Great Iruoghene Edo

• Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, Nigeria

Carrageenan (CGN) is a high molecular weight polysaccharide that is extracted from red seaweeds. It is made up of D‐galactose residues connected by β‐1,4 and α‐1,3 galactose‐galactose bonds. As a result of its ability to thicken, emulsify, and stabilize food, it is frequently used as a food additive in processed food. Its consumption has surged in...

Purpose of Review In this review, an exploration of the biopolymer; carrageenan (CGN) has been provided with focus on elucidating its biological activities and the applications of its hydrogels in drug delivery, wound healing and tissue engineering. Recent Findings Biomaterials are known substantial building blocks for regenerative medicine, drug...

Mycotoxin contamination poses severe risks to food safety and agricultural sustainability. Probiotic-based interventions offer a promising strategy for mitigating these toxic compounds through adsorption, biodegradation, and gut microbiota modulation. This review examines the mechanisms by which specific probiotic strains inhibit mycotoxin biosynth...

Bidens alba, a dicotyledonous plant of the Compositae family, commonly goes by other names such as butterfly needles, beggar’s-ticks and Shepherd’s needles. The plant not only originates from Florida but is also distributed across other subtropical and tropical regions of America. B. alba grows ubiquitously but may grow more robustly in temperate w...

Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are Gram-positive cocci or rods that do not produce spores or respire. Their primary function is to ferment carbohydrates and produce lactic acid. The two primary forms of LAB that are currently recognized are homofermentative and heterofermentative. This review discusses the evolutionary diversity and the biochemical and...

The current study looked at the biochemical variations that occurred in rats after they were given menthol flavoured candies and soft drinks. Seventy male Wistar albino rats in total were acquired, split up into ten treatments of seven rats each, and treated with the following regimen for forty-two days. Group 1 is the control. Groups 2, 3, and 4 r...

Cassava cyanide effluent arising from cassava processing contaminate soil, leading to increased concentration of cyanide in soil and water, posing a risk to plant, aquatic life, and human health. Hence, the aim of this study is to investigate the impact of abattoir sludge on cyanide concentration of cassava effluent and soils receiving cassava effl...

Gari is a creamy, granular flour obtained from roasting fermented cassava mash. Gari is a staple food in Nigeria that is consumed by almost everybody and which can enhance food security due to it availability and affordability. The raw material for gari production is cassava which is processed either through traditional method or modern method. The...

The growing demand for sustainable and high-performance food packaging has led to the exploration of green nanomaterials as viable alternatives to synthetic counterparts. Traditional packaging materials often struggle to provide sufficient protection against oxygen, moisture, and UV light, which accelerates food spoilage and reduces shelf life. Thi...

This review explores the green biosynthesis of nanoparticles using plant extracts, emphasizing the underlying mechanisms, recent advancements, challenges, and diverse applications of this sustainable technology. Plant-mediated nanoparticle synthesis presents an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to conventional methods that often rely on t...

The anaphylactic and therapeutic properties of medicinal plants have been associated with the presence of bioactive phytochemicals that have specific pharmacological and physiological effects on humans. The aim of this research was to estimate the phytochemicals and nutritional components in the stem bark of Mangifera indica which may be responsibl...

Signalling of calcium ions is vital for the normal physiology and survival of cells. Membrane bound organelles like the mitochondria and many other cell-bound proteins and receptors play significant roles in regulating intracellular calcium levels thus maintaining homeostasis of the external and internal cell environments. The regulation of cellula...

The review presents a comprehensive overview of the various bioactive compounds found in ginger, namely gingerols, shogaols, paradols, and zingerone as well as their biological activities. The compounds are responsible for the distinct aroma, flavor, and pharmacological activities such as anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidation, antimicrobial, anti-cance...

The paper examines the effect of charcoal prepared from oil palm trunks on nutrient enhancement and remediation of toxic metals in contaminated soil. The test soils were obtained from two different waste dump sites in Benin City, using a standard method of sampling. The physicochemical properties and nutrient of test soils and charcoal were investi...

Salinity is a serious concern with groundwater use in irrigation that is very close to a coastal aquifer. The study aims to do a comparative analysis of the physiochemical parameters of groundwater samples obtained from 10 irrigational wells in Guzelyurt. In this study, 10 groundwater samples were collected from irrigational wells in the Guzelyurt...

The present study aims at evaluating the nutritional value and antioxidant potential of various meat types (beef, pork, chicken, catfish and snails) consumed in Owhelogbo, community in Isoko Local Government, Delta State, Nigeria. The different meat samples were analyzed for nutritional composition and antioxidant properties. The results obtained s...

