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Biology, Medicine & Natural Product Chemistry
ISSN 2089-6514 · State Islamic University Sunan Kalijaga · 684 artikel di indeks
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Effect of Repeated Frying of Potato Chips on Physiochemical Properties of Different Frying Oils and Its Sensory Evaluation
Deep frying involves submerging food in heated oil at about 180°C. Throughout the deep-frying process, various chemical reactions occur, leading to alterations in the physicochemical characteristics of the oil, which can ultimately have detrimental health impacts on consumers. Nevertheless, for…
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Bioactivities of Prosopis africana Whole Fruit: Antibacterial and Urease Inhibition Properties
Prosopis africana (Guill. & Perr.) Taub. (Fabaceae) is a West African tree traditionally used for treating infections. However, a systematic evaluation of the bioactivities of its fruit remains limited, and studying the fruit offers a more sustainable and conservation-friendly approach compared to…
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Association Between Visceral Fat and Monocyte Count in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Evidence from a Referral Hospital Study
The majority of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) exhibit central obesity. Central obesity is characterized by an abnormally high accumulation of visceral adipose tissue. Individuals with both obesity and T2DM often present with additional immune dysfunction, including significantly…
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Isolation, Characterization and Growth Optimization of Glufosunate Ammonium Degrading Bacteria from Farmlands Soil in Mubi
The persistent application of glufosinate ammonium as a non-selective herbicide in agricultural practices raises significant environmental concerns due to its potential accumulation and eco-toxicity. This study focused on the isolation, characterization, degradation and optimization of glufosinate…
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Formulation and Standardization of Face Wash Using Watermelon Rind Extract (Citrullus lanatus)
The purpose of this study was to determine the utilization of watermelon rind waste as an active ingredient in the manufacture of liquid soap preparations and to obtain the best formulation of watermelon rind extract liquid soap that is physically stable. Watermelon rind waste contains many…
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Papaya Seed Essential Oil Anti-Acne Cream and Its Effectiveness Against Staphylococcus epidermidis and Cutibacterium acnes
Acne is a common skin disorder that affects people from all walks of life. One of the causes of acne is the bacteria Staphylococcus epidermidis and Cutibacterium acne. Papaya seeds are known to have antibacterial properties because they contain active compounds that inhibit bacterial growth. The…
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The Ameliorative Effect of Apigenin in Plectranthus amboinicus Lour Spreng in the Treatment of Hepato-renal Carcinogenesis Induced Benzo(a)pyrene
Benzo(a)pyrene (B(a)P) is the major cause of hepato-renal carcinogenesis. Apigenin in Plectranthus amboinicus (EPA), has indicated some biological activities such as antioxidant and antimutagenic activity. The aim of this study is to investigate the potential of apigenin in EPA as anti-cancer…
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Identification of Potential Antimalarial Compound(s) from Alkaloid, Flavonoids and Phenolics Rich Extracts of Piliostigma reticulatum Leaf
Malaria is a deadly vector born disease caused by Plasmodium spp with increasing morbidity and mortality in sub-Saharan Africa. Ethnobotanical studies and phytochemical screening remains the mainstay in the hunt of bioactive secondary metabolites from natural sources needed to confront the growing…
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Anticandidal Effects of Ethanolic Extract of Lada Katokkon (Capsicum annuum chinense) Against Emerging Fungal Pathogens
Candidiasis is an opportunistic mycotic infection with a high prevalence, caused by Candida species, especially Candida albicans, Candida tropicalis, and Candida parapsilosis. The increasing resistance of Candida spp. to conventional antifungals such as fluconazole poses a challenge in the…
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Total Phenol Content, Total Flavonoid Content, Antioxidant Activity and GC-MS Analysis of a New Variety of Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Consuming foods rich in antioxidants plays an important role in human health, one of which is through rice. This research aimed to describe the total phenol content and total flavonoids content as well as GC-MS analysis of raw Baroma rice extract and analyze the antioxidant activity of Baroma rice…
