Muhammad Nadeem

This study aimed to develop a cost-effective and nutritious gluten-free cake enriched with rice bran for introduction. Gluten-free cakes were prepared using rice flour (RF), maize flour (MF), and chickpea flour (CF) in different proportions. Following organoleptic evaluation, the T3 combination (40% RF, 40% MF, and 20% CF) was selected to incorpora...

To concentrate omega‐3 fatty acids (n‐3) in fish oil (FO), olein and super olein fraction (OF) of FO were produced by winterization. For this purpose, FO was slowly cooled to −50°C (24 h), the mixture of crystallized and non‐crystallized phases was separated, filtrate was coded as OF (yield 32%), 35% of OF was kept for storage study and analytical...

In this study, sonication was employed using a Box-Behnkin design (BBD) to measure total phenolic content, total flavonoid content, total flavonol content, anthocyanin content, and radical scavenging activity. The process was optimized by varying three key factors: time (35–55 min), temperature (45–65 °C), and amplitude (70–90%). The maximum total...

The high amount of starch in fruits is responsible for its post-processing cloudiness. In the current study, α-amylase from porcine pancreases was immobilized onto carboxymethyl cellulose/polyacrylamide (CMC/PAM) hydrogel. This in-house-built CMC/PAM-Amy hydrogel offers a more efficient and sustainable solution for apple juice clarification. To acq...

Heavy metal contaminated food crops are one of the major public health concerns these days. The present study evaluates the Cd uptake in some promising wheat varieties subjected to soils amended with different types of organic fertilizers/matter. For this purpose, both pot and field experiments were conducted at the same time in Sargodha, Pakistan....

In many countries with wastewater irrigation and intensive use of fertilizers (minerals and organics), heavy metal deposition by crops is regarded as a major environmental concern. A study was conducted to determine the impact of mineral fertilizers, cow manure, poultry manure, leaf litter, and sugarcane bagasse on soil’s trace Pb content and edibl...

2 Metabolic disorders including hypertension, diabetes and cardiovascular disease etc. are the major threats to public health and economy. Management and prevention of alarmingly increased aforementioned disorders has attracted researchers to explore their natural remedies. The objective of this study was to explore ultrasonically extracted dietary...

The experiments reported in this research paper aimed to evaluate the physico-chemical and sensory characteristics, microbial quality and antioxidant potential of goat's milk paneer during storage (0–12 d, 4 ± 1°C). The juices from five different citrus fruits were used as coagulant (treatments) to make goat's milk paneer. The pH of all paneer samp...

Metabolic disorders including hypertension, diabetes and cardiovascular disease etc. are the major threats to public health and economy. Management and prevention of alarmingly increased aforementioned disorders has attracted researchers to explore their natural remedies. The objective of this study was to explore ultrasonically extracted dietary f...

Triglyceride (TG) buildup in the liver is a hallmark of the metabolic disorder of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The four pathogenic categories mainly followed by the NAFLD pathway are hepatocellular carcinoma, non-alcoholic steatosis, steatohepatitis, and progressive fibrosis or cirrhosis. The likelihood of developing NAFLD rises with...

The present study aimed to develop ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage using the choongan (Caralluma tuberculata L.) extract and further to evaluate antioxidant potential and mineral estimation of the prepared RTD. The stem of Caralluma tuberculata was used to further isolate and purify the powder. Then, C. tuberculata powder was utilized in the formulat...

Rasmalai is a very popular, delicious, and nutritious indigenous sweet dish in Indo‐Pakistani civilization. It has a very short shelf life, i.e., up to 3 days. The study was designed to assess the effect of preservatives (potassium sorbate and calcium propionate) on the shelf stability of Rasmalai. Moreover, proximate composition and sensory evalua...

By dry crystallization, concentrations of unsaturated fatty acids and bioactive compounds can be increased in olein and super-olein fractions in vegetable oils. Among all sources of vegetable oils, safflower oil (SO) possesses the maximum linoleic acid content. To boost the industrial applications of SO, two variants were produced by single- and tw...

Response surface methodology Box behnken design Functional properties of extracted fibers A B S T R A C T This study was executed to explore efficacy of ultrasound assisted extraction of dietary fiber from oat cultivar S2000. Extraction (variables time, temperature and amplitude) was optimized by using response surface methodology (RSM) conducted b...

