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Assessment of Food Safety Knowledge, Attitudes and Self-reported practices of food handlers in a selected hotel in Kampala, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2018-08)The main aim of this study was to examine the food safety knowledge, attitudes and self-reported practices of food handlers in hotels in Uganda. A cross section study design was conducted to gather information regarding ... -
Assessment of fruit and vegetable intake among corporate workers in Kampala city center, Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2019)Introduction: There is a low level of consumption of fruits and vegetables globally resulting in micronutrient deficiencies such as Iron Deficiency Anemia and chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, cancer and ... -
Assessment of fruit and vegetable intake among makerere university students in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022-11-02)The main aim of the study was to establish consumption levels of fruit and vegetables among Makerere University students in School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bio engineering (SFTNB). The study established that females ... -
Assessment of Fruit and Vegetable Intake among Makerere University Undergraduate Students
(Makerere University, 2019-08-16)This study assessed fruit and vegetable intake among Makerere University undergraduate students. The study examined fruit and vegetable (F&V) consumption among undergraduate students at Makerere University and the influence ... -
Assessment of knowledge and consumption patterns of fibre rich foods among diabetic patients aged 18 years and above at kiruddu hospital
(Makerere University, 2019-09)Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), a disease previously known for "the rich'', has become a health problem affecting both the rich and poor. The disease has increasingly become prevalent in adults and the elderly. Diabetes ... -
Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice of Self-Monitoring of Bood Glucose (SMBG) among diabetic patients aged 18 years and above at Kawolo Hospital Buikwe District
(Makerere University, 2022-03)Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disease characterised by elevated levels of blood glucose (or blood sugar) which leads overtime to serious complications. The prevalence of diabetes has been steadily ... -
Assessment of Nutrition status, Nutritional knowledge and related factors among students of school of Agricultural sciences (CAES) Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-11-04)This study sought to asses nutrition status, nutrition knowledge and related factors among students of School of Agricultural Sciences, Makerere University. The specific objectives of the study were: to assess and ... -
Assessment of on farm milking practices leading to milk spoilage and losses in Kabonera Sub-County Masaka - District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)A cross-sectional study was conducted to assess milking practices at farm –level leading to milk spoilage and losses in Kabonera Sub-county Masaka district. Data was collected from 51 randomly selected farms in the sub ... -
Assessment of storage and handling of maize grains in Kisenyi and how it affects its quality
(Makerere University, 2021-02-12)Maize is one of the staple foods in East Africa, Uganda is a prominent regional producer and exporter of maize to Kenya and other markets especially in the eastern region. The objectives of this study were, (1) to determine ... -
Assessment of the impact of municipal solid waste disposal on ground water quality: a case of Kiteezi landfill site.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-01)Most of the rubbish generated in Kampala city is collected and dumped in Kiteezi landfill. The landfill has therefore been a viable solution to the waste problem in Kampala. It however poses a significant threat to the ... -
Assessment of the knowledge, attitude and practices related to cutaneous manifestation of micronutrient deficiencies in hair, skin and nails among women aged 18-49 in greater Kampala Metropolitan Area, central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02-23)Although micronutrients are needed in small amounts by the body, they play numerous significant roles such as enhancing cognitive function, proper growth and development, electrolyte balance, hormone synthesis and ... -
An assessment of the legume consumption patterns among Makerere University students ,Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02-10)Legumes refer to plants in the family fabaceae(leguminosae), or the fruit or seed of such plants. The common types of legumes used in Uganda include beans, peas, ground nuts, soyabeans, simsim, bambaranuts among others. This ... -
Assessment of the nutrient recovery process from chicken droppings digestate with jackfruit waste-based biochar as an adsorbent.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Responsible consumption and production is one of the key tools towards sustainable development and this can be achieved through reducing waste generation, prevention, recycling and reuse of waste. Jackfruit is one of the ... -
Assessment of the quality and stability of cricket enriched krickies
(Makerere University, 2022-03-21)Studies show that the world population is growing really fast, and as such, the demand for more food is growing equally fast. Crickets among other insects can be an alternative source of food and protein. However, as shown ... -
Assessment of the water quality in Intermediary water storage tanks
(Makerere University, 2022-04-06)Domestic water storage tanks are commonly used to store clean and safe water supplied by NWSC. However, there is change of the quality of water in the storage tanks and little is known about the water quality in the tanks ... -
Assessment of water quality in selected slums of Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2023)The quality of potable water sources in slums is a public health concern and water quality exhibits temporal (seasonal variations) and spatial variations. There is an information gap regarding water quality in the slums ... -
Association between Intra-Household food distribution and nutritional status of children under 5 years in Abim District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02-26)The study assessed the association between Intra-household food distribution and nutritional Status of children under five years in Otumpili village, Alerek sub-county, Abim district. The study objectives were; 1) to assess ... -
Awareness about appropriate breastfeeding practices among mothers in low income communities in Kampala district: a case of Katanga community.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Background: Many children are not breastfed in the recommended way, and complementary feeding is not done appropriately among some mothers. This is associated with various health risks. Thus, WHO and UNICEF formulated the ... -
(Bantu, D. J). An investigation on the use of volcanic rocks in terms of cooking fuel saving and their implication on the environment. (Unpublished undergraduate dissertation). Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-01-25)Cooking is extremely important for any community, regardless of its geographical location or cultural heritage. The use of traditional biomass fuel for cooking is increasingly seen as a contributor to indoor and outdoor ... -
Barriers and facilitators to weight loss among young adults aged 18-25 years undertaking weight loss programs in Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2019-08-16)Maintenance of healthy weight is important for obesity management among young adults. However, little is known about weight loss strategies used by the young adults in Makerere University or the facilitators and barriers ...