Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition aims to publish high quality papers (Click here for Types of paper) on all aspects of Food research and Nutrition. By not excluding papers based on novelty, this journal facilitates the research and wishes to publish papers as long as they are technically correct and scientifically motivated. The journal also encourages the submission of useful reports of negative results. This is a quality controlled, OPEN peer-reviewed, open-access INTERNATIONAL journal.

This is an open-access journal which means that all content is freely available without charge to the user or his/her institution. Users are allowed to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of the articles, or use them for any other lawful purpose, without asking prior permission from the publisher or the author. This is in accordance with the BOAI definition of open access.

Every issue will consist of a minimum of 5 papers. Each issue will be running, and all officially accepted manuscripts will be immediately published online. 

Current Issue

2023 - Volume 2 [Issue 4]


Systematic Review Article

Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons, PAHs Contamination Levels and Health Risks in Foods Consumed in Nigeria: A Review

Ifeoma M. Odika , Gloria C. Nwanisobi, Njideka V. Nwankwo , Ebuka C. Mmaduakor, Obianuju A. Ikeh


Page: 558-570


Original Research Article

An Assessment of Potential In-vivo Hepatoprotective Properties of Vitis vinifera in Experimental Rat Model

Najibah Nasrin , Md. Abu Sufian , Maliha Rownak Ara Khan , Fahmida Maliha , Marufa Islam , Abul Khair Muhammad Foyaz Mia , Amrin Yeasin Proma , Fahima Afroja , Sara Rahmat , Jasim Uddin , Fahima Aktar , Tahmina Akter , K. M. Khairul Alam , Jakir Ahmed Chowdhury , Shaila Kabir , Abu Asad Chowdhury , Md. Shah Amran


Page: 255-265

Formula of Mustard (Brassica juncea L) Stick Fortified Mung Bean (Vigna radiata) Flour

Al Muthiah, A. Ita Juwita , Muhammad Fitri , Arham Rusli


Page: 274-279

Economic Analysis of Locust Bean Seeds Processing and Marketing in Ekiti State, Nigeria

K. A. Abdu-Raheem , F. O. Osundare , O. C. Ajewole , A. O. Adekunmi , A. O. Kolawole , F. M. Oluwatusin


Page: 280-286

Factors Contributing to Obesity among Adolescents

Sunita Poudel , Laxmi Pradhan


Page: 287-297

Effects of Fermentation and Steaming on the Proximate and Antinutritional Properties of Pigeon Pea Seed Flour

I. G. Lawrence , E. A. Akande , M. O. Oke


Page: 298-312

Physical Characteristics of Gelatin-Xylitol Edible Film

Imam Ghiffari , Manik Eirry Sawitri , Abdul Manab


Page: 313-322

An Assessment of Anti-hyperlipidemic Potentialities of Ethanolic Extract of Hemidesmus indicus in High Fat Induced Rat Model

Juliana Aditi Baroi , Md. Rakib Hossian , Md. Mustafiz Chowdhury , Nur-Neasha Dolon , Fahmida Maliha , Md. Abdullah Hil Baky Rupak , Navila Nawjesh Lima , Md. Rahmat Ullah , Rafat Tahsin


Page: 323-330

An Evaluation of Anti-hyperlipidemic Activity of Ethanolic Extract of Cinnamomum tamala leaves in High Fat Induced Rodent Model

Farhana Yesmin Peya , Sayma Akter Nirzana , Isratul Jannat Mim , Tasnimur Rahman Khan , Souvik Kumar Mandal , Masruk Alam , Redwanul Haque , Najmus Sakib Minhaj , Tasnia Rahman , Rafat Tahsin


Page: 331-339

Chemical Composition, Functional and Pasting Properties of Sprouted Maize (Zea mays)-Hildegardia barteri (Kpaakpa)- Blanched Plantain (Musa paradisiaca) Composite Flour

