F. Lusamaki Mukunda, E. Tebandite Kasai, J. Alworonga Opara, J. Posho Ikolonga, S. Batina Agasa, A. Kayisu Kalenga & J. Ntokamunda Kadima·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2017
Home fortification of foods with Multiple Micronutrient has been proposed to maintain normal growing and health of children living in chronic malnutrition conditions. In December 2014, the National Nutrition Programme, in partnership with UNICEF, introduced multiple micronutrient...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/36276
Considering that through the beverages with different types of additives, the adult population is exposed to an acrylamide influence on a daily basis, up to 374 ng/g in unbrewed coffee grounds and 818 µg/kg in coffee substitutes, the aim of this research is to examine and determi...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/35628
Aim: The present study was planned to assess the effectiveness of Information, Education, Communication module in reducing the incidence of anaemia among rural adolescent girls by bringing about a change in their knowledge attitude and practices related to this nutritional defici...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/35745
Zinc is an essential mineral that can cause pathological effects whether in excess or deficiency. Zinc is a component for over 250 enzymes and is required for cell growth, cell division, and cell function. Zinc is found in muscle and bones, with the prostrate, liver, skin, and k...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/35783
Aims: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the protective effect of Deoiled seed cakes extracts of Simarouba glauca and Radermachera xylocarpa toward oxidation of soybean oil during accelerated storage. Study Design: Seeds harvesting, oil extraction, natural antioxidants...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/32175
Fabrice Tonfack Djikeng, Hilaire Macaire Womeni, Enti Anjaneyulu, Gires Teboukeu Boungo, Mallampalli Sri Lakshmi Karuna, Rachapudi Badari Narayana Prasad & Michel Linder·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2017
Aims: The present study was performed in order to test the effect of different concentrations of tea leaves methanolic extracts on the oxidative stability of palm olein subjected at frying temperature. Study Design: Harvesting of fresh tea leaves, cleaning and drying, extraction...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/34993
Jeppe Matthiessen, Lene Frost Andersen, Heléne Enghardt Barbieri, Katja Borodulin, Vibeke Kildegaard Knudsen, Karsten Kørup, Holmfridur Thorgeirsdottir, Ellen Trolle & Sisse Fagt·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2017
Background: The Nordic Plan of Action for better health and quality of life has been put forward by the Nordic Council of Ministers with the aim of reducing unhealthy lifestyles and overweight in the Nordic countries. Monitoring of health behaviour and overweight in the Nordic re...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/35072
Aims: Antioxidants are important in maintaining cellular function in normal pregnancy and are needed for mitigating the effects of oxidative stress. However, there is paucity of information on the importance of antioxidants in pregnant adolescents. This study was therefore aimed...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/24209
K. K. Akinroye, Y. A. Olukosi, T. Atinmo, O. Omueti, C. F. Babasola, O. Idigbe, A. Isah, C. O. Isokpunwu, O. Mobolaji-Lawal, A. Nasidi, O. J. Odia, O. B. Ogunmoyela, O. Okojie, B. J. C. Onwubere, A. Osibogun, R. Schilpzand & O. O. Akinkugbe·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2017
Aims: To issue a consensus statement on Lipids and Cardiovascular Health and the impact of their interrelationship in Nigerian Population. Study Design: Experts from a range of relevant disciplines, deliberated on different aspects of Lipids and Cardiovascular Health in the Niger...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/32036
Aims: Kola nut is a natural product that is rich in biological active compounds. This work was aimed at evaluating the potential of an integrated system based on the combination of membrane processes for the purification and concentration of kola extract bioactive compounds. Plac...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2017/34857