Contamination of fodder species with elevated levels of metallic compounds holds significant epidemiological relevance, as it serves as the primary gateway for the introduction of these elements into the food chain. This investigation was directed to ascertain the ecological and health hazard of nickel contamination through various indices in food...

This study aimed to assess the concentration of Zinc (Zn) in the edible parts of Citrus sinensis, Citrus reticulata, and Citrus limetta irrigated with sewage water and canal water along with different application of fertilizers. Plant, water, and soil samples were randomly chosen from two different locations for metal analysis. Water samples contai...

Coriander is an important annual herb that has been used as food and medicine for years. Coriander is one of the oldest herbs and spices, dating back to 5000 bc. It has been used as a spice and flavoring agent in various international dishes. However, its leaves and seeds are the most important parts of the plant, and are used in the cosmetics, pha...

Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) is one of the oldest useful essential oil-bearing herbs and spices used as a flavoring agent and in traditional medicine. The leaves and seeds of the coriander plant are widely used in folk medicine, while it is most commonly used as a spice in many Asian food products. Coriander seeds and leaves have a sharply str...

This study aimed to assess the concentrations of copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), and manganese (Mn) in the edible parts of grapefruit and kinnow fruit irrigated with sewage water (SW), tube-well water (TW), and canal water (CW). Preparation of the samples used in the study for metal analysis was carried out via the wet acid digestion method. Ato...

Kinnow peel oil has been reported to possess antimicrobial and antioxidant activities due to presence of many bioactive compounds. Therefore, the experiments reported in this research paper aimed to investigate the shelf stability and antioxidant potential of Cheddar cheese coated with Kinnow peel oil at various concentrations (0.2%, 0.4%, and 0.6%...

Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is perceived to protect the body from metabolic diseases. This study was conducted to determine the effect of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (Lp. plantarum) on CLA production and sensory characteristics of cheddar cheese. Lp. plantarum can convert linoleic acid (LA) to CLA. To increase CLA in cheddar cheese and monitor...

Oxidative phosphorylation causes free radicals to accumulate in the mitochondria. A rise in oxidative stress is triggered by their high reactivity and unoccupied electrons. The brain is particularly affected by this ailment since it often requires a lot of oxygen and has a high potential for collecting “Reacting Species.” Antioxidant molecules have...

In this study, five different types of fish burgers were produced using 80% ground fish meat, 10% lipid, 6% spices mixture and 4% water. Burgers (5 mm thickness and 90 g weight) were produced using 100% fish oil (control), 75% fish oil and 25% mango kernel oil (MKO) (T1), 50% fish oil and 50% MKO (T2), 25% fish oil and 75% MKO (T3), 0% fish oil and...

Food fortification processes are used to improve the functional and dietary characteristics of the final product. The basic aim of the current study was to evaluate the ginger (Zingiber officinalis, Roscoe) fortification in yogurt and to improve its functionality. For this purpose, ginger at different concentrations (0%, 0.5%, 1%, 1.5%, and 2%) was...

Dietary fiber a poly saccharide having ten or more monomeric unit. Endogenous enzymes in small intestine are unable to hydrolyze the dietary fiber. Dietary fiber is partially fermented in colon. Alarmingly increasing chronic disorders needs the management strategies. Dietary fiber inclusion in daily intakes is the best option for management and pre...

Even with healthy foods, there is still a need to protect the functionality during processing. The stabilization and enrichment of fish oil (FO) extracted from fish fillets using solvent extraction might make this healthy oil more available. FO was stabilized by mixing it with chia seed oil (CSO) at 50:50 at room temperature. The antioxidant proper...

Non-thermal processing has been developed to increase the quality and storage life of fruit juices in response to consumer desire. Ozonation is a recently developed method that generates volatile oxygen atoms that can eliminate a broad spectrum of microbes and extend the shelf stability of food products. The present research was intended to investi...

Cheddar-type cheese produced from buttermilk had softer texture than standard cheddar cheese due to lower fat content of buttermilk. Fat is extremely important for the functional characteristics and optimum textural attributes of cheese. The effect of different fat contents of buttermilk on chemical characteristics of cheddar-type cheese is not pre...

