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Abstract : This study used a dose-response curve to examine the effects of a medium effect dose (MED50) of oat seeds on male albino mice's sperm and testosterone levels. The average dose per kilogram of body weight of extract was 25 mg. Twenty (20) male mice were divided equally into two groups: the control group (DW) and the treated group, which received a daily dose of extract at a concentration of (25 mg/kg b.wt.) for 40 days. The findings revealed a significantly higher level of sperm motility, concentration, viability, and testosterone hormone concentration (P <0.05). Male mice showed a significant (P<0.05) decrease in the proportion of aberrant sperm in the caudal epididymis when compared to the control group. As a result, we can use oat plant seeds to increase the fertility of all living things, including people and other animals.

Abstract : Work fatigue is one of the commonest issue in today's modern industrial world. It has various risk factors ranging from individual factors up until work environment. Not to mention technology developments which surely would affect the conditions of workers. Apron section, in an airport is one of the busiest place where many workers and many activities conducted simultaneously. This requires the workers stay healthy and fit. Fatigue will reduce the level of awareness and performance. Therefore it is substantial to conduct more research related to the risk factors of fatigue and their impact upon apron workers’ performance specifically at Makassar Airport. This study used a cross-sectional design and was conducted in November 2022 with samples of 122 apron workers. The data were analyzed using Path Analysis. This was to see direct and indirect effects through intervening variable (fatigue). The analysis results showed that age (p=0.034), nutritional status (p=0.029), working period (p=0.035), workload (p=0.040), noise (p=0.034) and hot working climate (p=0.040) had correlation or indirect effect on performance through fatigue the intervening variable (p <0.05). It was conclusive that nutritional status, workload, noise and hot working climate had a direct and indirect effect on performance through fatigue as the intervening variable.

Abstract : Salacia lehmbachii has been used in traditional medicine to treat malaria and anaemia, convulsion, pains, inflammation, respiratory disorders, and other health challenges. This study evaluated the antiplasmodial activity and hematological parameters in Plasmodium berghei-infected mice treated with ethanol root extract of S. lehmbachii. Sixty healthy Swiss mice were used for this study. The 4-day suppressive test, curative effects against established rodent malaria infection in mice models and haematological indices. The animals were treated with 20 mL/kg of distilled water, chloroquine 10 mg/kg, 50 mg/kg, 100 mg/kg and 200 mg/g of the ethanol root extract, respectively. The extract at varying doses, significantly (p< 0.05 and p < 0.01) exhibited a dose-dependent decrease in parasitemia in suppressive and curative studies. Chloroquineat 10 mg/kg significantly (p < 0.01) decreased parasitemia levels in the two models of malaria infections. The effect elicited by the extract against plasmodium is equivalent to standard drug in terms comparison. There was a significant increase (p < 0.01) in hematological indices. However, there was also a decrease (P < 0.05) in WBC and its differentials. The secondary metabolites revealed potential phytoconstituents. The extract was found to be non-toxic in mice at 5000 mg/kg. The findings show that S. Lehmbachii ethanol root extract demonstrated high antiplasmodial activity in a dose-dependent fashion and improved hematological indices in plasmodia infected mice.

Abstract : Flexibility is an essential component of musculoskeletal health and is usually associated with physical activity levels. Pregnancy and its aftermath may influence physical activity participation and musculoskeletal flexibility in women, which warrants this study. Thus, this study aimed to assess the physical activity level and musculoskeletal flexibility profile of Nigerian Postpartum women. In this cross-sectional study, 462 postpartum women were conveniently sampled from Healthcare Facilities in Anambra State, Nigeria. Physical Activity was assessed using Global Physical Activity Questionnaire while flexibility profile was assessed using modified sit-and-reach (for the lower back and limb components), total body rotation (for trunk component) and shoulder rotation tests (for upper limb components). Relevant inferential statistics were used to compare variables between the two groups of women. The results showed that 42.0% of the women were fairly flexible and 51.1% of them had high Physical Activity level. Majority (77.6%) of their daily physical activities were from work. Statistically, there was no significant relationship between their physical activity levels and flexibility profile of the participants (p = 0.066). The postpartum physical activity level of the respondents is not a determinant of their musculoskeletal flexibility. Recommendation of structured physical exercises, particularly flexibility trainings to postpartum women in Nigeria is necessary for optimum maintenance of their general postpartum and musculoskeletal health.

Abstract : Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic disease which characterized by hyperglycemia. The higher blood sugar levels result in a buildup of abdominal adipose tissue which is more susceptible to lipolysis so that there is an increase in triglyceride levels. The purpose of this study is to find out the effect of giving breadfruit leaf extract on triglyceride levels in patients with diabetes mellitus type 2 at Blue Health Center, Bone Regency. This type of study is a quasi-experiment with a randomized pretest-posttest design with a control group. A total of 46 outpatients for type 2 diabetes mellitus who have been suffering from Diabetes Mellitus for 1–4 years at Blue Health Center, Bone Regency. The group intervention (given breadfruit leaf extract at dose of 500 mg 1x1 and nutrition education) and control group (nutrition education) for 21 days. The data was analyzed using the Chi-Square, Independent T test, Paired Sample T test, Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test, and Mann-Whitney tests. Study results showed that there was change in triglyceride levels in the intervention group before (219.78±111.15) and after (174.84±84.99) with p=0.000, as well as in the control group showed that there was change in triglyceride levels before (176.26±83.67) and after (152.26±73.58) with p =0.015. There was significant difference in changes in triglyceride levels in the intervention group (-57.73±33.32) and the control group (-24.00±13.43) with p =0.026. The intervention of giving breadfruit leaf extract was significant in reducing triglycerides levels in outpatients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at Blue Health Center, Bone Regency.