School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bioengineering (SFTNB) Collections: Recent submissions
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Effectiveness of Purdue Improved Crop Storage (PICS) bags for preserving the quality and safety of whole and degermed maize flour
(Makerere University, 2022-11-10)The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of PICS and interwoven polypropylene bags in preserving the physicochemical, biochemical, safety and sensory characteristics of whole and degermed maize flour. Knowledge, ... -
Development of calcium enriched fish based sausages and evaluation of their potential for consumption
(Makerere University, 2019)Fish is well recognized as a healthy meat because of its content of proteins, polyunsaturated fatty acids, minerals and vitamins. Development of convenient fish products is one way to increase consumption. Development of ... -
Mother’s adherence to 2010 WHO infant feeding guidelines on HIV and nutrition status of HIV-exposed children aged 6-24 months: a case study of PMTCT/ART clinics in Mbale district, Uganda
(2019-11-12)Introduction: Limited exposure to breast milk to avoid Mother to Child Transmission (MTCT) can lead to increased risk of morbidity, mortality and growth faltering among HIV- exposed children. Thus good feeding practices ... -
Development and performance evaluation of a refractance window drying system for production of quality bioproducts
(Makerere University, 2019-10)Reliance on low-level technology in Uganda, is one of the key constraints to reducing postharvest losses and producing high value processed products that can fetch good prices not only locally but also in the export markets. ... -
Optimization of the extrusion processing conditions for a banana based composite flour for weaning children 6-24 months
(Makerere University, 2022)The transformation of green banana flour by extrusion cooking is an alternative to add value to banana flour. This study aimed at optimizing the extrusion processing conditions for the banana composite flour for weaning ... -
Use of edible insects' chitosan to improve shelf-life and safety of bread
(Makerere University, 2022)Chitosan is a natural fiber with antimicrobial properties and has been used as an ingredient in food products. However, information on the extraction of quality chitosan from edible insects, its application as a natural ... -
Potential of biogas production from co-digestion of jackfruit waste, banana peels and pineapple peels with cow dung : a case of Kangulumira Sub-County, Kayunga District
(Makerere University, 2022)In Uganda, only 28% of the population has access to electricity, with over 92% of the population relying on firewood and charcoal for energy. This has led to loss of over 60% of natural forests in the last 25 years. Use ... -
Development and performance evaluation of an automated continuous pasteurizer
(Makerere University, 2022)Thermal processing by pasteurization is regarded as a critical unit operation in the juice processing chain because it extends the juice's shelf life. The purpose of this study was to develop a novel automated low-viscous ... -
Development of low-cost nutrient-dense composite flours from locally available foods for children aged 1-5 years in Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Childhood malnutrition is a common problem in Uganda. Lack of proper nutrition during the early years can have lifelong consequences on educational attainment, health and economic outcomes. Locally available foodstuffs can ... -
Kombucha Production in Uganda: Quality Aspects and Compliance with Standards
(Makerere University, 2022)Kombucha is a slightly sweet and acidic fermented tea beverage. It’s production and consumption in Uganda is on the rise due to associated claimed nutritional and health benefits to the consumers for example ,it is reported ... -
Effect of amaranth porridge supplementation on the nutritional and health status of children 6-59 months in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04-27)Supplementation of children using plant-based complementary foods can be an effective strategy for addressing childhood malnutrition in developing countries if it is affordable for most of the population. Grain Amaranth ... -
Enhancing nutritional benefits and reducing mycotoxin contamination of maize through nixtamalization
(Makerere University, 2021)This study analyzed the effect of nixtamalization using slaked lime (Ca(OH)2) and wood ash on the mycotoxin content, nutritional composition, physicochemical and sensory properties of Ugandan maize. Maize samples (6 samples ... -
Nutritional content of Indigenous leafy vegetables and their use in human nutrition in South-Kivu, DR Congo
(2022-04-12)Many indigenous food species are nutrient dense; with nutritional potential to alleviate hunger and malnutrition. Ethnic communities in South Kivu province (Eastern DR Congo), especially in Walungu territory, know a numerous ... -
Trials of Improved Practices complemented with modified recipes to improve dietary diversity of women and children in farming households in Kapchorwa, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04-12)Diets in rural households are usually less diverse with a higher percentage composed of starchy staples and are low in cheap sources of proteins and micronutrients such as legumes, fruits and vegetables. The main objective ... -
Solanum anguivi Lam. fruits’ nutritional quality and potential effect on type 2 diabetes mellitus
(Justus Liebig University and Makerere University, 2022)The burden of diabetes is enormous due to its rapidly increasing global prevalence resulting from lifestyle and dietary habits changes. Although drugs have been developed to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), they are ... -
Development and evaluation of a nutrient enriched relish for use among boarding school students
(Makerere University, 2022-03-14)Vitamin A and iron are micronutrients of public health importance in Uganda, while calcium is a key micronutrient required in the growth phase of humans. The overall purpose of this study was to explore whether a ... -
Nutrition education intervention to improve snacking patterns of high school adolescents residing in hostels in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2021-08-23)Introduction: Adolescents’ diets are often nutritionally inadequate; possibly because of choosing snacks which contain a lot of calories especially with more sugar and fat and with less micronutrients. Objective: To examine ... -
Passion fruit drying using refractance window dryer and evaluation of output powder as ingredient for yogurt
(Makerere University, 2021-11-18)Passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) has a pleasant flavor, aroma and is high in vitamins and phytochemicals. This makes passion fruits a potential ingredient in various products like yogurt. However, the utilization of passion ... -
Assessment of aflatoxin exposure among mothers (15-49 years) and children (6-59 months) in Rubaga and Nakawa Divisions of Kampala Capital City
(Makerere University, 2021)Aflatoxins are food contaminants that affect mostly cereals and legumes that are poorly handled and stored at high temperature and humidity. Aflatoxins are highly potent group 1 hepatocarcinogenic, teratogenic, mutagenic, ... -
Comparing two transition feeding approaches in management of severe acute malnutrition among children 6-59 months : a randomized controlled trial
(Makerere University, 2021-03)Severe acute malnutrition (SAM) remains a public health concern and a leading cause of illness and death among children under five years. SAM is associated with unacceptably high case fatality rates that have been partly ...