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Whole maize flour could enhance food and nutrition security in Malawi
Abstract Maize is the staple cereal in Malawi, with a daily per capita consumption of 383 g (dry matter basis), …
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The influence of asset ownership and e-marketing on households’ dietary diversity in rural South Africa
Abstract Integrating rural populations into formal food markets is widely recognized as a key strategy for enhancing dietary diversity. However, …
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Osmotic dehydration kinetics of plantain (Musa paradisiaca) using a low-calorie sugar
Abstract Plantain is consumed as a stable food in most sub-Saharan countries and to some extent in southern America and …
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Mycoflora diversity, exposure to mycotoxins, and cancer risk characterization associated with the consumption of two traditionally fermented alcoholic beverages in the Ho municipality of Ghana
Abstract Traditionally fermented alcoholic drinks are made with locally sourced ingredients and traditional knowledge, and they are typically drank in …
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Ethnonutritional study of fruits of Solanum aethiopicum L. and Solanum melongena L. in the district of Galim (Bamboutos) in West Cameroon
Abstract Solanum aethiopicum L. and Solanum melongena L. are endemic plants whose fruits are used in the composition of cultural …
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Chemical composition and consumer acceptability of oyster mushroom and sorghum-pearl millet based composite flours
Abstract Due to over-reliance on starchy staple foods in Kenya Micronutrient deficiency (MD) and Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) are the …
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Application of emulgel in muscle-based foods: a review
Abstract There has been a growing interest in implementing technological food systems to enhance the quality and safety of food …
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Germination process impact on proximate, minerals, and phytochemicals of malt barley, Abyssinian purple-colored barley and wheat
Abstract In this study we aimed to determine germination time impact on the proximate, minerals and phytochemicals content of malt …
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Determinants of multiple maize technology package adoption in Ethiopia: evidence from the Sidama region
Abstract The adoption of improved agricultural technology packages is vital in Ethiopia, as the expansion of cultivable land appears nearly …
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Assessing the adaptability and resilience of cowpea and maize varieties to various climatic zones of Côte d’Ivoire
Abstract The cultivation of cowpea and maize is common, but it is carried out without a prior selection of varieties …
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Consumer perception and physicochemical properties of crude groundnut oil in comparison with selected vegetable oil
Abstract This study investigated the consumer awareness, consumption pattern and the quality of unrefined groundnut oil in comparison with soybean, …
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Status of postharvest papaya anthracnose (Colletotrichum gloeosporioides) in Assosa Zone, Western Ethiopia
Abstract Papaya is among the most economically important fruit crops cultivated in Ethiopia supporting the livelihood of thousands of people. …
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Free amino acids profile of pulp of Saba senegalensis (A.DC.) Pichon fruit in the three climatic areas of Burkina Faso
Abstract Non-timber forest products are often disregarded in favor of primary crops in Burkina Faso, despite their nutritional significance and …
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Evaluation and health risk assessment of phthalates in Okpa (cow pea pudding) packaged and cooked with polyethene bags in Nsukka, Enugu state, South-East Nigeria
Abstract Environmental toxicants enter the body via ingestion, inhalation or dermal absorption. Food is one of the major ways by …
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Perceptions of veterinary extension staff regarding poultry feed and ingredients in selected districts of Uganda: a qualitative study
Abstract Background Feedstuffs and poultry feeds of low quality are major limitations to the growth of the poultry sector. Methods …
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Evaluation of aflatoxin content in “Cheka” (traditional beverage in South-Western Ethiopia) and its major ingredient (maize)
Abstract Background Aflatoxin is a toxic cancerous fungal secondary metabolite produced by Aspergillus species. Consumption of aflatoxin-contaminated cereals and their …
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Antioxidant and anti-glycation activity of eight Moroccan honeys from different botanical origins
Abstract Eight monofloral honey samples from different botanical and geographical origins in the central and eastern parts of Morocco were …
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Determinants of adoption of climate smart agricultural technologies in wheat production in Arsi Zone, Oromia Region of Ethiopia
Abstract Climate-resilient crop production requires the use of crop technology that can sustainably increase productivity, build resilience to climate change, …
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Development of micronutrient dense composite flour for routine enrichment of complementary foods for children 6–24 months old in Acholi sub-region of Uganda
Abstract Background The use of local foods has been widely recognized as a sustainable strategy to address micronutrient deficiencies among …
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Health risks of potentially toxic metals in cereal-based breakfast meals in the Kumasi Metropolis, Ghana
Abstract Metal exposure through cereal-based breakfasts was studied in humans of varied ages (infants, toddlers, children, adolescents, adults, and the …