The world's food and agricultural programs have gradually declined into an unsustainable
situation due to challenges such as increase in world population, varied agro-climatic …

Bioactive compounds in fruit and vegetables have a positive impact on human health by
reducing oxidative stress, inflammation, and the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer …

Natal plums (Carissa macrocarpa) are a natural source of bioactive compounds, particularly
anthocyanins, and can be consumed as a snack. This study characterized the impact of …

Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) is consumed worldwide with a diverse array of
phytochemicals, including phenolics, that have therapeutic properties such as anti …

Indigenous leafy vegetables (ILVs) play a pivotal role in sustaining the lives of many people
of low socio-economic status who reside in rural areas of most developing countries. Such …

Prior to consumption, African pumpkin leaves (Momordica balsamina L.) are generally
cooked. In this study, the effects of common household cooking methods (boiling, steaming …

The leaves of African pumpkins (Momordica balsamina L.) are a commonly consumed
traditional vegetable. They are a good source of polyphenolic antioxidants and carotenoids …

Leaves of pumpkin species var. Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata Duchesne ex Poir) is
a popularly consumed leafy vegetable in the Southern African region. Traditional vegetables …

Integrin targeted therapies by natural bioactive compounds have attracted attention in the
field of oncology and cancer treatment. This study evaluates the potential of phenolic extract …

Okra is one of the highly nutritious indigenised food crops in Southern Africa. The study
intended to evaluate plant growth, yield, amino acids, and untargeted semi-targeted …