PMID: Niger J Physiol Sci. 2019 Jun 30 ;34(1):11-16. Epub 2019 Jun 30. PMID: 31449266 Abstract Title: Coconut Water Prevents Renal and Hepatic Changes in Offspring of Monosodium Glutamate-Treated Wistar Rat Dams. Abstract: Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a widely-consumed taste enhancer which has been implicated in the aetiology of renal and hepatic dysfunction in adults …
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Anti-multiple myeloma potential of secondary metabolites from Hibiscus sabdariffa.
PMID: Molecules. 2019 Jul 9 ;24(13). Epub 2019 Jul 9. PMID: 31323932 Abstract Title: Anti-Multiple Myeloma Potential of Secondary Metabolites from. Abstract: Multiple myeloma (MM) belongs to hematological cancers and its incidence is increasing worldwide. Despite recent advances in its therapy, MM still causes many deaths every year. In fact, current therapies sometimes fail and …
Hibiscus sabdariffa aqueous extract can reduce blood pressure.
PMID: Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2019 ;2019:9694212. Epub 2019 Jul 17. PMID: 31379972 Abstract Title: Effects ofCalyces Aqueous Extract on the Antihypertensive Potency of Captopril in the Two-Kidney-One-Clip Rat Hypertension Model. Abstract: aqueous extract (HS) is often used as complementary therapy for hypertension. However, some studies have shown that coadministration with a conventional antihypertensive …
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T. occidentalis attenuated the deleterious effects of alcohol to the cyto-architecture of the testis.
PMID: Toxicol Rep. 2015 ;2:968-975. Epub 2015 Jun 18. PMID: 28962436 Abstract Title: Histomorphometric studies of the effects ofon alcohol-induced gonado-toxicity in male rats. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Available evidence suggests that 50% of couples with infertility are male related. Over 40% of these males consume alcohol which has been reported to be a reproductive toxicant causing …
The administration of the extract together with and after the administration of gentamycin reverses renal damage caused by gentamycin.
PMID: J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol. 2017 Jan 1 ;28(1):11-17. PMID: 27658143 Abstract Title: The effect of aqueous leaf extract of Telfairia occidentalis (Cucurbitaceae) on gentamycin-induced renal damage. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Despite the acclaimed beneficial effects of Telfaria occidentalis (TO), it is yet to be established that its aqueous extract is safe in the condition of …
Antinociceptive and antioxidant activities of the methanolic extract of Telfairia occidentalis seeds.
PMID: Anc Sci Life. 2016 Oct-Dec;36(2):98-103. PMID: 28446831 Abstract Title: Antinociceptive and Antioxidant Activities of the Methanolic Extract ofSeeds. Abstract: CONTEXT: The seeds ofhave been known to possess different biological properties and are used in traditional medicine in Africa and Asia to treat many ailments. The plant is particularly noted traditionally for its healing properties …
Phytochemical analysis and antioxidant activity of the seed of Telfairia occidentalis.
PMID: Nat Prod Res. 2018 Feb ;32(4):444-447. Epub 2017 Mar 31. PMID: 28361553 Abstract Title: Phytochemical analysis and antioxidant activity of the seed of Telfairia occidentalis Hook (Cucurbitaceae). Abstract: The 2,2-diphenyl-1-picryl hydrazyl (DPPH) radical, nitric oxide, reducing power, hydrogen peroxide scavenging, and total antioxidant activities of the methanol extract, n-hexane, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, butanol and …
Telfairia occidentalis pulp extract mitigates rifampicin-isoniazid-induced hepatotoxicity.
PMID: J Integr Med. 2019 Jan ;17(1):46-56. Epub 2018 Dec 1. PMID: 30555014 Abstract Title: Telfairia occidentalis (Cucurbitaceae) pulp extract mitigates rifampicin-isoniazid-induced hepatotoxicity in an in vivo rat model of oxidative stress. Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Drug-induced liver injury complicates antituberculosis drug treatment and is a leading cause of death worldwide. The aim of this study is …
The results suggest that Telfairia occidentalis-induced lowering of plasma glucose afterone week of treatment.
PMID: Niger J Physiol Sci. 2018 Dec 30 ;33(2):169-175. Epub 2018 Dec 30. PMID: 30837771 Abstract Title: Effects of Telfairia Occidentalis Leaf Extract on Plasma Lactate and Liver Glycogen in Rats. Abstract: Telfairia occidentalis is a green vegetable popularly consumed among the native of Africa and it is generallybelieved to be of medicinal and nutritional …
This study brought to limelight the medicinal importance of fluted pumpkin seed in erectile functions.
PMID: J Food Biochem. 2019 Sep 9:e13037. Epub 2019 Sep 9. PMID: 31502274 Abstract Title: Fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis) seed modulates some markers of erectile function in isolated rat's corpus cavernosum: Influence of polyphenol and amino acid constituents. Abstract: Pumpkin seeds are often used in traditional medicine in the management of erectile dysfunction. However, there …
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