Research Journal of Food Science and Nutrition

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RESEARCH JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
Integrity Research Journals

ISSN: 2536-7080
Model: Open Access/Peer Reviewed
DOI: 10.31248/RJFSN
Start Year: 2016
Email: rjfsn@integrityresjournals.org

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RJFSN Articles

Variation In The Functional Properties Of Blends Of Heat-treated Local Thickening Seeds And Cocoyam Flour
Authors:  Mbanali, U. G., Chukwu, M. N.* and Iwuagwu, M. O.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2018.053   |   Article Number: A4A9A74D3
The effects of pre-milling heat treatment types on the functional properties of the resultant flour blends of some indigenous thickening seeds and cocoyam (ede-ocha) at various percentages were examined. Flours of indigenous thickening seeds of achi, ofo and ukpo, and that of cocoyam were used in this work. Functional analyses showed that the blend type of... Continue here
Proximate Composition And Organoleptic Characteristics Of Sausage Rolls Made From Cocoyam And Wheat Flour Enriched With Soybean Flour
Authors:  Peter-ikechukwu, A. I., Ogbuagu J. C., Osuji, C. M., Ihediohamma, N. C., Okafor, D. C.* and Chukwu, M. N.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2018.057   |   Article Number: 9B2403121
Proximate composition and organoleptic properties of sausage rolls made from cocoyam and wheat flour enriched with soybean flour were studied. Cocoyam cormels and soybean were processed into flour, which were later used to formulate composite flour blends, with wheat flour in the ratio of: 90:10:0 (control 1), 80:10:10, 70:10:20, 60:10:30, 50:10:40, respectively,... Continue here
Physio-chemical Properties Of Sugar Syrup Produced From Two Varieties Of Yam (dioscorea Dumetorum And Dioscorea Alata) Using Exogenous Enzymes
Authors:  Okafor D. C.*, Onuegbu N. C., Ibeabuchi J. C., Agunwah I. M., Kabuo N. O., Nweje N. O., Chukwu M. N. and Izuakam, J. C.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2018.055   |   Article Number: 533D87482
Physio-chemical properties of sugar syrup produced from two varieties of yam (Dioscorea dumetorum and Dioscorea alata) using exogenous enzymes were studied. Starch and flour samples of two yam varieties (Dioscorea dumetorum and Dioscorea alata) were converted into sugar syrup by enzyme hydrolysis using exogenous enzymes. The sprouted and unsprouted tubers were... Continue here
Influence Of Freezing And Oven Air Drying On The Total Monomeric Anthocyanins, Vitamin C And Antioxidant Capacity Of African Star Apple
Authors:  Oladimeji, Olusegun
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.059   |   Article Number: 556D25A83
African star apple is a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants. The choice of method for preserving its antioxidant properties is a major decision. The aim of this study was to determine the proximate composition, physical properties, total monomeric anthocyanins contents, vitamin C and antioxidant capacity of different parts (the pulp, the seed, and the peel)... Continue here
Functional Properties Of Turmeric (curcuma Longa) Powder And Physical Properties Of Turmeric Rhizomes Grown In Ekiti State, Nigeria
Authors:  Oladimeji O.*, Idowu-adebayo F. And and Falabake M. A.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.060   |   Article Number: 7D066B6B4
Turmeric is a perennial herb possessing an ovate, orange and often short-branched rootstock that grows to about two feet in length. The study evaluated the physical and functional properties of powder of unpeeled (A) and peeled (B) turmeric rhizome grown in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Turmeric samples were obtained at selected local farms and market of Ekiti Central,... Continue here
Effect Of Processing Methods And Storage Time On Chemical Properties Of Palm Oil
Authors:  Nwakodo, C. S., Chukwu, M. N.*, Iwuagwu, M. O. and Odom, T. C.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2018.058   |   Article Number: FE102C481
The effect of four processing methods and the storage time on the chemical properties of palm oil were determined. The palm oil samples were extracted using hot extraction (HEPO), Cold extraction (CEPO), hot extraction with Sand (HSEPO) and Mechanized extraction (MEPO). Processing methods had no significant effect on the iodine value (45.94±0.68 to... Continue here
Molecular Identification And Species Diversity Of The Microbiota Associated With Soumbara, A Traditional Fermented Food Commonly Consumed In Cote D’ivoire
