C N R Santhoshini, V.V. Jagadeeswari, Rushabh J. Makwana, Rahul Pradhan, Manoj Kumar Burdak, Padi Mahesh, Vankadavath Nagaraju & Rathod Tushar Krushnaji·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2025
As the global population continues to grow, ensuring food security and proper nutrition has become more challenging than ever. Edible flowers, once primarily valued for their beauty and cultural significance, are now gaining attention as a sustainable and nutritious food source....
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31654
Koffi Morofie Justin KOUAME, Adobi Christian KADJO, Kohi Alfred KOUAME, Ettien Léon Hamian, Sylvestre DAGO, Missa Mambahy OUATTARA & Koffi David AKAKI·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2025
Aims: Inadequate agricultural practices and poor hygiene among vegetable growers increase the risk of food contamination, compromising public health and degrading natural resources. This study evaluates the impact of different cleaning treatments (sodium bicarbonate, sodium hypoc...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31655
Joaquim J. Picardo, Marlon V. C. Cid, Gisel C. Díaz, Ana Lúcia A. Vendramini, Donato A. G. Aranda, Nina K. da Silva James & Raimundo R. Gamela·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2025
Surimi is a concentrate of myofibrillar proteins obtained from solid residues from fish processing, which is minced, washed, drained and final by the use of stabilizing agents. The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of using different fish species: whitemouth croaker...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31656
Aflatoxin is a type of mycotoxin originating from fungi that contaminates human food and animal feeds, causing serious health effects in humans and animals. The study aims to determine fungal infestation and mycotoxin contamination of human food and animal feeds for public healt...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31650
Aim: This study aimed to isolate and identify the mycoflora associated with fruits and vegetables from local markets in Chitradurga, Karnataka, India, to assess fungal diversity, determine potential post-harvest pathogens, and evaluate their impact on food quality and safety. Stu...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31651
Introduction: Youth are becoming more and more active on social media, with over 90% of them having at least one account. Food and beverage companies take advantage of this trend by targeting teenagers with social media marketing for their products. The influence of social media...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31649
Fresh vegetables eaten raw can be agents of transmission of microbes and heavy metals. The frequency and variability of microbes and heavy metals on 96 vegetables from some large production sites in Mali were evaluated. These sites were Bamako, Kati, Baguineda, Samanko, Sikasso a...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31648
Purpose: Hypertension and diabetes used to occur in adults but are now prevalent in children however, there is no enough information on student’s knowledge on prevention and management of these conditions. Therefore, this study aimed at assessing knowledge on prevention and manag...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31646
This study was designed to evaluate the nutrient composition, microbiological, physical and sensory properties of biscuits produced from blends of wheat, Bambara groundnut and bush mango mesocarp flour. Bambara groundnuts and bush mango mesocarps were separately processed into fl...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31647
Aim: This research is to investigate the effect of heat on the chemical profile of black-eyed beans (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) treated under different conditions. Sample A (used as received from the farmer without further treatment) served as a control to compare with Sample...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31645
Lalzarzova Fanai, Kavitha Rajagaopal, Aparna C. Babu, Renuka Nayar, Sathu T., Jess Vergis, Asha K, Aswathi P.B., Deepika Roy & Hariharan R·European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety·2025
Aims: To develop and evaluate biodegradable polylactic acid (PLA) packaging films incorporated with zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) and assess their effects on the physico-chemical characteristics as well as the shelf life of pork chops under frozen condition Study design: It...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31644
Aims: To assess salt literacy levels among adults in remote communities of Bayelsa State and examine its association with educational attainment. Study Design: The study was a community-based cross-sectional survey. Place and Duration of Study: Conducted in selected communities...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i21643
Aims: Nutritional benefits of sweet potato blended into Rasmalai was explored in this study by developing a value-added Rasmalai. This work aimed to facilitate utilization of sweet potato pulp not only increases nutritive value of product but also improved sensory quality. This s...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i21639
Introduction: Fast-food vendors play a crucial role in meal preparation and provision for a significant portion of the population. However, little is known about their nutritional knowledge and practices, particularly in relation to diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs)....
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i21640
The present study investigated membrane fouling during the clarification of pineapple juice after pretreatment with egg albumin. Pineapple (Ananascomosus L., Merril) is the most popular tropical non-citrus fruits, mainly because of their attractive aroma, refreshing flavour and B...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i21641