International Journal of Nutrition and Biotechnology Advancements https://journals.univ-tlemcen.dz/JNBA/index.php/JNBA <p><em><strong>The international journal « Nutrition and Biotechnology Advancements »</strong></em> is a peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary open access journal with an expanded scope that not only includes innovations in basic and applied life sciences, but also manuscripts at the intersection of traditionally defined disciplines, i.e., cross-disciplinary studies, where integrative and emerging fields of investigation are being formed. The expanded scope of <em>JNBA</em> encopasses a broad range of topics within the field of global nutritional sciences but is not limited to the following:</p> <p>Nutrition, physiology and metabolism, nutrients, nutraceuticals and immune system, biotechnology advances and biomimetics, agriculture, bioresources and agro-materials, molecular modeling and reactivity.</p> <p>The journal welcomes original research articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case studies, opinion pieces that achieve the advancement of food biotechnology and nutrition sciences and other types of contributions that advance the understanding of nutritional and biotechnology issues. Manuscripts should prove strong research methodology, clear interpretations of results, and healthy nutrition &amp; biotechnology applications.</p> <p><strong>Publisher:</strong> University Abou Bekr Belkaïd, Tlemcen, Algeria.</p> <p><strong>Online ISSN</strong>: 2992-200X.</p> <p> </p> University Abou Bekr Belkaid, Tlemcen en-US International Journal of Nutrition and Biotechnology Advancements The effect of sports and energy drink consumption on overall health and wellness https://journals.univ-tlemcen.dz/JNBA/index.php/JNBA/article/view/14 <p><strong>Background:</strong> The aim of this study is to shed light on the physiological and metabolic effects of sports drinks<br>and energy drinks, which are of great interest not only to sports scientists and nutritionists, but also to medical<br>professionals with an interest in their public health implications.<br><strong>Materials and Methods:</strong> A comprehensive search of the literature was conducted using various databases and a<br>range of keywords, including "sports drink", "energy drink", "physical activity", "active life", and " overall<br>health ". It's intended to ensure that the search was as inclusive as possible, and we therefore included several<br>different terms. The review encompassed a multitude of study types, including randomized controlled trials,<br>cohort studies, and systematic reviews, with the objective of ensuring a comprehensive and diverse range of<br>evidence, in accordance with the established best practices for such a review. To ensure a comprehensive and<br>diverse range of evidence, the inclusion criteria for this review were established to filter studies that assess the<br>relationship between "sports drink," "energy drink," "physical activity," "active life," and "overall health." The<br>objective was to gain the most insight possible, and a total of 25 studies were selected for inclusion in this<br>review. This review is concerned with the relationship between sports drinks, energy drinks, physical activity,<br>and overall health. In order to guarantee the quality and relevance of the selected studies, the search was<br>restricted to peer-reviewed articles published in English between 2006 and 2024.<br><strong>Results:</strong> It would be beneficial to consider the data resulting from the investigation of the phy siological and<br>metabolic effects of sports and energy drinks, with a view to encouraging informed decision -making among<br>consumers of these products and sports and health scientists. It would be beneficial to the extent that the<br>scientific basis of these drinks can be explained from metabolic and physiological perspectives, to reveal the<br>contribution of these products to a wider awareness of their roles in nutrition, performance enhancement and<br>public health.<br><strong>Conclusion:</strong> Sports and energy drinks have become a common feature of today9s fitness and active lifestyle<br>culture. Promoted to improve athletic performance and energy, these sports drinks are sought after by a variety<br>of individuals, including those at the peak of their profession as professional athlete s. Given that they are<br>designed to provide a quick energy boost for the public and athletes, it seems reasonable to suggest that this<br>product would undergo extensive physiological and metabolic analysis concerning both athletic performance and<br>wellness.