Aspects of energy metabolism in parasitic helminths and their molluscan hosts with special reference to schistosoma

Energy metabolism of helminth parasites is reviewed in an attempt to show their preference for aerobic or anaerobic metabolism during their life cycles. -Pathways of energy generation in molluscs are also elucidated. -This review was extended to follow manipulation of energy metabolism of the molluscan hosts during host-parasite association in an attempt to clarify the pathophysiological burden induced by the developing parasite on the hosts. Special attention was given to Schistosoma parasites and their molluscan hosts

Garlic: a botanical wonder

Garlic has been in very common use as a popular medicine since ancient time. The present review cover harvesting, storage, chemistry, biological effects and processing of garlic in various products. The quality of garlic is greatly influenced by maturity of the plant, method of drying and storage conditions employed. Garlic is reported to contain sugars, pectic substances, amino acids, vitamins, lipids, sterols, pigments, mineral matters and organic sulphur compounds. It is reported that organic sulphur volatile compounds formed by enzymatic reaction are responsible for the aroma of garlic. The biological effect of garlic has also been discussed and the plant is reported to possess hypolipemic, hypoglycemic, anticoagulant, antihypertensive, anticancer, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities