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Antioxidant Activity in Aqueous Extracts of Powdered Terminalia chebula Seed Skin Stored for Six Months at Room Temperature and at 4oC
(2015)
All living beings are likely to be exposed to oxidative damages which will lead to health related problems. Therefore preventive measures should be taken to minimize the oxidative damage. In indigenous Medicine, fruits and ...
Effect of Callus Colour Variation and Texture in Different Colchicine Concentrations on the Induction of Rice Polyploids
(2015)
The abiotic stresses caused by salinity and drought are major environmental factors that determine the most serious yield reduction in rice (Oryzasativa L.). The abiotic stresses tolerant ability can be improved by changing ...
Combined Effect of Citric Acid and Ascorbic Acid as Chemical PreTreatments to Prevent Enzymatic Browning in Fresh Cut Ambul Banana (Musa spp.)
(2015)
Minimally processed products give several health benefits to consumer such as reducing meal preparation time, less storage space and reduced waste disposal. Texture and colour are the two of the most noticeable quality of ...
Development of Nutri Mix Fortified with Dehydrated Murunga Leaves and Pumpkin Powder
(2015)
Nutri–mix is an instant food type that can be a good supplement of essential vitamins and minerals that contribute to recommended daily intake. Murunga leaves and pumpkins are commonly found in almost all areas in Sri ...
Time Series Models to Forecast Dengue Fever Incidences in Western Province of Sri Lanka
(2015)
Dengue is one of the most dangerous mosquito viral infections in the world. In the recent past dengue has become the number one killer mosquito infection in Sri Lanka. Each year the number of incidences of dengue is ...
First Report on the in vitro Antihelminthic Activity of Centella Asiatica (“Gotu Kola”/ “Vallaarai”)
(2015)
Anthelmintic resistancehas been reported in animals and also suggested in humans. Thus, there is an urgent need for the identification and development of alternative anthelmintics for human use. With this background, a ...
Effect of Dehydration Methods on Chemical Properties and Antioxidants in Dehydrated Powdered Vegetables
(2015)
Vegetables possess essential dietary nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, fiber and essential antioxidants. Clinical research has revealed that consumption of vegetables and fruits are beneficial to age related diseases, ...
Comparative Study of Tragia involucrata L. and Tragia Spp. by Using Preliminary Standardization Techniques
(2015)
Since ancient times humans have been using plants as medicine in different formulations to treat various ailments. Tragiainvolucrata L. [TI] commonly known as Welkahambiliya (Sinhala) andIndian stinging nettle (English) ...