Nigerian Food Journal

The Nigerian Food Journal (NIFOJ) is a journal of international standard established in 1983 to provide a forum for the dissemination of interdisciplinary knowledge on all aspects of food science and technology. In particular, NIFOJ is designed to contribute towards the development of new and improved food sources, products and processes their proper utilization by the Nigerian Food Industry and the consumer, and their effective regulation by government agency. For effective communication of special attributes and advantages of food products and materials, technical advertisements are encourage in this edition to test acceptability. Subsequent editions may include a focus on the activities of a particular food industry in Nigeria.

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Vol 28, No 2 (2010)

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Table of Contents

Articles

Chemical, functional and pasting properties of starches from brown and yellow tigernuts (Cyperus esculentus) DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
C.E Chinma, J.O Abu, J.A Ojo
Phytochemical, nutrient and anti-nutrient contents of Cnidoscolus aconitifolius, a lesser known green leafy vegetable DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
E.U Onyeka, J.C Agha, A.C Nwanjo
Chemical, sensory and biological evaluation of maize-bambaranut based complementary foods DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
K.S Abasiekong, E.N.T Akobundu, E Oti
Sugar and dietary fibre components of tamarind (tamarindus indica l.) fruits from Nigeria DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
A Adeola, O Aworh
The effect of inorganic fertilizer treatment on the mineral and vitamin content of the leaves of Ocimum gratissimum (l) DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
G.G.E Osuagwu, H.O Edeoga, A.N Osuagwu
Improving consumer safety and satisfaction at fast food outlets in Owerri metropolis, Nigeria DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
E.U Onyeka, A.R Mbonu, A.C Onyeka
Influence of cultivar, soak treatment and brine composition on the physico-chemical and sensory qualities of unpeeled whole canned tomatoes. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
S.A Makanjuola, C.T Akanbi, V.N Enujiugha
Environmental effects on peeled, cut and exposed pineapple fruits by vendors: implications on food quality
H.H Oyem, I.M Oyem, N.S Nwaefiene
Staling of cakes processed from wheat-tigernut (Cyperus esculentus) flour blends DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
CE Chinma, JO Abu, S James, M Jibrin
Effect of storage on some chemical properties of packaged yam and cassava flour blends DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
J.M Babajide, A.A Oyebanjo
Total phenolic content, total ascorbic acid and invitro antibacterial activity of ethanolic extract and essential oil of zingiber officinale (ginger) roots DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
T.A Ibrahim, F.O Adetuyi, O.E Giwa
Functional foods, nutriceuticals and health DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
D.I Gernah, E.M Tersoo-abiem
Evaluation of nutritional quality of Soybean-Acha composite biscuits DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
J.A Ayo, D.S Ikuomola, T.A Sanni, Y.O Esan, V.A Ayo, G Ajayi
Yield of ethanol from enzyme-hydrolyzed yam (Dioscorea rotundata) and cocoyam (Xanthosoma sagittifolium) flours DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
C.M Osuji, E.C Nwanekezi, E.M Amadi, C.A Osuji
Physico chemical properties of Sesamum radiatum hydrocolloid and it's stability in yoghurt DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
L Oyeniyi, O Oluwabukunola
Stability, yield and chemical properties of soymilk whey from soybean (glycine max) varieties DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
C.M Osuji, U.C Anyaiwe
Antimicrobial effects of Jatropha curcas sap and leaf extracts on Bacillus subtilis
O.A Ogun, P.A Adepoju, O Longe, G.N Elemo, O.V Oke
Enteric Bacteria Associated With 'balangwu' (ready-to- Eat Meat Product) Sold In Anyigba, Kogi State. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
R.F Aminu, R.U Umeh, C sinlu
Control of fungal growth in grapefruit and tomato juices by two nigerian spice (Thymus vulgaris and Xylopia aethiopica) extracts DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
A Banso, P.O Ayodele, A.G Jiya
Effect of Aspergillus niger solid state fermentation on physicochemical and inherent tannin contents of bambara nut flour. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
H.S Dapiya, I.O Abdullahi, C.M.Z Whong
Production and evaluation of wafers from blends of Ighu and African yam bean flour. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
M.O Iwe, U Chioba, A.N Agiriga
Effect of processing methods on the physico-chemical and nutritional quality of maize and soyabean based complementary blends
V.C Ezeocha, G.I Onwuka
