Working Document Series Open Access Development of food based dietary guidelines for rural Kenyan women using linear programming I. D. Brouwer · S. Ngala · A. Syda Developing countries women (of child bearing age) are vulnerable to micronutrient deficiencies which can have major adverse health consequences. The aim of this study was to improve dietary quality of women of childbearing age in rural Ken… RUF-39655 2018 CC BY 4.0 22 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Nutraceutical and antimicrobial properties of baobab pulp and leaves: A review A.E. Assogbadjo · F.J. Chadare · T. K. Fassinou · M. A. Gbaguidi +1 more Baobab is an important in Africa for its medicinal and nutritional properties. The different parts of the tree (bark, leaves and pulp) are used for different purposes. Despite the health benefits properties of the baobab pulp and leaves, f… RUF-39633 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Journal articles Open Access Value Chain Analysis for Ziziphus spina - christi in Sheikan Locality, North Kordofan State, Sudan O. E. A. Abdelkareem · H. A. Abdelrhman · Ibrahim M. El-Mugheira · M. El. S. Eltahir +3 more Fruit of Ziziphus spina christi (Nabag) plays an important role in the malnutrition prevention, fresh eaten or left to dry for later consumption. This study was conducted in Shiekan Locality, North Kordofan State, Sudan in 2019. The aim of… RUF-39451 2021 CC BY 4.0 11 Dec 2021
Journal articles Open Access Nutrition education competencies of agricultural extension workers in Uganda Margaret Kabahenda · M. N. Mangheni · F. Shimali Purpose: To determine the nutrition competency level and training needs of agricultural extension workers (AEWs) in Uganda. Design/Methodology/Approach: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in four districts with 61 private and 163 publi… RUF-39404 2021 CC BY 4.0 10 Sep 2021
Journal articles Open Access Effects of Calcium Nitrate Levels and Soaking Durations on Cocopeat Nutrient Content S. N. Gbollie · A. M. Kibe · S.M. Mwonga Cocopeat, a by-product of the coconut (Cocos nucifera L.), is an important soilless media that contains high potassium (K), sodium (Na), and electrical conductivity (EC) depending on its source. Methods for extracting these elements and th… RUF-39388 2021 CC BY 4.0 30 Aug 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Knowledge dissemination on improvement of traditional complementary foods for proper child feeding J.N. Kinyuru · H.S. Laswai · M.M. Mmari, Traditional complementary foods in most sub-Saharan African countries are deficient in protein, essential minerals and vitamins resulting into sub-optimal growth and increased premature deaths among children below five years of age. Poor q… RUF-39339 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Gulu University Student-Centered Outreach Model enhanced uptake of research innovations in complementary feeding among rural households in Amuru and Nwoya districts in northern Uganda Okello-Uma Ipolto · P. Nassanga · D. Ongeng comAbstractUniversities are mandated to conduct research on community development challenges, including nutrition challenges, and provide results for uptake. Research in universities is largely conducted as part of student training and the… RUF-39335 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Development and evaluation of cassava-based porridge as a complementary food for infants in Nkhotakota and Nkhata Bay districts of Malawi : A brief review M.W. Kamiyango Adequate nutrition is essential in early childhood for normal growth and a healthy life. However, some developing countries are grappling with high prevalence of child acute malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies. In Malawi, 37% of ch… RUF-39078 2018 CC BY 4.0 1 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Incorporation of sweetpotatoes into diets of children aged 6-59 months in Trans-Mara East Sub-County, Narok County, Kenya G.O. Abong · M.C. Chepkwony · S. Ngala Sweetpotato versatility, drought tolerance, resistance to diseases and its great contribution to food security makes it an important staple food in the developing countries. Poor soil productivity, insufficient soil moisture, diseases, pes… RUF-39044 2018 CC BY 4.0 25 Feb 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Scaling up African baobab food products valuation through enhancement of their safety and value chains for food and nutritional security in Benin, West-Africa A.E. Assogbadjo · F.J. Chadare · C. Gbedomon · R. Glèlè Kakaï +3 more The African Baobab is a strategic indigenous tree species of sub-Saharan Africa. Its pulp is highly nutraceutical and is used as a food ingredient and dietary supplement. Locally, the pulp is used for several products. Leaves are also high… RUF-39036 2018 CC BY 4.0 25 Feb 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Effectiveness of Cochlospermum tinctorium root powder based sauce fortified with moringa leaf powder in improving nutritional status of children aged 6 to 59 months in Northern Benin J.O. Agossadou · F.J. Chadare · B.V.S. Houndji · E.S.H Nago +1 more Inappropriate complementary feeding is a major cause of malnutrition in young children in developing countries. The present study aimed at testing the effect of the consumption of Cochlospermum tinctorium root powder (CTRP) based sauce for… RUF-39016 2018 CC BY 4.0 25 Feb 2021
