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View article: Nutritional Quality of Landrace and Improved Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) Seed Varieties Cultivated in Uganda
Nutritional Quality of Landrace and Improved Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) Seed Varieties Cultivated in Uganda Open
Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) seeds have been bred to boost crop yield and resistance to diseases. The impact of breeding on the nutritional value of sesame seeds in Uganda is scanty. This study evaluated the chemical composition of the impr…
View article: Quantification of Phenolics, Flavonoids and Carotenoids in Mango Pulps and Byproducts: Ripeness Variability in Twenty-two Mango Varieties
Quantification of Phenolics, Flavonoids and Carotenoids in Mango Pulps and Byproducts: Ripeness Variability in Twenty-two Mango Varieties Open
View article: Liver Cancer Risks Associated with Consumption of Groundnuts and Maize Contaminated with Aflatoxins in Eastern Uganda
Liver Cancer Risks Associated with Consumption of Groundnuts and Maize Contaminated with Aflatoxins in Eastern Uganda Open
View article: Effect of tamarind (<i>Tamarindus indica</i> L.) on the cardiometabolic health of patients living with HIV and elevated triglyceride levels: a dose–response double-blind, randomized exploratory trial
Effect of tamarind (<i>Tamarindus indica</i> L.) on the cardiometabolic health of patients living with HIV and elevated triglyceride levels: a dose–response double-blind, randomized exploratory trial Open
While our trial was not sufficiently powered to draw definitive conclusions, we demonstrate that T. indica L. fruit juice may improve lipid metabolism and blood pressure homeostasis. This study lays the groundwork for future full-scale tri…
View article: A detailed study on the cooking kinetics of fresh and hard to cook common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.): A case study on bean accessions of different market classes
A detailed study on the cooking kinetics of fresh and hard to cook common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.): A case study on bean accessions of different market classes Open
View article: Measurement of food literacy among the adult population in urban Uganda and Kenya: development and validation of an East African food literacy scale
Measurement of food literacy among the adult population in urban Uganda and Kenya: development and validation of an East African food literacy scale Open
Objective: Food literacy (FL) is a potential approach to address the nutrition transition in Africa, but a validated tool is lacking. We developed and validated a scale to assess FL among Ugandan and Kenyan adult populations. Design: A mix…
View article: Exploring indigenous fruits and vegetables with potential cardiometabolic health benefits: Understanding barriers and facilitators to consumption
Exploring indigenous fruits and vegetables with potential cardiometabolic health benefits: Understanding barriers and facilitators to consumption Open
Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables (IFV) may offer sustainable remedy for the surging cardiometabolic dysfunction in sub–Saharan Africa. In Uganda consumption of IFV is pervasively low, despite a rich diversity. Our study aimed to catalogue …
View article: P24-065-23 Exploring Uganda's Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables With Potential Cardiometabolic Health Benefits: Understanding Barriers and Facilitators to Consumption
P24-065-23 Exploring Uganda's Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables With Potential Cardiometabolic Health Benefits: Understanding Barriers and Facilitators to Consumption Open
View article: Efficacy of Dietary Polyphenols from Whole Foods and Purified Food Polyphenol Extracts in Optimizing Cardiometabolic Health: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Efficacy of Dietary Polyphenols from Whole Foods and Purified Food Polyphenol Extracts in Optimizing Cardiometabolic Health: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Open
View article: Effect of a complex lifestyle intervention to optimize metabolic health among females of reproductive age in urban Uganda, a randomized controlled trial
Effect of a complex lifestyle intervention to optimize metabolic health among females of reproductive age in urban Uganda, a randomized controlled trial Open
View article: The cardiometabolic profile and related dietary intake of Ugandans living with HIV and AIDS
The cardiometabolic profile and related dietary intake of Ugandans living with HIV and AIDS Open
Introduction Suboptimal diet and physical inactivity downgrade the putative benefits of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) among People Living with HIV (PLWH). However, there is paucity of literature on dietary intake and cardiometabolic profile…
View article: Factors Associated with Treatment Adherence of Patients on Anti-Tuberculosis Drugs Following Covid-19 Pandemic at Health Facilities of Masaka City, Uganda
Factors Associated with Treatment Adherence of Patients on Anti-Tuberculosis Drugs Following Covid-19 Pandemic at Health Facilities of Masaka City, Uganda Open
Purpose: To examine factors associated with adherence of patients on Anti-tuberculosis treatment in Health facilities at Masaka City. Specifically the study was guided by four objectives; to establish the current level of adherence, to exp…
View article: The conceptual framework for a combined food literacy and physical activity intervention to optimize metabolic health among women of reproductive age in urban Uganda
