BackgroundHypothyroidism is characterized by decreased T3 and T4 levels and increased TSH levels. Hypothyroid obesity has been linked to numerous metabolic irregularities such as slowed-down BMR. Citrullus colocynthis Linn. fruit has been utilized historically to decrease appetite and hence weight.ObjectiveThis work aimed to study the administration of Citrullus colocynthis Linnaeus extracts for the treatment of hypothyroidism-induce Read More

Ayurveda and Hindu mythology both place great emphasis on the healing and spiritual virtues of rudraksha (Elaeocarpus ganitrus). A wide range of medical conditions such as anxiety sleeplessness depression hypertension palpitations infertility rheumatism and asthma have been linked to the pharmacological effects of physically wearing rudraksha. The objective of this review is to examine the scientific data found in the literature about their compositio Read More

Bread is consumed by almost every household worldwide as a dietary staple. Most commercial bread products are made with refined wheat flour and have an incomplete nutritional profile. Refined wheat bread is comparatively lower in protein with an unbalanced amino acid profile and is low in fibre vitamins minerals and phytochemicals. The enrichment of bread to increase nutritional quality and functionality while preserving sensory properties has be Read More

BackgroundCanistel Fruit (Pouteria campechiana) is an underutilized nutritious tropical fruit containing Vitamin A and complex carbohydrates with high potentiality. Hence the present study focused on a novel Canistel fruit (Pouteria campechiana)-based beverage.ObjectiveThis study aimed to develop innovative fruit-based beverages from underutilized but widely available Canistel fruit around tropical regions and determine its nutrient stability a Read More

Introduction/ObjectiveA fruit the soft pulpy part of a flowering plant is abundant in essential nutrients like fiber vitamins minerals antioxidants and bioactive compounds. It provides macronutrients such as carbohydrates and energy while being low in protein and lipids. Health authorities advocate a minimum daily intake of five servings of fruits and vegetables for a balanced diet. Fruits contain simple sugars such as glucose fructose and sucrose which are es Read More

ObjectiveThis study uses adult zebrafish as a model organism to explore the possible cognitive-boosting properties of Shilajit a traditional Ayurvedic herbal resin. Shilajit is known for its potential cognitive benefits and the study focuses on its impact on memory and cognitive function.MethodsThe study employs a T-maze apparatus to assess cognitive performance in zebrafish particularly memory and uses Hyoscine a memory-deficit-inducing compound in t Read More

Microplastics (MP) are new pollutants that threaten the ecological environment and therefore human and animal health. Given the extensive utilization of plastics across various domains MPs are commonly detected in the atmosphere water bodies terrestrial regions and living organisms. Important accumulation points of MPs are air soil and water ecosystems. This study aims to summarize how animals are exposed to environmental MPs iden Read More

BackgroundAntioxidant activity is currently one of the most significant characteristics of red wines mainly attributable to phenolic components that enhance health-promoting effects. To this purpose it is necessary to implement simple and reliable analytical methods for evaluating such bioactive compounds in wines according to their background.ObjectiveThis research aims to characterize the phenolic and antioxidant activity of 48 commercial monovari Read More

BackgroundSkin-contact white wines (also known as amber orange or macerated white wines) go through extended maceration during fermentation giving the wine a characteristic amber- or orange-like color and a unique flavor.ObjectiveThis study aimed to compare the polyphenolic profile and antioxidant capacity of selected skin-contact white wines from three different regions including the ones prepared with the traditional Kakhetian method.Meth Read More

BackgroundBabbularishta is an Ayurvedic medicine in liquid form used for the treatment of phthisis skin diseases urinary disorders and breathing problems. It is also beneficial in cases of blood disorders acne dermatitis hemoptysis lung injury asthma persistent cough whooping cough etc.ObjectiveThe functional role of this study is to develop a simple novel precise accurate reliable and selective RP-HPLC method for the estimation of piperine content in herbal d Read More