Bioactivity of certain Egyptian Ficus species

Mousa, Ola; Vuorela, Pia; Kiviranta, J.; Wahab, Shadma; Hiltunen, R.; Vuorela, Heikki

doi:10.1016/0378-8741(94)90060-4

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“…), which has biologically active and cytotoxic properties, 56 and the bioactive sycamore fig (ngap; Ficus sycomorus). 57 The fruit of the shea plant (lulu; Vitellaria nilotica) plant was also used to prepare oil during food shortages. We found no evidence of consumption of unripe ackee fruit (Blighia sapida), which induces hypoglycemia and seizures especially in children and may serve as a substitute foodstuff during times of food shortage (November through May in west Africa) 58 None of these wild plants shows any obvious possible relationship to Nodding Syndrome.…”

Section: Other Food Itemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Nodding syndrome in Mundri county, South Sudan: Environmental, nutritional and infectious factors

Spencer¹,

Vandemaele

Richer³

et al. 2013

Afr H. Sci.

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Background: Nodding Syndrome is a seizure disorder of children in Mundri County, Western Equatoria, South Sudan. The disorder is reported to be spreading in South Sudan and northern Uganda. Results: Nodding Syndrome was associated with Onchocerca volvulus and Mansonella perstans infections, with food use of a variety of sorghum (serena) introduced as part of an emergency relief program, and was inversely associated with a history of measles infection. There was no evidence to suggest exposure to a manmade neurotoxic pollutant or chemical agent, other than chemically dressed seed intended for planting but used for food. Food use of cyanogenic plants was documented, and exposure to fungal contaminants could not be excluded. Conclusion: Nodding Syndrome in South Sudan has an unknown etiology. Further research is recommended on the association of Nodding Syndrome with onchocerciasis/mansonelliasis and neurotoxins in plant materials used for food.

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Section: Other Food Itemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Nodding syndrome in Mundri county, South Sudan: Environmental, nutritional and infectious factors

Spencer¹,

Vandemaele

Richer³

et al. 2013

Afr H. Sci.

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“…Teas of various kinds predominate and are used for a wide variety of complaints, primarily indigestion, constipation, colds, and kidney disease. 60 Remedies for liver diseases are available, with rosemary and turmeric being the most common ingredients. Also, parsley and lettuce oil are used for treatment of liver disease.…”

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Complementary and alternative medicine in chronic liver disease

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“…Moderate activity (9 mm) has been recorded against E. coli [30]. The fruit extracts of F. sycomorus L., F. benjamina L. had significant antibacterial activity [19]. El-Fishawy et al (2011) reported that the alcoholic extracts of the leaves and fruits were effective against S. aureus, B. aureus, B. subtilis, E. coli and P. aeruginosa [8].…”

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“…The methanolic extract showed good antimicrobial activity and was more potent towards B. subtilis [14]. Mousa et al (1994) reported the fruit extracts had significant antibacterial activity but no antifungal activity [19]. The aquatic or alcoholic extracts of various parts of this plant were found to have antibacterial activity [2].…”

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confidence: 99%