Optimization of process conditions for tempeh snack production in Nigeria.
E.Y Aderibigbe, T.M Arowoiya, O.B Alo
Effects of particle size and moisture content on the apparent\viscosity of pastes of some reconstituted indigenous flours. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
T.A Uzombah, S.O Awonorin
Production and evaluation of Nigerian tiger-nut extract beverage. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
J.I Mordi, A.U Ozumba, G.N Elemo
Proximate and sensory properties of fruit juice produced from varieties of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus). DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
O.Y Eziaghighala, M.O Iwe, A.N Agiriga
Production of pectinase enzyme from cheap plant materials (corn pomace, rice bran and peanut chaff) using Aspergillus niger. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
S.O Adelaja, A.O Longe, M.A Akinbode, G.N Elemo, T.Y Faremi
Preservative effect of spices and their flavour acceptability in Zobo drink. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
M.U Ukwuru, C.C Uzodinma
Physical, proximate and sensory properties of fortified sour starch bread. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
M.O Adegunwa, M.O Edema, B Maziya-Dixon
Production and evaluation of bread using blends of wheat flour and fermented plantain flour. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
O.B Ocheme, O.O Oloyede, A.H Mahmud
Development and evaluation of fortified tapioca meal with coconut and banana pulp. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
A.O Obadina, O.B Oyewole, A.O Olaleye
Effect of Roasted Seeds of African nutmeg (Monodora myristica) on Some Biochemical and Haematological Parameters of Wistar Albino Rats. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
E Chukwuma, A Elizabeth
Effect of storage on some chemical properties of packaged Yam and Cassava flour blends DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
J.M Babajide, A.A Oyebanjo
Comparative evaluation of instant fufu flours produced from yam, cassava, rice/cassava blends and maize/cassava blends. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
G.I Onwuka, I Akaerue, A Ofoeze
Assessment of the physico-chemical properties and flavour profiles of foam-mat dehydrated banana powder. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
C.O Orishagbemi, K.O Falad, R Akinoso, O.F Oshundahunsi
Sensory and storage properties of instant kunun zaki: a non -alcoholic fermented sorghum beverage supplemented with mango mesocarp flour. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
I.A Sengev, E.K Ingbian, D.I Gernah
Hydration kinetics and textural properties of pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan) DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
L.C Okpala
Expansion ratio and bulk density of extruded blends of african yam bean and Ighu DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
G.C Omeire, M.O Iwe
Influence of market storage conditions on physiochemical and sensory characteristics of Amaranthus hybridus. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
F.O Adetuyi, A Lola, E.A Komolafe
The effect of sprouting on the characteristic properties of Colocasia esculenta starch. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
A Uzoma, A.I Ihekoronye
Production and evaluation of biscuits from composite wheat/defatted cashew nut flours. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
G.C Omeire, F.I Ohambele
Effects of equipment investment and debt capitalization among fast foods enterprises in South Eastern Nigeria: a simultaneous equation approach. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
J Onwumere, J.A Mbanasor, E.W Egwu
Effect of blanching and drying conditions on moisture transfer characteristics of fluted pumpkin and spinach. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
S.I.D Egwujeh, C.C Ariahu, C.O Orishagbemi
Physico-chemical and sensory evaluation of cookies produced from wheat and brewers' spent grain composite flour. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
D.I Gernah, I.A Senger, J.O Senger
Effect of cowpea supplementation on the physico-chemical and sensory characteristics of 'epiti'-a steamed maize/plantain pudding. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
L.I Barber, E Beleya, E Ejiofor, F Owuno
Evaluation of physicochemical, functional and sensory properties of fermented fura powder supplemented with soy DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
M.A Igyor, P.A Yusufu, I.A Sengev
Performance evaluation of a powered charcoal stove using different biomass DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
JS Alakali, GT Kachataiya, CT Kucha
Quality Characteristics of Wheat: Malted and Unmalted Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) Composite Bread. DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT
C.I Owuamanam, J.O Owuamanam, T Ntagu


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