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Nutrition And Academic Performance of Primary School Children in Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-01-14)
The purpose of this study was to examine the role of nutrition on academic performance of school children aged 6-8 years of a selected primary school in Kampala, Uganda. The objectives of the study were; 1) to assess the ...
Utilization of lemon, honey, ginger and mulondo in production of an anti-hangover drink for alcohol consumers
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
Alcohol provides pleasure to users. It is an integral part of ceremonies like child naming, funerals, marriages, judicial processes, legal processes and it is a source of income to both individuals and the government. ...
Evaluating the Effect of Vacuum Packaging and Freezing on the Shelf Stability of Mandazi
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
Mandazi is a form of sweet fried bread consumed as a snack. Mandazi has great economic and nutritional importance and originates from East Africa. Mandazi have a short shelf life of a few days when stored at room temperature. ...
Effect of processing on bioactive compounds in oyster nuts (Telfairia Pedata)
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
This study aimed at determining the nutrient content of oyster nut, the bioactive compounds in oyster nut and the effect of processing on bioactive compounds in oyster nut. Dry oyster nut samples were collected for Namutumba ...
Utilization of chayote fruit and effect of processing on its nutrient content: A case study of Maziba Sub County, Kabale District
(Makerere University, 2022)
Due to current increased use of chayote fruit, various cooking and processing methods and recipes have been developed and used and these independently affect the nutrient content of the fruit. Cooking processes promote ...
Utilization and Nutritional Quality of Amakamo (Cultured Milk) from Sanga Town Council in Kiruhura District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
The study on utilization and nutritional quality of Amakamo (cultured milk) was conducted with the aim of evaluating the utilization patterns and nutritional composition of Amakamo commonly consumed in western Uganda. The ...
Performance evaluation of the hybrid biomass supported heater solar dryer at Kangulumira
(Makerere University, 2022-03-23)
An evaluation of the performance of an 8m by 4m hybrid solar dryer incorporating a biomass
heater is presented in this thesis. The thesis compares the collector and drying efficiency, drying
rate depending on the drying ...
Reducing oil separation in homemade peanut butter( Kipoli)
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
Oil separation and caking of the peanut butter is a major challenge to its shelf stability. The objective of this experiment was to investigate the effect of vegetable shortenings Baker’s Fat (BF) and Kimbo Vegetable Fat ...
Linkage between food safety and food security in different households in Katukura village, Kabale District
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
A dual relationship exists between food security and food safety. This is because when food is unsafe, it is insecure as the availability, utilization in the body, stability and affordability is all hampered with. The ...
Utilization of chayote fruit and effect of processing on its nutrient content: a case study of Maziba Sub County, Kabale district
(Makerere University, 2022-03-25)
Due to current increased use of chayote fruit, various cooking and processing methods and recipes have been developed and used and these independently affect the nutrient content of the fruit. Cooking processes promote ...