Publications by authors named "Woragon Wichaiyo"
Diabetes management through dietary intervention has gained significant interest, particularly in the use of natural plant-based inhibitors of key enzymes involved in carbohydrate digestion. The objective of this study was to assess the inhibitory effects of ten Thai culinary vegetables on -glucosidase and -amylase, including Chinese chive (), holy basil (), star gooseberry (), galangal (), bamboo grass (), Turkey berry (), cassod tree (), dill ( L.), noni (), and pearl wattle ().
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- Liver fluke disease is a significant public health issue in northeastern Thailand, primarily influenced by local habits and misconceptions regarding raw fish consumption.
- A study involving 400 individuals over 30 years old identified key risk factors, including owning cats and consuming raw fish either prepared at home or bought locally, which significantly increases infection rates.
- The study suggests launching an educational campaign to promote the safe cooking of fish to prevent liver fluke infections while still enjoying the flavor of fully cooked dishes.*