Samina Kauser

University of Sargodha | UOS · Institute of Food Science And Nutrition

Concepts presented in the book could be a way forward in devising ways to improve food safety from farm to fork.

The Mediterranean evergreen carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua L.) produces pods, that may be edible and even therapeutic. The purpose of this study was to determine how ethanolic extracts of carob pods from Morocco, prepared with ultrasonic assistance were affected by microwave (525°C for 2.5 min), hot air (65°C for 16 h), and spray drying (input and o...

Agriculture plays an important part in the overall growth and development of a nation. Concerns about agriculture continue to be a recalcitrant obstacle in the path of upward movement. Although agricultural yields are increased, however, low-and middle-income countries still have difficulty in producing all of the required foods with the current st...

The purpose of this study is to characterize and compare the distribution of nutritionals, as well as bioactive compounds, and the antioxidant activities in the mango (Mangifera indica L.) fruit different fractions. Additionally, specific formulations of biscuits made by incorporating powders from three fractions were investigated. Separation of th...

Minerals are essential to our diet. They affect nerve and muscle function, build materials for our bones, and regulate the body's water balance. The bioaccessibility and bioavailability of cereal minerals depend upon various aspects, such as plant cell wall configuration, storage chemical form of a mineral, plant tissue localization, and processing...

The bitter gourd (Momordica charantia L.), has been remained a well-known ethnic medicinal vegetable, used traditionally as a pharma food to obtain a plenty of pharmacological benefits. However, which fraction of fruit is most effective for provision of bioactive components, has been remained undiscovered yet. This study examined the chemical compo...

Food preservation through active packaging having functional bioactives, has gained importance now a days. To keep beef patties fresher for longer, Phyllanthus wightianus was used to create an edible film made from a biopolymer. Polyvinyl alcohol, carboxymethyl cellulose, glycerol, citric acid, flaxseed gel, and P. wightianus extract were used to c...

Foods that are widely consumed and accepted have had a lot of ingredients added to them which may enhance consumer’s health. Whey is a byproduct in the manufacture of cheese or curd and is widely used in different beverage formulations, due to its nutritional importance. In this context, a mango-based functional whey drink, added with omega-3-rich...

The sugarcane ( Saccharum officinarum L.) juice, a beverage with fascinating track record of health promoting potential, loaded with phenolics, flavonoids, the bioactives, is capable of high antioxidant activities. The mint is a reliable herbal plant, with loads of phytochemicals and hundreds of food applications. However, sugarcane juice added wit...

Momordica charantia L. has been remained a well-known medicinal vegetable used traditionally. However, which part is most effective against which disorder, has been remained undiscovered yet. The objective of this study was to examine the antimicrobial, antihyperlipidemic and antihyperglycemic activities of peel, flesh, and seeds of bitter gourd, t...

To meet the increasing consumer demands for fruits, the implementation of artificial ripening techniques using synthetic chemicals has become increasingly commonplace among less ethical fruit production companies in today’s global market. The objective of present work was to establish a difference in the physiological and biochemical and profiles o...

The significance of conducting research for its application has been noted as a result of the rising global food production and waste generation. As a result, there is increasing interest in fruits and vegetable seeds that contain bioactive chemicals, such as those that are obtained from orange seeds. In the current work, orange seed powder replace...

Red meat allergy is different from other conventional food allergies. Tick bites play a role in triggering this disease, but this association is not fully proven yet. It has been diagnosed across the world but is more prevalent in areas abundant with ticks’ population. The role of alpha-gal in the development of mammalian meat allergy after ti...

Progression of today’s world has been given setback due to the adversity of a novel, viral, deadly outbreak COVID 19, which raised the concerns of the scientists, researchers and health related officials about the inherent and adaptive immune system of the living body and its relation with healthy diet balanced with pharma foods. Now world is comin...

Several studies have been found in the literature about the phytochemistry, nutritional profiles, and pharmacological potential of pumpkin and pumpkin-based food products but a very few data have been found about the impact of the addition of pumpkin powders on physical and rheological behaviors of bakery products. The present research work was con...

Lemon is one among the fruits of a highly respectable class known as citrus, well known for its nutritious juice and beverage products, rich with a range of micro and macro elements, and functional bioactives. After extraction of juice, the pomace left has great potential as a sustainable agricultural processing by-product, due to its vast applicat...

Cholesterol is a natural substance produced by liver in human body According to research based on Framingham Heart Study, ideal cholesterol level is below than 150 mg/dL. Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) is an important medicinal plant belongs to family Rosaceae which is also grown in Pakistan. In local language it is called “Kubani” having nutritious fl...

Muskmelons possess strong therapeutic value. Muskmelon possesses antioxidant, anti-ulcer, anti-oxidative, free radical scavenging and anti-diabetic properties due to dietary fiber, beta-carotene, Ascorbic acid and minerals present in it. The study was planned to investigate the effect of different preservation techniques on the quality of muskmelon...

Leucorrhoea is a common female problem; recurrent especially in women of reproductive age that may or not be associated with vaginal infection or elevated estrogen levels. It may accompany vaginal discharge, vulvae burning and itching, low backache, pains in lower abdomen and legs, general weakness and loss of appetite. This disorder is associated...

Fruits and vegetables are basic crops of mass consumption for human population to meet their food requirements. Recent advances in medicinal studies have revealed that different parts of fruits and vegetables are loaded with phytochemicals responsible for eliminating the risks of different diseases. Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima Duchesne) is one of the...

We have been awarded by nature with a stunning flora and fauna that has prettified our life. Sapodilla is well known for its therapeutic and nutritive properties. Sapodilla has good antioxidant mutagenic and anticancer properties that directly influence radical-scavenging potential. Sapodilla has a short shelf life due to its perishable nature. An...

Virtually 100 years before α-tocopherol (universally known as a-Vitamin-E‖) remained revealed. It was essential component to preclude fetal recommencement in expectant. In 1940s, Vitamin E existed recognized as the crucial part that plays in deactivating and extinguishing the free radicals that is present inside the diverse compartments of muscles....

Emergence of COVID-19 pandemic causes a major effect on the human's mental health. Situations like negative psychiatric effects and stress level are increasing day by day. The impact is mostly felt by sufferers of COVID-19, healthcare workers, general public, friends and families of COVID-19 sufferers and people with pre-existing negative mental co...

Nano-technology is a science in which materials are manipulated at nano-scale. Nano-technology stands central position among recent technological advancements worldwide. Nano-science and Nano-technology have relatively recent applications in agriculture and food sector as compared with their use in pharmaceuticals and drug delivery. Nano-technology...

There is a quick globalization in development of technologies and medicinal products that are manufactured and used for health purpose. A major difference in quality standards that is used internationally and food safety issues badly effect the public health. It studied that the cumulative requirement for globally harmonized and Science based stand...

Virtually 100 years before α-tocopherol (universally known as a-Vitamin-E‖) remained revealed. It was essential component to preclude fetal recommencement in expectant. In 1940s, Vitamin E existed recognized as the crucial part that plays in deactivating and extinguishing the free radicals that is present inside the diverse compartments of muscles....