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Private Sector Agro Input Companies Contribute to Nutrition-sensitive Agriculture in Southern Bangladesh: Evidence from Faridpur and Khulna

Md. Ashraful Islam & Md. Nasfiqul Islam · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Background and Study Areas: Southern Bangladesh faces challenges related to nutritious food production, quality inputs, and technological solutions. Agro-input companies are key players in providing seeds, fertilizers, and services to promote agricultural farming and diverse, nut...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101886

Nutritional and Consumer Acceptability of Dakuwa (West African Snack) Developed from Digitaria iburua (Fonio)

Margaret Osei Agyemang & Gilbert Owiah Sampson · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the nutritional composition, sensory acceptability, and microbiological safety of “Dakuwa”, a traditional West African snack, formulated with fonio (Digitaria iburua) as a primary cereal component. Study Design: An experimental study was conduct...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i111887

Effect of Foxtail Millet, Rock Salt and Black cumin on the Sensory Attributes of Functional Buttermilk

Thangallapally Aravind, Praveen A R, Shashikumar C S & Arunkumar H · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Aims: To design and evaluate a nutritious, functional buttermilk, exploring optimal combinations of foxtail millet, rock salt and black cumin to elevate sensory satisfaction Study Design: Development of functional buttermilk by incorporating functional ingredients at varying leve...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101885

Nutritional Evaluation of Infant Formula Based on Delipidized Corn Flour and Pumpkin Seeds (Citrullus lanatus) in Growing Wistar Rats (Rattus norvegicus)

KONAN BEHIBLO N’GUESSAN BAH, KOUASSI MADINATOU MARIE FRANCE, NAGALO OUSMANE, YEBOUE KOUAME HERMANE, MEITE ALASSANE & AMOIKON KOUAKOU ERNEST · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Background:  Protein-energy malnutrition s a public health problem in developing countries. The search for available and less vegetable protein is recommended as a solution. Nevertheless for their efficient use knowledge of their bio disponibility is recommended. Food seeds known...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101884

Formulation and Standardization of Moringa Enriched Sorghum Idli

SAMRUDDHI DEVARE, MANASWI KHADE, MUSHTAQ DANGE, NIHAL SHAIKH, Krutika Dake & Shruti Bhosale · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Moringa & Sorghum Idli represents an innovative fusion of traditional South Indian cuisine with nutrient-dense ingredients aimed at enhancing the nutritional profile of the conventional idli. Millets, particularly Sorghum bicolor (commonly known as sorghum or great millet), a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101883

Deep Learning in Food Processing and Production: Trends, Innovations and Future Prospects

Shriramulu, Nagaratna, Stephan J, Shashikumar, Manjunatha M K & Chinmayi V · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

This review highlights the transformative role of deep learning in food processing and production. Models like CNNs, GANs, Transformers, and hybrid networks show high accuracy in tasks such as food classification, adulteration detection, and quality assessment. These techniques a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101881

Chemical and Photochemical Profiles of Selected Vietnamese Fruit By-Products

Lê Xuân Sơn, Nguyễn Duy Nhứt, Nguyễn Đình Thuất, Nguyễn Văn Long, Nguyễn Duy Linh, Đặng Thị Thanh Tuyền & Đặng Xuân Cường · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Aims: This study characterized the chemical, mineral, and photochemical properties of underutilized tropical fruit by-products in Vietnam—banana pseudostems, dragon fruit peels, and durian husks—to assess their potential in biomaterials, nutraceuticals, and circular agriculture....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101882

Nutritional Potential of Masa: A Blend of Malted Sorghum and Fermented Baobab Pulp Flour

Ayo, Jerome Adekunle & Udie, Remedy Alorye · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

This study evaluated the chemical composition of masa, a traditional West African fermented cereal food, produced from malted sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) and fermented baobab (Adansonia digitata) pulp. Seven formulations were prepared with 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25% malte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101879

Effect of Processing on the Nutritional and Sensory Properties of the Guava Pickle

Vaibhavi Bagde, SHRAVANI PATIL, MUSHTAQ DANGE, NIHAL SHAIKH, PANDURANG DURE & VIDYA PATIL · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Guava pickle, a widely consumed condiment in various cuisines, was formulated and developed to evaluate its nutritional and quality attributes. The pickle was prepared using ripe guavas (Psidium guajava L.) and a blend of spices, including Capsicum annuum (red chilli powder), Cur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101880

Organoleptic Quality and Shelf-life Evaluation of Nutraceutical Sports Bars Developed Using Desert Plant Prosopis cineraria

Mukesh Sharma & Priyanka Shankar · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

This study focused on the development, organoleptic quality, and shelf-life evaluation of nutraceutical sports bars fortified with Prosopis cineraria pod flour, an underutilized desert plant rich in protein, fiber, minerals, and bioactive compounds. Multiple formulations were pre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101876

Development and Standardisation of Goat Milk Cheeses Using Microbial Rennet Derived from Kluyveromyces lactis

Pratiksha Deshmukh, Siddhi Ghadge, PANDURANG DURE, Shruti Bhosale, NIHAL SHAIKH & VIDYA PATIL · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Cheese has been a part of the human diet for centuries. In ancient times, it served as a concentrated milk product that offered a longer shelf life. Its significant levels of fat and protein made cheese an energy-dense and nutritious food ideal for our industrious ancestors. This...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101877

Characterization of Bioactive Compounds in Whole, Dehulled and Fractions of Milling Byproducts of Lentil

Prasoon Verma, Vaibhav Kumar, Man Mohan Deo, Krishnashis Das, Neelam Sachan, Deepshikha, Manisha Parashar, Jitendra Kumar & Narendra Kumar · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Aims: The development of convenient food products including nutrient-dense pulses along with cereals, make it complete food by integrating complementary proteins present in cereals and pulses. Lentils are major pulse, which is often consumed after dehusking to enhance culinary an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101878

Formulation, Standardization and Shelflife Study of Fiber Rich Idli Premix with Ragi Barnyard Millet and Fortified with Dried Papaya Leaves

PRITI GAIKWAD, MRUNAL KATKAR, YOGITA YADAV, BHAKTI NIKAM, ANUJA SAPKAL & MUSHTAQ DANGE · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Idli is a traditional fermented food product made from a batter of ground rice (Oryza sativa) and black gram (Phaselous muno) which undergoes lactic acid fermentation via lactobacillus. It is a breakfast food originated from South India. This premix provides a gluten- free, low-g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101870

Pharmacological and Nutritional Benefits of Some Edible Mushrooms

Sandhya Dhyani, Himani Belwal, Aabha Rawat & Kanchan Goswami · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Mushrooms are edible fungi enjoyed around the world for their unique taste and flavour. Packed with nutrients, they provide numerous health benefits, yet their full potential is often overlooked. Mushrooms contain bioactive compounds that make them strong candidates for developin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101871

Biodegradation of Developed Edible Cutlery Enriched with Sago and Ragi Flour

Anushka Tate, Ajay Jangam, Aditya Pawar, Siddhesh More, SNEHA PISAL & VAIBHAV REHPADE · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

The growing concerns over plastic waste and environmental sustainability have led to exploring alternative solutions, such as edible cutlery. This project focuses on developing edible cutlery using ragi, sago, and black gram flour, which are nutritious, eco-friendly, and locally...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101872