Archive:: American Journal of Biomedical and Life Sciences:: Science Publishing Group

Volume 11, Issue 5, October 2023

Dietary Habits and Nutritional Status of Hemodialysis Patients Seen in Some Hemodialysis Centers in Lomé (Togo)

Essognim Bitori, Mamatchi Melila, Kouévi Satchi, Akomola Kossi Sabi, Labité Komlan Mensah, Kou’santa Amouzou

Issue: Volume 11, Issue 5, October 2023

Pages: 82-91

Received: 26 August 2023

Accepted: 12 September 2023

Published: 25 September 2023

DOI: 10.11648/j.ajbls.20231105.11

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Abstract: Background: Chronic renal failure (CKD) is kidney damage defined by a permanent decrease in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) characterized by biological signs present for more than three months. Protein-energy malnutrition (PED) in hemodialysis is also a factor of morbidity and mortality in patients with a prevalence ranging from 15 to 75% worldwid... Show More

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Contribution to Phytotherapy Valorization of the Seed of Avocado, Persea Americana

Kwami Lumo Awaga, Kosi Mawuéna Novidzro, Bognam Kpensaga, Koffi Apeti Gbogbo, Et Kossi Honoré Koumaglo

Issue: Volume 11, Issue 5, October 2023

Pages: 92-100

Received: 29 August 2023

Accepted: 13 September 2023

Published: 27 September 2023

DOI: 10.11648/j.ajbls.20231105.12

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Abstract: Plants represent an immense storehouse of biomolecules endowed with diverse biological properties. This study was carried out to analyze the phytochemical composition and evaluate the free radical scavenging and antioxidant activities of Persea americana seed. The dried avocado pit powder was first delipidated with hexane and the residue was succes... Show More

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