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Fortification Vs Enrichment
To enhance the nutrition quality of the various food items, several measures tend to be imposed. Among them being; Fortification, Enrichment and Supplementation. This post will explicitly distinguish these common terms and their significance to diet improvement. Programs targeted for…
Types of Dietary Fibres (Examples and Importance)
Dietary fibres can be categorized as either soluble fibres or insoluble fibres. Soluble Fibres Soluble fibres are viscous and form gels. They are also easily digested by bacteria in your stomach. They include: Mucilages-which are utilized as food additives to…
Milk Processing
In this post , we will focus on the various milk processing methods , and understand their critical role in ensuring milk quality. First , we should identify the different types of milk which are usually made trough either of…
What Is Gelatinization?(Factors That Affect Gelatinization)
What Is Gelatinization? Starch is found in various food sources including cassava, sorghum, maize, potatoes, wheat, barley, arrow roots etc. It is utilized for multiple food and industrial applications. It undergoes further processing through several mechanical and chemical methods to…
Dietary Recommended Intakes (RDIs)
In this post, we will define what Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) are and their use. Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) measures are reference standards utilized in the planning and assessment of diets. It covers an extensive range of nutrients. These reference…
Recommended Dietary Allowance(RDA)
Recommended Dietary Allowance(RDA) Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) are designated by health authorities as the appropriate measure of a nutrient you should consume each day to meet your needs. These values aim to meet the physiologic requirements for the majority of…
How To Care For The Various Kitchen Equipment-Part 2
This post will look at more kitchen equipment and how to care for them. Cooking pot and pans- Select those that are durable have a thick base, and with flat bottom. Once the pots and pans are purchased they should…
How To Care For The Various Kitchen Equipment
In this post , we will describe how to care for the various kitchen equipment. The care and maintenance of kitchen equipment involves proper cleaning and handling Sink: It is the cleaning up area, where the washing of utensils takes…
The Different Materials Used To Make Utensils And How To Maintain Them
Aluminium It is combined with other compounds to form an alloy and utilized in the making of pans. It is easy to clean and absorbs heat fast. Steel wool can be used to remove dark stains. Other stains can be…