C. S. Ugwu

Characterization and Evaluation of the Chemical Properties of Three Common Varieties of Musk Melon Grown in Enugu State, Nigeria

N. N. Umerah, G. N. Onyeji & C. S. Ugwu · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

This study was carried out to evaluate the nutrients, phytochemical and anti-nutritional composition of three muskmelon fruit varieties in Enugu State. The muskmelon varieties were identified, washed, peeled, sliced, and blended to obtain the pulp. The varieties and obtained data...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i1848

Effect of “Uchakiri”(Vitex doniana),“Uturukpa” (Pterocarpus santalinoides) and “Ewa” (Solanum americanum) Methanoic Extract on Iron Status of Rats

N. N. Umerah, U. V. Okolie, G. N. Onyeji, N. M. Oly-Alawuba, C. L. Egbuogu, P. C. Nwani & C. S. Ugwu · Asian Food Science Journal · 2022

Background: Iron deficiency anaemia is a hidden hunger which can affect at every stage of human development especially pregnant women and children. Aim: The study was carried out to ascertain the effect of “ewa”, “uturukpa” and “uchakiri” on iron status of rat. Methods: The veget...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i11599