Plums are the ubiquitous fruit belonging to genus Prunus, subgenus Prunus, consumed as food and have many health benefits and medicinal effect in the treatment of many diseases. Pulp from plums is also used in different beverages. Plums are the potential source of polyphenolic compounds and bioactive compounds such as phenolic, anthocyanins, and ca...

The incorporation of oat grain fiber (ultrasound-assisted extraction) into the dough was evaluated for its rheological characteristics. Spread ratio increased significantly with an increase in the level of oat fiber. The color tonality of biscuits significantly decreased its L*, b*, C, and hab factors, while the a* factor increased with the level o...

The present study was conducted to determine the concentrations of chromium (Cr) and lead (Pb) in soil, fodder, and animal (cow and buffalo) blood in Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan. During the summer and winter seasons, samples were taken from three distinct locations. Using an atomic absorption spectrophotometer, the content of chosen heavy metals was...

Fruit bars are prepared by combination of different ingredients which are wholesome and nutrient-rich. The current study was designed to develop Roselle-Fig (different proportions) fruit bars and further investigate their physico-chemical characteristics and antioxidant potential. Moreover, the prepared fruit bars were scrutinized for microbial and...

Cobalt metal is considered as an essential trace element for the animals. Present investigation was undertaken in the peri-urban area to analyze the cobalt availability in animal food chain by using different indices. Cow, buffalo and sheep samples along with forage and soil samples were collected from the three different sites of District Jhang an...

Heavy metal toxicity is becoming an increasing concern for environmental, human and animal health. The current research analyzed the lead (Pb) contamination in the food chain under three different irrigation sources (ground, canal, and wastewater). Soil, plant and animal samples were collected from the Jhang district of Pakistan and processed with...

Gynostemma pentaphyllum belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae which is native to China where it is also termed an immortal herb. It is an emerging herb gaining fame for its rich phytochemistry. It is loaded with superior phytochemicals with immense therapeutic potential. The key phytochemicals include saponins and sterols. Saponins are a wide class o...

This study aims to evaluate the effect of different spices (black pepper, cumin, clove, nigella, cardamom, and cinnamon) on the physicochemical characteristics and microbial quality, as well as antioxidant potential, of paneer during storage. Different types of spices were incorporated into the paneer at different levels (0.2 and 0.3%). In addition...

Various field trials were performed at different locations of Punjab, Pakistan to study the effect of trace metals on uptake of iron (Fe) and wheat productivity as well as the health risk assessment by ingestion of wheat grains grown with application of different irrigation sources. The experimental design was laid out in RCBD having four replicati...

Lactoferrin is the part of whey proteins, which does not become the part of curd and is lost in the whey. The objective of the current investigation was to develop lactoferrin-supplemented cheddar cheese. Cheddar cheese was supplemented with lactoferrin at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 0 mg/100 g concentrations (T1, T2, T3, T4, and control) and matured for 90...

Water chestnut (Trapa natans L.) is one of Pakistan’s most overlooked fruits; despite its high nutritional value, it fails to capture the attention of food processors in Pakistan due to its seasonal availability. Many types of products can be made because of its starchy taste, firm and crispy texture. In the present study, three treatments (T0, T1...

Among various diseases in humans, diabetes is one of the most complicated disorders resulting either from the malfunctioning of β-cells, causing a poor discharge of insulin from them, or poor functioning of the liberated insulin. A wide array of chemical compounds so-called secondary metabolites are present in plants. These phytochemicals are produ...

Bacteriocins are ribosomal-synthesized peptides or proteins produced by bacterial strains and can inhibit pathogenic bacteria. Numerous factors influence the potential activity of bacteriocins in food matrices. For example, food additives usage, chemical composition, physical conditions of food, and sensitivity of proteolytic enzymes can constrain...

Despite the fact that fertilizers have been used for millennia for sustainable crop production, this high and considerable dependence on fertilizers heightens environmental concerns with the indirect human exposure due to accumulation of toxins in food chain via soil contamination. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the application of fertili...

