Abigail Nyamawa

Utilization of Polysaccharides Extracted from Tofu Processing Wastewater for Microencapsulation Processes in the Food Industry

T. S. Sonda, Memuna K. Sawi, Abigail Nyamawa & M. S. Sonda · Asian Food Science Journal · 2022

The aim of this study was to extract polysaccharides from tofu processing wastewater obtained from tofu factory located at the outcast of Wuxi city, PR China. The extracted polysaccharide was used as wall material for microencapsulation processes in the food industry. This is exp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i330414

Effect of Pumpkin Seed-based Dietary Intervention on Glycaemic Control among Reproductive-aged Women with Type 2 Diabetes in Sierra Leone

Finda M. M. Barrie, Alhaji I. Sankoh, Marion M. Jigba & Abigail Nyamawa · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a growing global health burden, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Medical nutrition therapy is an integral component of diabetes management, and current guidance supports individualised dietary patterns that include nutrient-dens...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i10928

Gender and Socio-Demographic Determinants of Vitamin A, C, and E Intake Among Infants, Toddlers, and Adults in Rural Sierra Leone

Memuna Kadie Sawi, Fatmata Sheriff, T. S. Sonda & Abigail Nyamawa · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

Aim: Numerous studies have demonstrated that socioeconomic position, gender, and educational attainment have a major impact on dietary diversity and nutritional choices. However, few studies have investigated that of toddlers and adults in rural communities. The goal of this stud...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i4865