Towards valorizing spinach and amaranth’s leaves in Eastern democratic republic of Congo

Spinach and amaranth are among the most consumed vegetables in Eastern DRC where mothers are encouraged to consider them in their daily diets as source of vitamins and minerals and to fight against infantile malnutrition. During dry season prices are higher as compared to wet season due to low productions; at the same time considerable […]

Water spinach (Ipomoea aquatica) as potential macrophytes to remediate acid mine drainage (AMD)

One of the serious environmental problems in mining industry is Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) after mineral sulfides are exposed for oxidation-reduction. Acid water from AMD has devastating effect on aquatic natural resources and caused toxicity in plants, but here macrophytes were tested for its capability of increasing water pH. In an experiment following Completely Randomized […]

Storage studies of jaggery prepared using aloe vera, pursalane and malabar spinach mucilage clarificants

The jaggery was prepared using plant mucilage as clarificant extracted from Aloe vera, purslane and malabar spinach and control jaggery was also prepared without any clarificant. The mucilage was used at dosage rate of 0.4% of raw sugarcane juice. The jaggery prepared using plant mucilage as clarificants were packed in three packaging materials namely brown […]

Effects of different effluents on the yield quality and heavy metals accumulation in spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.)

Heavy metals are one of the important types of contaminants that can be found on the surface and in the tissue of fresh vegetables. In this regard, a study was conducted to see the impact of different effluents on the growth, yield and heavy metals content of spinach grown in pots. The plants were treated […]

Minimization of residential microbial flora on spinach leaves using cobalt 60 to enhance its export potential

A leafy vegetable particularly spinach locally known as palak, has been part of human diet for many years. Pakistan stands among top ten spinach producing countries in the world and contributes considerably to the income. However, lack of proper storage facilities and microbial attack result in post-harvest losses. Food irradiation reduced storage losses, extended shelf […]

Biochemical composition and effects of radiation on sensory, biochemical and physiological quality of fresh spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.)

Leafy vegetables have become an important part of the diet because of their nutritive value and low calorie content. But leafy vegetables are very perishable and susceptible to postharvest damage and spoilage which limit the storage period and quality of them. Irradiation is being used in the preservation of leafy vegetables. The effects of irradiation […]

Profitability and efficiency analyses of organic temperate vegetable production in the Philippines

This research analyzed the profitability and efficiency of organic temperate vegetable production through the supply chain approach. Survey, key informant interviews, participant observation and archival research were used to gather data. Thirty eight (38) producers and 11 traders in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), Region III and Region IVA served as respondents. Descriptive statistics, cost […]

Evaluation of nutrition facts of certain vegetables for weight loss

Obesity has now become a chronic disease that is prevailing worldwide. Prominent reasons other than genetic effects are physical inactivity, sleep cycle disturbance, and poor dietary habits. A balanced diet is essential for attaining good physical health and a normal BMI (Body Mass Index) score. To decrease obesity and losing weight, a diet should be […]

Development and nutritional characterization of nutrients enriched food bars

The objective of this research was to determine the effects of minerals, fennel and carrots juice on the physico-chemical properties of food bars during storage.Texture in terms of hardness values were from 149.24 to 341.33g. FB0 had less hardness (149.24 g) and it gradually increased towards FB2 (341.33 g) and during storage of 90 days. […]

Nitrate accumulation in the winter and summer vegetables grown in the Punjab (Pakistan)

Vegetables occupy a pivotal place in the human diet, but unfortunately these contribute maximally to nitrate accumulation and pose serious health hazards. Nitrite and nitroso compounds which form when nitrite binds to other substances before or after ingestion e.g. the amines derived from proteins are toxic and can lead to severe pathologies in humans.  Thus, […]