The significance of diet in connection to human health has raised consumer demand for foods high in nutraceuticals, particularly fruits, and vegetables. The antioxidant phytochemicals vitamins A, C, & E, beta-carotene, carotenes, flavonoids, flavones, total phenolic compounds, etc. are just a few of the many antioxidant phytochemicals that tomatoes...

The significance of diet in connection to human health has raised consumer demand for foods high in nutraceuticals, particularly fruits, and vegetables. The antioxidant phytochemicals vitamins A, C, & E, beta-carotene, carotenes, flavonoids, flavones, total phenolic compounds, etc. are just a few of the many antioxidant phytochemicals that tomatoes...

Rhazya stricta is an important medicinal plant species distributed all over the Warcha salt mine in Pakistan. Analysis of proximate composition and metals is a commendable job to assess the suitability of the exploitation of medicinal plants on a large scale by ethnic communities. The proximate analyses (moisture, fiber, ash, crude fats, proteins a...

Water chestnut (Trapa natans L.) is one of Pakistan’s most overlooked fruits; despite its high nutritional value, it fails to capture the attention of food processors in Pakistan due to its seasonal availability. Many types of products can be made because of its starchy taste, firm and crispy texture. In the present study, three treatments (T0 ,...

Consumer demand for higher-quality fruit juices has resulted in the development of non-thermal processing to extend the shelf life of fruit juices. Ozonation is a novel technique, involving the production of volatile oxygen atoms capable of destroying an extensive range of microorganisms and lengthening the shelf stability of fruit juices. The purp...

ABSTRACT Consumer demand for higher-quality fruit juices has resulted in the development of non-thermal processing to extend the shelf life of fruit juices. Ozonation is a novel technique, involving the production of volatile oxygen atoms capable of destroying an extensive range of microorganisms and lengthening the shelf stability of fruit juices...

Irrigation using sewage water can be beneficial, as it can increase the productivity of crops but has negative consequences on crops, soil contamination, and human health. It contains a variety of toxins, such as chemicals and heavy metals, which damage the soil and crops. In this regard, the aim of the research was to assess the potential health h...

Background: Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids that the body cannot create itself; thus, they must be obtained from functional foods. Therefore, the food processing industries are becoming more interested in the production of omega-3 enriched food products, as consumers and healthcare organizations are increasingly demanding functional f...

Nutritionists recommend to consume 3 g Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) to prevent cancers, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, obesity and other lifestyle-related disorders. To fulfill the daily requirements of CLA, large proportions of dairy and meat products have to be included in the dietary plan that may have negative impacts such as excessive in...

Copper (Cu) and cadmium (Cd) metal distribution in soil–plant ecosystems and their public health risk impact on ruminants (cows, buffalo, and sheep) are explored in the present investigation. Five different forage crops were selected, and the foraging responses of three types of ruminants (cows, buffalo, and sheep) at three ecological sites were ev...

Heavy metal deposition in crops irrigated with wastewater is a serious environmental issue in many developing countries. This research looked at the probable health impacts of chromium (Cr) in water, soil, and food crop samples. The concentration of Cr was measured in samples taken from three sites: Sargodha City, Sahiwal, and Shahpur. Chromium lev...

Plum fruits are perishable commodities, and owing to their highly perishable nature these fruits exhibit very short seasonality. The short shelf life of plum fruits poses major challenges regarding the marketability and availability of fresh chili plums. Plum fruits have a low flesh-to-seed ratio, which necessitates the selection of fruits at the m...

In recent years, consumers have increasingly demanded nutritious, healthy, and fresh-like food products with high organoleptic quality. Watermelon is rich in water, which is 92% mandatory for body functioning, and contains several vitamins, amino acids, antioxidants, carotenoids, and lycopenes with various health benefits. The present study examine...

Cymbopogon citratus is a medicinal and well-known aromatic plant which is usually used as a substitute for green-tea with extraordinary phytomedicinal potential. It is of great importance because it offers several promising health effects. The objective of the study was to investigate the antioxidant activity and total phenolic content of lemongras...

Three Tahsil; Jhanwarian, Sahiwal and Silanwaali of district Sargodha, Pakistan were selected for this project. Municipal waste water was used for irrigation to grow forages and fodder. The main target of this study comprises the assessment of Lead and Zinc in fodder and forage crops. Furthermore, the soil in which the forages are grown up was also...

