Publications by authors named "Alaa Abuodeh"
Antimicrobial resistance is increasing globally and is one of the major public health concerns. This highlights the need to search for new antimicrobial agents. Natural fruit by-products are a rich source of bioactive compounds.
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- The study focuses on the rising use of skin-lightening products (SLPs) among Jordanian women and aims to assess their knowledge about these products and any associated side effects.* -
- Conducted between October and December 2022, the study surveyed 384 women over 18, revealing that over half had used SLPs, with about 18% experiencing side effects, and most participants recognizing key active ingredients.* -
- Results indicate that Jordanian women are generally informed about SLPs, with younger and more educated individuals showing higher knowledge levels; thus, there is a need for healthcare professionals to promote proper usage and establish stricter regulations.*
Diabetes is a global health problem, and the number of diabetic patients is in continuous rise. Conventional antidiabetic therapies are associated with high costs and limited efficiency. The use of traditional medicine and plant extracts to treat diabetes is gaining high popularity in many countries.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The relationship between obesity and various chronic diseases is well documented. In Jordan, the prevalence of overweight (30.0%) and obesity (38.
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