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Phytochemicals and Nutritional Constituent Evaluation of Bael (Aegle marmelos) Fruit Pulp at Different Development Stage

A. Sarkar, M. Rashid, M. Musarrat & M. Billah · Asian Food Science Journal · 2021

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130257

Proximate, Mineral and Vitamin Content of Flesh, Blanched and Dried Tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum)

Mashi Jamila Ahmed, Idris Ramatu Iya & Markus Faith Dogara · Asian Food Science Journal · 2020

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2020/v18i430223

Chemical and Antioxidant Quality of Breakfast Cereal Extruded from Maize Grits, Partially Defatted Peanut and Beetroot Flour Blend

I. A. Akor, T. M. Ukeyima, B. Kyenge & P. Ochele · Asian Food Science Journal · 2020

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2020/v18i230213

Cockroach (Periplaneta americana): Nutritional Value as Food and Feed For Man and Livestock

Ukoroije, Rosemary Boate & Bawo, Dorcas Suotonye · Asian Food Science Journal · 2020

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2020/v15i230150

Health Benefit-risk Analysis of Locally Cultivated Mango Fruits and Branded Mango Beverages in Adamawa State, Nigeria

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i230079

Proximate Composition, Minerals and Heavy Metals Content of Cassava, Plantain and Yam Flour Sold in Some Markets in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Ndukwe Maduka, Mercy Elenwo & Ngozi Nma Odu · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v11i230057

Evaluation of the Nutritional, Phytochemicals and Functional Properties of Flour Blends Produced from Unripe Plantain, Soybean and Ginger

I. Iwanegbe, A. Jimah & M. Suleiman · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v8i129983

Determination of the Moisture and Mineral Contents in Selected Infant Flour Sold at Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

Mètuor-Dabiré Amana, Konate Kiessoun & Adama Djeneba · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2019/45712

Nutrient and Anti-nutrient Components of Red Type Sorghum Indigenous to Ekpoma Area of Edo State as Influenced by Soaking Techniques

S. O. Omoikhoje & D. O. Obasoyo · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2018

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ARRB/2018/41221

Knowledge and Awareness on Food Fortification among Mother/Child Caretakers of Kinondoni Municipality, Tanzania

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/41103

Proximate Analysis and Minerals of Black Bean Seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Used to Manage Sickle Cell Disease in West Region of Cameroon

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/40521

Seasonal Variation in Major Minerals (Ca, P, K, Mg) and Proximate Composition in Flesh of Mesopotamian Catfish (Silurus triostegus Heckel,1843) from Turkey

Mine Perçin Olgunoglu, Ilkan Ali OlgunoÄŸlu & Mustafa Göçer · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2014

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...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ARRB/2014/9056