*Otitoju Grace T.O., Otitoju Olawale, Kalu-Uka Amarachi.G., Abdussalaam Rukayat O, Ali 4Jemimah E. and Emmanuel-Omale BidemiB. 1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Nigeria 2 Department of Biochemistry, Federal University Wukari, Nigeria. 3Department of Home science and Management, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Nigeria 4Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Federal University Wukari, Nigeria * Corresponding Author: [email protected] Abstract …
*Nwankwo, R. N. , T a’awu, K.G., Moshood, M . and Madu, G. 1 Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Federal Polytechnic Mubi. 2 Department of Food Science and Technology, Federal Polytechnic Mubi *Corresponding author : [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Probiotic bacteria are becoming increasingly important in the context of human nutrition based on the role they play in immunological, digestive and …
*Akujobi, I.C., Afam-Anene, O.C, Nnoka, K., Okafor, G.O. and Ochonma, H. C. 1.Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State University Owerri. 2.Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Federal Polytechnic Ede. *Corresponding author: [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Fermentation improves the nutritional value, acceptability and safety of foods. Objective: This study assessed the effect of fermentation on the chemical composition of wheat and maize …
Obiloma Appolonia A., Madu Wenceslaus C., Osuji Godson O. and *Ogbonna Patrick C., Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo, Imo State, Nigeria. Science Laboratory Technology, Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo, Imo State, Nigeria. Cooperative Agricultural Research Center, Prairie View A&MUniversity, Prairie View, Texas, USA. *Corresponding author: [email protected] Abstract Background: Monodora myristica is one of the common herbal spices …
*Amadi, Joy A.C and Ogbu, Confidence. C 1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State University P.M.B. 2000, Owerri, Nigeria. 2Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State Polythenic, Umuagwo P.M.B. 1472 Owerri, Nigeria. *Corresponding author: [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Indigenous complementary food can help in averting the consequences of malnutrition. Objectives: The study sought to evaluate complementary food produced from pigeon pea, …
Onyechi A.U., Ibeanu V.N., Maduforo A.N., *Ugwuonah A.U. and Nsofor L.D. 1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics University of Nigeria, Nsukka. 2Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics Enugu State Teaching Hospital Parklane, Enugu *Corresponding author: [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Wild okro, browse plant and sour sop leaves are underutilized important leaves used mainly for medicinal purpose in eastern Nigeria. These leaves could …
*Nzeagwu O. C and Raphael C. O. Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike *Corresponding author: [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Ways to alleviate hunger and poverty does not always depend on new varieties but should consider local sourcing of raw materials like watermelon seeds which are discarded after consuming the pulp. Objectives: The study determined chemical, …
*Chukwuemeka E.N. and Ojike-Chijioke E.P. Department of Home Economics, Federal College of Education, Eha-Amufu Enugu State Nigeria *Corresponding author: [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Poor nutrition is one of the leading causes of malnutrition worldwide. A proper assessment of the nutritional status of children is necessary for the development of prevention and intervention plan for malnutrition in the population. Objectives: The study …
Onyewuchi, O ., Afam-Anene, O.C., *Amadi, Joy A.C and Ajuru, C.G. 1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Federal Medical Centre, Owerri, Imo State,, Nigeria. 2Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State Polythenic, Umuagwo P.M.B. 1472 Owerri, Nigeria. 3Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State Polytechnic Umuagwo, Nigeria. *Corresponding author: [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Adequate nutrition and care is paramount for successful aging. …
Onyechi A.U., Ibeanu V.N., Maduforo A.N.,*Ugwuonah A.U. andNsofor L.D. Department of Nutrition and Dietetics University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics Enugu State Teaching Hospital Parklane, Enugu *Corresponding authors email: [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Many traditional leafy vegetables have been reported to have possible metabolic benefits in the prevention and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Objective: This study …