The synergistic effect of probiotic bacteria and medicinal plants in Iran
Volume 3, Issue 2 , September 2019, Pages 1-15

https://doi.org/10.22034/HBB.2019.14

Abstract
  The clinical studies proved the antimicrobial synergistic effect of probiotic bacteria and medicinal plants. In addition, this synergic effect can help to maintain food and prevent food corruption. There are plenty of pharmaceutical-probiotic products in the world and offering the same products in Iran ...  Read More

In silico docking of matrix metalloproteinase inhibitors of Hemiscorpius Lepturus to human matrix metalloproteinases - opportunities for novel natural therapeutics
Volume 3, Issue 2 , September 2019, Pages 16-39

https://doi.org/10.22034/HBB.2019.15

Abstract
  Hemiscorpius Lepturus is one of the most dangerous scorpion species in Iran. Four metalloproteinase inhibitors were detected in the transcriptome of venom gland of H.lepturus (HLMetInhibit1, HLMetInhibit2, HLMetInhibit3 and HLMetInhibit4). Their secondary and 3D structures were predicted using Iterative ...  Read More

Assessment of cytotoxicity of isolated fractions from the venom of Iranian viper, Macrovipera lebetina on Brain cancer cell line, U-87MG
Volume 3, Issue 2 , September 2019, Pages 40-51

https://doi.org/10.22034/HBB.2019.16

Abstract
  Brain cancer is the second leading cause of death after leukemia for children. In this study, brain cancer cells (U-87MG) were cultured with 10 % FBS. The Macrovipera lebetina venom was purified by two methods of chromatography. Anti-adhesion and cytotoxic effects were investigated by trypan blue and ...  Read More

The prevalence of natural immunity to Hemophilus influenzae type b in Iranian children
Volume 3, Issue 2 , September 2019, Pages 52-60

https://doi.org/10.22034/HBB.2019.17

Abstract
  Haemophilus influenzae causes various infectious diseases such as meningitis, septic arthritis, bacteriemia, ampyeme and cellulites. Although all subtypes of H. influenzae cause these infectious conditions, H. influenzae type b (Hib) is the most common subtype with a incidence of 95 % and it is known ...  Read More

Genetically Modified (GM) foods and the risk to human health and environment
Volume 3, Issue 2 , September 2019, Pages 61-73

https://doi.org/10.22034/HBB.2019.18

Abstract
  The three major Genetically Modified (GM) foods such as soybeans, canola and corn have been introduced to the global market since 1990. In this article, the potential health impacts of genetically modified foods is reviewed. Contrary to the present biotechnological claims, transgenic products have not ...  Read More

Effectiveness of acceptance and commitment group therapy on quality of life and physical symptoms in gastrointestinal cancer patients
Volume 3, Issue 2 , September 2019, Pages 74-82

https://doi.org/10.22034/HBB.2019.19

Abstract
  The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment group therapy on quality of life and physical symptoms in gastro-intestinal cancer patients. The research was quasi-experimental with pretest, posttest and control group. The statistical population included 32 men with ...  Read More