Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology
Volume 10, Issue 2 (2021)
Published
Table of contents
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Assessment of Pre and Post Harvest Handling Practices of Mango Fruit in Arba Minch, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Postharvest losses of mango fruits cause huge economic, food and nutritive losses in developing countries. One of the major causes of such losses is poor postharvest handling practices. Observationally study was conducted to assess the awareness of the farmers about the pre and postharvest handling practices causing postharvest loss of mango fruit. From the Arba Minch Zuria Woreda, two administrative Kebeles viz. ‘Chano’ and ‘Lante’ were purposively selected. 80 respondents …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Chironji (Buchanania lanzan): Chemistry, Health Benefits and Food Application: A Review
Abstract: The chironji (Buchanania lanzan Spreng.) belonging to the family of Anacardiaceae. It is an important non-wood tree species. It is investigated for their nutritional, phytochemical and antioxidant properties to understand its nutraceutical potential. It is an active source of phenolics, natural antioxidants and minerals. All parts of the plant, roots, rhizome, leaves, fruits, seeds and gum are used for the treatment of various disorders, such as wound healing, antidiarrheal, antiulcer, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Reducing Pesticide Residues in Food: Are Domestic Processing Practices Effective?
Abstract: The ingestion of food contaminated by pesticide residues is considered the primary route of pesticide exposure for humans. It is important to identify whether there are effective solutions or techniques for mitigating these risks. This integrative review aims to analyze the scientific evidence on domestic practices for reducing pesticide residues in food, discussing the mechanisms by which these techniques are effective or not. In all, 460 records were analyzed, leading …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Gender Participation Role in Food Production, Processing and Utilization at Konso Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Staple food of Konso is Sorghum and it is said as ancient crop in the area. It has drought-resistant characteristics that makes basic food source for people. It is consumed in different form of dishes like cheqa, kurkufa, genfo and qita. Food security is an important issue in communities, as the area experiences high food shortages from April to August every production year. Labor division in area is considered egalitarian. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Study of Osmotic Dehydration as a Pretreatment for the Conservation of araçá-boi (Eugenia stipitata Mc Vaugh-Myrtaceae), a Regional Amazonian Fruit
Abstract: This work aimed to study the use of osmotic dehydration and drying as a conservation technique for araçá-boi, a regional fruit from the Amazon. In dehydration, solutions of sucrose and glucose syrup were used. The experimental design was based on the factorial planning 22, varying the time (6, 12, and 18 h) and concentration of the solution (50, 60, and 70%). The samples obtained in the best dehydration conditions were …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 44–53 Read article