Guava jam is a widely consumed fruit preserve, while date syrup offers a natural sweetening ingredient that may support value addition. This study developed guava jam with partial substitution of refined sugar by date syrup and evaluated its sensory, physicochemical, nutritional,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4446
Background: CalmiBites is a novel cocoa-oat snack developed using traditional Indian ingredients to provide a palatable and affordable snack option for young adults. Aims: This study aimed to develop CalmiBites and evaluate its sensory acceptability, short-term storage stability...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i3420
This study aimed to formulate and evaluate an amla-based jelly candy enriched with papaya seed powder as a value-added confectionery product. A control jelly candy formulation without papaya seed powder (C0) and an enriched formulation containing papaya seed powder (C1) were prep...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i8901
Background: In recent years, Increased screen time in children is strongly linked to unhealthy snacking habits, characterized by the consumption of energy-dense, nutrient-poor foods. These trends contribute significantly to childhood obesity and poor nutritional health, creating...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i7885
The growing emphasis on fitness and body consciousness has contributed to increased dietary supplement use among physically active young adults. This cross-sectional analytical study aimed to assess the prevalence of dietary supplement consumption and examine demographic and exer...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i2374
Aims: Dietary supplements (DS) are widely used to enhance nutritional intake, offering macro/micronutrients, enzymes, and probiotics in various forms such as pills, powders, and beverages. Despite their widespread use, many people have reported using dietary supplements without a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i1361
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...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i101876
Salt plays a vital role in food production, affecting both the functional properties and taste characteristics of food products. This study aimed to assess the awareness, attitudes, and consumption patterns related to dietary salt among college-going students. A total of 200 part...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2025/v26i41421
The rising demand for functional foods has driven innovation in developing nutrient-dense snacks for active individuals. This study investigates the formulation and nutritional profiling of sports bars fortified with Prosopis cineraria (Sangria), a desert plant valued for its nut...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i3283
Background Information: Food fortification brings forth an inexpensive and scalable solution that can reach vast demographics including those residing in remote or deprived sections. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in Lucknow city using convenience sampling to...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2025/v4i1234
Salt represents an important component in modest levels for the body's proper functioning. Salt is an inorganic substance composed of sodium and chloride ions. Salt is beneficial to human health as it enhances flavour and preserves food, particularly throughout the season. The pu...
Quinoa seed powder and stevia has several health benefits. stevia has been naturally incorporated with sugar making it beneficial for diabetic patients. Burfi was an Indian popular sweet with harmful content and qualities. So, burfi was prepared using quinoa seed powder and stevi...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2022/v14i530506
Burfi is Indian most famous milk sweet based on khoa. Quinoa is one of the world's most famous wellbeing food sources. It has gluten, high in protein and one of only a handful of exceptional plant food sources that contain each of the nine fundamental amino acids. Stevia also con...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i830445