The specific heat capacity and thermal conductivity of the ground dika (Irvingia wombolu Vermoesen) kernel were measured using the thermal probe method. Bulk density was determined using the graduated cylinder and the value obtained was used to calculate thermal diffusivity. The...
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Research Article10.9734/ARJA/2017/34845
Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the nutritional composition, antinutritional factors and antioxidant potentials of the bioactive compounds of Moringa oleifera (M. oleifera) seeds and leaves. Place and Duration: The study was carried out in the department o...
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Research Article10.9734/JSRR/2017/32458
Aim: Aim is to investigate the effect of boiling and fermentation of Moringa oleifera (M. oleifera) seed on nutritional quality of enriched maize ogi flour. Place and Duration: The study was carried out in the Department of Food Science and Technology, Obafemi Awolowo University,...
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Research Article10.9734/BJI/2017/32483
Dried fruits have limited food use, this study explored the food utilization potential of dehydrated pineapple slices. The influence of 50 °Brix sugar and 47:3 % w/w sugar/salt solutions on the quality of jam produced were investigated. Pineapple slices were osmotically dehydrate...
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Research Article10.9734/BJAST/2013/3718