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Bioaccumulation and distribution pattern of heavy metals in aquaculture systems found in Arusha and Morogoro regions of Tanzania
(Taylor & Francis Group, 2020-08-20)
The assessment of the current distribution and concentrations of As, Pb, Hg, Cd, and Cr in farmed catfish and tilapia, fish feed, and pond sediment in Tanzania is important in order to establish the potential dietary ...
Optimized method for processing avocado seeds to improve selected nutrients and functional values
(J-STAGE, 2021-01)
The objective of this study was to develop an optimal processing technique capable of reducing antinutrients to acceptable levels, retain nutrients and functional values of avocado seeds for human consumption. Different ...
In vivo evaluation of Spirulina platensis for nutrient bioavailability in mice
(Indian Journal, 2021)
Spirulina, a photosynthetic blue-green alga (cyanobacterium), has drawn attention as a viable food supplement due to its suitable nutrient content. Despite its suitable nutrient composition, the bioavailability of nutrients ...
Effect of lactic acid fermentation, boiling and soaking on selected nutrients and health promoting components of mango seed kernels
(International Journal of Biosciences, 2020-12)
Mango seed kernels are considered as wastes although they are rich in essential nutrients and bioactive compounds for human health. Lack of commercial application (unlike oil seeds) presence of antinutrients, difficulty ...
Adequacy of micronutrient fortification in the mandatory fortified food vehicles in Tanzana
(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2020-08-24)
Purpose
This study aims to update the information on the current status of micronutrient fortification for iron, zinc, folic acid and vitamin A in mandatory fortified food vehicles such as cooking oil, wheat and maize ...
Ethnobotanical Survey of Flora Used in Maasai Food System and Traditional Medicine against Gout-related and Other Human Ailments in Monduli, Arusha, Tanzania
(Research Square, 2021-09-01)
Background: Flora used by Maasai practitioners (MSPs) in traditional medicine (TM) and food system (FS) were investigated in Monduli District, Arusha, Tanzania. The objective of this study was to document the knowledge on ...
Measuring Serum Toxicity Markers to Evaluate the Safety of Commercially Available Spirulina Products in Mice
(Current Research in Nutrition and Food Science, 2021-03-20)
Spirulina a multicellular, blue-green alga has drawn attention as a viable food supplement due to its suitable nutrient composition, however, there is a dearth of information regarding its safety. This study aimed to measure ...