The nutrients in cereals and legumes play pivotal roles as building blocks of living organisms. The cereals are rich in carbohydrates, dietary fibers, vitamins, and minerals, whereas the legumes are good source of protein and amino acids with other vitamins and minerals. But thes...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i7725
The making process of milk candy used many other additional ingredients, one of which is gelatin. Gelatin is a livestock product obtained from processing livestock bones and skin. This research uses gelatin as an additional ingredient for making milk candy. The purpose of this re...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i7726
Antinutritional properties of yam flour treated with chemical preservatives during six months of storage were carried out. Yam samples were purchased from the wurukum market, processed to obtain yam flour treated with chemical preservatives and packaged in plastic and low-density...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i7724
The incorporation of nutritionally-rich yet underutilized local crops into popularly consumed cookies could be employed to address undernourishment in snacking. Hence, the feasibility of producing cookies from wheat flour, soybean and orange fleshed sweet potatoes (OFSP) was inve...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i7723
Aims: Gluten-free (GF) products are essential for individuals with celiac disease, as the only treatment currently available is adhering to a GF diet. Additionally, many people today are increasingly focused on healthy eating and seeking nutritious food options. The purpose of th...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i7721
The study investigated the physico-chemical and storage qualities of “Awara” produced from soymilk with tamarind (Tamarindus indica L.) fruit pulp extract as coagulant. The experimental design was 5 x 6 completely randomized design. The “awara” products were prepared using coagul...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i7722
The study has assessed the feeding habits and nutritional status of adolescents in Bamenda II Municipality. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select four private non boarding secondary schools in Bamenda II Municipality. Systematic sampling was used to select the respond...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i6720
Alimi, J.P., Akanni, A.A., Odutola, B.S., Akande, E. J., Haruna, P. B., Adegbola, R. Q., Sanni, L. O. & Okunade, S. O.·Asian Food Science Journal·2024
This study evaluated the effect of Bambara groundnut flour inclusion on the functional, pasting, physical properties and proximate compositions of composite flour (CF) from cassava and Bambara groundnut. Cassava variety (IITA-TMS-IBA011368) and Bambara groundnut were processed in...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i6719
Maboh, J., Yusufu, M. I., Awambeng, S. M., Agbor, E. A., Konsum, L. K., Ezindu-Odoemelam, M.N. & Yakum, N. K.·Asian Food Science Journal·2024
Biscuit, also known as a cookie is a nutritive snack produced from dough that is transformed into an appetizing product through the application of heat in an oven. This study was aimed at evaluating the quality of biscuit produced from wheat, African almond and pawpaw flour blend...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i6717
Mformoh Martha Beyang, Noumo Ngangmou Thierry, Mache Gilles André, Ejoh Richard Aba, Dobgima John F., Tatsadjieu Ngoune Leopold & Mbofung Carl Moses F·Asian Food Science Journal·2024
Aims: Bitter kola (Garcinia kola) is commonly consumed as a snack in many localities in Cameroon and is considered to have health properties including weight-reducing agent by many people. This study aimed to evaluate the potential of bitter kola in weight management and preventi...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i6718
Aims: This study aims to determine the quality of mayonnaise by adding avocado seed flour as a stabilizer based on pH, viscosity, stability emulsion, emulsion droplets, acidity, and color analysis (L a* b*). Study Design: This study are an laboratory experimental with a completel...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i5715
Manuscript addresses the present era COVID-19 pandemic as one of the global challenges. Still in 2024, the health professionals and scientists are searching and trying to figure out the complete answers about the origin of these zoonoses.In past years of pandemic, plant origin fo...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i6716
Shinta April Mei Tanti, Nurul Hidayah, Anif Mukaromah Wati & Premy Puspitawati Rahayu·Asian Food Science Journal·2024
Aims: This study aims to analyze syneresis, pH, total acid, viscosity, color (L, a*, b*) and sensory analysis (taste, aroma, and color) and antioxidant activity of yogurt set added with Dracaena angustifolia leaves (DAL) extract. Study Design: The research used a factorial expe...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i5714
Olisaka, F. N., Odoh, M. O., Onyia, C. F., Agbodike, C. M., Ikechukwu, C. O & Bello-Ukwueze, M. N.·Asian Food Science Journal·2024
Aim: The aim of this study is to isolate and identify bacteria contaminants present in the honey samples sold in Ogbete market and detect the presence of imipenem resistance genes in the isolates. Place and Duration of Study: A total of four samples were collected from Ogbete mar...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i5712
G. Apriani, C. N. Yunita, D. Rosyidi, P. P. Rahayu, E. Saputro & L. E. Radiati·Asian Food Science Journal·2024
This study aims to determine the levels of PAHs in commercial goat satay in all cities throughout East Java. PAHs are organic compounds that have two or more benzene rings joined together and are made only of carbon and hydrogen. PAHs can enter the human body through breathing, a...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i5713