Shambat, Sudan. HPLC and amino acid analyzer, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, Soxlet extractor, and Kjeldahl methods were used in this study. Minerals determination was done by using atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS). It was found that, carbohydrates 9.1 g, dietary fiber 2.1 g, fat 1.7 g, protein 8.1 g also rich in vitamins such as vitamin A 80 μg, thiamine (B1) 0.103 mg, Riboflavin (B2) 0.112 mg, Niacin (B3) 1.5 pantothenic acids (B5) 0.48 mg, vitamin B6 0.129 mg folic acid (B9) 41 μg Vitamin C 8.6 mg also rich in minerals such as Calcium 99.1 mg, Iron 1.3 mg, Magnesium 35.1 mg Mangenase 0.119 mg, Phosphorus 70.8 mg, Potassium 471 mg, Sodium 70 mg, Zinc 0.85 mg Also rich in essentials amino acids (ug/ml) Threonine 36.77, Valine 22.1, Methionine 2.13, Leucine 20.50, Isoleucine 31.8, Phenylalanine36.8, Histidine 30.88, Lycine 27.67, Argnine 21.45. Based on the results of this study it can be concluded that Moringa oleifera leaf extract had highly nutritive values.

 

Author (s) Details

 

Rasha Khalid Abbas
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Applied and Industerial Science University of Bahri, Sudan and Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Arts in Mukhwa, University of Albaha, Saudi Arabia.

 

Fatma S Elsharbasy
Department of Chemistry of Natural and Microbial Products, National Research Center, Egypt and Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Humanity studies, Sattam bin Abdul Aziz University, Saudi Arabia.

 

Abdalfatah Abdalla Fadlelmula
Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Arts in Mukhwa, University of Albaha, Saudi Arabia.

 

 

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An Overview on Natural Antioxidants Derived from Food Sources | Chapter 11 | Advanced Concepts in Pharmaceutical Research Vol. 2

 As per current reports, our human cellsbelong to aerobic environments are exposed to damage from reactive oxygen metabolites (ROMs) that are efficiently neutralized by the robust antioxidant scheme present in the human body. Antioxidants are chemical compound that exhibit the ability to adjourn or reduce oxidative damage to a particular molecule. Antioxidants are abundantly present in unrefined sources to a degree plants, food matters, etc. Several such beginnings of antioxidants include Vitamin E, Vitamin C, carotenoids, glutathione, and polyphenols (thymol, eugenol, vanillin, guaiacol, menthol, sesamol, and umbelliferon). In the review article, it was thoroughly examined for those antioxidants using for administration of various human ailments. Recently, many efforts are in preparation by scientists to identify those antioxidants that grant permission be proven as potential drug agents for the situation of various disorders. In this framework, phenolic and polyphenolic substances have happened commonly utilized for the pronounced purposes. This article established a literature survey interprets many natural antioxidants that were took advantage of for anti-aging belongings, immunity boosters, reconstructing nerve function as well as preservatives in many cases.

Author(s) Details:

Manoj Kumar Sahoo,
Department of Pharmacy, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur (C.G.) - 495009, India.

Nidhi Agrawal,
Department of Pharmacy, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur (C.G.) - 495009, India.

Meenakshi Jaiswal,
Department of Pharmacy, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur (C.G.) - 495009, India.

S. K. Lanjhiyana,
Department of Pharmacy, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur (C.G.) - 495009, India.

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Efficacy and Safety of DR SKS Hair Growth Booster Serum in Adult Male and Female with Androgenic Alopecia | Chapter 3 | Research Developments in Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 10

 Aim: This study aims to investigate the clinical efficacy and safety of DR SKS Hair Growth Booster Serum – cocktail of micronutrients and multivitamins, in male and female patients with androgenic alopecia.

Background:  Androgenic alopecia is frequently encountered in dermatological practice; however, there is a lack of approved treatment. At present, only three therapies have been approved for on-label use in androgenetic alopecia  -minoxidil, finasteride, and lower-level laser therapy. Micronutrients are primary elements in the normal hair follicle cycle, and their role in androgenic alopecia is a growing matter of research nowadays.

Methods: We did a cross-sectional, multicentre, retrospective study across 5 hair clinic chains in India (Mumbai, Hyderabad, Jabalpur, Balaghat and Nagpur). Eligible participants were patients with a confirmed diagnosis of androgenic alopecia, aged 18 years or older and any gender. Each patient received DR SKS Hair Growth Booster Serum, 1 ml in volume, once a month by mesotherapy/dermaroller/dermapen. This therapy lasted six months in total. All patients were subjected to 60-second hair counts test (Comb test), hair pulled test, global photographic assessment, trichoscopy assessment, patient self-assessment questionnaire, and safety assessment at baseline and 6-month after the treatment.

