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Context-specific optimal dietary guidelines for managing cancer for hospitalized patients in Tanzania
(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2022-06-23)
Purpose – The lack of food-based dietary guidelines for managing cancer among hospitalized patients
has led to an increasing economic burden on the government and families in low- and middle-economy
countries. There have ...
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 ...
Development of Plant-Based Yoghurt Rich in Bioavailable Essential Nutrients and Bioactive Compounds from Ingredients Available in East Africa
(Enviro Research Publishers., 2022-03-25)
The main aim of the present study was to formulate a convenient plant based yoghurt (PBY) with essential nutrients and bioactive compounds
comparable to that of cow's milk using locally available ingredients in
East ...
Allelopathic Effects of Sphaeranthus suaveolens on Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Phaseolus vulgaris and Oryza sativa
(Hindawi, 2021-02-15)
Weeds with allelopathic effect have been reported to cause significant damage in agriculture particularly in smallholder farming
systems. ,is study assessed the allelopathic effects of different concentrations of crude ...
Phytochemical analysis and in vitro antifungal evaluation of Jatropha curcas against Late Leaf Spot disease on groundnut
(Journal of Animal & Plant Sciences, 2021-01-31)
This study was done to evaluate the antifungal efficacy of Jatropha curcas leaf extracts against
groundnut late leaf spot disease caused by Phaeosariopsis personata (P. personata) and
identify their bioactive compounds ...
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 ...
Mechanisms for salmonella infection and potential management options in chicken
(The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences, 2020-03-02)
Salmonella enterica is the largest species in genus Salmonella with its serovars responsible for infection in chickens and
other warm-blooded hosts. After oral ingestion, Salmonella penetrates the mucosal layer of the ...
Molecular identification of Salmonella Typhimurium from village chickens based on invA and spvC genes
(Veterinary World, 2020-04-23)
Aim: This study aimed to identify Salmonella enterica serovars by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based on virulence
genes invasion A (inv A) and Salmonella plasmid virulence C (spvC).
Materials and Methods: DNA extraction ...
Development of a Natural Product Rich in Bioavailable Omega-3 DHA from Locally Available Ingredients for Prevention of Nutrition Related Mental Illnesses.
(Taylor & Francis online, 2020-03-19)
Poor mental health remains a serious public concern worldwide. The most vulnerable individuals are children and adolescents in developing countries. Nutritional deficiency of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, particularly ...