Journal articles Open Access Community-based nutrition-sensitive approach to address short-term hunger and undernutrition among primary school children in rural areas in a developing country setting: lessons from North and North-Eastern Uganda S. Elolu · D. Ongeng Background: Undernutrition in childhood is an important factor that greatly impedes the achievement of full human potential at adulthood. Despite increased enrolment of pupils in primary schools in developing countries, short-term hunger … RUF-38954 2020 CC BY 4.0 25 Jan 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Fresh fruits and vegetable consumption among HIV-infected pregnant women in urban resource-constrained areas W. Kogi-Makau · J. Ochieng · R. O. Opiyo The FAO/WHO recommends a minimum intake of fruits 160 g/day and 240 g/day of vegetables, and a combined intake of 400 g/day for normal healthy adults for prevention of chronic diseases and alleviation of micronutrient deficiencies. For vul… RUF-38583 2018 CC BY 4.0 25 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Potential benefits of dietary Chia in the primary prevention of pardiovascular piseases: A review B. N. Kiage · F.D. Mihafu Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are mainly caused by atherosclerosis which occurs when artery walls become widened due to accumulation of fatty deposits, smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissues collectively termed plaque. Plaque … RUF-38575 2018 CC BY 4.0 19 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access The nutrient diversity of baobab Adansonia digitata L. across different geographic zones in Eastern Africa J. Chepngeno · W. Owino Food and nutrition insecurity is a common occurrence in arid and semi-arid regions of sub-Saharan Africa, with communities resorting to wild foods and forest products such as baobab in times of scarcity, to derive energy and nutrition. The… RUF-38573 2018 CC BY 4.0 19 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of crop age on nutritional quality of fresh roots from popular coastal Kenyan cassava varieties G. O. Abong · C. K. Katama · M. W. Okoth · S. Shibairo Cassava is an important crop in coastal Kenya commonly harvested at 12 months after planting but earlier during food shortages. Effect of early harvesting on root quality has not been well established. Varieties Tajirika, Karembo and Kiban… RUF-38566 2018 CC BY 4.0 19 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Role of cassava in nutrition of 2-5 years old children in coastal Kenya G. O. Abong · J. A. Aguk · C. Katama · P. O. Lamuka +3 more Cassava roots are a good source of calories in the tropics. However, they lack most of the other nutrients such as Zinc, Iron and Vitamin A. Populations that solely rely on cassava are therefore prone to suffer deficiencies from most of th… RUF-38553 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Prevalence and factors asssociated with child stunting in Migori County, Kenya G. A. K. Ettyang · C. O. Kimamo · W. Kogi-Makau · C. J. Sawe Globally, an estimated 139 million children are stunted with majority living in low and middle-income countries. Stunting at early age has been associated with diminished survival, impaired cognitive development and may be irreversible aft… RUF-38548 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Economic analysis of Consumer demand for indigenous chicken eggs in Kenya E. K. Bett · L.W. Kabuage · C. Ndenga The World Health Organization recommends a daily protein requirement of 55 grams per person to avert health and nutritional related problems. Indigenous chicken eggs have the potential to supply these proteins in developing countries where… RUF-38478 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of different pasteurization schemes on baobab nectar quality F.J. Chadare · F. O. M Egue · V. Y. O. Idohou · Y.E. Madode The baobab is a multi-purpose tree which is used in many countries for its nutritional and medicinal properties. Due to its sensorial and nutritional properties, it constitutes an opportunity for some processing units to valorize it throug… RUF-38447 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Nutritional value and sensory properties of an extruded composite iron-rich beanbased snack targeting school children M. Lung’aho · J.H. Muyonga · D. Nakimbugwe · H. Natabirwa Malnutrition is still a major challenge affecting a large group of the population in the world, and the problem has also been reported among school children. The major cause is insufficient nutrient intake and absorption from diet. The obj… RUF-38444 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Formulation of infant foods fortified with baobab (Adansonia digitata) fruit pulp and/or moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaf powder for under-five-years old children in Benin M Affonfere Malnutrition is one of the most serious problems throughout the world and children are especially vulnerable to it. The aim of this research is to formulate foods fortified with baobab fruit pulp and moringa leaf powder for under-five-year… RUF-37607 2018 CC BY 4.0 17 Apr 2018
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Effect of the consumption of fermented sorghum porridge fortified with moringa leaf powder and baobab fruit pulp on the nutritional status of children aged 6 to 59 months in northern Benin J.O. Agossadou Malnutrition in all its forms remains one of the most serious and neglected health problems. Benin is facing many challenges; the most important ones are to ensure food production and food and nutrition security for its 10 million people. … RUF-37606 2018 CC BY 4.0 17 Apr 2018
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Development and acceptability evaluation of millet-sesame-soy composite as a complementary food in Acholi sub-region of Uganda Prossy Nassanga Complementary feeding still remains a challenge to many rural mothers in Uganda and Africa at large. This is mainly because of: (i) inappropriate complementary feeding practices by caregivers who lack adequate nutritional knowledge and goo… RUF-36698 2016 CC BY 4.0 23 Jun 2017
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Contribution of granule bound starch synthase in kernel modification of quality protein maize Anne K. Nalukenge Quality Protein Maize (QPM) is derived from natural mutations that increase the level of lysine and tryptophan in maize grain. The rate of QPM development has been slowed down due to frequently poor kernel texture associated with opaque-2.… RUF-35553 2008 CC BY 4.0 30 Sep 2015
