*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 …
*Akujobi, I.C. and Agbaghara, O.T. Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State University, PMB 2000, Owerri. *Corresponding author: [email protected] ABSTRACT Background: Knowledge of dietary modifications such as reduction in calorie, salt and alcohol intake as well as increase in the intake of fruits and vegetables is recommended in the prevention and control of hypertension. Objective: This study aimed at evaluating …
* OLY-ALAWUBA, N.M. and ** NNAM, N.M * Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria. [email protected], 07030459090. ** Department of Home Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria [email protected], 08176149022. ABSTRACT The study examined the nutrient composition, sensory properties and acceptability of porridges made from blends of fermented sorghum, cowpea and fresh unripe banana flours. …
Ngwu, E.K1., Uneze, H2.Akubor,P3. and Sani, D1 1Department of Home Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, 2Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture ,Umudike, Nigeria. 3Department of Food Science and Technology,University of Nigeria, Nsukka ABSTRACT Background: The major constraint in planning therapeutic diets with local foods is the dearth of nutrition information including dietary …
Onyechi, U.A; Ibeanu, V.N; Eme, Paul; Ugwuanyi, C.U. Department of Home Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. ABSTRACT This study evaluated the nutrient and phytochemical content of Annonnamuricata seeds (soursop seeds). Soursop fruits were purchased within the vicinity of University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu state. The seeds were extracted manually from the pulp. The seeds were sundried and …
*1Olufemi S.S (RD), 1Oladapo A.A (RD), 2Gbadamosi O.F *1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Food Technology, Rufus Giwa, Polytechnic, P M B 1019, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria 2Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Federal Polytechnic, Bida, P M B 55, Bida, Niger State. Corresponding author e-mail: [email protected] phone no: 08068596968 ABSTRACT Objective: This study was conducted to find out the …
Onyechi, U.A., Ibeanu, V.N., Eme, Paul and Okafor C. Department of Home Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. ABSTRACT This study evaluated the nutrient and phytochemical composition of pawpaw (Carica papaya) seed flour. Fresh ripe pawpaw fruits purchased from a local market in Enugu State, Nigeria, were washed and cut into two vertical halves. The seeds were extracted …