This review examines the potential of nanomaterials in revolutionizing food packaging, fo-cusing on their role in enhancing barrier properties and extending the shelf life of packaged foods. Traditional packaging materials often fall short in effectively protecting against oxygen, moisture, and UV light, resulting in diminished food quality and sho...

The aim of the study is to examined fertilizers obtained from poultry manure (PM), poultry manure biochar (PMB), inorganic fertilize (IF), poultry manure + poultry manure biochar (PM + PMB), poultry manure + inorganic fertilizer (PM + IF), poultry manure biochar + inorganic fertilizer (PMB + IF), poultry manure + poultry biochar + inorganic fertili...

This review paper delves into the role of probiotics and food bioactives in influencing gut health and overall well-being, within the context of probiotics and food bioactives, emphasizing their roles in modulating inflammation, gut microbiota, and metabolic health. Probiotics are defined as live microorganisms that confer health benefits to the ho...

This present research was carried out to study the effects of spouting periods on the, proximate composition, mineral content, ant-nutritional factor and microbiological content of sprouted sesame flour. Sesame seeds were soaked in water for 6 h and sprouted for period of 0 h, 24 h, 48 h, 72 h and 96 h. The sprouted seeds were dried at 70 °C for 55...

This review paper analyzes recent advancements in bio-polymer coatings for probiotic microencapsulation, with a particular emphasis on chitosan and its synergistic combinations with other materials. Probiotic microencapsulation is essential for protecting probiotics from environmental stresses, enhancing their stability, and ensuring effective deli...

Medicinal plants are generally important for the therapeutically active materials that can be obtained from them. Authenticating the herbal products obtained from these medicinal plants and separating adulterants from genuine therapeutic products in order to protect the health of the public and guarantee the reproducible quality of herbal medicines...

Purpose of Review This review summarizes the sources, metabolism and roles of selenium within the human body. Past and recent evidence implicating selenium deficiency as a feature in various cases of cancers is reviewed. Recent Findings Trace elements (micronutrients) are nutrients required in minute concentrations in human physiology. Their signi...

Cassava is acknowledged by many as a major food source, and it can be processed into various by-products such as, garri, tapioca, fufu, flour, starch, etc. Enormous clinical and experimental research has now made cassava to be recognised not only for its importance in the food industry but also in non-food industries. Its importance in the producti...

Poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) has been a fascinating subject for polymer science research. Its characteristics are heightened by its inherent structural faults resulting from direct manufacturing (by free-radical polymerization), which also cause its thermal instability. Some of the fundamental limiting features of PVC have been suggested to be allevi...

Malnutrition and food insecurity are two major diseases combating human development in Nigeria as they cause poor infant development, deteriorating maternal and child health, weaker immune systems, risky pregnancy and childbirth. This paper provides an in-depth overview of the implementation, impact, benefits and costs of the United Nations World F...

The Chinese date or Ziziphus jujuba, is a drupe fruit that depending on the cultivar, can be round, elongated, cherry or plum-sized. The little shrub known as the jujube tree produces the jujube fruits. As a specie of the genus Ziziphus belonging to the Rhamnaceae family of buckthorn plants, this tree is linked to a wide variety of other plants, in...

The constraints of pure PMMA have made the cross-linkage of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) an interesting issue to meet application requirements. Cross-linked PMMA offers several advantages over its uncross-linked counterpart, due to its exceptional electrical insulation, chemical stability, clarity, improved heat resistance, superior mechanical pr...

The idea that food and medicine are similar has a long history, many substances have also been used both as food and traditional treatment remedies. Several plant-based therapeutic substances including those obtained from plants like Chrysanthemum morifolium, Lonicera japonica, Crocus sativus, and Lonicera macranthoides, are homologous for use both...

The experiment’s goal was to ascertain how mulching materials affected soil temperature and moisture levels, which in turn affected the growth and yield of amaranthus (Amaranths cruentus). The Agronomy Research Farm at Delta State University’s Asaba campus conducted this study. There are various ways to mulch amaranth plants. The five mulching mate...

There are multiple linkages in homeostasis and illness between the function and development of the commensal microbiota and the mammalian endocrine system. While the microbiome plays crucial roles in training and maturity of vital host innate and adaptive immune system components, the immune system organizes and protects the essential elements of h...

The aim of this study was to assess the acute and sub-acute toxicity of aqueous and methanol extracts of the root of Tetracera alnifolia as well as the effects on some biochemical parameters in albino rats as many plants used in traditional medicine lack scientific and clinical evidence to support a better understanding of their safety and efficacy...

