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Utilization of Millet, Cassava and Chickpea to Prepare High Nutrient Different Products for Celiac Patients

Mariam Elsoudy Khattab, Akram M.M Elanany & Gamal Saad El-Hadidy · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

This research aims to produce crackers for celiac disease with important nutritional value and sensory characteristics using cassava flour, millet flour, and chickpea flour. The materials used in this investigation were cassava, millet and chickpea flour in addition to additional...

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The Effect of Maternal Knowledge on Exclusive Breastfeeding, Anaemia, and Malaria Risk in Infants: A Cross-Sectional Study in Guéra Province, Chad

Nassaradine Macki Minawir, Yacoub Mahamat Allamine, Daouda M'bodj, Donatien Serge Mbaga, Kunkadi Willy Josue, Woudako Harang, Mahamat Bechir, Bernard Sodio & Alpha Seydou Yaro · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

Background: Malaria and anaemia are common and related health problems in poor countries. Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) might contribute to prevent these diseases in infants, but research is unclear. This study aims to examine the connection between breastfeeding, anaemia, and ma...

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Proximate Assessment of Shrimp (Macrobrachium felicinum) Sourced from Crude Oil Polluted Sites in Rivers State, Nigeria

Ogbu, Eucharia Chinagolum, Ogugbue, Chimezie Jason & Fajoyomi, Bridget Uredo-ojo. · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

This study investigated the nutrient value and the level of hydrocarbon contamination in shrimps sourced from crude oil contaminated sited such as Bodo, Borokiri, Bomu in Rivers state and Oron in Akwa Ibom as control. A total of eight samples of shrimps and water were sourced fro...

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Proximate Composition and Sensory Properties of Juice from Whole Watermelon and Fractions

Ezenwa Jacinta Uchenna, Obiegbuna James Ejikeme & Igwe Ernest Chukwusoro · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

This research work studied the proximate composition and sensory properties of juice from whole watermelon and fractions (2%peel, 30% rind and 68% pulp). Five samples for study were juice from whole watermelon (JWW), juice from pulp (JP), juice from pulp and rind (JPR), juice fro...

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Investigating the Impact of Sprouting on the Nutritional and Anti-nutritional Properties of Ogi Made from Yellow and White Maize Varieties

Taleat A. A. T., Akinyele A. A, Oyinloye O. D., Hammed I. A., Akinyele, Abdulmuiz A. & Abdulkareem S. A · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

Ogi, a popular traditional fermented maize gruel in Africa, is a staple food for millions of people for its nutritional value and versatility in culinary applications. This study investigated the effects of sprouting and fermentation on the nutritive quality of ogi produced from...

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Nutritional Status among School Girls in Ogbia LGA of Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Onokpite Emmanuel, Solomon M Uvoh, Kiridi Emily Gabriel E, Odikeme E David & Ekpokimi A Experience · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

This study aimed to determine the relationship between anthropometric indices of school girls and their regular nutritional dietary intake. Methods: This research adopted a cross-sectional community- based study to assess school girls of age 5-10yrs using well-structured question...

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Effect of Drying Techniques on Phytochemical and Vitamin Compositions of Three Species of Amaranth

Oguji O.A., Obiegbuna J.E., Ubaka I.T. & Chukwunenye, V.C. · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

Amaranth species are highly valued for their rich phytochemical and vitamin content, making them important for both nutrition and health. However, preserving these nutrients during post-harvest processing, particularly drying, is critical to maintaining their benefits. This study...

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Knowledge, Health Practices and Nutritional Policies for Gestational Diabetes, Obesity and Maternal Health for Midwifery and Nurses in Allied and District Hospital Faisalabad

Sammra Maqsood, Saiqa Amjad, Ali Jebreen, Ayesha Waqar & Qandeel Naseer · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

Background: Diabetes and obesity are serious global health problems that raise serious risks of morbidity and death. As front-line healthcare professionals, nurses and midwives commonly deal with pregnant patients who have gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Though Knowledge, At...

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Nutritional Evaluation of Biscuit Fortified with Psyllium Husk, Oat Flour and Sweet Lupine Powder

Wael Mospah. Mospah & Mariam Elsoudy Khattab · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

The investigation's aim to produce biscuits with important nutritional value, physical attributes, and sensory characteristics using psyllium husk flour (PHF), wheat flour (WF), oat flour (OF), and sweet lupine powder (SLP). The materials used in this investigation were OF, SLP,...

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Finger Millet and Defatted Sesame Seeds Flours as Complementary Foods: Nutritional Evaluation and Protein Quality

Nancy S. Terhemba, Charles C. Ariahu, Immanuel U Terhemba & Terna I Nember · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

The role of germination and fermentation on nutritional protein quality indices of finger millet and defatted sesame seeds complementary foods was studied comprising of non-germinated non-fermented finger millet and defatted sesame seeds (NGNFFS), non-germinated fermented finger...

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Impact of Food Systems Transformation on Dietary Patterns and Public Health in Africa: A Mini Review

Chinelo U. Okoye, Chiamaka O. Enechi, Ibrahim A. Olanipekun, Uchechi N. Obiefule, Gideon K. Asumadu-Boateng, Sylvia C. Emejuru, Ruth K. Onwe, Joy A. Ezehmalu & Blessing T. Ayanwunmi · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

Background: The African food system has undergone significant transformations due to globalization, urbanization, economic development, and policy changes. However, agricultural productivity has been constrained by climate variability, limited technology, and inadequate infrastru...

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Developing Dried Marinated Spicy Tilanggit: A Culinary Specialty from Davao Occidental, Philippines

Angelina R. San Juan, Alha Kim Bolanay & John Paul R. Pacyao · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

The study on product development of spicy tilanggit was conducted at Shared Service Facility (SSF) Center of SPAMAST Main Campus Malita, Davao Occidental, Philippines. This study determine the effects of different ratio of chili to the microbiological characteristics and sensory...

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Comparative Evaluation of the Nutritional Profiles of Wild and Pond Reared Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) in Obubra LGA, Cross River State, Nigeria

Inyang, U. A., Essien, E. A., Essien, U. B., Akinjogunla, V. F. & Ekpenyong, E. A. · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

Fish is a good source of rich protein regardless of it source of habitation. However, there are notable variations in the nutritional composition. Thus, this study was conducted to compare the nutritional composition of wild and pond raised African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus). T...

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Development and Standardization of Lemongrass into Coffee Powder for Preparing Cappuccino

Ameenuzaman KM, Prashant Sagar & Neetu Singh · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition · 2024

Herbal incorporated beverages are very much popular now days and its popularity has been increasing day by day. Due to this growing popularity there are significant development happening in herbally incorporated beverages. Also people are more focused on a healthy lifestyle. Peop...

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