European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety

Effect of Processing on the Nutritional Composition of Moringa olifera Leaves and Seeds

N. N. Umerah, A. I. Asouzu & J. I. Okoye · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

Background/Objective: Processing improves the nutritional quality of food and may/not lead to nutrient losses. Processing is done to eliminate inactive microorganisms/ antinutrients and extend the shelf life of food. Moringa oleifera plant is an important tree in some part of Nig...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i330155

Promoting Breastfeeding in Workplaces: Experiences with the Crèche at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Southern Nigeria

G. K. Eke & A. R. Nte · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

Background: The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) aims to promote, protect and support optimal infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices among all women, irrespective of their employment status. Consequently the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i330156

A Comparative Assessment of Quality Features and Physicochemical Characteristics of Rice Bran Supplemented Breads with Local Breads

Md. Lutfor Rahman, Nurul Absar, Md. Jahidul Islam, Shyama Prosad Moulick, Sabbir Ahmed, Mandira Saha, Md. Sabbir Hasan & Khokan Chandra Modak · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

Aims: Qualitative assessment of rice bran supplemented bread with local breads. Study Design: The study was designed to identify good quality bread between rice bran supplemented bread and local breads. Place and Duration of Study: Sample: Five different varieties of rice brans (...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i330148

Factors Associated with the Implementation of the WHO Breastfeeding Recommendations in Momo Division, North-West Region of Cameroon

Nwachan Mirabelle Boh & Ejoh Aba Richard · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

Breastfeeding is essential to break the spiteful cycle of malnutrition in children. In spite of the WHO recommendations on optimum breastfeeding practices and their extensively acknowledged benefits, adherence to these recommendations in Cameroon remains incredibly low. The aim o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i330149

Comparative Antibacterial Analysis and Synergistic Potency of the Leaf Extracts of Ocimum gratissimum Linn. and Gongronema latifolium Benth. on Some Enteric Bacterial Isolates

D. A. Awomukwu, C. K. Anumudu & A. J. Ogbolosingha · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

The research was undertaken to investigate the comparative phytochemical and in-vitro antibacterial activity of the single and combined strengths of the leaf extracts of Ocimum gratissimum Linn and Gongronema latifolium Benth. on some enteric bacterial isolates. The sensitivity t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i230146

Types and Classification of Pesticides Used on Tomatoes Grown in Mwea Irrigation Scheme, Kirinyaga County, Kenya

Momanyi, Violet Nakhungu, N. Keraka, Margaret, A. Abong’o, Deborah & N. Warutere, Peterson · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

This study evaluated 403 farmers from the open field and greenhouse farms in Mwea Irrigation Scheme on the types and classification of pesticides used to control pests and diseases on tomatoes, in July 2017 to June 2018. Five greenhouse tomato farmers were purposively selected wh...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i230145

Food Information Requirements of the Indian Consumers

Sarthak Ghimire, V. Kamalvanshi, D. S. Bunkar & Rajan Kumar · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

Because of increase in the complexity of the food supply chain, there is information asymmetry in the food industry. But, in other hand, due to increase in concern over health, sustainability, local production, genetically modified crops and welfare issues, there is increase in c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i230144

Risk Assessment of the Plant Protection Product PROMAN – with the Active Ingredient Metobromuron

Marit Låg, Hubert Dirven, Jan Ludvig Lyche, Asbjørn Magne Nilsen, Katrine Borgå, Ole Martin Eklo, Merete Grung, Line Emilie Sverdrup & Torsten Källqvist · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

Proman is a new product containing the active substance metobromuron. The intended use is as a broad spectrum selective herbicide for potatoes grown outdoors. VKM’s Panel on Plant Protection Products has discussed the questions raised by The Norwegian Food Safety Authority in the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i230139

Environmental Risk Assessment of Glufosinate-Tolerant Genetically Modified Oilseed Rape T45 for Food and Feed Uses, Import and Processing under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 (Application EFSA/GMO/UK/2005/25)

Audun Helge Nerland, Per Brandtzæg, Merethe Aasmo Finne, Askild Lorentz Holck, Olavi Junttila, Heidi Sjursen Konestabo, Richard Meadow, Kåre M. Nielsen, Ville Erling Sipinen, Hilde-Gunn Opsahl-Sorteberg, Rose Vikse & Åshild Andreassen · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

In preparation for a legal implementation of EU-regulation 1829/2003, the Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food Safety (VKM) has been requested by the Norwegian Directorate for Nature Management to conduct final environmental risk assessments for all genetically modified organi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i230140

Environmental Risk Assessment of Insect Resistant Genetically Modified Maize MON810 for Cultivation, Seed Production, Import, Processing and Feed Uses under Directive 2001/18/EC (Notification C/F/95/12/02)

Audun Helge Nerland, Per Brandtzæg, Merethe Aasmo Finne, Askild Lorentz Holck, Olavi Junttila, Heidi Sjursen Konestabo, Richard Meadow, Kåre M. Nielsen, Ville Erling Sipinen, Hilde-Gunn Opsahl-Sorteberg, Rose Vikse & Åshild Andreassen · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

In preparation for a legal implementation of EU-regulation 1829/2003, the Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food Safety (VKM) has been requested by the Norwegian Directorate for Nature Management to conduct final environmental risk assessments for all genetically modified organi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v11i230141