Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology
Volume 6, Issue 1 (2017)
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Antibacterial Activity of Seed Extracts of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) against Selected Pathogens
Abstract: The aim of the study was to determine the antibacterial potency of aqueous and ethanoic extracts of Abelmoschus esculentus seeds. Antibacterial activity of aqueous and ethanoic extracts of A. esculentus seeds were evaluated against selected foodborne pathogens; Listeria monocytogenes, Bacillus cereus, Salmonella enterica, Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli) using agar well diffusion method by measuring the clear zone of inhibition diameter in (mm). It was observed that the aqueous and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Diet and Dalliance Directives in Ayurveda for Allergic Rhinitis with Special Reference to Peenas
Abstract: Allergic rhinitis (Peenas) affects up to 40% of the population worldwide. High prevalence is being recorded in the developed nations of the Northern Hemisphere, with 23–30% affected population in Europe and 12–30% in the USA. The prevalence of seasonal AR is higher in children and adolescents, while perennial AR seems to be more common in adults. There is very little inter-racial variations implying that environmental factors seem have a greater …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Potential Health Benefits of Goat Milk
Abstract: Goats are poor man’s animal. Goats can withstand the harsh climates that generate an alternative source of income for the small, landless and marginal farmers. Goat milk has lot of nutritive values and therapeutic values compared to cow milk. Goat milk is rich source of calcium, magnesium and phosphors compared to cow and human milk. Goat milk has lot of health benefits like prevention of cardiovascular disease, cancer, allergy, antidiabetic …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Studies on Physiochemical Properties of Pineapple Powder Produced by Foam Mat Drying
Abstract: Pineapple (Ananas comosus) belonging to the family Bromeliaceae, is a nutritious fruit rich in carotenoids, vitamin A, B and C, potassium, magnesium, sodium, calcium, iron and proteins. It is also rich in dietary fiber and antioxidant flavanoids like β-carotene and lutein. It has a pH of 5.1, 25% carbohydrates, 1% total ash and total soluble solids (TSS) ranging from 8 to 12°Brix. Pine apple is highly seasonal and only available …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Comparison of Indigenous-Based Edible Skin Coating Materials (SCMs) and Imported Wax (Citrashine®) on the Post-Harvest Quality and Shelf Life of (Citrus reticulata Blanco) Mandarins
Abstract: Pakistan is the largest mandarin producing and exporting country across the globe. All the wax used by the citrus industry of Pakistan is currently being imported costing a valuable foreign reserve. The Post-Harvest Research Center (PHRC), Faisalabad, Pakistan prepared two edible skin coating materials (SCMs) as an alternative to the imported wax. Therefore, this research was devised to compare the effects of these indigenous-based edible SCMs with those of an …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 6–14 Read article