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Development of mint flavoured tea bags
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
There has been an increased popularity and acceptance of herbal teas due to consumer awareness of nutritional and health benefits derived from their consumption. However, peppermint stands among the many underutilized ...
Design modification and fabrication of a manually operated paddy rice seedlings planter
(Makerere University, 2021-01-28)
One of the labour-intensive processes in lowland rice cultivation in Uganda is transplanting. Manual transplanting is very tedious and time-consuming operation, requiring about 250-300 man per ha per hour. Hand transplanting ...
Nutritional composition for the three jackfruit types grown in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Jackfruit is the largest tree born fruit weight up to 45 kg, the fruit is becoming of great economic value because of its nutritional value and rich mouth feel. These nutrients are important in prevention of nutritional ...
Nutrition knowledge and practices of among pregnant women aged 15-45 years attending antenatal care at Ndejje Health Center Ⅳ in Wakiso district.
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Background: Maternal malnutrition remains unacceptably high across regions in South-central
and Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. According to the 2018 World Health Organization
(WHO) African region data, between ...
Effect of postharvest handling processes on the nutrient, chemical composition and sensory properties of silver cyprinid powder
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Background; The proper post-harvest handling processing of the highly perishable silver cyprinid (Rastrineobola argentea) could contribute towards alleviation of food insecurity by directly acting as a food resource and ...
Relationship between physical activity and its level of awareness with health benefits among Makerere University students
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Background: Physical activity can be effective in the prevention of non- communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and obesity which are listed as the main cause of death in adult mortality. ...
Assessment and prediction of land use land cover changes: A case of Lake Kijanebalola watershed in Rakai district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
This research focused on the assessment of historical trends and prediction of future land use land cover changes in Lake Kijanebalola Watershed in Rakai district in Uganda using remote sensing (RS) and geographical ...
Effect of thermal processing of Sweet potato chips on drying kinetics and quality retention
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
Sweet potatoes are a significant crop and are popular among consumers. Preserving fresh sweet
potatoes by making of sweet potatoes chips is a common practice in the northern and eastern
(Teso) regions of Uganda.The quality ...
Production and characterization of jack fruit waste briquettes
(Makerere University, 2021-01-03)
Naturally, 60% of a ripe jackfruit is not eaten and is usually discarded as agricultural waste. This research explores the possibility of producing briquettes from jackfruit waste as an alternative cooking fuel. Two main ...
Exclusive breastfeeding rates and associated factors among working mothers attending child care services at selected health facilities in Arua District
(Makerere University, 2021)
Background: The role of breastfeeding in ensuring a healthy childhood and survival cannot be
underestimated; the benefits span populations living in low income, middle income, and even
high-income countries.To reduce ...