Authors:  Adjoumani Kouakou Yves, Ouattara G. Honoré, Karou T. Germain and Ghislaine Kouadjo Zeze
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.068   |   Article Number: 20DF56A22
The aim of this study was to investigate the species diversity of microbiota isolated from soumbara, a traditional alkaline-fermented food and the microbial distribution in six major producing regions in Côte d'Ivoire. Ribosomal gene sequencing revealed that the Ivorian soumbara is associated with a wide microbial diversity essentially composed of 10... Continue here
Proximate Composition And Sensory Assessment Of Beans Pudding Prepared Using Two Different Cooking Methods
Authors:  Mercy China*, Nua J. Deedam, Patricia Mbah and Christabel Pepple
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.069   |   Article Number: 47CAE8913
The effect of cooking methods on the proximate composition and sensory properties of beans pudding (moi-moi) was investigated. Two cooking methods were used; dry-heat and steam cooking method. Results for proximate analysis showed that beans pudding prepared using dry-heat cooking method had moisture content of 69.10% while the steamed method recorded 71.89%... Continue here
Effect Of Bambara Groundnut (vigna Subterranea) Consumption On Biomarkers Of Oxidative Stress In Alloxan- Induced Diabetic Wistar Rats
Authors:  Olanipekun, O. T., Omenna, E. C.*, Adeniyi, G. A. and Adedeji, F. T.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.066   |   Article Number: 8DC6ED971
This study investigated the effect of consumption of diet supplemented with Bambara-groundnut (BGN) on some biomarkers of oxidative stress in diabetic induced rats. A total of 24 apparently healthy adult albino wistar rats were assembled and divided into 4 groups A-D; group A (Non diabetic rats, fed on normal diet), B (Diabetic rats fed on normal diet), C... Continue here
Effect Of Controlled Temperature On The Amino Acid Profile And Protease Activity Of Fermented Bottle Gourd Seed
Authors:  Ibeabuchi, J. C., Iheagwara, M. C., Ahaotu, N. N.,, Alagbaoso, S. O., Onuegbu, N. C. and Okafor, D. C.*
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.063   |   Article Number: 1418F8951
The effect of controlled temperature on the amino-acid profile and protease activity of bottle gourd seed (BGS) as well as melon seed (MES) was studied. De-hulled seeds were boiled for 6 hours and fermented at 28oC, 35oC and 42oC for 96 hours. The amino-acid profile of raw, boiled and fermented BGS and MES were determined respectively. The protease activity of the... Continue here
Aloe Vera As A Bio-preservative For Keeping Quality Of Horticultural Products
Authors:  Abdul Jalal* and Naveed Ahmad
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.070   |   Article Number: 5FBEABF22
Postharvest periods are very challenging for marketing of horticultural commodities that are more perishable. Fruit decay is the major postharvest constraint responsible for negative return of horticultural commodities that is expressed by weight loss, color changes, softening and microbial spoilage. Different postharvest techniques like waxing, chemical coating... Continue here
Reference Percentile For Height, Weight And Bmi Among Children/adolescents Of Karachi Pakistan
Authors:  Sara Sadiq*, Muhammad Fazal Hussain Qureshi, Lubna Farooq, Danish Mohammad, Mahira Lakhani and Muneeza Lodhi
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.081   |   Article Number: 33DD3BBF1
Pakistani children of school going age significantly differed from WHO references in which overweight and obesity were significantly higher and underweight was lower than normal when compare to WHO references. Due to this huge discrepancy and lack of data, there was a dire need to establish age appropriate BMI ranges for Pakistani population. The basic aim of the... Continue here
Proximate Composition And Evaluation Of Some Antioxidant Properties Of The Fresh Fruits Of Harungana Madagascariensis Lam. Ex Poir. (hypericaceae)
Authors:  Afieroho O. E.*, Ajuzie J. I. and Afieroho M. C.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.064   |   Article Number: 83AA19D11
This study reports the proximate composition and some antioxidant properties: free radical scavenging (FRS), total phenolics content (TPC) and total flavonoids content (TFC) of the under-utilized fresh fruits of Harungana madagascariensis, a plant widely used in folklore medicine. The proximate compositions were determined following the AOAC method. The... Continue here
