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Characteristics of Noodles Made from Rice Flours of Major Non-glutinous Rice Cultivars of Japan

Takeshi Nagai, Anri Takagi, Yasuhiro Tanoue, Norihisa Kai & Nobutaka Suzuki · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Rice flours from five species of major non-glutinous rice cultivars in Japan were used to produce noodles in this study, and these properties of noodles were evaluated and compared to those made from medium wheat flour. There was a large difference on moisture and apparent amylos...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43952

Effect of Thermal Processing on the Nutritional Status of Soy Milks and Yoghurts Produced by Enhanced Spontaneous Fermentation

C. N. Obi & A. C. Nwoke · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

This research was carried out to determine the effects of thermal process of boiling of soy bean seeds on the nutritional status of soy milk and soy yoghurt produced by fermentation. The soybean seeds were de-hulled, boiled and thermally processed to soymilk. Food sweetener (Gluc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/44099

Bioactive Compounds in Fish and Their Health Benefits

Dorcas Nguemo Kundam, Israel Okpunyi Acham & Abraham Tartenger Girgih · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Fish have received considerable attention in the last several decades due to the presence of a unique blend of bioactive compounds like omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, protein hydrolysates, polypeptides, peptides, amino acids, vitamins and minerals. The danger of developing...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/41803

Physicochemical and Functional Properties of Flours from Three Purple Maize Varieties Named “Violet de Katiola” in Côte d’Ivoire

Flavie A. Akaffou, Djary M. Koffi, Mariam Cisse & Sébastien L. Niamké · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Aims: The study examined the proximate composition and functional properties of flours from three purple maize varieties from Côte d’Ivoire with a view to exploring their potential uses in food and non-food applications. Study Design: Three different purple maize varieties were g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/44034

The Predominant Lactic Acid Microorganisms of Spontaneously Fermented Amala, a Yam Food Product

Femi Ayoade, Paulina, O. Adeniji, Kellanny, S. Amole, Yeitarere, A. Amaremo, Titilayo, O. Apata, Scott, O. Fayemi, Nicholas, E. Oyejide, Uchenna D. Abazuh, Tolulope, A. Kayode, Gbenga G. Daramola & Onikepe, Folarin · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Aim: Using Four (4) varieties of yam (Dioscorea rotundata), namely, TDr Pepa, TDr Amila, TDr Alumaco and TDr 95/19177 differences in the types of organisms responsible for spontaneous fermentation were evaluated. The organoleptic properties of the final food products were also su...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/44088

Biochemical Characteristics of Mangoes Cultivated in Chad: Characterisation of the Functional Diversity

Augustin Schinzoumka Passannet, Jean Aghofack-Nguemezi & Donatien Gatsing · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Mango is one of the most consumed fruits in Chad and several varieties are cultivated there. However, their biochemical characteristics are still unknown. The objective of this study was to determine the biochemical characteristics of mango varieties cultivated in Chad. Moisture,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43018

Assessment of Nutrient and Storage Stabilizing Potential of Ginger and Garlic on Composite Fruit Smoothies

O. S. Jolayemi & O. A. Adeyeye · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Aims: The study aimed at demonstrating the influence of natural spices (ginger and garlic) and storage conditions on nutritional, microbial and organoleptic characteristics of composite fruit smoothies. Study Design: Completely Randomized General Factorial Design and Multivariate...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/44109

Modelling and Optimisation of Yoghurt Production from Tigernut (Cyperus esculentus L.) Using Response Surface Methodology (RSM)

Oludare Johnson Odejobi, Babatunde Olawoye & Orobola Roland Ogundipe · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Tigernut with its inherent nutritional and therapeutic advantage could serve as a good alternative to scarce cow milk in the production of yoghurt. This is because the crop is locally cultivated in abundant quantities and could grow in every region in Nigeria. In this study, the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/44137

Micronutrients in African Yam Bean-carrot Flours and Acceptability of Its Gruels for Complementary Food

R. E. Kukwa, P. E. Okpainya & J. K. Ikya · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Aims: To explore the benefits of the African Yam Bean (AYB) and carrot composite flour blend for combating the problem of micronutrient deficiency in Nigeria. Place and Duration of Study: Chemistry Department, Benue State University, Makurdi and Advance Animal Science Laboratory,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43536

Evaluation of the Physical, Functional and Microbiological Properties of Composite Bread from Wheat, Tigernut and Defatted Sesame Flour Blends

Samuel A. Ahemen, Angela N. Shima & Israel O. Acham · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

The research was carried out to evaluate the effect of addition of tigernut and defatted sesame flours on the physical, functional and microbiological properties of the wheat bread. Tigernut and sesame were processed into flour, which were used in partially substituting the wheat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43894

Quality Assessment of Fermented Gruel (ogi) Made from Sorghum (Sorghum bicolour) and Moringa Leaves (Moringa oleifera)

V. F. Abioye, B. F. Olanipekun, S. A. Olaniyan & O. O. Oyakale · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

The effect of moringa leaf supplementation on the nutrient composition, quality attributes and consumer acceptability of sorghum-ogi was investigated the present study. Sorghum-ogi samples were produced from different ratios of sorghum grains and moringa leaf powder in the formul...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43381

Effect of Lactobacillus Species and Saccharomyces cerevisiae on the Mineral and Anti-nutrient Composition of Kunu – A Fermented Millet Based Food

S. A. Agboola & O. C. Ojo · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

The effect of Lactobacillus species and Saccharomyces cerevisiae on the mineral and anti-nutrient composition of kunu samples was investigated.  Two species of Lactobacillus and yeast were used as starter cultures for the fermentation of kunu which was allowed to ferment for 48 h...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/44023

Assessment of Food and Nutrient Provision within Prisons in the Ashanti Region of Ghana

Nana Ama Frimpomaa Agyapong, Reginald Adjetey Annan & Charles Apprey · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Objective: Food provision within the institutional environment is important and goes beyond satisfying the physiological need for food to other matters such as overall health and wellbeing which are of core importance to individuals. There is a paucity of data as regards food and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43579

Potentials of Pigeon Pea-wheat Flour Mixes in Bread Production

B. F. Olanipekun, V. F. Abioye, O. J. Oyelade & C. O. Osemobor · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

It is considered that pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) has higher and more balanced protein than most of the other legumes. However, protracted cooking time, antinutritional constituents and dehulling constraints are responsible for its underutilisation in the developing countries. In...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43677

Effect of Different Extraction Methods on the Quality and Stability of Coconut Oil

Fabrice Tonfack Djikeng, Mazarine Cecile Ndambwe Mouto, Gires Boungo Teboukeu & Hilaire Macaire Womeni · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Aims: This study was conducted in order to assess the effect of different extraction methods on the physicochemical properties of coconut oil. Study Design: Coconut harvesting, cleaning, oil extraction, quality analysis. Place and Duration of Study: General Science Laboratory, Sc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43263