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Skin Rejuvenating Effect of Consciousness Energy Healing Treatment Based Herbomineral Formulation
James Jeffery Peoples,
Mahendra Kumar Trivedi,
Alice Branton,
Dahryn Trivedi,
Gopal Nayak,
Sambhu Charan Mondal,
Snehasis Jana
Issue:
Volume 2, Issue 3, August 2017
Pages:
77-87
Received:
29 March 2017
Accepted:
10 April 2017
Published:
9 May 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajpb.20170203.11
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Abstract: Currently in today’s world, herbomineral based cosmetic formulations are continuously gaining popularity globally because they have a high safety profile and skin protection effects. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of a Consciousness Energy Healing (The Trivedi Effect®) Treatment based test formulation and medium (DMEM) against different skin health parameters. The test formulation and DMEM were divided into two parts. One part of each received the Consciousness Energy Healing Treatment by James Jeffery Peoples and were termed as the Biofield Energy Treated samples, while the other samples were denoted as the untreated test items. MTT assay showed more than 70% viable cells, indicating that the test formulation was safe and nontoxic in all the tested concentrations in three cell lines. The percent cell proliferation by BrdU assay was increased by 251.30%, 373.36%, and 722.48% at 8.75, 17.5, and 35 µg/mL, respectively in the BT-DMEM + BT-Test formulation group compared to the UT-DMEM + UT-Test formulation group. Collagen synthesis was significantly (p≤0.001) increased by 32.96% in the UT-DMEM + BT-Test formulation group at 2.5 µg/mL with respect to the untreated group. Elastin was significantly (p≤0.001) increased by 69.49% and 17.13% in the UT-DMEM + BT-Test formulation and BT-DMEM + UT-Test formulation groups, respectively at 10 µg/mL compared to the untreated group. The level of hyaluronic acid was increased remarkably by 14.78% in the BT-DMEM + UT-Test formulation group at 1.25 µg/mL compared to the untreated group. Melanin was suppressed significantly by 14.64% and 18.25% in the UT-DMEM + BT-Test formulation and BT-DMEM + UT-Test formulation groups, respectively at 0.13 µg/mL compared to the untreated group. Skin cells protection against UV-B exposure revealed that the percent cell viability was increased by 4.23% in the BT-DMEM + BT-Test formulation group at 2.5 µg/mL compared to the untreated group. The wound healing activity by scratch assay showed significant wound closure and cell migration activity in the test formulation and DMEM group in both HFF-1 and HaCaT cells compared to the untreated group. Altogether, the data suggests that the Biofield Energy Treated DMEM and test formulation showed better responses compared to the untreated group. Overall, the Biofield Energy Treated test formulation could be developed as an effective cosmetic product to protect and treat various skin problems including infection, photosensitivity, cutis rhomboidalis nuchae, erythema, contact dermatitis, behcet's disease, blepharitis, boil, bowen's disease, skin aging, wrinkles and/or change in skin colour, etc.
Abstract: Currently in today’s world, herbomineral based cosmetic formulations are continuously gaining popularity globally because they have a high safety profile and skin protection effects. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of a Consciousness Energy Healing (The Trivedi Effect®) Treatment based test formulation and medium (DMEM) against di...
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Crop Yields, Nutrient Uptake and Apparent Balances for Lentil-Mungbean-T. Aman Rice Cropping Sequence in Calcareous Soils
Md. Abdul Quddus,
Md. Joinul Αbedin Mian,
Habib Mohammad Naser,
Md. Ashraf Hossain,
Sarmin Sultana,
Md. Abdus Sattar
Issue:
Volume 2, Issue 3, August 2017
Pages:
88-100
Received:
3 April 2017
Accepted:
17 April 2017
Published:
2 June 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajpb.20170203.12
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Abstract: Nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), sulphur (S), zinc (Zn) and boron (B) nutrition of the Lentil-Mungbean-T. Aman rice sequences (L-M-R) are important for increasing crop productivity and improving soil fertility. Field experiments on Lentil-Mungbean-T. Aman rice cropping sequence was conducted in calcareous soils of Madaripur, Bangladesh tomeasure the crop yields, nutrient uptake and apparent balances. Four fertilizer treatments were considered viz. absolute nutrient control (T1); farmer’s practice (T2); AEZ basis fertilizer application (T3) and soil test basis fertilizer application (T4). The treatments were compared in a randomized completely block design with three replications over two consecutive years. The average yields of lentil, mungbean and T. aman rice ranged from 675 to 1067 kg ha-1, 1075 to 1801 kg ha-1 and 3049 to 4843 kg ha-1, respectively showing T4 as the best treatment. Soil test basis fertilizer application (T4) exhibited the highest nutrients uptake by all tested crops. The apparent balance of N and K was negative; however it was less negative for T2 and T4 treatment. The apparent P balance was positive in T2, T3 and T4 but negative in T1. Positive S balance observed in T3 and T4 but negative in T1 and T2. Zinc and B balance in the sequence was positive in case of T3 and T4. Considering highest yield, gross margin and soil fertility have been recommended that the soil test basis fertilizer application is profitable for Lentil-Mungbean-T. Aman rice cropping sequence in calcareous soils of Bangladesh. The study clearly indicate a possibility for the re-adjustment of the N, P, K, S and micronutrients (Zn & B) fertilizer doses for the different rice-based cropping sequence in different agro-ecological zone of Bangladesh.