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Hepatoprotective Activities of Seed Extract and Fractions of Telfairia occidentalis on Doxorubicin-Induced Hepatotoxicity in Rats
Telfairia occidentalis Hook (cucurbitaceae) seeds, which is used in the preparation of soups and as medicine traditionally to treat various diseases by the Ibibios was investigated for effect against doxorubicin-induced hepatotoxicity. The seed extract (138 -553 mg/kg) and fractions…
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Phytochemical, Acute toxicity, and Antibacterial Activity of Tamarindus indica Against Antimicrobial-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus
The escalating public health crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), driven by pathogens like methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), demands an urgent expansion of the therapeutic arsenal. This study provides a comprehensive scientific validation of Tamarindus indica L., a plant with…
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The Essential Oil Constituents of the Fresh and Air-dried Phragmanthera incana (Schum.) Balle and Its Bioactivities
Phragmanthera incana Schum (Loranthaceae), used in ethnomedicine as a worm expeller and for treating diseases such as cancer and inflammation, had its essential oil constituents characterized and assessed for certain pharmacological activities. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry was used to…
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Formulation of a Synergistic Herbal Blend of Green Tea (Camelia sinensis) and Traditional Spices for Immune Support and Anxiety Relief
COVID-19 not only brings problems to physical health but also mental health, such as anxiety. Excessive anxiety is very dangerous because it can reduce the number of white blood cells in the bloodstream. Excessive anxiety also triggers the production of excess cortisol which interferes with the…
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Fatty Acid Composition, Steroid Content, In Vitro Antioxidant and Antidiabetic Potentials of Citrullus lanatus and Carica papaya Seed Oils
Plant-derived oils rich in bioactive constituents have attracted attention as potential antioxidant and antidiabetic agents. The present study assessed the phytochemical profile, antioxidant activity, enzyme inhibitory activity, and fatty acid profile of pawpaw (Carica papaya) and watermelon…
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Malondialdehyde Levels in Wistar Rat Liver after High Fat Diet and Mango Tea Mistletoe Extract Intake
Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels increase due to the accumulation of free radicals that exceed normal limits, leading to oxidative stress. Mango mistletoe and tea mistletoe (MESA-DP) are known to contain secondary metabolites that function as natural antioxidants. The use of antioxidants derived from…
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Effect of Moringa oleifera Leaf Flour Supplementation on Magnesium (Mg) and Potassium (K) Contents of Crackers as a Nutritious Snack
Moringa oleifera leaf flour is recognized as a local food ingredient rich in essential minerals, particularly magnesium (Mg) and potassium (K), which play important roles in various physiological functions of the human body. This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of Moringa oleifera leaf…
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Histopathological Profile of Wistar Rat Kidney in High-Fat Diet Model Treated with a Combination of Tea and Mango Mistletoe Extracts
A high-fat diet (HFD) can cause kidney damage through oxidative stress and inflammation. This study aimed to analyze the histopathology of the kidneys in rats given HFD after administering a combination of tea mistletoe leaf extract (Scurrula atropurpurea) and mango mistletoe (Dendrophthoe…
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Enhancing Galactomannan Recovery from Coconut Meat: Impact of Autoclaving Pretreatment in a High-Shear Compartment Reactor System
Galactomannan in coconut meat is tightly bound within its fiber matrix, limiting extraction efficiency. Autoclave pretreatment, combining heat, pressure, and moisture, can loosen this structure and improve galactomannan release. This study examined the effects of autoclaving temperature…
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Effectiveness of Nanoemulsion Formulated with Citronella and Garlic Essential Oils against Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) on Maize Plants
Fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J.E Smith) is a major invasive pest that threatens maize production in Indonesia. This study aimed to evaluate the activity of nanoemulsions of citronella and garlic essential oils, both individually and in combinations at ratios of 1:1, 2:1, and 1:2, against…