The growing demand for nutrient-dense, ready-to-cook food products has driven interest in millet-based fortification of traditional staples. This study focused on developing an instant idli premix enriched with finger millet (Eleusine coracana) to improve nutritional quality with...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61745
Introduction: Freshwater and marine ecosystems within the Niger Delta are vulnerable to oil spills, pipeline leaks, and wastewater discharge from oil exploration activities. These events can introduce a range of contaminants, including heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and mercury...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61743
Adequate nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding is essential for maternal and child health, especially in rural communities where access to nutritional information and resources may be limited. If the nutritional needs of the mother are not met, this can lead to lasting and...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61742
A feeding trial was conducted to discern the influence of dietary incorporation of sahjan (Moringa oleifera Lam.) leaf powder and tejpatta (Cinnamomum tamala) leaf powder sensory characteristics of meat in commercial broiler chicken. A total 120 day-old broiler chicks were divide...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61740
Seafood is any form of sea life regarded as food by humans, especially fish and shellfish. Shellfish include various species of molluscs (gastropods, bivalves and cephalopods), crustaceans, and echinoderms. It also includes edible sea plants such as some seaweed and microalgae ar...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61741
The tomato (Solanum Lycopersicon) is one of the most commonly cultivated vegetables worldwide for its fleshy fruits. It falls among perishable goods that require proper postharvest handling to minimize losses. This research examined the influence of postharvest treatments and sto...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61739
Aim: This research was conducted to evaluate glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) of some commonly consumed traditional diets in Northwest, geopolitical zone, Nigeria. Study Design: A cross sectional study was conducted, questionnaires were administered across the local gov...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61738
Cold plasma technology has emerged as a revolutionary non-thermal approach for enhancing the postharvest quality and safety of fruits and vegetables. Unlike conventional thermal processing methods, cold plasma operates at near-room temperatures, making it highly suitable for fres...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61736
Background: Java apple (Syzygium samarangense) is a tropical fruit characterized by its crisp texture and refreshing flavor. It is packed with essential micronutrients, such as calcium and potassium, making it a valuable part of a nutritious diet. Aim: This study aimed to formula...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61737
Microbial contamination of food poses significant public health risks globally, which can lead to foodborne illnesses. In Sri Lanka, poultry, fish, and other types of meat are consumed by the majority in the country. Hence, proper food safety is crucial to minimize microbial cont...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61735
This study evaluated the effect of storage on two value-added snack products i.e., biscuits and sev developed from composite flour made by blending Acacia nilotica pod flour and raw banana flour. The formulation aimed to combine the antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of Aca...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61734
S. Alagendran, Rashmi Mohapatra, Vishnupriya Sethuraman, M. Niharika, Sampath Venkatesan, Ashish Kumar Jatav & Chandan Kumar Panigrahi·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2025
Millets are small-seeded, climate-resilient cereal crops that have gained increasing attention for their potential role in promoting sustainable agriculture and addressing global nutritional challenges. This review explores the comprehensive nutritional profile and documented hea...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i51733
Tamarind (Tamarindus indica L.) is a highly nutritious but underutilized fruit. Tamarind have a significant health benefits but till its potential remains largely unexploited. This present investigation is about the effects of incorporating natural ingredients like cumin (Cuminum...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i51731
This study evaluated the nutritional enhancement and sensory acceptability of biscuits enriched with composite flour made from Acacia nilotica pod flour and raw banana flour. Acacia nilotica, known for its high protein, fibre, and antioxidant content, was incorporated with raw ba...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i51732
The UN projects that population growth will increase global food demand, necessitating higher food production. Aquaculture can help meet this rising need. While popular in Asia, edible macroalgae (seaweed) consumption is rising globally, especially in the US and Europe. Their hig...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i51730