Chitosan has so far been the only identified naturally occurring cationic polymer that is alkaline of alkaline origin; it is derived from chitin. Along with having excellent biological activities like hemostasis, antioxidant and antibacterial activity, it also has tremendous properties like cell affinity, good biodegradability and biocompatibility....

Many people simply recognise turmeric; the golden-coloured powder as a spice, experimental and clinical research, has however, shown that the remedies of various diseases are also attributable to it, especially to its most potent bioactive curcuminoid, curcumin. Curcumin possesses antioxidant, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anticoa...

The influence of different nitrogen sources, initial pH, and varied inoculum size on the fermentation capacity of Saccharomyces cerevisiae on sorghum wort substrate was investigated. The parameters analyzed included ethanol concentration, pH, specific gravity, and total soluble sugars after 72 h fermentation period using standard methods such as sp...

The aim of this study is to appraise raffia palm trunk (RPT) biochar prepared with different temperatures on sorption of urban leachate. Biochar used in this study was produced from RPT at three different temperatures (350 °C, 550 °C and 750 °C) while leachate used in this study was collected from two urban wastes dump locations in Warri, Delta Sta...

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is an herb utilized all over the world for its extensive phytochemical properties. This study aims to evaluate the anti-inflammatory effects of Zingiber officinale. Arthritis was induced in the rats used in the experiment using Complete Freund’s adjuvant (CFA). Gas chromatography-Mass spectroscopy (GC-MS) was used to sc...

The optimal enhancement of athletic performance, recovery from exhaustion after exercise, and injury prevention are products of appropriate nutrition. Nutritional supplements that contain proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals are frequently utilized in various sports to complement the recommended daily amounts. Several of these supplement...

Sorghum and yellow cassava can be regarded as the top two raw materials in the production of value-added food products due to their rich nutritional and food properties. Thus, this study was carried out to study the effect of these processing methods on the microbiological, proximate, antinutritional, and mineral composition of these raw materials....

The water buffalo breed known as the Murrah buffalo ( Bubalus bubalis ) is primarily raised for its milk. It is preserved in the Indian states of Haryana and Punjab, namely in the districts of Bhiwani, Agra, Hisar, Rohtak, Jind, Jhajhar, Fatehabad, Gurgaon, and the Delhi capital city. The fat from buffalo milk also contains ketoglycerides. While β-...

Plants are a rich source of antioxidants that are produced naturally. Therefore, this study was aimed to evaluate the effect of the plant Ricinodendron heudelotii (Baill.) in the attenuation of paracetamol (PCM) hepatotoxicity in Wistar rats. Twenty-four male albino Wistar rats weighing between 200 and 250 g were divided into four groups, with six...

The bioactive compounds contained within many plants account for their pharmacological values. Aloe vera has a wide range of organic and inorganic components, including carbohydrate polymers, glucomannans, and a variety of other natural and synthetic materials. The study aims to take a look into the characteristics of some metal complexes produced...

Tiger nut (Cyperus esculentus L.) is a small, tuberous root vegetable that has gained increasing attention in recent years due to its potential health benefits. This review article provides an elaborate overview of tiger nut, including its botany, historical uses, nutritional composition, potential health benefits and traditional medicinal uses. Th...

Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is a very vital crop tree in many Middle Eastern countries and also, its fruits called dates are consumed worldwide by thousands of people. Date seeds which are the by-product of date fruits, are usually regarded as wastes and at most, only used as feed for farm animals. Unbeknownst to many however, date seeds are...

Garlic the famous bulb plant, is acknowledged by many as an important culinary spice and easily recognized by its pungent smell. This review seeks to establish an insight into the plant garlic, its history, bioactive compounds, and biological properties. Due to various extensive clinical and experimental researches, it has been proven that garlic i...

In the context of Nigeria’s societal advancement regarding consumers’ economic status, access to food, nutritional well-being, and overall health, traditional fermented foods play a pivotal role. Across various African countries, traditional fermentation methods serve as a means to preserve food, extending its longevity and enhancing its nutritiona...

Mass spectrometry (MS) is an essential analytical technique in the scientific domains of chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, medicine, and many others. The technique is centrally implicated in the quality control of pharmaceuticals, foods, atmospheric and forensic analytes, polymers and the structure elucidation of unknown compounds. Foods are an in...

Natural products began to receive considerable attention because of their numerous benefits. Moringa oleifera also known as the ‘drumstick tree,’ been a highly potent and affordable source of phytochemicals is named among these essential natural products. The plant has thus been utilized in several industries of the world including; pharmaceutical,...

