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We tested whether non‐native rats and pigs were beneficial or harmful to seed dispersal in the forests of Guåhan, an island that has lost its native frugivores. We found that while rats and pigs had mixed effects depending on the species of seed that they interacted with, they mostly destroyed these seeds rather than enhancing their germination ...
Ann Marie Gawel +3 more
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Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease characterized by the condition of hyperglycemia caused deficiency of insulin or insulin of resistance. From the incidence of diabetes mellitus that continues to increase then the treatment of diabetes mellitus ...
Aditya Maulana Perdana Putra +2 more
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We found evidence that larger fruited plant species are more likely to be found in aseasonal wet areas of Malesia. These areas are likely to be impacted by increasing human encroachment, which threatens both large‐fruited species and the large fauna that are most likely responsible for their dispersal.
Liam A. Trethowan +12 more
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Our main objective was to characterize the tri‐trophic interactions between Fopius arisanus, fruit fly and host plant species by long‐term field database and laboratory assays. Results suggest a possible existence of apparent competition between Bactrocera dorsalis and Bactrocera zonata via F. arisanus.
Laura Moquet +3 more
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Aldose reductase (ALR2) activation in the polyol pathway has been implicated as the primary mechanism for the progression of diabetic retinopathy. Most of the aldose reductase inhibitors (ARIs), used for the treatment of diabetic complications, were withdrawn due to ineffective treatment and adverse side effects caused by nonspecificity.
Angeline Julius +10 more
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Averrhoa bilimbi commonly known as bilimbi, is starchy and nutritious fruit rich in ascorbic acid and minerals. The study was aimed for the development of pasteurized bilimbi syrup, a value added and shelf stable product from bilimbi and thereby increase its market value. The heat penetration characteristics during pasteurization of the syrup packed in
T. K.Srinivasa Gopal +4 more
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The aims of this study was to evaluate the total bacterial colonies, antioxidant activity, lipid oxidation and organoleptic quality of se'i beef with the addition of bilimbi fruits (Averrhoa bilimbi L). The design used in this study was a completely randomized design (CRD) which consisted of 4 treatments and 3 replications.
Epok, Maria A. +2 more
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The global consumption of plant‐based cosmetics has shown spectacular growth in recent years because of rising consumer awareness regarding the long‐term health benefits of natural ingredients. As the global demand for herbal cosmetics increases, there are ample opportunities for Sri Lanka as a tropical Asian country to expand its productions and ...
Dehel Gamage Nadeeshani Dilhara Gamage +6 more
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Post feeding protection from Bilimbi to Motile Aeromonas Septicemia disease in African Catfish
Bilimbi (Averrhoa bilimbi) is plant medicinal used to control fish diseases both prevention and treatment. This study aims to determine the protection period of bilimbi-fed which different duration in catfish to enhance catfish (Clarias sp.) immunity in ...
Sefti Heza Dwinanti +3 more
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Abstract Following a request from the European Commission, the EFSA Panel on Plant Health examined evidence as to whether the import of fruits of Musa (bananas and plantains) could provide a pathway into the EU for Bactrocera dorsalis (Hendel) (Diptera: Tephritidae) or other non‐EU Tephritidae for which Musa is a host. Relevant scientific and technical
EFSA Panel on Plant Health (PLH) +23 more
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