This research work studied the use of cowpea flour and fermented African oil bean seed flour for the production of moi moi and assessment of the proximate properties of the flour blends and the sensory properties of the steamed paste (moi moi). A completely randomized design (CRD...
This study investigated the phytochemical and proximate composition of Seed and Pod methanol extract of Aframomum melegueta. The Seed and the pods extraction were performed by Soxhlet extraction method using methanol. Screening and quantification of total phytochemical in the see...
In this study, ten different freshly tapped palm wine were collected at the point of tapping from traditional palm wine tappers and transported to the laboratory for analysis. Then 1.0 ml dilution was plated on nutrient agar for total heterotrophic bacterial count and on Saboraud...
This work was aimed to study the physicochemical and preservative effects of citric acid produced from yam peels using Aspergillus niger. Fresh yam peels were washed, sundried and milled into flour, after which it was inoculated with Aspergillus niger in a nutrient medium and fer...
Palm wine is of high nutritional and economic importance and plays a significant role in cultural and social practices in Africa. Since the nutritional content is high, there is proliferation of microorganisms which results in spontaneous fermentation. The microbiological quality...
Ethylene is a plant hormone that plays a significant role in the ripening and senescence of fruits and vegetables. While ethylene is essential for many agricultural processes, it can also be detrimental to fresh produce during transport and storage. High levels of ethylene exposu...
Md. Shawan Ali, Shanawaz Ahmed, Md. Rockibul Islam, Md. Sazu Ahamed, Md. Ashikur Rahaman, Mst. Khodeza Khatun & Md. Ashraful Alam·Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition·2024
A class of illnesses known as diabetes mellitus impacts how our bodies utilize glucose or blood sugar in oxidation control by human lunch. It serves as a significant source of energy for the cells that comprise our muscles and tissues which are essential to our health. It's also...
For consumers, the composition of the drinking water is indicated on a label attached to the water bottle. The main objective of this study is to evaluate the labeling of locally bottled drinking water comparing with the Libyan specifications for food and water labels. Physical a...
Garri production stands as a vital economic endeavor in Nigeria, with the well-being of local producers raising concerns regarding health and safety. This study focused on evaluating the prevalence of heat stress among Omoboriowo local garri processing producers in Ifon Osun, Oro...
Background: The psychostimulant that is most often used worldwide is caffeine. It is still unclear how habitual caffeine consumption and physical activity are related. Moreover, research on the relationship between caffeine intake and physical activity have been conducted almost...