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Current status of utilization and potential of Dovyalis caffra fruit: Major focus on Kenya
(Elsevier, 2022)
Dovyalis caffra is an indigenous African tree originating from South Africa. It is resilient, with capability to remain green and productive in adverse conditions such as drought, frost and saline environments. Its ripe ...
Determination of physicochemical properties of model beverages and baked products incorporated with avocado seed powder
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2022-06)
Consumption of Avocado (Persea americana mill) has increased worldwide in the recent years. The pulp is used but the peel and seed are discarded as waste. Studies have shown that the seeds are rich in phytochemicals that ...
Chemical and antioxidant characterization of Dovyalis caffra and Dovyalis abyssinica fruits in Kenya
(Elsevier, 2022-10-12)
This study aimed at chemical characterization of Dovyalis caffra (Hook.f. & Harv.) Sim. and Dovyalis abyssinica (A. Rich.) Warb. fruits from Kinamba Town (KT) in Laikipia county and Gitoro Forest (GF) in Meru county of ...
Production and Characterisation of Camel Milk Yoghurt Containing Different Types of Stabilising Agents
(Elsevier, 2022-11-24)
As at 2020, Kenya was the best performing camel milk producer globally, with an annual production of 1.125 million tonnes. Despite the high production, about 50% of milk is wasted due to challenges affecting value addition ...
Avocado production in Kenya in relation to the world, Avocado by-products (seeds and peels) functionality and utilization in food products
(Elsevier, 2023)
Globally, about 8.06 million tonnes of avocado are produced annually. According to Food and Agricultural Organisation Corporate Statistical Database, 2020, Kenya was ranked the 6th highest avocado producer globally. The ...
Camel milk products beyond yoghurt and fresh milk: challenges, processing and applications
(Springer India, 2023-01-09)
Camel (Camelus dromedarius and (Camelus bactrianus) are commonly domesticated in the arid and semi-arid regions because they are well adapted to live in harsh climatic conditions. Camel milk is widely consumed in these ...
Effect of Different Formulations and Storage on the Physicochemical, Microbiological, and Organoleptic Characteristics of Dovyalis caffra Fruit Yogurt
(MDPI, 2025)
This study investigated the effect of incorporating up to 15% (w/w) Dovyalis caffra fruit pulp into cow milk yogurt. Monitoring the physico-chemical, microbiological, and organoleptic properties of these formulations was ...
Effects of Optimizing Fermentation Time and Stabilizers Using Response Surface Methodology on Physicochemical Properties of Camel Milk Yoghurt
(Elsevier, 2024)
The objective of this study was to produce camel milk yoghurt with desired qualities using optimized processing conditions (fermentation time) and ingredients (stabilizer and calcium chloride). The conditions were obtained ...
Comparison of Fatty Acid Profiles of Camel Milk Powder from Camels Reared in Isiolo and Laikipia County in Kenya to Irish Cow’s Milk Powder
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2024)
The one humped camel (Camelus dromedarius) has ensured food security and nutrition for pastoralists in Kenya for generations. Extensive research has highlighted the dynamic nature of milk, by showing ...
Potential Application of Camel Milk as a Therapeutic Ingredient in Bath Soaps and Shampoos
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2024)
The increasing worldwide market for natural-ingredient-based cosmetic toiletries is fuelled by the awareness of the dangers of synthetic cosmetics and benefits of natural-based cosmetics on the skincare and management of ...