Aim: This research investigated the antibacterial activities of the predominant microorganisms isolated from fermenting cassava mash during fufu production against selected enteropathogenic bacteria. Methodology: Microbiological analysis was carried out on the mash on daily basis...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330068
Aims: To determine the bioactive components and total antioxidant capacity (TAC) in selected underutilized crops of the Himalayan region viz. Barnyard millet, Grain amaranth, Rice bean, Black soybean and Horsegram. Study Design: Experimental design (Lab experiment). Place and Dur...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330067
F. Lusamaki Mukunda, E. Solomo, Mosisi Moleka, Omekomba Konde, L. E. Likaka, Bosuandole Litua, A. Kayisu Kalenga, S. Batina Agasa & C. Kayembe Tshilumba·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2019
Summary: Vitamin A is an essential micronutrient needed by the body for various physiological functions. Its deficiency is associated with several functional disorders. The objective of this study is to determine blood vitamin A levels in malnourished and healthy children. Method...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330066
Background: There is growing interest in the use of natural foods in the management of chronic diseases like diabetes. Ibyer is a fibre rich gruel consumed amongst the Tiv people of Benue State made from whole sorghum or millet flours. Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate th...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330065
Aims: To determine the safety of caloric substitution with 10% (g/kg) apple pomace to a healthy or Western diet. Study Design: Growing (age 22-29 days) female Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly assigned (n=8 rats/group) to consume a purified standard rodent diet (AIN-93G), AIN-93G...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330063
Background: Reports have shown that consumption of acha (Digitaria exilis) is beneficial to both diabetic and hypertensive patients considering its low glycaemic index, if fortified could assist to improve health and in combating hidden hunger. Aims: This work was aimed at establ...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330059
The maize value chain in the Kogi State and most parts of the country from where maize is purchased into the State lacks mechanisms that ensure grain quality and safety. Against the above-backdrop, this study was designed to evaluate toxigenic fungi and associated mycotoxins in m...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330061
This review focused on the influence of environmental systems and/or factors including high tunnel, UV and visible light, fertilization, and irrigation on bioactive compounds in vegetables and fruits. Most studies reported that high tunnel reduced chicoric acid and luteolin in ve...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330062
Acrylamide, a known neurotoxin, reproductive toxin, genotoxin, probable carcinogen, hepatotoxin, and immunotoxin, has sparked intense curiosity due to its prominent presence in thermally processed, carbohydrate-rich foods. Acrylamide formation occurs via the Maillard reaction at...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i330058
Aims: This study was conducted to determine the prevalence and determinants of malnutrition in under five children in selected health facilities in Egume, Dekina LGA, Kogi State. Study Design: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study with historic data that assessed the Preva...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v9i230057