Results: There was a significant reduction in hair fall with bulb (<0.0001) and without bulb (<0.0001) 6-month after the treatment vs baseline. There was a significant improvement in number of hairs removed per pull (<0.0001), global photographic assessment score (<0.0001), hair growth rate (<0.0001), follicular hair density (<0.0001), vellus hair density (<0.0001), and terminal hair density (<0.0001) 6-month after the treatment vs baseline. Majority of patients (98%) were satisfied with six months treatment of DR SKS Hair Growth Booster Serum. No major adverse events were reported during the study.

Conclusion: DR SKS Hair Growth Booster Serum was found to be a safe and effective treatment for androgenic alopecia, with 98% patient self-assessment score.

Author(s) Details:

Stuti Khare,
Elements of Aesthetics Clinics, Mumbai, India.

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The Use of Nutrition in Preventing and Slowing Progression of COVID-19 Infection| Chapter 8 | Current Innovations in Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 3

 Eating a factory- grounded, whole- foods diet is an important way to insure the body obtains its diurnal conditions of nutrients to fight infections, including COVID- 19. This book chapter reviews up- to- date literature of recommended vitamins, minerals, andanti-inflammatory nutrients to help and decelerate progression of COVID- 19 infection. This information is important not only for the general population, but also for women and long- vehicles with extended impacts of COVID- 19 symptoms.

Author(s) Details:

Kathryn C. Stephens,
Physician in Psychiatry, Stanford University, California, USA.

Vimala Alagappan,
Harvard University, US.

Ripal Shah,
Stanford University School of Medicine, California, USA.

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Contribution to the Physicochemical and Microbiological Study of Dried Mango. Comparison of Two Drying Methods (Oven and Solar Drying)| Chapter 7 | Current Overview on Science and Technology Research Vol. 1

 One of the earliest preservation techniques still used by humans is drying. On that, we can go back to the Stone Age. In the food supply chain, dried foods from the market are crucial. Regarding drying in the food business, it may be calculated that fruits and vegetables make up roughly 1% of the total, with grains being the most significant component. The key characteristic of this method is that it reduces the water content of the food to prevent or delay microbial food degradation. At this point, some comprehension can be gained from the terminology used; often encountered words include (drying) or (dehydration). Mangoes of several varieties were dried in two ways (solar and oven). Relative humidity for sun-dried mango is 14.17% 0.01 versus 8.25% 0.01 for oven-dried mango, and the drying yield for sun-dried mango is 33% as opposed to 26%. Compared to oven-dried mango, there is a decrease in dry matter. The mango that has been sun-dried is rich in minerals, vitamin B6, and vitamin C. (Ca, Mg and Fe). But after the drying processes, we also observed that vitamins were present (A, D, and E). Regarding the microbiological requirements, we attained data that complied with the ISO 4833 standard, which regulates the microbiology of the food chain.

Author(s) Details:

Izaora Mwamba,
Department of Chemistry and Industry, University of Kinshasa, Faculty of Sciences, Biochemistry and Food Chemistry Unit. BP 190 KinXI, Kinshasa, DR Congo.

Jean-Noël Mputu,
Department of Chemistry and Industry, University of Kinshasa, Faculty of Sciences, Biochemistry and Food Chemistry Unit. BP 190 KinXI, Kinshasa, DR Congo and Department of Geology, Faculty of Engineering, University of Mons, 9 Houdain Street, 7000 Mons, Belgium.

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Determining Antioxidant Activity in Honey as a Result of Haber-Wais Reaction | Chapter 11 | New Innovations in Chemistry and Biochemistry Vol. 4

 Natural dietary antioxidants have a stronger antioxidant activity than synthetic antioxidants [1]. The most important antioxidants in bee honey are polyphenolic chemicals. Humans prefer bee honey to other bee products [2]. Proteins, gluconic acid, L-ascorbic acid, hydrogen peroxide, hydroxyl methyl furfural (HMF), Maillard reaction products, and other non-phenolic substances have antioxidant properties in addition to polyphenols. Honey's antioxidant action is mostly determined by its microbiogenic element concentration. The purpose of this research is to present the multifaceted role of microbiogenic components in humans. It's also crucial to call attention to microbiogenic metals like Cu, which can operate as both antioxidants and pro-oxidants. Cu works as an antioxidant because it is a component of various enzymes involved in the organism's antioxidant action. Cu in honey also works as a pro-oxidant when it reacts with L-ascorbic acid, which is also present in honey, in a Haber-weis reaction. Cu is potentially very harmful, in addition to being an important micronutrient, because of the capacity shift in oxidation state that leads to the commencement of the reaction in which free radicals are produced. As a result, a healthy intake of copper and other trace metals is critical in the human body. As a result, changes in the antioxidant activity of food are caused by chemical changes in the antioxidant active molecules included in the meal.

Author (S) Details

Aldina Kesic
Department of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Natural Science, University of Tuzla, 75 000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Nadira Ibrisimovic-Mehmedinovic
Department of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Natural Science, University of Tuzla, 75 000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Almir Sestan
Department of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Natural Science, University of Tuzla, 75 000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Aida Crnkic
Department of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Natural Science, University of Tuzla, 75 000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Benjamin Catovic
Department of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Natural Science, University of Tuzla, 75 000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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