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
The experiment was aimed at comparing the effect of preservation methods on proximate, vitamins and mineral composition of fresh, blanched and dried tomatoes. The tomatoes samples were divided into three; fresh, blanched and dried tomatoes. The research was conducted at the Depa...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2020/v18i430223
The mineral, essential and non essential amino acids contents and the antioxidant capacity of extruded breakfast cereal from maize grits, partially defatted peanut and beetroot flour blends was investigated. Composite flour blends were prepared from maize, peanuts and beetroot fl...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2020/v18i230213
Aim: To ascertain scientifically by proximate analysis, the nutrient composition and mineral contents of the American cockroach Periplaneta americana. Study Design: Completely randomized sample design (CRD) was engaged in the study with 15 parameters replicated five (5) times, to...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2020/v15i230150
I. B. Bwatanglang, S. T. Magili, Y. Musa, S. P. Zira, P. Alexander & Y. Adamu·Asian Food Science Journal·2019
In this study, the vitamin, nutrient, antinutrient and heavy metal concentrations in Powdered mango fruit juices (sachet brands) (PMFJ), Liquid mango fruit juices (LMFJ), and Fresh or raw mango fruits juices (FMFJ) were assessed toward establishing a tradeoff between their health...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i230079
The quality of retailed samples of cassava, yam and plantain flour produced in private homes without adequate monitoring is a concern to consumers. Consequently, this study was aimed at determining proximate composition, minerals and heavy metals content of fifteen (15) packaged...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2019/v11i230057
This study was conducted to evaluate the nutritive value, phytochemicals and functional properties of flour blends from unripe plantain, soybean and ginger. Fresh samples of unripe plantain, soybean and ginger were dried and milled to produce five flour blends. Laboratory analys...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2019/v8i129983
Child malnutrition is one of the major causes of public health and social welfare problems in developing countries. It is manifested by micronutrient deficiency. Indeed, nutritional deficits are particularly severe in children from 6 to 24 months, when their nutritional needs exc...
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Research Article10.9734/AFSJ/2019/45712
Aim: This study investigated the effects of different soaking techniques on the nutritional value and anti-nutrient substances of red type sorghum. Study Design: Completely randomized design was used. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Animal Science Central Laboratory, A...
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Research Article10.9734/ARRB/2018/41221
M. L. Kasankala, M. Kitunda, D. G. Mushumbusi, C. M. Cyprian, W. P. Meghji, M. C. Mgoba & E. Towo·Asian Food Science Journal·2018
Objective: The objective of the study was to evaluate the success of social mobilization and capacity building efforts done to educate the Mother/Child Caretakers and the general public regarding food fortification and the importance of consuming fortified food products in Kinond...
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Research Article10.9734/AFSJ/2018/41103
T. C. Kotue, P. Jayamurthy, P. Nisha, A. C. Pieme, G. Kansci, E. Fokou & P. Ashok·Asian Food Science Journal·2018
Objective: The purpose of this present study was conducted to determine the proximate composition, and minerals of black bean seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) used to manage Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) in West Cameroon Region. Methods: The Proximate composition was estimated by the st...
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Research Article10.9734/AFSJ/2018/40521
In this study, the seasonal variation on selected major minerals (Ca, P, K, Mg) and proximate composition of Mesopotamian catfish (Silurus triostegus Heckel, 1843) were investigated. Fish samples used in this research were obtained seasonally from Atatürk Dam Lake within the boun...
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