2026 - Volume 5 [Issue 4]


Original Research Article

Investigate Morbidity Patterns and Nutritional Challenges among Pregnant Adolescent Girls in Sierra Leone: A District-Level Analysis

Marion Macortho Maltina Sesay, Susan Sia Quee, Sylvia Kercher Bangura, Sarh Foday

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4440

Page: 1159-1170

Antifungal Properties of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Pentaclethra macrophylla, Ricinus communis and Zea mays

C. V. Uzoh, P. C. Igwe, C. O. Uzoh-Chukwuma, A. A. Adeshina, L. I. Uwanta

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4444

Page: 1205-1210

Proximate and Nutritional Composition of Bush Cherry Maesobotrya barteri (Baill Hutch) Fruit Types

N. T. Nwagbaraocha, H. A. Okorie, U. N. Okorie, C. M. Ahukaemere, S. U. Onwudike

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4445

Page: 1211-1216

Value-Addition of Guava Jam with Dates as a Health Promoting Functional Food

Manika Ray, Priyanka Shankar

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4446

Page: 1217-1223

Effect of Storage Conditions and Maize Variety on the Total Heterotrophic Bacterial Count and pH of Kunun-zaki

Lasbry Chidi Nnodim, Jane Chiabuotu Onyeche, Chiamaka Onuegbu

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4447

Page: 1224-1237

Development and Quality Evaluation of a Pineapple–Costus afer (Opete) Extract Composite Drink

B. C. Nwokeke, C. U. Obiesie, E. C. Ogugua

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4448

Page: 1238-1250

Optimization of Anthocyanin Extraction from Banana Bract (Musa paradisiaca) and their Potential Application as a Natural Colorant in Cordial Beverages

Kurai Gareth Mawoneke, Violet Angel Dzinotyiwei, Raphael Kwiri, Felix Mujuru

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4453

Page: 1306-1318

GC–MS Profiling of 2,4-DNPH Derivatized Carbonyl Compounds in Fresh and Reused Frying Oils

Ezenwali, Moses Obinna, Ngwu, Nonso Emmanuel, Ezenwali, Ogochukwu Vivian

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4455

Page: 1333-1350

Spatial Distribution of Potentially Toxic Elements and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Edible Crabs and Prawns from Selected Niger Delta Aquatic Ecosystems: Human Health Risk Assessment

Egileoniso Egileonisofien J., Igwegbe Kelvin C., Okpoji Awajiiroijana U., Omuluche Collins O., Osuagwu Eze L., Okoro Mary U., Opara Ginikachi J., Nwojo Princeley E., Victor Chukwuemeka Eze

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4459

Page: 1400-1412


Review Article

Comparative Review of Wheat Flour and Cassava Flour: Potential of Fortified Cassava Flour as a Sustainable Substitute

Jumoke Happiness Ayansola, Roseline Oluwajomiloju Olateju, Ibrahim Abu, Oluwabunmi John, Teniola Atiwaye

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4443

Page: 1188-1204

Maternal Age and Human Milk: Effects on Lactation Outcomes, Nutritional Composition, Bioactive Components, and Clinical Implications—A Structured Narrative Review

Ashraf T. Soliman, Suha Abu Khalaf, Fawzia Alyafei, Ahmed Elawwa, Nada Alaaraj, Noor Hamed, Shayma Ahmed

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4454

Page: 1319-1332

Occurrence, Advanced Detection Methods and Mitigation Strategies of Mycotoxins in Cereal-Based Food Systems: A Critical Review

Mansur Hussaina , Sogunle Kazeem Atanda, Ismaila Ayuba Ramadan , Thomas Akobi Okache

DOI: 10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i4457

Page: 1363-1391


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