The present study investigated the role of different processing techniques, namely soaking, roasting, blanching and germination, in modifying the techno-functional properties of kodo millet (Paspalum scrobiculatum L.) flour. Kodo millet, an underutilised yet nutritionally rich mi...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i62086
Aims: Dyslipidaemia is a metabolic disorder associated with abnormal lipid metabolism and increased cardiovascular disease risk. Nutrition-based strategies are considered important non-pharmacological approaches for lipid management. This study evaluated the effects of different...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i72089
Processing-induced structural transformations significantly influence the techno-functional properties of cereal flours by modifying hydration behaviour, particle interaction and packing characteristics. The present study investigated the impact of soaking, roasting, blanching, a...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i43831
Marjoram (Origanum majorana L.) is an aromatic herb rich in phenolic compounds, flavonoids and essential oils, traditionally utilized for managing gastrointestinal, respiratory, cardiac, rheumatologic, menstrual and neurological disorders. As domestic cooking practices may alter...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i34037
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and other non-communicable illnesses are on the rise, which has increased demand for functional foods that are culturally acceptable and offer health advantages without sacrificing flavour. Appam and Dhokla, two traditional fermented dishes from In...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i11592
Dyslipidemia, characterized by elevated total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), triglycerides, and reduced high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), is a major metabolic disorder contributing substantially to global cardiovascular morbidity and mortali...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i121915
Aims: Dyslipidemia is widely recognized as a major risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease. In India, it affects approximately 25–30% of the urban population and 15–20% of the rural population. Several generally used food ingredients bear the anti-hyperlipidemic...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2025/v26i61520
Aim: This study aimed to examine the relationship between Body Mass Index (BMI) and lifestyle habits—including diet, physical activity, smoking, alcohol use, meditation, and recreation—among individuals with dyslipidemia. Methods: A cross sectional observational study was conduct...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2025/v26i51503
Fruits of Citrus sp. are reported to be packed with diverse essential nutrients have been valued in traditional medicine across numerous cultures for centuries due to their bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, polyphenols, coumarins, limonoids, carotenoids, tocopherols, and...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i91855
Background: Impaired lipid metabolism is considered to be a major risk factor for the incidence of cardiovascular disease and its related disorders. Aims: The present study was conducted to determine the prevalence of degraded lipid parameters all over region and in urban vs rura...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2025/v26i41453
Aims: The rising demand for sustainable and nutrient-rich foods has intensified interest in using agro-industrial byproducts, particularly oilseed press cakes, as functional food ingredients. This study investigates the functional and proximate composition of almond press cake (A...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2025/v26i41442
Oxidative stress occurs when the body's antioxidant defense mechanisms are unable to neutralize the excess production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and reactive nitrogen species (RNS). Physical exercise is a well-established inducer of oxidative stress, primarily due to enhanc...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2025/v26i41439
Introduction: Pumpkin seed press cake (PSPC), a by-product of oil extraction from nutrient-rich pumpkin seeds (4–6% of fruit weight), is often underutilized as animal feed despite being a valuable source of proteins, dietary fibre, phenolics, and essential minerals. Aim: In this...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i51055