Josephat Ikechukwu Anyadioha, Roseline Nwabugo Attaugwu, John Ikechukwu Eze


Page: 340-350

Estimation of Sensory Evaluation and Functional Properties of Therapeutic Bar

Km Kajal , Neetu Singh , Prashant Sagar


Page: 359-366

Anti-Nutrients Composition of Starch Isolated from Red and White Sorghum Cultivars Subjected to Different Steeping Time

A. B. Zubair , M. O. Ojo , F. A. Femi , Y. M. O. Maxwell , L. R. Isah, J. O. Owheruo


Page: 367-373

Physicochemical and Morphological Analysis of Millet Yoghurt Powder: Characterization and Quality Evaluation

Teena Thomas , Neetu Singh , Prashant Sagar


Page: 374-379

Organoleptic Characteristics of Tiger Nut Drink (Kunu Ayaya) Preserved By Herbs

W. S. Lawal , R. T. Yusuf , A. O. Atanda , Q. O. Hassan , A. K. Alaya , T. M. Olorundare


Page: 380-384

Compositional Analysis of Sweet Italian (Capsicum annuum) and Habanero (Capsicum annuum) Peppers Consumed in Benue State, Nigeria

Ngunengen Igbakaa , Abraham Tartenger Girgih , Dinnah Ahure , Pius Oteikwu Ejoha


Page: 385-396

Physicochemical, Nutritional and Antioxidant Properties of Syzygium malaccense Extracted with Different Solvents

M. Omojufehinsi , I. Y. Longdet , C. D. Luka


Page: 397-411

Minerals Content of Cleome gynandra and Allium cepa Leaves Grown in Burkina Faso

Charles W. Yaméogo, Franck Garanet


Page: 412-417

Determination of Proximate and Phytochemical Composition of Three Species of Beans Sold in Uli

Ejimofor, Chiamaka Frances , Nwakoby, Nnamdi Enoch , Oledibe, Odira Johnson , Mbaukwu, Onyinye Ann , Afam-Ezeaku, Chikaodili Eziamaka


Page: 418-429

Antibacterial Effect of Awolowo Weed (Chromolenaodorata) Extract on Salmonella typhii Isolated from Typhoid Patients

Ejimofor Chiamaka Frances , Nwakoby Nnamdi Enoch , Oledibe Odira Johnson , Mbaukwu Onyinye Ann , Afam-Ezeaku Chikaodili Eziamaka


Page: 430-440

Factors Affecting Smallholder Farmers Participation in Sesame Seed Marketing in Doma Local Government Area, Nasarawa State

Emmy Owoicho Okadonye , Esther Seember Pinga , Akaa Bee Joseph , Iornem Shima Kennedy, Rengmang Rohop Saidu , Otokpa Sam Otse, Apochi Joshua Apochi


Page: 441-450

Antioxidant Activity of Fermented Inferior Jember Robusta Coffee Beans Using Saccharomyces cerevisiae as a Starter in the Semi-carbonic Maceration Technique

Asmak Afriliana , Bima Lathif Purnomo , Yuli Witono, Giyarto, Ardiyan Dwi Masahid , Jayus


Page: 451-461

Nutritional Potential of Two Species of Mushroom Edible by the Tem and Kabyè Peoples Living Along the Alédjo Wildlife Reserve: P. tuber-regium (Fr.) Fr and C. platyphyllus Heinem

Essossimna Magamana, Mamatchi Melila, Hodabalo Kamou, Pondikpa Nadjombe, Kokou Elohanna Agossou, Kudzo Atsu Guelly


Page: 462-475

Effect of Adding Beetroot Powder on Chemical, Nutritional, Rheological, and Organoleptic Properties of Frozen Yogurt

M. Y. El-Hawary, W. A. Ragab, Abd El-Baset O. M.


Page: 511-521

Influence of Addition of Naked Barley and Broken Rice on Chemical, Rheological and Organoleptic Properties of Balady Bread

