Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences

Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015

  • Identification of Lactic Acid Bacteria in Raw Milk and Kariesh Cheese with Special Reference to Lactococcus garvieae

    Eman Nabil Abdelfatah, Asmaa Badr Moustafa Badr Tahoun

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 203-208
    Received: 8 September 2015
    Accepted: 30 September 2015
    Published: 21 October 2015
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    Abstract: Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) are used widely in the manufacture of fermented foods and inhibiting pathogenic as well as spoilage bacteria in these products and they are considered to be highly useful microorganisms to society, so we carried out this work to identify lactic acid bacteria in raw milk and traditional Egyptian raw milk starter-free chees... Show More
  • Nutrient Intake and Immune Status of HIV Sero-positive Patients in a Comprehensive Care Clinic at Chulaimbo Sub-district Hospital, Kenya

    Agatha Christine Onyango, Mary Khakoni Walingo, Grace Mbagaya, Rose Kakai

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 209-215
    Received: 8 September 2015
    Accepted: 29 September 2015
    Published: 27 October 2015
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    Abstract: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and nutrition status of human are linked to HIV infection and poor nutrient intake can speed the disease progress. Both macro-and micronutrient deficiencies could impair host immune functions and promote viral replication and pathogenicity, thus potentially affecting the clinical course of HIV infection. The objec... Show More
  • Physio-Chemical and Sensorial Quality Evaluation of Commercially Available Dried Apricots of Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan

    Naveed Hussian, Muhammad Shahnawaz, Yawar Abbas, Nawazish Ali, Tanveer Abbas, Sami Ullah, Attarad Ali, Altaf Hussain

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 216-222
    Received: 14 October 2015
    Accepted: 26 October 2015
    Published: 10 November 2015
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    Abstract: The purpose of current study is to evaluate the physicochemical characteristics and sensory evaluation in some varieties of dried apricot from Gilgit-Baltistan. Dried apricots of four different varities (Margulam. Halman, Habi and Khakas) were analyzed for the physicochemical characteristics and sensory evaluation. Maximum total ash was found in Ha... Show More
  • Evaluation of Biofield Energy Treatment on Physical and Thermal Characteristics of Selenium Powder

    Mahendra Kumar Trivedi, Rama Mohan Tallapragada, Alice Branton, Dahryn Trivedi, Gopal Nayak, Omprakash Latiyal, Snehasis Jana

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 223-228
    Received: 12 October 2015
    Accepted: 21 October 2015
    Published: 16 November 2015
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    Abstract: Selenium (Se) is an essential trace element, and its deficiency in the humans leads to increase the risk of various diseases, such as cancer and heart diseases. The objective of this study was to investigate the influence of biofield energy treatment on the physical and thermal properties of the selenium powder. The selenium powder was divided into... Show More
  • Influence of Coconut Fibre Inclusion on Rheological Properties of Composite Wheat-Cassava Flour Dough Using the Mixolab

    Ibidapo Phebean Olubunmi, Ogunji Oluwatosin Akinyele, Kosoko Sulaimon Babatunde, Ojo Olusola E., Osibanjo Adetola Adetokunbo, Elemo Gloria N.

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 229-235
    Received: 15 October 2015
    Accepted: 26 October 2015
    Published: 19 November 2015
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    Abstract: Coconut (Cocos nucifera) is one of the tropical nut fruits containing high percentage of dietary fibre among plant foods that are beneficial to human health. Rheological characteristics measurements for wheat cassava flour blends with the inclusion of coconut fibre were studied using the Mixolab, the standard “Chopin+”protocol. The flour blends wer... Show More
  • Knowledge and Practices of Mothers: Infant and Young Child’s Feeding in Chowk Azam, the Punjab, Pakistan

    Anaam Arif, Ejaz Ahmad Khan, Abid Hussain, Muhammad Awais Arif

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 236-239
    Received: 19 October 2015
    Accepted: 2 November 2015
    Published: 5 December 2015
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    Abstract: In order to investigate the knowledge and practices of mothers regarding breast feeding and complementary feeding and to assess their compliance with the health guidelines, we conducted a cross-sectional survey of infant complementary feeding and breast feeding practices was conducted in a sample of 230 mothers. Data was collected systematically fr... Show More
  • Evaluation of Chromium Composition of Commonly Consumed Leafy Vegetables Juice Selected from South West Nigeria

    Kubura Temitope Odufuwa, Moronke Muinat Adeyanju, Charles Babatunde Adeosun, Adeleke Kazeem Atunnise, Bamidele Adewale Salau

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 240-244
    Received: 2 May 2014
    Accepted: 17 May 2014
    Published: 14 December 2015
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    Abstract: Chromium is necessary for insulin function, nutrient uptake and regulation of major metabolism as well as boosting of immune system amongst others; available in vegetables, the cheapest source for the majority of people living in developing countries. Seven commonly consumed vegetables in south west Nigeria were collected from four major markets in... Show More
  • Morphological Characterization, Quality, Yield and DNA Fingerprinting of Biofield Energy Treated Alphonso Mango (Mangifera indica L.)

    Mahendra Kumar Trivedi, Alice Branton, Dahryn Trivedi, Gopal Nayak, Sambhu Charan Mondal, Snehasis Jana

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 245-250
    Received: 19 October 2015
    Accepted: 4 December 2015
    Published: 22 December 2015
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    Abstract: Alphonso is the most delicious variety of mango (Mangifera indica L.) known for its excellent texture, taste, and richness with vitamins and minerals. The present study was attempted to evaluate the impact of Mr. Trivedi’s biofield energy treatment on morphological characteristics, quality, yield and molecular assessment of mango. A plot of 16 acre... Show More
  • Effect of Breakfast Eating Patterns and Anthropometric Measurements on Cognitive Function of Early Adolescents in Rural Area of Sidama Zone, Southern Ethiopia

    Anchamo Anato Adole, Pragya Singh, Tafese Bosha, Beruk Berhanu Desalegn

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 6, November 2015
    Pages: 251-258
    Received: 10 November 2015
    Accepted: 24 November 2015
    Published: 25 December 2015
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    Abstract: Background: Poor growth and breakfast eating patterns are associated with delayed mental development and that there is a relationship between impaired growth status and both poor performance and reduced intellectual achievements. The objective of this study was to assess the effects of breakfast eating patterns and anthropometric measurements on co... Show More