While the discovery of petroleum has brought numerous benefits to society, it has also created significant challenges, including environmental degradation and geopolitical conflicts. This review provides an overview of the history of petroleum, beginning from its early discovery and use to the modern era of oil exploration and production. It covers...

This study investigated the relationship between perceived physician communication and treatment adherence and the mediating role of patient trust in the relationship. Although various studies on the influence of modifiable factors on treatment adherence have been carried out, the specific pathways via, which such communication promotes adherence,...

Nutrients can be made bioavailable in foods through fermentation of such foods either spontaneously or via starter cultures with consequent reduction in antinutrients. The effect of fermentation time on the microbiological properties, anti-nutritional and nutritional contents of malted acha (Digitaria exilis) flour fermented spontaneously and using...

One of the most important foods produced and consumed worldwide is natural honey. This substance features nice sensory qualities such as a light hue as well as a familiar scent and flavor. It also contains organic acids, sugars, minerals, enzymes, phenolic and volatile chemicals, methylglyoxal, amino acids, vitamins etcetera which have been linked...

Cocoa ( Theobroma cacao ) is a well-known tropical plant extensively cultivated for its beans, which are the primary raw material for chocolate production. This article aims to comprehensively review and analyze the bioactive compounds present in cocoa and their corresponding biological activities, highlighting their potential implications for huma...

African spinach (Amaranthus cruentus) is an edible-leaved member of the pigweed family grown widely in Africa as a cooked green vegetable. This research was aimed to investigate and evaluate the phytochemical, Proximate, FTIR, GC–MS and antibacterial properties in connection with health, safety, food and nutritional benefits of ethanol and hexane e...

This study assessed heavy metals concentration of River Ethiope, Delta State. The sediments was geochemically partitioned and analyzed using atomic absorption spectrophotometer in order to determined the concentration level and heavy fractions in Ethiope river sediments. Geochemically fraction results proved that 50% of the assessed metals were ass...

Natural honey is one of the most significant foods produced and consumed globally, it has pleasing sensory characteristics such a light colour, as well as a recognizable flavor and aroma. In addition, natural honey has been associated with potential biological properties since it contains organic acids, sugars, minerals, enzymes, phenolic, volatile...

The aim of this study was to produce breakfast cereal from blends of mated finger millet and watermelon seed flour. The blends of flour from malted finger millet and watermelon seed (75:21.25, 78.75:21.25, 82.50:17.50, 86.25:13.37 and 90.00:10.00) prepared by extrusion cooking were investigated for their ability to serve as functional food. The ext...

There are several ways in which medicinal plants help to keep people alive. Extracts (chloroform, n-hexane, and ethanol) of the kola nut (cola acuminata) were analyzed for their phytochemicals, physicochemical, phytochemicals, anti-bacterial activity, and antioxidant potential. The antibacterial efficacy of the extracts was tested. Color, aroma, te...

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a prominent cause of death and disability across the globe, and this article provides a comprehensive review of the many risk factors for their onset and progression. It investigates how changes in food and exercise might help prevent and treat cardiovascular diseases. It explores the role of eating plans like the...

Moringa oleifera is an important medicinal plant in several countries; for example, Nigeria, the USA, Turkey, Germany, Greece, and Ukraine. The abundant bioactive and nutritional properties of this plant make it useful in many and diverse areas of life, including the health, cosmetic, agricultural, and food industries to mention but a few. Research...

The tuber of the Cyperus esculentus plant, more often known as tiger nut, is an excellent source of lipids, protein, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytochemical constituents. According to current research, tiger nuts are high in tocopherols, monounsaturated fatty acids, polyphenols, and phytosterols. Because of their excellent physic...

The aim of this study was to produce biscuit from blend of mushroom flour and wheat flour. The composite flour was at 0, 10, 20, 30 and 40% level of mushroom inclusion. The biscuit was analyzed for proximate composition, physical properties, mineral content, antioxidant properties, carbohydrate inhibitory enzyme activities, glycemic index, trend in...

This study was carried out to evaluate the qualities of breakfast cereal meals produced from blends of finger millet and toasted African yam beans flour. Flour samples of processed finger millet were blended with roasted African yam beans flour at substitution levels of 0, 10, 20, 30, and 40%. The blended flours were processed into breakfast cereal...

PurposeNatural antioxidants have gotten a lot of attention recently and they are found in a lot of plants. The goal of this study was to determine the antioxidant activities of Reissantia indica willd. (Mopane paddle-pod) plant extracts as well as their nephroprotective efficacy against paracetamol-induced nephrotoxicity.Methods Standard procedures...