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus ) is commonly consumed by humans and widely available around the world. It has impressive nutritional properties, a rich phytochemical profile, and various claimed medicinal and health benefits. The major carotenoids in watermelon include lycopene, β-carotene, phytofluene, phytoene, lutein, and neurosporene. Lycopene (...

The first primitive watermelon domestication has been reported more than 5,000 years ago in Northeast Africa. Watermelon is recognized all over the world as a delicious fruit that quenches the thirst that many people consume in the summer heat. There are about 1,200 varieties of watermelon. Watermelons are loaded with plentiful nutrients, such as v...

Abnormal uric acid level result in the development of hyperuricemia and hallmark of various diseases, including renal injury, gout, cardiovascular disorders, and non‐alcoholic fatty liver. This study was designed to explore the anti‐inflammatory potential of stevia residue extract (STR) against hyperuricemia‐associated renal injury in mice. The res...

In many countries, where wastewater irrigation has become a common practice, the accumulation of heavy metals by crops has been regarded as a severe environmental hazard. The evaluation of the toxic element lead (Pb) in water, agricultural soils and food crops, and their potential damage to human health, is the focus of the present study. Samples o...

The present study was conducted to evaluate the effect of ultrasound on the functional properties of citrus juices. Citrus fruits and juices were analyzed for physico-chemical properties. The ‘Pamelo’ excelled in terms of average fruit weight (451.83 ± 7.1 g), fruit volume (543.33 ± 9.1 cm³) and rag percentage (68.64 ± 1.1%). ‘Valencia late’ (48.67...

Pumpkin is a well-known multifunctional ingredient in diet, full of nutrients, has opened up new vistas for scientists in past years. Not just the fruit of pumpkin, but the flower, seed as well as peel are rich source of primary and secondary metabolites including proteins, carbohydrates, monounsaturated fatty acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, ca...

The capture and utilization of rainwater by crops under various mulching conditions have great importance in agriculture production systems, especially in dry-prone regions. Understanding the effect of mulching on rainwater use efficiency growth and yield of a crop is very important. For this purpose, field experiments were conducted in 2017 and 20...

Cheddar cheese is a source of a variety of biologically active peptides and free amino acids (FAAs), which contribute to the cheese aroma, flavors, and textures. The FAA liberation and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibition potential of cheddar cheese made from cow and buffalo milk before and after in vitro digestion by gastric and duodenal enzym...

Present study was conducted to check the heavy metal content in wheat treated with municipal solid waste, Although municipal solid waste was enriched with organic nutrient, micronutrients, and macro-nutrients, considerable amount of cobalt was also witnessed in municipal solid waste that s why pot experiment was executed. The concentration of cobal...

Longevity of probiotics is the main concern to confer positive health benefits to the host. Microencapsulation is one of the promising techniques to keep probiotics viable during storage and gastric transit. Immobilization can efficiently protect cells, making this technique potentially suitable for the industry for the delivery of probiotics to th...

Each cheese type has a unique flavor. A variety of compounds of various concentrations and different chemical classes contribute to this flavor. In the present study, the effect of processing techniques (ultrasonication (US), high pressure processing (HPP), microwave (MW)) on the flavors and sensory properties of milk and cheese was investigated. S...

Each cheese type has a unique flavor. A variety of compounds of various concentrations and different chemical classes contribute to this flavor. In the present study, the effect of processing techniques (ultrasonication (US), high pressure processing (HPP), microwave (MW)) on the flavors and sensory properties of milk and cheese was investigated. S...

Many studies have described the physiological, biochemical, and molecular responses to heavy metal toxicity and deficiencies individually in plants. The present study assess nickel (Ni) concentration in amended soil, plant vegetative parts, and wheat grains, grown under diverse types of fertilizers in Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan. Different varieties...

In District Jhang, farmers use municipal wastewater to irrigate fodder crops as an alternative source to the deficient availability of fresh water. Therefore, the present study selected the three irrigation sources in District Jhang (canal water, ground water and municipal wastewater) to study the iron (Fe) concentration in the soil, fodder crops a...