Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences

Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015

  • Valuing the Antigenicity of Sheep Milk Proteins after Fermentation at 40ºC

    M. Missouri, A. Chekroun, S. Belalia, H. Mahdjoub Bessam, O. Kheroua

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 84-89
    Received: Mar. 05, 2015
    Accepted: Mar. 22, 2015
    Published: Apr. 03, 2015
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    Abstract: The main objective of this work is to show a fermentation influence by some associations of two lactic acid bacteria and three bifidobacteria on proteolysis and the antigenicity of sheep milk proteins. This latter freshly collected is skimmed, sterilized and inoculated by a mixed culture. The mixture is homogenized and incubated at 40°C until it is... Show More
  • Quality Evaluation of Enzyme Liquefied Papaya Juice Concentrate (PJC) Stored at Various Temperatures

    B. V. Vishal, A. S. Chauhan, M. N. Rekha, P. S. Negi

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 90-97
    Received: Mar. 19, 2015
    Accepted: Mar. 26, 2015
    Published: Apr. 03, 2015
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    Abstract: This paper aims to study the effect of storage on enzyme liquefied papaya juice concentrate. Papaya pulp was liquefied using pectinase enzyme for juice extraction. The enzyme liquefied juice was subjected to concentration process by adopting Single Effect Tubular Evaporator (SETE) at 50°C with 24 inches vacuum. The Papaya Juice Concentrate (PJC), 6... Show More
  • Nutritional Intervention- The Impact on Vitamins and Minerals Intake to Overweight and Obese Patients

    Mihaela Posea, Andreea Dragomir, Emilia Rusu, Raluca Nan, Ramona Dragut, Florentina Radu, Ileana Teodoru, Gabriela Radulian

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 98-102
    Received: Mar. 19, 2015
    Accepted: Mar. 31, 2015
    Published: Apr. 09, 2015
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    Abstract: Background and Aims- To evaluate the impact of nutritional intervention on vitamins and minerals from intake food and anthropometric parameters at overweight and obese patients. Material and methods- To a sample of 40 overweight and obese patients we evaluated the nutritional content of food intake (kilocalories, macro and micronutrients) before an... Show More
  • The Effect of Portulaca Oleracea Seeds on Anthropometric Measurements in Asthmatic Patients with Overweight and Obesity

    Seyyedeh Zahra Hosseini, Beitollah Alipour, khalil Ansarin, Akbar Sharifi

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 103-107
    Received: Dec. 31, 2014
    Accepted: Apr. 10, 2015
    Published: Apr. 21, 2015
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    Abstract: Background and Objective: Many studies show that there is a relationship between asthma and obesity. Weight management is important in patients with asthma. In some countries, people used Portulaca oleracea seeds for lose weight. The experiment is designed to study the effect of Portulaca oleracea seeds on anthropometric measurements in asthmatic p... Show More
  • Formulated Nutri-Dense Burfi and Its Physico-Chemical Components

    Charis Kharkongor Ripnar, Umadevi S. Hiremath, Anitha S.

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 108-113
    Received: Dec. 08, 2014
    Accepted: Dec. 30, 2014
    Published: May 06, 2015
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    Abstract: Micronutrient deficiency has profound effects on physical and mental development eroding the quality of human resources. Micronutrient deficiency can lead to potentially harmful infections. Hence a study was done to combine the food groups to reduce the micronutrient deficiency. Purpose of the study was to formulate the nutri-dense burfi and assess... Show More
  • Nutritional and Phytochemical Profile of Niger Cultivated Date Palm (Phoenix Dactilyfera L)

    Sarah Olufunso Oni, Abiola Muhammad Adeosun, Olusola Abiola Ladokun, Osasenaga Macdonald Ighodaro, Omotayo Moshood Oyedele

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 114-118
    Received: Mar. 25, 2015
    Accepted: Apr. 12, 2015
    Published: May 09, 2015
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    Abstract: The chemical constituents available in plants have been reported to vary with the geographical location of the plants. This investigation assessed the nutritional and phytochemical profile of Niger date palm (Khaokhara) fruit and sought to determine any uniqueness of Niger cultivate Date palm relative to Date palms cultivated in other regions. Stan... Show More
  • Physical and Textural Attributes of Freeze-Dried Genetically Modified and Non-Genetically Modified Soy Beans

    Srinivas Rayaprolu, Navam Hettiarachchy, Mohammed Aldoury, Sungeun Cho, David Moseley, Pengyin Chen

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 119-125
    Received: Oct. 16, 2014
    Accepted: Oct. 23, 2014
    Published: May 12, 2015
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    Abstract: Freeze-dried soybean snack foods are innovative and engage the nutritious whole soybean seeds in human diet. The freeze-dried soybeans provide high quality protein, cholesterol-free low percentage of saturated fats, minerals, and vitamins. Our research evaluated the quality of freeze-dried soybean seed products by testing their physical and textura... Show More
  • Nutritional Awareness and Status of Adolescent Girls Studying in Schools of Urban and Rural Areas of District Kurukshetra

    Gurpreet Arora, G. K. Kochar, Gunjan Soni

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 126-130
    Received: Sep. 17, 2014
    Accepted: Nov. 07, 2014
    Published: May 15, 2015
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    Abstract: Adolescent constitute about 20% of the total population, during this period they experiment for their adult identity and transition from dependence to independence. This leads to development of feeling of awkwardness and development of malnutrition among them. The malnutrition during this period affects their later life i.e., adulthood and old age.... Show More
  • Sensory Performance, Proximate and Antioxidant Activity of Tea from Composite Formulation of Cymbopogon citratus, Lippia multiflora and Ganoderma lucidum

    Courage Sedem Dzah

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, May 2015
    Pages: 131-138
    Received: May 02, 2015
    Accepted: May 15, 2015
    Published: May 26, 2015
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    Abstract: Commercially produced herbal green teas consumed in Ghana are mostly those imported into the country. However, there are many plants such as “Srenunum” (Lippia multiflora) and lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), that are used by Ghanaians to brew herbal tea. The objectives of this study were to develop a tea product from the aforementioned herbs and ... Show More