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Salivary Level of Thiocyanate in Smokers and Non-smokers: A Case Study Taken at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto Nigeria
Abstract: Thiocyanate levels were determined by spectrophotometric method, for saliva samples collected from 73 healthy adult volunteers. Individuals were grouped into groups A, B and C based on smoking habits, food intake and non-smoking habits respectively. A significantly higher concentrations of thiocyanate in the saliva samples under A were observed, with a mean concentration of (2.34 mmol/L) compared to the saliva samples under B with a mean concentration of (1.36 mmol/L). …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Recent Technological Advancements for Novel and Sustainable Packaging of Dairy Food Products
Abstract: Food packaging is crucial for protecting products, ensuring safety, and facilitating consumption. Important phases comprise manufacturing, wrapping, delivery, and preservation. The primary goal of food packaging is to maintain the quality of products throughout this process. Packaging fulfills multiple functions, including storing items, shielding them, offering convenience, and conveying messages. The packaging process is crucial in preserving the quality of food products, particularly dairy items, which are susceptible to biological, …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Cannabinoids as Nutritional Supplements: Exploring The Potential Health Benefits and Regulatory Landscape
Abstract: Cannabinoids, the bioactive compounds derived from the Cannabis sativa plant, have garnered increasing interest for their potential role as nutritional supplements. This abstract provides a succinct overview of cannabinoids as nutritional supplements. This review delves into the multifaceted aspects of cannabinoids, particularly their interaction with the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and their potential health benefits. The exploration begins by elucidating the intricate relationship between cannabinoids and the ECS, a vital regulatory …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 48–53 Read article
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Review on Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke): an Unexplored Medicinal Plant of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Introduction: The rhizomes of medicinal plant Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke ex Hook.f.) (Family Asteraceae) has long been used in Unani system of medicine (USM) as Cardiac tonic (invigorative and exhilarant), nervine tonic, carminative, protective of the foetus, antidotary etc. in different dosage forms. It is included in specific drugs for heart and is much valuable for palpitation. Because of having antidotal characteristics and protective (corrective) attributes, the rhizomes are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 41–52 Read article
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Unani Concepts of Brain Pathology: Humoral Mechanisms in Māddī Neurological Disorders
Abstract: Background: The Unani System of Medicine (USM) considers the brain (Dimāgh) as the principal organ of Quwā Nafsāniyya (psychic faculties), responsible for sensation, cognition, memory, movement, and emotional regulation. According to Unani principles, health is maintained through equilibrium of Mizāj (temperament) and Akhlāṭ (humours), whereas disease develops when this balance is disturbed. Among neurological disorders, Sū’-i-Mizāj Māddī Dimāgh refers to pathological conditions of the brain associated with the accumulation of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Concept of Type-2 Diabetes mellitus (Ziabetus shakri) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: The term diabetes mellitus (DM) describes a metabolic disorder of multiple aetiology, characterized by chronic hyperglycaemia with disturbance of carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism; resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. If the disease condition is left untreated, it causes many complications. It currently affects more than 62 million Indians, which is more than 7.1% of the adult population. Nearly 1 million Indians die due to diabetes …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 22–25 Read article
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DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF COMPRESSED AIR ENGINE
Abstract: The consumption of fossil fuels has gone up to such a high level that problems like global warming, ozone layer depletion has become a prominent issue of concern .In order to protect the environment, harnessing of renewable energy is important. Having this overview in our mind, we designed and developed a model of a compressed air engine. This model utilizes the energy of compressed air to do mechanical work. To …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 40–47 Read article
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Design and Construction of Solar Still-Solar Water Heater Hybrid for Small Scale Application
Abstract: AbstractSolar still-solar water heater hybrid for small scale application has been designed and constructed and tested in this study. The construction began with designing and developing isolated units of single-slope solar still, solar water heater and water storage tank separately. These were then coupled together to form the hybrid system. To test its efficacy, the hybrid was subjected to perform distillation alongside a conventional type single-slope solar still of the …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Acacia catechu: A Unani Traditional, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review
Abstract: Kath is a hot water extract of red heartwood of Acacia catechu Willd which is brown colored material with bitter taste. Acacia catechu is commonly known as Khair or Kattha. It is a medicinal plant found in almost every region of India recognized for its medicinal and therapeutic uses. It is multipurpose plant as bark, leaves and wood of this plant has high medicinal value. In Unani system of medicine, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Phytochemical, Pharmacological and Unani Traditional Uses of Mazoo (Quercus infectoria): A Review
Abstract: Quercus infectoria (Family: Fagaceae) generally recognized as gall oak, is a trifling shrub originate in Greece, Asia Minor and Iran is predictably assumed to have enormous therapeutic status. There are two varieties of mazoo; one is solid type with no hole on its surface and another is light weighted hold cavity inside and hole on its surface but solid type is medicinally better. Pharmacologically, various animal and human studies have …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Comprehensive Review of Satawar (Asparagus Racemosus)