Abstract: Nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), sulphur (S), zinc (Zn) and boron (B) nutrition of the Lentil-Mungbean-T. Aman rice sequences (L-M-R) are important for increasing crop productivity and improving soil fertility. Field experiments on Lentil-Mungbean-T. Aman rice cropping sequence was conducted in calcareous soils of Madaripur, Bangladesh ...
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Aloe vera Leaf Extract as a Potential Growth Enhancer for Populus Trees Grown Under in vitro Conditions
Issue:
Volume 2, Issue 3, August 2017
Pages:
101-105
Received:
18 May 2017
Accepted:
31 May 2017
Published:
5 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajpb.20170203.13
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Abstract: Natural plant extracts are a cost-effective and environmental friendly alternative to synthetic plant growth regulators and phytohormones. The present in vitro study investigated the promotory activity of various concentrations (0, 10, 20 and 40 mL/L) of Aloe vera leaf extract (ALE) on the growth of hybrid aspen (Populus tremula L. ×Populus tremuloides "Michx") clone T89 and aspen (Populus tremula L.) clone W52. The extract isolated from Aloe vera leaves increased the plant height and weight, number of shoots, leaves and roots, and the root length, as well as mineral concentrations of both Populus clones. The rooted plants were acclimatized in the greenhouse with 90% survival. The results showed that ALE is an efficient alternative source to improve the growth of both Populus clones under study.
Abstract: Natural plant extracts are a cost-effective and environmental friendly alternative to synthetic plant growth regulators and phytohormones. The present in vitro study investigated the promotory activity of various concentrations (0, 10, 20 and 40 mL/L) of Aloe vera leaf extract (ALE) on the growth of hybrid aspen (Populus tremula L. ×Populus tremulo...
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Effects of Plant Spacing and Its Association with Humic Acid Application on the Growth, Yield and Active Composition in Curcuma longa
Fadia El Sherif,
Ezzat Ghoname Ismail
Issue:
Volume 2, Issue 3, August 2017
Pages:
106-113
Received:
19 May 2017
Accepted:
5 June 2017
Published:
5 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajpb.20170203.14
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Abstract: The effects of two plant spacing (20×20 cm) and (40×40 cm), Humic acid concentration (0, 1000 and 2000 ppm) and their interaction on growth, yield and principal components of ethanol extract of Curcuma longa under sand soil conditions were studied. The results showed that plan spacing (20×20cm) increased the growth and yield of Curcuma longa, while Humic acid had no effect on yield of Curcuma longa with the plant spacing (20×20 cm). With increased Humic acid concentration up to 2000 ppm in the case of plant spacing (40×40cm), the growth, yield and curcumin percentage were increased.
Abstract: The effects of two plant spacing (20×20 cm) and (40×40 cm), Humic acid concentration (0, 1000 and 2000 ppm) and their interaction on growth, yield and principal components of ethanol extract of Curcuma longa under sand soil conditions were studied. The results showed that plan spacing (20×20cm) increased the growth and yield of Curcuma longa, while...
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Effect of the Bioactivator Application on Fruit Quality Under Different Irrigation Regime in ‘Kabarla’ Strawberry Variety
Mehmet Ali Sarıdas,
Sevgi Paydas Kargi,
Burcak Kapur,
Eser Celiktopuz
Issue:
Volume 2, Issue 3, August 2017
Pages:
114-119
Received:
2 July 2017
Accepted:
17 July 2017
Published:
9 August 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajpb.20170203.15
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Abstract: Strawberry quality is mostly affected by cultural application such as irrigation and fertilization. In this study, beside of full irrigation (IR100); 50% (IR50), 75% (IR75) and 125% (IR125) were performed different level by drip irrigation. Also, bio-activator which named Comcat, is produced from seaweed and special wild plant. Applications were applied additional with irrigation levels. Their effects on fruit quality such as fruit size (diameter, length and weight), TSS, acidity, pH and ratio of TSS (Total Soluble Solid) with titratable acidity were investigated during active harvest period (March-May). As a result of this study, fruit size was completely determined by the growing period. All fruit size (diameter, length and weight) was found the lowest in May due to increasing temperature and decreasing plant vigor. While the Bio-stimulant application negativity affected the TSS content, the IR50 irrigation regime was increased statistical significantly. Application and irrigation regimes not influenced pH value; however, it was increased throughout progressive harvest period from 3.45 (April) to 3.78 (May). Sugar/acid ratio was statistical significant level increased with progressive harvest time and by lowered water supply. The highest sugar/acid ratio was found in May at IR50 plot with 19.3 value. Also, the results were related to correlation analyses. While the fruit size parameters were positively correlated with each other, these parameters were negatively correlated with pH and TSS which affected the eating quality.
Abstract: Strawberry quality is mostly affected by cultural application such as irrigation and fertilization. In this study, beside of full irrigation (IR100); 50% (IR50), 75% (IR75) and 125% (IR125) were performed different level by drip irrigation. Also, bio-activator which named Comcat, is produced from seaweed and special wild plant. Applications were ap...
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