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Nutritional Properties of Flower Petals of Four Rosa Hybrida Cultivars

Yang Liu; Vui Fui Vun; Hip Seng Yim; Hock Eng Khoo*

Roses are among the most essential ornamentals in the world, offering a high nutritional value. The objective of this study is to determine and compare the nutritional composition and antioxidative properties of the rose petals of four different cultivars of Rosa hybrida L. from Cameron Highland in Malaysia.

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Long-Term Impacts of Home Gardening on Dietary Diversity and Household Food Security in Low-Income Countries: A Systematic Review

Okoye Chinelo U*; Osei Jonathan K; Oladeji Oluwatoyin E; Afanwoubo Bamidele J; Olaniyan Caleb K

Food security is a critical global issue, worsened by climate change, economic instability, and unequal resource distribution, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Dietary diversity is a key indicator of food security, directly affecting nutritional quality and health.

Review Article

Evaluation of the Physicochemical Properties, Minerals and Aflatoxins in Soybeans of the Zamboane Variety TGZ 19046F from Zambézia, Mozambique

Amade Dauto Ussene Issufo Ibramugy*; José da Cruz Francisco*; Eduarda Zandamela Mungói

The objective of this study was to evaluate the physicochemical, properties, mineral and the presence of aflatoxin in soy- beans of a new variety (of Zamboane TGZ 19046F) introduced in Mozambique. The soybeans were analyzed for physicochemical properties (protein, fat, ash, moisture and carbohydrates) and minerals (calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium and sodium and ashes) and the presence of aflatoxins.

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Tetrapleura Tetraptera Fruit Extract Protects Mice Heart Morphology from Chronic Dietary-Salt Intake

Florence M Ekong; Akpan U Ekanem; Aquaisua N Aquaisua; Moses B Ekong*

Dietary salt or sodium chloride is a common compound utilized for food and non-food functions. It is especially beneficial to the body because of its electrolyte composition which is utilized for several metabolic activities. But large stores of these electrolytes in the body are a prelude to cardiovascular problems.

Review Article

The Value of Aquatic Food for the Human Metabolic Functions

Burcu Yeşilbudak*

Since organic food products derived from terrestrial ecosystems are negatively affected by global climate changes, it is predicted that aquatic ecosystems may be the first and most important source that will compensate for the food resources coming from this area.

Research Article

Association Between Diet Quality and Central Obesity in Female Students

Mansooreh Yousefvand*; Ariyo Movahedi; Abolghassem Djazayery

Central obesity can be the root cause of a number of diseases, including diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. Therefore, it seems necessary to study the factors affecting it to prevent such diseases. Previous studies have suggested a possible relationship between a healthy eating pattern.

Review Article

Breastfeeding Support and Infant Health Outcomes: A Narrative Review of Current Policies

Okoye Chinelo U*; Ayilara Olabode P; Nnedu Chidera V; Enechi Chiamaka O; Ikpeseni Alexander N; Chime Oluchukwu E; Nduka Ugochi C; Ogunlade Titilope A

Breastfeeding is recognized as the ideal feeding choice for early and later-life health benefits to the child by providing proper nutrition and protection from infections, diarrhea, diseases and building healthy maternal infant attachment. The objective of this review is to examine the various breastfeeding support regulations and their impacts on infant health, with a view to identifying best practices and potential policy enhancements.

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