Background: Complementary foods formulated from locally available cereals, legumes, and vegetables can help address nutrient deficiencies and malnutrition among infants and young children in developing countries. Ginger possesses antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that may...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62070
Dementia is an emerging public health concern, with increasing evidence linking its development to midlife lifestyle factors, particularly dietary patterns. This study assessed dietary patterns and the prevalence of probable dementia among middle-aged men (40-65years) in Eti-Osa...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62069
The development of functional bakery products using underutilized local crops has gained considerable attention as a sustainable approach to address malnutrition and enhance food security. Incorporating nutrient-rich plant-based ingredients into bread formulations not only improv...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62068
Unhealthy dietary habits are increasingly surpassing healthy eating patterns across many regions of the world. This adverse transition in dietary intake and nutritional behaviour has been strongly associated with the global rise in diet-related non-communicable diseases, particul...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62065
Growing consumer preference for safe, minimally processed and naturally preserved food products has encouraged researchers and the meat industry to explore alternative preservation strategies. The incorporation of natural antioxidants and antimicrobial agents into meat products h...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62066
Séraphine Niyibampaye, Lambert Niyoyitungiye, Laetitia Irakoze, Cotivaldes Ciza, Daniel Niyonzima, Françoise Bucumi, Don Divin Rodrigue Neema Matemere, Jean Bosco Ndayishimiye, Floride Bwitonzi, Jean Joseph Arsene Rukundo, Venantie Ntirandekura, Esperance Bedetse & Godefroid Nkeshimana·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2026
The association between diabetes and hypertension represents a major public health problem in Burundi. These patients, who are particularly vulnerable, face food-related challenges that compromise their therapeutic balance. This study aimed to analyze the factors associated with...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62067
The demand for value-added dairy products (VADPs) in India has been increasing due to changing consumer preferences, rising income levels, urbanization and growing awareness regarding nutrition, quality and food safety. Understanding the socio-economic and behavioural factors inf...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62064
Background: Ready-to-eat cereals (RTECs) have become increasingly popular in Nigeria due to their convenience, affordability, nutritional value, and suitability for modern lifestyles. However, the growing consumption of unbranded cereals sold in informal markets has raised concer...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62063
Background: Dichlorvos is a widely used organophosphate insecticide in crop and postharvest protection, but its high toxicity poses serious risks to human health and food safety, particularly in developing countries. Aim: The study aimed to evaluate the presence and concentration...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62062
Background: Iodine deficiency disorders remain prevalent in Nigeria, yet few locally available snack options use natural, affordable iodine sources. Crayfish (Procambarus clarkii) is rich in iodine, but its effect on the techno-functional and sensory properties of cereal–tuber co...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i52060
Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is one of the largest tropical fruits and generates a substantial quantity of waste, accounting for nearly 65–75% of its total weight in the form of non-edible components such as peel, core and perianth. The improper disposal of this agro-wast...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62061
Biscuits are baked snack products made mainly from flour, fat, and other ingredients such as sugar and leavening agents. Wheat flour is the principal ingredient in most biscuits; however, increasing demand for healthier and sustainable foods has encouraged the use of alternative...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i52059
Mango (Mangifera indica L.), universally recognized as the "king of fruits," holds a preeminent position in global horticulture, particularly within the Indian economy. Despite India contributing approximately 40% of global production with an annual output of 26.23 million tonnes...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i52057
Background: Chhana (Indian cheese) is a traditional acid-coagulated dairy product widely consumed in India. It is primarily prepared from buffalo milk due to its high total solids and superior yield. In recent years, blending dairy milk with plant-based sources such as soy milk h...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i52058
Background: Leafy vegetables constitute a vital dietary component across sub-Saharan Africa, yet their cultivation on contaminated soils raises serious food safety concerns, particularly regarding heavy metal accumulation and associated health risks. Aim: This study compared the...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i52056