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14/04/2026

A recent study shows that moderate intake of tender coconut water can increase hemoglobin, hematocrit, and RBC count in experimental models.

The effect was strongest at moderate doses, suggesting it could be a natural support for blood health.

Read more: https://pharmacologia.scione.com/cms/fulltext.php?id=128

11/04/2026

Can Medicinal Plants Offer a Breakthrough in Snakebite Treatment?

A recent study on Naja nigricollis explores the antivenom potential of local medicinal plants in North-Western Nigeria—highlighting a promising direction for affordable and accessible healthcare solutions.

Snakebite envenoming remains a major public health challenge, especially in rural regions where access to conventional antivenom is limited. This research demonstrates that several indigenous plants, including Mitragyna inermis, Sclerocarya birrea, and Ficus platyphylla, showed notable venom-neutralizing effects in experimental models.

https://doi.org/10.17311/pharmacologia.2024.15.22

10/04/2026

How Dangerous Is Aluminium Phosphide—Even at Low Doses?

This experimental study explores the cytotoxic, acute, and sub-acute toxicity of aluminium phosphide using multiple animal models including rats, toads, rabbits, and Artemia salina larvae.

The findings reveal that even at low doses, aluminium phosphide exhibits high toxicity, with significant impacts on liver enzymes, cardiac activity, intestinal function, and hematological parameters. Notably, increased platelet levels, altered biochemical markers, and reduced heart rate highlight its systemic toxicity.

The study underscores a critical public health concern—the absence of an effective antidote, emphasizing the urgent need for strict regulation, safe handling, and further research into treatment strategies.

https://doi.org/10.17311/pharma.2024.01.10

09/04/2026

Can Medical Misinformation Cost Lives During a Pandemic?

This study examines the impact of medical misinformation and unproven COVID-19 treatments in Brazil, highlighting how misguided health policies and clinical practices worsened the crisis.

Focusing on the misuse of drugs like Hydroxychloroquine, Ivermectin, and Azithromycin during the COVID-19 pandemic, the research reveals how lack of scientific evidence, combined with public trust in healthcare professionals, led to widespread adoption of ineffective therapies.

The findings show that misinformation contributed to increased health risks, higher mortality rates, and public confusion, ultimately undermining effective pandemic response strategies.

This study emphasizes the urgent need for evidence-based policymaking, ethical medical responsibility, and clear public health communication to prevent similar crises in the future.

https://doi.org/10.17311/pharmacologia.2024.11.14

08/04/2026

Can Coconut Water Help Protect Against Iron Overload Damage?

This study investigates the effects of Malayan Green Dwarf coconut water on platelet count, white blood cells, and liver morphology in iron dextran-induced hemochromatosis in Wistar rats.
By assessing hematological and histological changes, the research explores the potential of coconut water as a natural protective agent against iron-induced oxidative stress and liver damage.

The findings highlight promising roles for functional beverages in managing metabolic and oxidative disorders.

https://doi.org/10.17311/pharma.2025.05.13

07/04/2026

Does Regular Blood Donation Affect Iron Levels and Blood Health?

This study presents a comparative analysis of serum ferritin and packed cell volume (PCV) among blood donors and non-donors in Bayelsa State.
By evaluating iron stores and hematological status, the research highlights how frequent blood donation may influence iron levels and overall blood health, emphasizing the need for monitoring and nutritional support in donors.

The findings contribute to improving safe blood donation practices and donor health management.

https://doi.org/10.17311/pharmacologia.2025.01.04

03/04/2026

Can Jatropha tanjorensis Serve as a Natural Emulsifier?

This study investigates the emulsification potential and phytochemical profile of Jatropha tanjorensis.
By analyzing its ability to stabilize emulsions alongside its bioactive compound composition, the research highlights its potential applications in food systems, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetic formulations.

The findings suggest that this plant could serve as a natural, multifunctional ingredient with both functional and therapeutic value.

https://doi.org/10.3923/ijbc.2025.17.25

02/04/2026

Can Watermelon Seeds Improve Heart Health and Blood Parameters?

This study explores the potential of watermelon seed as a novel dietary ingredient, evaluating its effects on lipid profile and hematological parameters in rat models.
By analyzing cholesterol levels, blood indices, and overall physiological responses, the research highlights the promise of watermelon seeds as a nutrient-rich, functional food with possible cardiometabolic benefits.

The findings support the growing interest in underutilized plant-based foods for health promotion and nutrition innovation.

https://doi.org/10.3923/ijbc.2025.01.16

01/04/2026

Can Sugarcane Waste Be Turned into a Solution for Antibiotic Pollution?

This study explores the synthesis and characterization of silica nanoparticles derived from sugarcane bagasse and their application in removing tetracycline from wastewater.
By converting agricultural waste into functional nanomaterials, the research demonstrates an eco-friendly and cost-effective approach to tackling antibiotic contamination and water pollution.

The findings support innovative strategies in nanotechnology, waste valorization, and sustainable environmental remediation.

https://doi.org/10.3923/ijbc.2026.01.12

31/03/2026

Can We Better Predict Severe Lung Damage in Drug-Resistant TB Patients?

This study focuses on the development of a scoring and stratification system for assessing severe lung involvement in patients with multidrug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis (MDR-TB).
By integrating clinical, radiological, and laboratory indicators, the model aims to improve risk assessment, disease classification, and treatment decision-making.

The findings support more targeted management strategies and improved patient outcomes in complex TB cases.

https://doi.org/10.3923/crt.2023.1.11

30/03/2026

Do Plant-Based Feed Additives Improve Broiler Meat Quality and Mineral Balance?

This study investigates the carcass traits and serum mineral profile of finisher broilers fed a phytogenic-based diet.
By analyzing parameters such as dressing percentage, organ weights, and mineral concentrations, the research evaluates how plant-derived feed additives influence growth performance, meat quality, and metabolic health.

The findings highlight the potential of phytogenic nutrition as a sustainable strategy for enhancing poultry production efficiency and product quality.

https://doi.org/10.3923/crps.2025.13.18

28/03/2026

Can Moringa and Black Plum Leaves Improve Nutrient Use in Starter Broilers?

This study evaluates nutrient digestibility and serum electrolyte profiles of starter broilers fed diets supplemented with moringa and black plum leaf meals.
By assessing digestion efficiency and electrolyte balance, the research highlights the potential of plant-based feed ingredients to support growth, metabolic health, and overall poultry performance.

The findings contribute to developing cost-effective and sustainable feeding strategies in poultry production.

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