Muhammad Yousaf Quddoos

Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan

Publications

• Research Article   
  Effect of Commercially and Home-Made Concoction on Serum LDL, HDL, Cholesterol and Concentrations in Dyslipidemia Adult
  Author(s): Muhammad Yousaf Quddoos*
  
  Dyslipidemia is a condition in which amount of lipids in blood increases above its normal level. The prevalence of dyslipidemia in Pakistan is 16–20% in both men and women. It may be treated through dietary interventions prepared from indigenous sources. Garlic and ginger have a potential to reduce the amount of LDL and triglycerides and also increase the amount of HDL. Honey has antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-dyslipidemia effect and adjusts immunity and glycemic response. Apple cider vinegar contains polyphenol like chromogenic acid which may reduce the serum TGs by reducing the lipogenesis and enhance the removal of the TGs through bile. Vitamin C that is the main constituent of lemon may lower down the risk of coronary Heart disease. Concoction is devised by mixing of several ingredients, like garlic (Allium sativum L.) ginger (.. Read More»