Webinar on Nutrition and Dietetics July 20-20, 2020 Vancouver, Canada

Biography:

Pushpak Pradiprao Khonde is pursuing a Master Degree in Physical Education from Degree College of Physical Education, Amravati (M.S.) which is affiliated to Sant. Gadge Baba Amravati University. He is the Student chief Editor of the Publication Department and Student President of his Institute.         
 

Abstract:

The public's view of human health has radically changed in recent years, many chronic health problems are being noted worldwide. “Tulsi” which in Latin called “Ocimum Sanctum” and in English “Holy Basil”. Tulsi is also known as “Queen of Herbs” and “Mother Medicine of Nature”. In India, Tulsi plant is worshipped as “Elixir of Life” due to its spiritual and medicinal properties and is considered as good luck while protecting the families from evil (viruses harmful & bacteria, etc.) Every part of the plant, from leaves to its roots and seeds has many great uses for the body. In this world's pandemic with COVID-19, it is really helpful to increase the immune system of the body and to fight with this Coronavirus. In the language of science on Tulsi, it is a tonic for the body and mind that offers solutions to many day-to-day life health problems. It emits oxygen for 24 hours, results in better sleep, consuming it prevents some chronic & acute diseases, promotes well-being, and benefits sex life by increasing fertility. In this research paper, I have included the benefits and uses of this Tulsi plant how it is beneficial for all ages as different parts of it work similarly and differently for the stronger immune system of the body.  This research paper also consists, proper use of this holy basil, some misconceptions about it, and what happens if used in an excess form.

Biography:

Ningning Zhao received his Ph.D. in Nutritional Science from the University of Florida. His postdoctoral training at Oregon Health & Science University was focused on molecular cell biology of metal metabolism. The research in his lab has been focused on examining the basic cell biology of membrane proteins involved in metal metabolism and investigating the role of these proteins in human diseases including hereditary hemochromatosis, cancer, and metal-related neurodegeneration.

Abstract:

Manganese is essential for life. Tight homeostatic regulation is required to prevent manganese deficiency and avoid manganese overload. ZIP14 is a newly identified manganese importer. It is abundantly expressed in the liver and small intestine, the two major organs involved in the control of manganese metabolism. Patients with loss-of-function mutations in ZIP14 developed severe childhood-onset neurological disorder due to manganese hyper-accumulation in the brain; similarly, mice with whole-body Zip14 knockout displayed manganese loading in the blood and brain, indicating an indispensable role for ZIP14 in maintaining systemic Mn homeostasis. Through the deletion of ZIP14 in enterocytes, we have identified ZIP14 as the major transporter mediating basolateral manganese uptake. Lack of ZIP14 severely impaired basolateral-to-apical manganese transport, but strongly enhanced manganese transport in the apical-to-basolateral direction. Mechanistic studies demonstrated that ZIP14 limits manganese absorption via direct reuptake of freshly absorbed manganese. we propose a novel model for the control of systemic manganese homeostasis by ZIP14 that takes into account both manganese absorption by enterocytes and manganese clearance from the portal blood by hepatocytes.

Biography:

Dr. Setorglo graduated with BSc combined major honors in Biochemistry and Nutrition from and Master of Philosophy in Nutrition from University of Ghana, Legon. He completed his Ph.D in Population and Health from University of Cape Coast. He specializes in maternal nutrition and substance use and nutritional status. He has published more than 25 papers in reputed journals. He is also reviewer for a couple of reputable scientific journals. 

Abstract:

: The study investigated the prevalence of obesity, overweight, underweight, stunting and metabolic disease risk among primary pupils. A cross sectional study was conducted using simple random sampling method to recruit 270 primary pupils within the ages of  6-17 years who  had 3 to 6 years of formal education at the Kwaprow M/A Primary and Samrose Academy.  Anthropometric data  and metabolic syndrome indicators were collected.  Risk factors for metabolic disease risk was also assessed through the administration of questionnaires. Proportions were presented for the indicators.

Results: The prevalence of obesity, overweight, underweight, stunting and metabolic disease risk among the primary pupils were 3.5%, 5.3%, 7.7% ,2.4% and 8.8% respectively. There was a higher overweight (14.3%) and obesity (3.5%) prevalence among females than in males There  was a statistically  significant correlation between nutritional status and the risk of metabolic disease ( r=0.7; p< 0.023). Males were more statistically significantly (p<0.022) stunted compared with females.

Conclusion: The prevalence of overweight, underweight and metabolic disease risk was high in Central region compared with the national average.