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Inverse Association Between Betel Quid Use and Diabetes in Rural Bangladesh

American Journal of Human Biology, Volume 38, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Objectives Betel quid is used as a mild stimulant in many parts of South and East Asia and the Pacific. In observational studies, its use has been associated with elevated risk for diabetes, but studies in animal models suggest some component(s) of betel quid could reduce risk.
Kristin K. Sznajder, Mary K. Shenk, Laura Perez, Nurul Alam, Rubhana Raqib, Anjan Kumar, Farjana Haque, Tami Blumenfield, Siobhán M. Cully, Katherine Wander   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hydrogel Composites and Their Potential Application in Animal Production and Health

Animal Research and One Health, Volume 4, Issue 1, Page 2-13, February 2026.
With emerging concerns about environmental contamination and safe animal production practices for increased animal welfare, research has increased in search of alternatives to promote sustainable production. The application of naturally derived hydrogels presents a great opportunity for exploration and application for animal production purposes ...
Victoria Anthony Uyanga, Tolulope Grace Ogundipe, Onome Ejeromedoghene, Abigail Adamma Ere‐Richard, Edikan Effiong Okon   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Isolation and Characterization of Novel Pueroside B Isomers and Other Bioactive Compounds from Pueraria lobata Roots: Structure Elucidation, α-Glucosidase, and α-Amylase Inhibition Studies. [PDF]

Int J Mol Sci
Dai W, Lei M, Yin Q, Nan H, Qian G.
europepmc   +1 more source

Computational Analysis of Balanites aegyptiaca Phytochemicals as Inhibitors of Human Pancreatic α‐Amylase

Chemistry &Biodiversity, Volume 23, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Balanites aegyptiaca (BA) is a plant of paramount potential for the management of diabetes mellitus. The study investigates in silico studies of natural library compounds including that from BA with the assistance of network pharmacology. Balanitesin (compound 1) exhibited the highest docking score and binding free energy (∆G) values of −14 ...
Surendra Kumar Gautam, Rakesh Kumar Paul, Smita Jain, Iqrar Ahmad, Ammar A. Razzak Mahmood, Harun Patel, Penke Vijaya Babu, Muhammad Wahajuddin, Kaisar Raza   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Root Traits Predict the Soil Functional Responses of Subtropical Plant Species to Experimental Drought

Ecology and Evolution, Volume 16, Issue 2, February 2026.
Plant species' habitat preference and drought tolerance traits were not the primary factors driving interspecific differences in soil functional responses to drought. Instead, fine root traits—particularly their chemical traits—played more critical roles in determining these variations.
Lei Wang, Zewei Zhuang, Zheyang Su, Wenbin Li, Qizhi Wang, Xinfeng Chen, Ruiling Liu, Haoliang Lu, Yuxin Chen   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Polygonum cognatum Extract: Multitarget Anti‐inflammatory, Antidiabetic, and Epigenetic Modulation Properties [PDF]

ChemistryOpen
Polygonum cognatum extracts exhibit strong antioxidant, anti‐inflammatory, antidiabetic, and antimicrobial activities. This study demonstrates, for the first time, histone deacetylase inhibitory activity, revealing epigenetic modulation potential.
Karaman S, Budak Y, Bozdemir E.
europepmc   +2 more sources

Uncovering the Key Factors Influencing Phytochemical and Phytopharmacological Properties During Medicinal Plant Processing

eFood, Volume 7, Issue 1, February 2026.
From farm to pharma, this review details the engineering of quality in medicinal plants through a science‐driven approach: it first elucidates how genetic and environmental factors inscribe the plant's phytochemical and phytopharmacological profile before harvest, and then dissects the postharvest techniques and technologies—chemical and thermal pre ...
Elyas Aryakia
wiley   +1 more source

Functional and Nutraceutical Properties of Protein and Polyphenols Extracted From Agro‐Industrial Waste: A Comprehensive Review

eFood, Volume 7, Issue 1, February 2026.
The article underscores the promising future perspectives of utilizing agro‐industrial waste, envisioning sustainable production processes, and meeting the increasing demand for environmentally friendly and health‐promoting products. ABSTRACT The growing imperative for increased food production has propelled an example alteration in the perception of ...
Fakhar Islam, Ali Imran, Areesha Ahmed, Faiyaz Ahmed, Musarrat Rasheed, Amar Shankar, Neeraj Khare, Swati Sharma, Rutaba Nadeem, Abdela Befa Kinki   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Spectroscopic Methods of Edible Flower Authentication and Quality Control for Food Applications

eFood, Volume 7, Issue 1, February 2026.
The global demand for edible flowers has increased. Issues such as incorrect species identification, flower product adulteration, contamination, and quality degradation necessitate the application of proper methods for authenticating and controlling the product's quality.
Fidele Benimana, Christopher Kucha, Anupam Roy, Anand Mohan   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Use of E-Books among students of science discipline at University of Mysore: a study [PDF]

, 2016
Manjula, P., Manjunath, M., Sarasvathy, P., Swapna, C.   +3 more
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