Biology and Life Sciences Forum, Volume 38, Issue 1

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Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a chronic relapsing disorder afflicting millions of people worldwide. Malnutrition is frequently associated with AUD, which could be the result of reduced nutritional intake and impairment in the absorption/metabolism of...

Niosomes are a stable vesicular system composed of non-ionic surfactants and cholesterol, offering advantages such as enhanced stability and controlled drug release. In this study, a niosomal nanogel loaded with Ebastine was developed to improve pati...

Veganism is gaining popularity due to its ethical, health, and environmental benefits. However, many vegans face challenges in obtaining a complete essential amino acid profile from plant sources, making diversified protein sources crucial for balanc...

The liver is a pioneer internal organ that orchestrates major metabolic, detoxification, and endocrine roles. Acute factors like hepatitis and drug allergy and chronic causes like metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MASLD) and Hepat...

Iron (Fe) deficiency is a public health concern in the United Kingdom (UK). The dietary intake of Fe was determined in 111 (20.45 yrs. old; 78 females; 41 Asian, 41 African, and 27 European) De Montfort University (DMU, UK) students between 2015 and...

Conventional agriculture may not meet the needs of the growing human population and sustainable development. These issues necessitate a shift towards traditional foods and underutilized desert plants, offering promising sustainable agricultural and f...

Annatto, a tropical shrub from Central and South America and parts of India, contains Bixin, an apocarotenoid pigment. Bixin is conventionally used as a natural food colorant and is now receiving attention for its health-promoting nutraceutical prope...

The consumption of garlic (Allium sativum), recognized for its historical medicinal significance, is linked to diverse health benefits. In particular, red garlic stands out for its distinct anthocyanin content, contributing to its unique pink-purple...

The 4th International Electronic Conference on Nutrients—Plant-Based Nutrition Focusing on Innovation, Health, and Sustainable Food Systems (IECN 2024) took place online from 16 to 18 October 2024, which aimed to serve as a multidisciplinary pl...