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Showing 1 to 20 of 202 for “"fruits and vegetables"”.
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Non-invasive quality evaluation of fruits and vegetables using ultrasound
… for non-invasive quality evaluation of selected fruits and vegetables. An ultrasonic non-destructive evaluation system was developed and used to investigate physical and acoustical property changes for the selected fruits and vegetables non-invasively. The system included a high power burst …
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The consumption levels of fruits and vegetables and antioxidants of college students
… levels of antioxidants vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta carotene and the average number of servings of fruits and vegetables consumed were determined for 217 college students (95 males and 122 females) enrolled in an introductory nutrition class. Nutritional analysis was carried out using the …
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Computer vision based classification of fruits and vegetables for self-checkout at supermarkets
The field of machine learning, and, in particular, methods to improve the capability of machines to perform a wider variety of generalised tasks are among the most rapidly growing research areas in today’s world. The current applications of machine learning and artificial intelligence can be …
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Low intake of fruits and vegetables in Thailand : magnitude, disease burden and urban influence
Thailand is now encountering nutrition and epidemiology transitions triggered by economy, demography, globalization and urbanization influences. A rise in chronic non-communicable diseases, coupled with the existing malnutrition problems addresses the recent national concerns. Fruits and …
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Assessment of Pesticide Residue Levels Among Locally Produced Fruits and Vegetables in Monze District ,Zambia
… an important aspect of agricultural technology and innovation and as being critical for agriculture development, economic growth and poverty reduction. The use of pesticides however, often leads to the presence of residues in the fruits and vegetables after harvest. The objective of the study …
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Assessment of Pesticide Residue Levels Among Locally Produced Fruits and Vegetables in Monze District ,Zambia
… an important aspect of agricultural technology and innovation and as being critical for agriculture development, economic growth and poverty reduction. The use of pesticides however, often leads to the presence of residues in the fruits and vegetables after harvest. The objective of the study …
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Utilisation pattern and economic potential of indigenous fruits and vegetables among rural communities in Akure, Nigeria
Plants including indigenous/naturalised fruits and vegetables (IFVs) have the potential towards meeting the food and nutrition needs of humans. Currently, IFVs are threatened by human activities such as deforestation, environmental degradation and acculturation. As a result, the need for …
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Characterisation of phenolic antioxidants in fruits and vegetables : bioavailability of raspberry phenolics in humans and rats
… between the consumption of plant foods and beverages, especially those rich in phenolic compounds, and the prevention of chronic diseases, and there is a growing evidence indicating that these dietary phytochemicals are involved in enhancing long-term health. The antioxidant capacity of …
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Efficacy of Ultraviolet Treatments for the Inhibition of Pathogens on the Surface of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
… (UVC) into the inhibition of Salmonella spp. and Escherichia coli O157:H7 were conducted. The objectives of these studies were: to determine the rates for the destruction of Salmonella and Escherichia coli O157:H7 on the surface of agar and to investigate its effectiveness on the surface of …
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EFFECTS OF THE SANTA FE FARMERS' MARKET CHILDREN'S NUTRITION PROGRAM ON STUDENTS' WILLINGNESS TO TRY FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
… change in elementary students willingness to try fruits and vegetables after participating in the Santa Fe Farmers' Market Children's Nutrition Program (intervention) on a class field trip. The WillTry survey was administered to 139 kindergarten, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade students five days before …
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Molecular mechanisms of bioactive compounds in fruits and vegetables that inhibit pancreatic cancer and their relationship with inflammation
… cancer is due to its aggressive nature and, too frequently, to its late diagnosis due to the absence of clinical symptoms at early stages in this disease. A potential therapeutic target in pancreatic cancer is the serine/threonine kinase glycogen synthase kinase-3β (GSK-3β) that is known …
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Digital twins application in the post-harvest supply chain of fruits and vegetables: A systematic review of the literature
… twins as a tool to assist in the management of fruits and vegetables supply chains. Problems such as the perishability of food, the complicated coordination between the different actors in the chain, the lack of traceability of products and the demanding quality requirements for their final …
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Analysis of Socioeconomic Factors That Affect Small Scale Farmers of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables’ Access To External Markets: A Case of Arusha Region
… factors that affect small scale farmers of fresh fruits and vegetables access to external markets. Specifically the study examined the effect of business skills; effect capital; effect of advocacy and intervention on performance of fresh fruits and vegetables access to external market. The study …
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Intake of and attitudes toward soy milk and fruits and vegetables in special supplemental nutrition program for Women Infants and Children (WIC) participants
… Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is the third largest food assistance program administered by the United States Department of Agriculture. Women and children participating in the WIC program receive vouchers from local clinics for supplemental food as well as …
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The Structure and Nature of Vertical Co-ordination and Regulation Systems in the Kenyan Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Export Value Chain: Transaction Cost Approach
This thesis was inspired and guided by the question; how have Kenyan smallholder farmers managed to enter and stay in the Kenyan fresh fruits and vegetables export value chain that has high entry and stay barriers? From this question, the study aimed to analyse the structure and nature of vertical …
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Consumption Levels of Fruits And Vegetables and their Relationship to Health and Wellbeing of Elderly People of Different Socio- Economic Background in Ilala District, Dar es Salaam
… study was to determine the consumption levels of fruits and vegetables (fruits and vegetables) and their relationship to health and wellbeing of elderly people of different socio economic background in Ilala district, Dar es Salaam. The study was a cross-sectional descriptive research design with …
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The Impact of a Smarter Lunchrooms Makeover on Children's Food Choice and Consumption
… obesity has tripled over the past three decades and poses a serious public health problem. The Smarter Lunchrooms Movement aims to increase healthy eating by incorporating low-cost to no-cost alterations to the school lunchroom in an effort to increase consumption of healthier foods, such as …
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The Relationship of Physical Activity and Fruit and Vegetable Intake on Pulse Wave Velocity
… disease (CVD). Those who consume a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and participate in habitual physical activity may experience reduced arterial stiffness, thereby decreasing the risk of CVD. Purpose: To examine the relationship of fruit intake, vegetable intake, and moderate-vigorous …
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