Abstract: Asparagus racemosus Willd belongs to the family Asparagaceae, commonly known as Satavari. This Asparagus genus has around 300 species cultivated in the world, mainly grow in shade and tropical climates at low altitudes throughout the India, Asia, Australia and Africa and it is an indigenous monocot medicinal plant of India. Asparagus racemosus root extracts (AR) have possess a variety of pharmacological and therapeutic properties like Antioxidant, galactagogue, antiulcer, rejuvenative, phytoestrogenic, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Concept of Low Back Pain (Waja-uz-Zahr) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Waja-uz-Zahr (low back pain) is marked as most costly ailment in the productive years. Low back pain (LBP) has been cited as the 2nd most common reason for which patients visit a physician. It is the major cause of activity restriction and work absence all over the world. It causes an enormous financial load on individuals, families, communities, industry and governments. The prevalence of back pain in the adult population …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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GeneXpert MTB/RIF Assay (PCR Mycobacterium Tuberculosis): A Revolution in Management of Tuberculosis
Abstract: Background: Workup of pulmonary tuberculosis depends upon sputum microscopy. Sputum microscopy is less sensitive, human resource dependent and time consuming. Sometimes, it lead us to a delay in the diagnosis and may result in the spread of the disease. This seriously disturbs TB control program. There is a need for a more sensitive method. Similarly, early detection of rifampicin resistance is also of utmost importance to prevent MDR strains from …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Protagonist of Aspirin in Primary Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease: An Overview
Abstract: AbstractAspirin (ASA) is the most used medication on the globe. The benefits of aspirin therapy for the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease clearly outweigh the risks of bleeding, and low- dose aspirin is uniformly recommended in this condition. While the clinical use of aspirin in secondary cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention remains undisputed, its role in primary prevention is controversial. Recently, three trials of primary prevention reported neutral net benefit results …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 12–30 Read article
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An Amazing Herb with Extraordinary Payback: Camellia sinensis
Abstract: Camellia sinensis, commonly known as green tea, belongs to theaceae family. Herbal remedies are often perceived as being natural, therefore safe, but actually they are not free from adverse effects. Adverse effects of herbal medicine may be due to factors such as adulteration, substitution, contamination, misidentification, lack of standardization, incorrect preparation and dosage and inappropriate labeling. The major constituents of green tea are epicatechin (EC), epicatechin-3-gallate (ECG), epigallocatechin (EGC) and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Determination of Object Position and Orientation Using Image Processing Technique
Abstract: A method for measuring position and orientation of an object was determined by making use of image processing technique. The position of light sources gives a geometrical constraint between them. Three light sources was designed and constructed at appropriate positions with respect to camera (webcam), the processed/programmed images directly give the coordinate values (x and y) of each of the light spot which were used in calculating their distances apart …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Evaluation of Image Reconstruction Techniques in Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT/CT) Imaging
Abstract: AbstractThis work is aimed at evaluating the image reconstruction techniques used in single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT/CT) imaging. The reconstruction techniques considered in this work are: the ordered subset expectation maximization (OSEM) and the Filtered Back Projection (FBP). An anthropomorphic torso phantom with lung and liver inserts was injected with 99mTc. The liver and the background were given 0.2 MBq/ml and 0.07 MBq/ml respectively. The lungs inserts were filled …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 13–22 Read article
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An Insight to Animal Models of Drug Induced Schizophrenia
Abstract: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that generally shows in early adulthood or late adolescence characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and other cognitive dysfunctions, schizophrenia can often be a lifelong problem. Schizophrenia affects approx. 1% of all adults, universally. The purpose of this article is to review several drug induced schizophrenia animal models. The scientific study of human disorders has required the development of suitable animal models. The prevailing recent view of …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 21–33 Read article
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An Insight to Epidemiology, Diagnosis and Treatment of COVID-19
Abstract: Abstract Since late December, 2019 an outbreak of a novel coronavirus disease was reported in Wuhan, China with severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). It is commonly known as COVID-19 means a disease caused by coronavirus and the first case was identified in 2019. The WHO declared the COVID-19 a global pandemic in March, 2020 because it affected more than 100 countries worldwide. In this review we summarize epidemiology, diagnosis and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 13–22 Read article
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Brief Concept of Waja ul Mafasil and its Management in Unani System of Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Waja-ul-Mafasil (Osteoarthritis) also known as degenerative arthritis is a progressive joint disease, occurring in middle and later life. Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of disability worldwide despite its development in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. A comprehensive description of Waja-ul-Mafasil is available in classical Unani literature. While going through the literature review of various compendiums written by Unani scholars, it is clear that this system of medicine had huge knowledge about …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 7–12 Read article