Plants have long served as important sources of food and therapeutic agents because of their diverse phytochemical constituents and associated biological activities. This study investigated the phytochemical composition, analytical characterisation, and combined antioxidant and a...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i8902
This study produced yoghurt incorporated with beetroot and carrot juices and evaluated its phytochemical, antioxidant and sensory properties. Beetroot and carrot juices were prepared and incorporated into yoghurt at different ratios. The treatments were YOBC1 (yoghurt with 20% be...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i8898
Herbal teas are plant-based infusions that may provide functional properties through naturally occurring bioactive compounds. This study was designed to formulate a fruit-infused herbal green tea premix using green tea powder, orange powder and ginger powder, and to evaluate its...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i8895
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and micronutrient deficiencies are substantial public health challenges in developing regions. Traditional cereal-based gruels often provide insufficient essential nutrients and have limited capacity to sequester free radicals in the body. This st...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i7893
The study investigated the physicochemical properties, phytochemical composition, antioxidants activity, and sensory quality of ready-to-serve beverage produced from blends of watermelon and tiger nut juices. Watermelon and tiger nut were separately processed into juices blended...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2025/v24i6797
With increasing demand for natural preservatives, this study explores the effectiveness of Xylopia aethiopica extracts in reducing vegetable spoilage. The aim was to evaluate these extracts' potential to inhibit spoilage microorganisms, determine the most effective concentration...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i121524
Manju Bhaiyalal Shahare, Shriyans Reddy Yendreddy, Murshidha Shireen, Bhavit Bansal, Kezia William, Yatindra Kumar, Sauvit S Patil & Hridya Ramesh·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2024
Autoimmune diseases are a significant clinical challenge worldwide. Traditional treatments often have adverse effects, leading to a growing interest in alternative therapies. This systematic review attempts a qualitatively synthesize of current evidence on the therapeutic potenti...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i91092
Ifeoma Roseline Nwafor, Yusuf Alhassan, Joseph Ifeanyi Udoh, David Odanibeh, Jumoke Oyaniyi, Victory Kokolae Efoli-Bam, Eberechukwu Osinachi Azubuike, Jane-Frances Chinenye Ojobor & Chibuzo Valentine Nwokafor·Microbiology Research Journal International·2024
Biofilms are a group of microorganisms that exist on living or non-living surfaces, embedded within extracellular matrices produced by microbial cells. They primarily cause antimicrobial resistance and treatment failure in clinical settings. Biofilms resist conventional antimicro...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91482
The study focused on characterising pretreated African yam bean (AYB) and Bambara groundnut (BGN) seed coats for possible use in food formulations. The AYB and BG seed coats were dehulled to separate the seed coats from the cotyledon. The seed coats were pretreated using warm wat...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i8734
Aim: Toxic effects arising from heavy metals and other contaminants in the environment are presently been tackled by the use of medicinal plants. Thus, this study evaluated the protective effects of combined extract of Psidium guajava and Carica papaya leaves on kidney injury occ...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i81073
The aspiration to reduce post-harvest losses of yams via the promotion of utilisation of the abundant readily available raw materials for industrial purposes and production of health-enhancing foods prompted this research. This work focused on evaluating the phytochemical, antiox...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i8732
Herbal beverages with nutraceutical benefits are becoming more widely acknowledged as healthy dietary choices among mindful consumers. There are numerous types of herbal beverages prepared from different morphological plant elements. Edible flowers, with their unique flavors, dis...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i8731
Udeh Charles Chiedu, Malomo Sunday Abiodun, Ijarotimi Oluwole Steve & Arogundade Toyin Joy·Asian Food Science Journal·2023
This study evaluated the nutritional qualities of cookies from whole wheat (WW), orange-fleshed sweet potato (OFSP), defatted peanut (DPN) and rice bran (RB) composite flour. The flours (WPRG 1, 2 and 3) were formulated at different ratios (5.00-37.50%) and 100% WW flour (as cont...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2023/v22i11683
Aims: To assessing the effect of boiling and fermentation on Proximate, mineral, dietary fibre and phytochemical compositions of the raw and processed Lentinus squarrosulus mushroom. Study Design: The mushroom was cultivated, processed into boiled and fermented flour and then ana...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2023/v22i5631
Higher-fungi (Hf) of the polypore mushrooms are considered to have unique secondary metabolites, making them reservoirs of therapeutically significant bioactive compounds. Phytochemical and antioxidant properties of the Hf were accessed in this study. Four Hf, which were found in...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i530389