Prevalence And Associated Factors Of Double Burden Of Malnutrition Among School Adolescence 10-19 Years In Burayu Town Oromia Special Zone, Ethiopia
Authors:  Abebe Haile and Gemechu Eba
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.078   |   Article Number: D5D7A8172
The double burden of malnutrition is an emerging nutritional problem of the coexistence of underweight and overweight. Obesity affects adolescents from both affluent and poor countries and nutritional status of adolescents in Ethiopia is not well documented, and they are the neglected segment of the population. The study aimed to assess prevalence and associated... Continue here
Micronutrients And Anti-nutritional Composition Of ‘kpaakpa’ (hildegardia Barteri) Seed Flours
Authors:  Ibeabuchi, J. C.*, Ahaotu, N. N., Mmuoasinam B. C., Anaeke E. J., Bede N. E. and Amandikwa Chinyere
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.077   |   Article Number: 2B1931A51
The study investigates the micronutrient and anti-nutritional composition of ‘kpaakpa’ (Hildegardia barteri) seed flours. Defatted and undefatted samples of ‘kpaakpa’ (H. barteri) seed flours were produced. The mineral, vitamin and anti-nutrient composition of the flour samples were determined. Results of mineral composition showed calcium,... Continue here
Proximate Analysis Of Fruits And Vegetables Wastes From Nairobi County, Kenya
Authors:  Kamau J. M.*, Mbui D. N., Mwaniki J. M. and Mwaura F. B.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.088   |   Article Number: 6B4AF42D2
Proximate analysis of twenty fruits and vegetable waste from Nairobi County was evaluated. They were obtained from Kangemi and Wakulima markets. Standard procedures were used for the analysis of crude fat, protein, fiber, carbohydrates, moisture, ash, nitrogen-free extract and energy.  The results obtained revealed that moisture content was in the range of... Continue here
Proximate Composition, Functional Properties And Oil Characterization Of ‘kpaakpa’ (hildegardia Barteri) Seed
Authors:  Ibeabuchi, J. C.*, Bede N. E., Kabuo, N. O., Uzukwu, A. E., Eluchie C. N. and Ofoedu, C. E
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.079   |   Article Number: 0AD232503
: Evaluation of proximate compositions, functional properties and oil characterization of ‘kpaakpa’ (Hildegardia barteri) seed was studied. Defatted and undefatted ‘kpaakpa’ (Hildegardia barteri) seed flours were produced. The proximate and functional properties were determined on both the defatted and undefatted flours. The crude... Continue here
Effect Of Fluted Pumpkin Seeds Flour On The Proximate And Sensory Properties Of Cooking Banana Flour Biscuits And Queens Cake For Household Consumption
Authors:  China, M. A.*, Deedam, N. J. and Olumati, P. N.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2019.082   |   Article Number: 1647B8511
Biscuits and queens cakes were produced from the blends of cooking banana/fluted pumpkin seeds flour at a substitution levels of 100% wheat flour (control), 90% cooking banana, 10% fluted pumpkin seeds flour, 80% cooking banana, 20% fluted pumpkin seeds flour and 70% cooking banana, 30% fluted pumpkin seeds for households consumption. Proximate and sensory... Continue here
Microbiological Quality Of Selected Street Vended Foods During Wet And Dry Season In Parts Of Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors:  Oyet, G. I., Achinewhu, S. C., Kiin-kabari, D. B.* And and Akusu, M. O.
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2020.091   |   Article Number: EF0A2D6F2
Microbiological quality of selected ready-to-eat (RTE) street vended foods (SVF) were determined to evaluate the impact of wet and dry seasons on food safety in 3 locations (Makoba-station 1, Elekahia-station 2 and Rivers State University-station 3). Six food products investigated were roasted plantain (RP), roasted fish (RF), roasted yam (RY), suya (SY), meat pie... Continue here
Storage Stability Of Healthy Nutrient Bar Without Preservatives As Dietary Supplement For Women At Risk Of Osteoporosis
Authors:  Rafiya Munshi*, Anita Kochhar, Amarjeet Kaur and Mohd. Javed
https://doi.org/10.31248/RJFSN2020.090   |   Article Number: A5702AC73
The objective of this study was to examine the stability of the healthy nutrient bars developed as a supplement for the women approaching menopause, who are at risk of osteoporosis. In this study, convenient, ready-to-eat highly nutritious bars with natural food ingredients of plant origin were developed. These analyzed both nutritionally and microbiologically to... Continue here

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