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Evaluation of beans as an ingredient in producing maize and millet based complementary foods
(Makerere University, 2019-07)
Complementary foods in most of developing countries including Uganda are based on cereals, tubers and traditional foods like plantains, yams and cassava. Other nutrient dense foods that can be incorporated in complementary ...
Effect of extraction parameters (defatting, solvent type, solvent concentration, sonication time and processing method) on total phenolics’ of the edible long-horned grasshopper Ruspolia differens
(Makerere University, 2019)
This study aimed at determining the effect of extraction parameters (defatting, solvent type, solvent concentration, sonication time and processing method) on total phenolic content in Ruspolia differens (edible grasshoppers) ...
Determination of the nutrient and anti-nutrient composition of chia (Salvia hispanica l.) Seeds and leaves grown in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-08)
The aim of this study was to determine the nutritional quality of chia seeds and leaves grown
in Uganda so as to contribute to reduction of cases of malnutrition in the country. Chia seeds
and leaves were obtained from ...
Development of a decision support tool for planning and designing small earth dams
(Makerere University, 2019-12-16)
This study examines the use and application of computer programs to support the decision making in planning and designing small earth dams. Design and construction of earth dams has been met with many challenges in planning ...
Development of an instant potato soup powder from small non-marketable potatoes (solanum tuberosum)
(Makerere University, 2019-08-29)
Potato (Solanum tuberosum) is an important food crop grown by many farmers in Uganda especially in the highland regions. Post-harvest losses are a major hindrance to increasing production of potatoes. One of the causes of ...
Lifestyle practices and cardiovascular diseases risk: a case study of young adults between 18-30 years in Mulago-Katale Village
(Makerere University, 2019-10)
Introduction: Lifestyle factors play an important role in the etiology of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). A combination of genetic, physiological, lifestyle and environmental factors have been reported to be associated ...
Design and fabrication of a regenerator chamber for a continuous pasteurizer
(Makerere University, 2019-07)
The agro-processing industry has developed to increase production, boost product value addition, and preserve food. This has not been achievable due to dependence on imported machinery and the high cost of production in ...
Development of a sorghum malt-based nutrient enriched probiotic bushera
(Makerere University, 2019-10-03)
Obushera is a popular sorghum or millet based fermented beverage from western Uganda that is used or infant feeding. This beverage is generally low in protein and in micronutrients such as vitamin A and iron. This study ...
The effects of different cooking times and temperatures on nutritive quality of mangoes, tomatoes and carrots
(Makerere University, 2019-09-30)
The present study was conducted with the aim to determine the effect of cooking temperature
and time on the nutritive value of mangoes, carrots and tomatoes. Fruits and vegetables are
important components of a balanced ...