The conceptual framework for a combined food literacy and physical activity intervention to optimize metabolic health among women of reproductive age in urban Uganda Open
Background Metabolic health of urban Ugandans, mostly women, has increasingly become sub-optimal. As women are strategic for family behavioral change and do not meet WHO recommendations regarding dietary and physical activity (PA), there i…
View article: Rheological, Baking and Sensory Characteristics of Bread from Wheat-Cassava Composite Dough
Rheological, Baking and Sensory Characteristics of Bread from Wheat-Cassava Composite Dough Open
Uganda produces cassava, which has potential as a raw material for agro-industry. In this study, wheat flour was blended with high quality cassava flour in the ratios 100:0, 90:10; 80:20; 70:30; 60:40; 50:50 and 40:60 and the composite dou…
View article: PHN volume 24 issue 12 Cover and Back matter
PHN volume 24 issue 12 Cover and Back matter Open
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View article: Effectiveness of thermal screening in detection of COVID-19 among truck drivers at Mutukula Land Point of Entry, Uganda
Effectiveness of thermal screening in detection of COVID-19 among truck drivers at Mutukula Land Point of Entry, Uganda Open
Introduction Despite the limited evidence for its effectiveness, thermal screening at points of entry has increasingly become a standard protocol in numerous parts of the globe in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We sought to determine t…
View article: Operationalization of COVID-19 Rapid Diagnosis Using&nbsp;Xpert®&nbsp;Xpress SARS CoV-2 Assay in Resource-Limited Settings: Early Implementation Lessons From Uganda
Operationalization of COVID-19 Rapid Diagnosis Using Xpert® Xpress SARS CoV-2 Assay in Resource-Limited Settings: Early Implementation Lessons From Uganda Open
Introduction: The novel Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19 disease is a global challenge. Several countries have adopted testing, isolation, and tracing strategy towards the control of the COV…
View article: Determinants of dietary and physical activity behaviours among women of reproductive age in urban Uganda, a qualitative study
Determinants of dietary and physical activity behaviours among women of reproductive age in urban Uganda, a qualitative study Open
Objective: To explore determinants of dietary and physical activity behaviours among women of reproductive age. Design: Data were collected through focus group discussions (FGD). The FGD guide was based on a modified theoretical framework;…
View article: Combination of Antibody based rapid diagnostic tests used in an algorithm may improve their performance in SARS CoV-2 diagnosis
Combination of Antibody based rapid diagnostic tests used in an algorithm may improve their performance in SARS CoV-2 diagnosis Open
Background Globally response to the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic is highly limited by diagnostic methods. Currently, World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the use of molecular assays for confirmation of SARS-CoV-2 infection which are highly ex…
View article: Fatty Acid Composition of Oil from Groundnuts and Oyster Nuts Grown in Uganda
Fatty Acid Composition of Oil from Groundnuts and Oyster Nuts Grown in Uganda Open
This study determined the fatty acid (FA) composition of oil from groundnuts and oyster nuts in Uganda. The FA composition was determined by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry with FID. Oil from groundnuts contained 39.71 to 55.89% oleic…
View article: Anti-Oxidant Vitamins, Minerals and Tannins in Oil from Groundnuts and Oyster Nuts Grown in Uganda
Anti-Oxidant Vitamins, Minerals and Tannins in Oil from Groundnuts and Oyster Nuts Grown in Uganda Open
View article: Chemical Composition of Major Cassava Varieties in Uganda, Targeted for Industrialisation
Chemical Composition of Major Cassava Varieties in Uganda, Targeted for Industrialisation Open
Uganda is one of the major cassava producing countries in the world. Currently, utilization of cassava is limited to semi-processed products through the informal sector. Cassava has technological potential as a raw material for agro-indust…
View article: Dietary Content and Potential Health Risks of Metals in Commercial Black Tea in Kampala (Uganda)
Dietary Content and Potential Health Risks of Metals in Commercial Black Tea in Kampala (Uganda) Open
Tea (Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze) is among the most widely consumed non-alcoholic beverages. It is a rich source of essential dietary elements mainly potassium and manganese. Tea may also contain toxic metals such as cadmium and lead whi…
View article: Human Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Kampala (Uganda) Drinking Water
Human Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Kampala (Uganda) Drinking Water Open
Levels of aluminium, arsenic, cadmium, chromium, copper, iron, mercury, manganese, nickel, lead and zinc in tap water, groundwater-fed protected spring and bottled water were determined. The cancer and non-cancer risks associated with inge…
View article: Cancer and Non-cancer Risks Associated With Heavy Metal Exposures from Street Foods: Evaluation of Roasted Meats in an Urban Setting
Cancer and Non-cancer Risks Associated With Heavy Metal Exposures from Street Foods: Evaluation of Roasted Meats in an Urban Setting Open
Street foods (SF) are important in meeting energy and nutrient requirements for urban populations because of their convenience and low-cost. In contrast, SF represents a major public health risk due to chemical contamination especially wit…