2026 Vol.3 No.2

Evaluation of Hepatoprotective Activity of Tribulus terrestris in D-Galactosamine- and Paracetamol-Induced Hepatotoxicity in the Rat Model

120 (Abstract) 376 (Download) PDF

In traditional Indian and Chinese medicine, Tribulus terrestris has been frequently used to treat liver problems. The aim of this study was to look at the protective effect on the liver of the airborne (leaves, stems, fruits, flowers) leaves, stems, fruits, and flowers of the plant against hepatotoxicity caused by D-galactosamine (D-Gal) and paracetamol. To measure the antioxidant capacity of T... more

Safety Evaluation of Therapeutic Interventions for Plantar Warts (Kapasi): Psychodermatology, Stress-Mediated Immunity, and Regulatory Considerations

657 (Abstract) 197 (Download) PDF

Currently, there are more than 3 million people worldwide suffering from plantar warts (Kapsi). Possible ways of treatment include keratolytics, cryosurgery, lasers, and intralesional immunotherapy. However, many factors, including the high rate of treatment failure, local regulations, safety concerns, and self-medicating practices, complicate these methods. Some studies indicate that psychosoc... more

Perception of Mobile Street Food Vendors in Osun State, Nigeria on Some Operational Issues and Their Exposure to Health Hazards

197 (Abstract) 374 (Download) PDF

Street food vending plays a critical role in urban food access and livelihood generation in Nigeria, yet empirical evidence on vendors’ socio-economic conditions, health experiences, and regulatory interactions remains limited. This study assessed mobile street food vendors in selected towns of Osun State using a cross-sectional survey design. Data were collected from 219 vendors, of whom over ... more

Impact of Technological Treatments on the Hygienic Quality of Local Milk from the Niamey Region

593 (Abstract) 365 (Download) PDF

This study evaluates the effectiveness of three technological treatments, including spontaneous fermentation (T1), fermentation with inoculum (T2), and filro-fermentation (T3), in improving the microbiological quality of raw milk (T0) collected in the municipality of Kollo (Niger). A total of 31 milk samples were collected and subjected to each treatment. Microbiological analyses focused on the... more

Effect of Different Drying Methods on the Chemical and Antioxidant Properties of Avocado Seed Powder

158 (Abstract) 398 (Download) PDF

Avocado fruits are considered the healthiest fruit in the world due to their high nutritional value. It is rich in valuable bioactive compounds that could be used in the treatment of degenerative diseases, but its seeds remain underutilized. This study investigates the effect of three different drying methods on the chemical and antioxidant properties of avocado seed powder. Ripe avocado fruits... more