In recent years, the increasing demand for minimally processed, nutrient-dense foods have spurred the development of non-thermal food processing technologies, such as High-Pressure Processing (HPP), Pulsed Electric Field (PEF), and Cold Plasma. These technologies offer a promisin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4352
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis commonly known as “China Rose”, presents a promising opportunity for enhancing the nutritional and sensory properties of fruit-based products. This study investigated the utilization of hibiscus petals extract as a supplement in strawberry jam to enhance it...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4350
Faradisa Zul Alfi Husna, Dedes Amertaningtyas, Khothibul Umam Al Awwaly, Herly Evanuarini, Firman Jaya, Aris Sri Widati, Agus Susilo, Premy Puspitawati Rahayu & Aulia Puspita Anugra Yekti·Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition·2025
Aims: To determine the effect of adding propolis as a natural preservative on reduction sugar, antioxidant, water activity, texture and color (L a* b*) of milk jelly candy. Study Design: This study used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with 5 treatments and 5 replications. Pl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4351
This study aims to evaluate the nutritional and sensory properties of bread produced from blends of wheat and cocoyam (Xanthosoma sagittifolium) flours, highlighting the potential of cocoyam as a functional ingredient in bread-making A systematic investigation was conducted to as...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4349
Aims: To determine the effect of addition of moringa leaf powder on the making of fermented free-range chicken dendeng in terms of moisture content, water activity (aw), sensory evaluation, and Lab* color. Study Design: Using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD). Place and Durati...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4347
The increased rate of protein energy undernutrition among children has raised an alarm on the need for formulation of rich home-based complementary foods through careful selection and combination of household foodstuffs. This study sought to evaluate complementary food produced f...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4348
Aim: This study was aimed to examine the microbial and sensory quality of tomato powders using different drying methods Study Design: This study involved the design, fabrication, and performance evaluation of a mixed solar-powered dryer optimized for drying agricultural produce,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4346
Fermentation with microorganisms is the principal technology for manufacturing a vast array of food products and alcoholic beverages. The process is synonymous with the process involving microorganisms like bacteria, yeasts, and molds that transform carbohydrates into a vast spec...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4345
Background: In the world today, food materials are no longer considered a source of nutrients solely, but also have to make contributions to the health of consumers. The benefits of food nanotechnology in the utilisation of some food wastes, oil crops, and essential oils rich in...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4344
Meat is one of the most affordable sources of protein and other key nutrients needed in human diets, and drying is a standard method of preservation in Nigeria. Our study evaluated the proximate composition and heavy metal concentrations of processed dried meat (Kilishi) sold in...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i4342