The study evaluated the environmental effects on physico-chemical compositions, microbial load and heavy metal content of cut fruits retailed in Nsukka main market. Whole fruits were procured from fruit vendors in the market. They were washed, peeled (except watermelon) and divid...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i230271
Premy Puspitawati Rahayu, Abdul Manab, Manik Eirry Sawitri, Ria Dewi Andriani, Mulia Winirsya Apriliyani & Imam Thohari·Asian Food Science Journal·2021
Aims: The purpose of this research was to investigate the influence of physicochemical properties of interaction casein with different concentration catechin sources of the cocoa husk. Study design: Casein was added catechin with various concentration treatments (0 (control), 20,...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i230261
The present study was aimed at assessing the physical characteristics and mineral composition of breads produced from blends of wheat-defatted/undefatted cashew kernel flours. Cashew kernel was processed into flour and thereafter divided into two portions. One portion was left un...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i230259
Various wax preservatives (Aloe vera gel, polyethene film, Candle wax, and Control) were evaluated to determine their effect on sensory characteristics (color, texture, and overall acceptability) of sweet oranges (Citrus sinensis) preserved at ambient temperature for 21 days. The...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i230260
Aim and Objectives: The purpose of this study is to reproduce the scent of Sim (Rhodomyrtus tomentosa) flower from natural substances present in Vietnam to replace the scent extracted from Sim flower. Materials and Methods: All the materials for making the Sim flower fragrance an...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130258
Aegle marmelos Correa commonly known as “Bael,” has been recognized as a component of traditional medication for the treatment of various human ailments. The present study was focused on phytochemical screening, nutritional constituent of A. marmelos at different development stag...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130257
Objective: This study aims to determine the influence of the contents of compounds and particle size on the functional properties of leaves powders of M. oleifera. Methodology: The leaves were collected from three farms in the localities of Mbouda and Maroua and processed in powd...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130255
Aims: To determine the effect of roasted soybean flour substitution on the chemical and sensory properties of maize flour snack (Aadun). Study Design: Multiple comparison test was performed on the data obtained using Duncan test Place and Duration of Study: Samples were prepared...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130256
Honey is a sweet substance made by bees using nectar from flowers. Honey is of different types, but the Apis mellifera is the one most commonly used, consumed by people and collected by bee keepers. The flower from which bees gather nectar, determines the colour, chemical composi...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130253
Célestin K. C. Tchekessi, Jultesse S. B. Banon, Arthur Fagbohoun, Tchouaib Aguenou, Akim Bouraima, Pivot S. A. Sachi, Roseline T. M. Bleoussi, Anayce A. M. Djogbe, Karl T. Assogba, Paulin Azokpota & Innocent P. Bokossa Yaou·Asian Food Science Journal·2021
Aims: This study aims to evaluate the microbiological, physicochemical and sensory qualities of beverages sold on the market in Benin. Study Design: The biological material used consisted mainly of beverage samples (126) collected at random from three wholesalers at the points o...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130252
Cereal butter were made from sunflower, pumpkin, garden cress, corn, rye and peanut butter served as control. Chemical, physical, microbiological, textural and sensory evaluation of cereal based butter poduced from different types of cereal were analzed using a standard method. P...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130251
Aim: To quantify the Trypsin Inhibitory Activity (TIA) and Alpha - Amylase Inhibitory Activity (AIA) in legume varieties with effect of cooking. Study Design: Seeds of twelve legume varieties grown in Complete Randomized Block Design (CRBD) in experimental field conditions were u...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130248
Stephen N. Onteri, Anselimo O. Makokha, Beatrice Nyanchama Kiage Mokua & Philip Ndemwa·Asian Food Science Journal·2021
Aims: Iodine plays a key role in thyroid hormone production and functioning. Inadequate iodine intake results in iodine deficiency (ID) which impairs the normal functioning of the thyroid. The deficiency is responsible for damage to brain development, growth retardation, cretinis...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130249
Nasir Ahmed Khan, Waqar Ahmed, Muhammad Aslam Khan, Owais Yasin, Suhail Asad & Shahzad Munir·Asian Food Science Journal·2021
Cultivation of edible fungi (mushrooms) is a useful method for bio-conservation in the agriculture industry. For the better production of mushrooms, we used the agricultural waste material as a substrate for the cultivation of mushrooms. After mushroom harvesting, these substrate...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130250
Ayéméné Cédrick Ardin Koménan, Bio Sigui Bruno Bamba, Joëlle-Annabelle N’gouin, Marie Stella Hermance Akré & Yadé Réné Soro·Asian Food Science Journal·2021
Onion (Allium cepa L.) is a rich source of constituents that are beneficial to human health. However, the short shelf life of these vegetables are a major cause of postharvest losses during peak harvesting season. Drying is one of the most convenient technologies for shelf stable...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2020/v19i430247