Browsing Journal Articles by Author "Mugalavai, Violet K."
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Characterization of The Nutritional Properties of Sorghum Composite Flours Using Different Food to Food Fortification Approaches
Mugalavai, Violet K.; Oyalo, Josiah O.; Onkware, Augustino O. (EJFOOD, European Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences, 2020-11)Intervention using blended composite flours can reduce malnutrition in sub Saharan Africa. Prevalence of protein-energy malnutrition among the vulnerable children has necessitated research on cost effective food ... -
Consumer contextual socialization and decision making on consumption of African leafy vegetables among university youth populations
Mugalavai, Violet K.; Omutimba, Harriet N.O. (International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 2020-06)As the urban population continues to grow globally, there is need for dietary diversification especially in vegetable consumption as people integrate from various contexts. This is an important social- nutrition aspect ... -
Entrepreneur-led food fortification: A complementary approach for nutritious diets in developing countries
Mugalavai, Violet K.; et al (Elsevier, 2023-03)Small and micro food enterprises are critical implementation partners for fortification strategies that address the widespread micronutrient deficiencies in low-income countries. This paper describes the concept and practice ... -
Nutritional Characteristics of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Composite Flours Obtained by Food Fortification
Mugalavai, Violet K.; Aduol, Kevin O.; Onkware, Augustino O. (European Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences, 2021)High prevalence of protein-energy malnutrition among the vulnerable population, especially children has prompted research on fortification of common staple cereal foods such as rice. However, rice has inferior nutritional ... -
Sensory evaluation and consumer acceptability of Snack Value-Added Rice Products in Eldoret Town, Kenya
Mugalavai, Violet K.; et al. (IOSR Journal of Humanities And Social Science (IOSR-JHSS), 2020-07)Farmers in developing countries are greatly affected by post-harvest losses due to poor handling techniques, over maturation, poor storage conditions, infestation by pests and fungal infections. This explains the high rates ...