Gamal Saad. El-Hadidy , Adly Samir. Abd El-Sattar , Wael Mospah. Mospah


Page: 522-535

Chemical Composition and Sensory Properties of Wheat, African Yam Bean and Tiger Nut Residue Composite Flour Cookies

Israel Chukwunonso George , Ernest Chukwusoro Igwe , Chika Ukamaka Obiora , Felix Omologbe , Paige Ngozi Igwe , IzunnaTochukwu Ubaka


Page: 536-545

Proximate Composition and Microbiological Evaluation of Cookies Produced from Whole Wheat Flour, Unripe Plantain Flour (R. markham) and Moringa oleifera Leaf Powder

Adaugo Blessing Duruanyanwu , Victor-Aduloju, A. T., James E. Obiegbuna


Page: 571-582

Preparation and Evaluation of Some Weaning Foods from Nectarine and Oats

Marwa M. Shaheen , Ensaf M. Khalil , El-Shahat G. El-Dreny


Page: 583-592

Effects of Acha-Cowpea-Carrot Based Couscous on the Hematological and Liver profile of Wistar Rat

J. A. Ayo , M. O. Ojo , V. I. Ayo , J. A, Ankeli , A. C. Vongfa


Page: 593-611

Consumer Acceptability and Nutrient Content of Westwood (Cirina forda) Larva-enriched Vegetable Soups

Udemba Rita Cynthia , A. T. Víctor-Aduloju , C. N. Ishiwu


Page: 625-634

Quality Evaluation of Sorghum-Malted Cowpea flour Blend for Biscuit Making Using Albino Rat to Test its Suitability for Consumption

J. A. Ayo , V. I. Ayo , D. S. Oyedele , J. A. Ankeli , N. Joshua


Page: 635-651

Physicochemical Properties of Oil and Flour from Selected Peanut Varieties

Oluwayomi Isaac Fayomi , Joshua Sani Ataguba , Theophilus Aondona Tile , Hillary Ogbu Ochelle


Page: 652-662

Effects of Pretreatments on the Physicochemical Properties of Deep Fat Fried Plantain Strips

Okoye Eberechukwu Kester , Ishiwu Charles N., Ozoemena Isaac C.


Page: 663-675

Fungi Associated with the Spoilage of Smoke Dried Fish in Open Market in Osogbo, Osun-State, Nigeria

Francis Olusegun Oladeji, Olanrewaju John Adebayo , Abolayo Tawakalitu Tope , Makanjuola Bosede Christiana , Olawuni Timothy Ifeoluwa


Page: 676-680

Quality Evaluation of Biscuits Made from Amaranthus Seed (Amaranthus spp) and Tiger Nut (Cyperus esculentus lativum) Flour Blend.

Ayo J. A., Awogbenja M. D., Gbuusu B., Akaahan S. P., Gani I. A.


Page: 681-694

Chemical Composition, Physical and Sensory Properties of Sweet Orange Pulp-Pineapple Pomace-wheat Flour Blend Breads

Ayo J. A., Orafa P., Odudu J. H., James P. B.


Page: 695-707

Efficacy of Low FODMAP Diet in Adult Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Zina Saad Abdulrahman Aldaggistany , Nawal Mehdi Firhan Alkalidi , Ihab Saeed Ahmed


Page: 723-731


Review Article

The Impacts of Inflation on Food Security in Nigeria: A Review

Chika U. Obiora , Mary C. Ezeh , Chukwunonso I. George, Sylvester N. Orjiakor , Chinenye B. Anigbogu , Chilota G. Nwabude , Felix Omologbe


Page: 476-495

Review on Quality Evaluation of Carbonated Falsa Drink through Microbial Activity

Sajid Ali, Muhamamd Abdul Haseeb, Imranullah, Muhammad Afzal, Monaza Tehseen, Sanaullah


Page: 506-510