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Effects of Processing Techniques on Chemical, Functional and Microbial Properties of Two Varieties of Lima Bean (Phaseolus Lunatus) and Maize (Zea Mays) Flours and Sensory Properties of their Products

ABSTRACT   This study evaluated the effects of different domestic food processing techniques on the nutrients, antinutrients, food toxicants composition, functional properties, microbial types and sensory properties of food products based on two varieties of lima bean (Phaseolus lunatus). Black and dark red varieties of lima bean were purchased, cleaned, cooked, soaked, dehulled, xv germinated, fermented […]

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Assessment of Knowledge and Practice of Periconceptional Folic Acid Supplementation (PFAS) among Childbearing age Women (18- 45years) Attending Antenatal Clinics in Enugu, Nigeria

ABSTRACT This study investigated folate (B9) supplementation in the periconceptional period. The general objective of the study was to assess knowledge and practice of periconceptional folic acid supplementation and its health implications, among women of reproductive age in Enugu metropolis of Enugu State, Nigeria. The study was carried out from April to July 2011 in […]

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Development of Products from Sorrel (Hibiscus sabdariffa) and Evaluation of their Nutrients, Phytochemicals, Antinutrients, Toxicants, Physico-Chemical, Sensory and Storage Properties

ABSTRACT The objectives of the study were to develop products from sorrel calyces, leaves and seeds, evaluate the products for nutrients, phytochemicals, antinutrients, food toxicant, physico- chemical, microflora, sensory, storage properties and compare the products produced with existing products. Dry red sorrel calyces, leaves and seeds were used for the study. Pilot study was carried […]

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Effect of Controlled Fermentation of some Traditional Foods on the Glycaemic Response of Diabetic Adult Rats

Effect of Controlled Fermentation of some Traditional Foods on the Glycaemic Response of Diabetic Adult Rats. ABSTRACT Effect of controlled fermentation with Candida tropicalis on glycaemic index of cassava, maize and sorghum flours and blood glucose response, protein utilization, mineral and vitamin bioavailability of their blends in diabetes induced adult rats was studied. Candida tropicalis […]

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Mothers’ Knowledge, Practice of Exclusive Breast Feeding and Anthropometric Indices of their Infants in Aba South Local Government Area, Abia State, Nigeria

Mothers’ Knowledge, Practice of Exclusive Breast Feeding and Anthropometric Indices of their Infants in Aba South Local Government Area, Abia State, Nigeria. ABSTRACT This study assessed mothers’ knowledge, practice of exclusive breastfeeding and the anthropometric indices of their infants in Aba south local government area, Abia state, Nigeria. Five hundred (500) lactating mother-child pair randomly […]

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Chemical Composition of Some Lesser-Known Wild Fruits And Vegetables Consumed In Ayamelum Local Government Area Of Anambra State

Chemical Composition of Some Lesser-Known Wild Fruits And Vegetables Consumed In Ayamelum Local Government Area Of Anambra State. ABSTRACT The study identified some edible fresh wild green leafy vegetables and fruits and determined their nutrients, antinutrients and food toxicants content. The proximate, micronutrients, antinutrients and food toxicants contents of these fruits (Olax viridis (“Osenga”), Gongronema […]

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Assessment of the Nutritional Status, Care and Support of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State

Assessment of the Nutritional Status, Care and Support of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State. ABSTRACT The nutritional status, care and support of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHIV/AIDS) in Nsukka L.G.A of Enugu State was studied at Bishop Shanahan Hospital. The hospital is a HIV counseling and testing (HCT) centre. […]

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