</p> Onur Oral Naima Badid Iyanuloluwa Ojo PramilaThapa Mumtaz Enser Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Nutrition and Biotechnology Advancements 2024-11-30 2024-11-30 2 1 1:6 1:6 Pathogenicity of Biscogniauxia mediterranea (De. Not. Kunze.) to Quercus seedlings https://journals.univ-tlemcen.dz/JNBA/index.php/JNBA/article/view/15 <p>Introduction: The fungus Biscogniauxia mediterranea (syn.: Hypoxylon mediterraneum) is one of the most<br>dreaded pathogens on trees of the genus Quercus throughout the Mediterranean basin.The present work aims to<br>study in vivo the pathogenicity of two isolates of B. mediterranea from symptomatic trees of the cork oak of the<br>two forests of western Algeria.<br>Methods: The pathogenicity of the isolates was tested on young seedlings of Q. suber and Q. ilex aged one year,<br>by inoculation method, under controlled conditions (T° ~ 19 to 24 °C).<br>Results: After 30 days of inoculation, the two isolates confirmed their pathogenicity towards cork oak and holm<br>oak seedlings causing necrotic lesions on the stem reaching up to 45 mm in certain seedlings. Drying and<br>chlorosis of the leaves are also observed.<br>Conclusion: Given the potential threat posed by the inherent aggressiveness of Biscogniauxia species, further<br>research is deemed necessary to curb the development of charcoal disease on oak trees.</p> Hadjer Smahi Hakim Lahmel Latifa Belhoucine-Guezouli Khedidja Bendjebbar Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Nutrition and Biotechnology Advancements 2024-11-30 2024-11-30 2 1 7:14 7:14 Phenotypic and genotypic insights into a halotolerant bacterium with antimicrobial potential from El Golea Lake https://journals.univ-tlemcen.dz/JNBA/index.php/JNBA/article/view/16 <p>Introduction: The antimicrobial potential of a halotolerant bacterial strain, LMB3982, isolated from the<br>hypersaline Lake El Golea in Algeria at 25% NaCl (w/v), was investigated. The study aimed to evaluate the<br>antimicrobial activity of this strain and to characterize its phenotypic and genotypic properties, with a focus on<br>its bioactive compounds and environmental adaptability.<br>Methods: The strain was subjected to primary and secondary screenings for antimicrobial activity against a<br>panel of test microorganisms. The influence of growth medium and incubation time on the production of<br>antimicrobial metabolites was assessed. Various organic solvents were used to extract antimicrobial compounds,<br>which were then evaluated for their efficacy. Thin-layer chromatography (TLC) was performed on chloroformic<br>extracts using three solvent systems, and chemical properties were analyzed using infrared (IR) s pectroscopy.<br>Additionally, a taxonomic study based on phenotypic and genotypic identification, including 16S rRNA gene<br>sequencing, was conducted.<br>Results: Strain LMB3982 demonstrated significant antimicrobial activity against most test microorganisms, with<br>maximum activity observed after 72 hours of culture on nutrient agar. Chloroform was identified as the most<br>effective solvent for extracting bioactive compounds. TLC analysis revealed the presence of two types of<br>molecules: amines and phenols. IR spectros copy confirmed these findings, showing characteristic peaks<br>corresponding to these compounds. Biochemical tests indicated that the strain could produce various enzymes,<br>utilize multiple sugars, and grow under a wide range of conditions: NaCl concentrations of 0–25%, pH levels of<br>5–11, and temperatures of 15–37°C. Phylogenetic analysis of the 16S rRNA gene sequence positioned strain<br>LMB3982 as a novel taxon within the Bacillales order, showing 96% similarity to Bacillus pseudofirmus and<br>93.3% to Bacillus halodurans<br>Conclusion:. These findings highlight the potential of strain LMB3982 for biotechnological applications,<br>particularly in the production of novel antimicrobial compounds and enzymes adapted to extreme conditions.</p> Fatima Nas Nihel Klouche Khelil Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Nutrition and Biotechnology Advancements 2024-11-30 2024-11-30 2 1 15:22 15:22 Overview of the therapeutic and or pharmaceutical effects of olive mill waste water on the gastroduodenal mucosa injuries https://journals.univ-tlemcen.dz/JNBA/index.php/JNBA/article/view/17 <p>Introduction: The purpose of this study is to review the literature supporting the use of olive mill waste water<br>(OMW) in the management of gastroduodenal mucosa lesions and or ulcer.<br>Methods: Current benchmark data is collected from the DSA for the running year. The survey process is<br>inspired by using various databases to summarise credible research in the in-vivo and in-vitro literature through<br>the systematic use of electronic databases and resources such as Google scholar, Springer link, Science Direct<br>and PubMed. To provide a full and wide scope of relevant evidence, the inclusion criteria for this review were<br>set to filter out studies that assessed the relationship between OMW and gastroduodenal mucosa lesions and or<br>ulcer.<br>Results: A variety of literature was reviewed in order to obtain as much information as possible, and a total of<br>43 studies were selected for inclusion in this overview. This paper focuses on the relationship between OMW<br>and healing effects of gastroduodenal ulcer. It would be useful to scrutinize the data resulting from the study of<br>the physiological and metabolic effects. The meta-analysis has shown that polyphenols from Olea europaea, and<br>therefore those from their OMW, have numerous biological activities, both in terms of primary and secondary<br>prevention, in particular gastroprotective and anti-ulcer activity. Previous research has suspected that OMW<br>polyphenols may have both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help to protect the stomach<br>lining from damage and reduce the risk of developing ulcers. They may also help by suppressing the<br>proliferation of Helicobacter pylori, widely diagnosed in clinical development of gastric wound ulcer.<br>Conclusion: According to diverse studies, OMW compounds have shown potential healling activity. Its antiinflammatory,<br>antioxidant and antibacterial properties may help to protect the stomach mucosa and reduce the<br>risk of developing lesions of the gastroduodenal mucosa. However, further research is needed to fully clarify<br>their mechanisms of their potential health benefits.</p> Naima Badid Onur Oral Fatima Nas Darine Khaldi Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Nutrition and Biotechnology Advancements 2024-11-30 2024-11-30 2 1 23:32 23:32 The impact of taurine on healthy nutrition and Overall health https://journals.univ-tlemcen.dz/JNBA/index.php/JNBA/article/view/18 <p>Background: This review article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the diverse effects of taurine on<br>human health. It seeks to synthesize the existing research findings and explore the potential therapeutic<br>applications of taurine in address ing various medical conditions.<br>Materials and Methods: A comprehensive search of the literature was conducted using various databases and a<br>range of keywords, including "taurine," "nutrition," "health," "metabolism," "physical activity," and "overall<br>health." It was intended to ensure that the search was as inclusive as possible, and therefore several different<br>terms have been included. The review included a variety of study types, such as randomized controlled trials,<br>cohort studies, and systematic reviews , to ensure a comprehensive and diverse range of evidence, in line with the<br>best practice for such a review. To ensure a comprehensive and diverse range of evidence, the inclusion criteria<br>for this review were established to filter studies that assess the relationship among "taurine," "nutrition,"<br>"health," "metabolism," "physical activity," and "overall health." After careful consideration, a total of 26 studies<br>were selected for inclusion in this review. This review aims to shed light on the relationship among eating<br>disorders, wellness, physical activity, and overall health. To ensure the quality and relevance of the selected<br>studies, we limited the search to peer-reviewed articles published in English between 2001 and 2024.<br>Results: Taurine has the potential to offer a range of benefits for athletes, both in terms of supporting their<br>performance and promoting overall health and well-being. While its effects on endurance and strength<br>performance may vary from one individual to another, and there is much to be learned about how it can be most<br>effectively used, the antioxidant properties, hydration benefits, and positive impacts on muscle recovery and<br>cardiovascular health remain consistent across different athletic populations.<br>Conclusion: There is considerable potential for taurine to play a role in nutritional and therapeutic strategies<br>targeting diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and oxidative stress -related conditions. Given its diverse beneficial<br>properties, it seems prudent to include taurine in public health discussions and clinical practice. There is a clear<br>need for continued exploration to fully harness taurine's capabilities in promoting holistic health.</p> Onur Oral Naima Badid Iyanuloluwa Ojo PramilaThapa Mumtaz Enser Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Nutrition and Biotechnology Advancements 2024-11-30 2024-11-30 2 1 33:38 33:38