bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Correlation of Individual Characteristics and Work Stress among Go-Jek Drivers during the Pandemic
Authors: Aida Richa Rifana , Paskarini Indriati
Published: November 2022

Introduction: Go-Jek Drivers have experienced a change in condition due to the declining number of Go-Jek users during the pandemic. One of the impacts is work stress. This research aims to determine the relationship between individual characteristics and the work stress of Go-Jek drivers during the pandemic. Methods: This research used a cross-sectional design and the total population sampling technique where the population was all members of the Go-Jek motorbike driver community in Semolowaru Surabaya, totaling 65 people. Age, marital status, total dependents, and working period were the independent variables. Work stress was the dependent variable. The retrieval of data was done using a questionnaire based on the Minister of Manpower Regulation No.5 of 2018 to measure work stress. To determine the relationship between age and working period with work stress, this study used the Pearson test. The relationship between total dependents and work stress was determined using Fisher's exact test. The relationship between marital status and work stress used the contingency coefficient method. Results: In total, 39 drivers (60%) experienced moderate work stress and 26 drivers (40%) experienced heavy work stress. The relationship of age with work stress was very weak (0.040), the relationship between marital status and work stress was very weak (0.013), the relationship between total dependents and work stress was very weak (0.131), and the relationship between working period and work stress was weak (0.234). Conclusion: The relationships between age, marital status, and the total dependents with work stress are very weak, and working period and work stress also have a weak relationship.
Description of Work Instructions as part of the Mechanical Hazard Risk Control in a Construction Company
Authors: Gitawangi Sabhinaya Vanyaska , Wahyudiono Y. Denny A.
Published: November 2022

Introduction: The construction sector contributes the largest number of accident cases in Indonesia with an average incidence percentage of 32% each year. PT. WIKA Beton PPB Pasuruan uses sophisticated equipment to produce its products. To control the risk of mechanical hazards, the company has work instructions for each stage of the production process. This research aimed to provide an overview of how the work instructions are an effort to control the risk of mechanical hazards in the box pile production process at PT. WIKA Beton PPB Pasuruan. Method: This research was a descriptive study with a qualitative approach. The data collection technique used secondary data. The data used came from the company documents that included the IBPR-P document, Procedure document, and Work Instructions. Result: The mechanical hazards found in the production process of the box piles included being hit by a mold/product due to a broken sling, a PC Strand breaking during stressing, PC Strand punctured limbs, and the pile of products collapsing. The control of these four mechanical hazards was found in the Long Line Non-Turning Production Reinforcement Assembly Work Instructions, the Long Line Non-Turning Production Prestress Iron Drawing Work Instructions, and the Long Line Non-Rotating Production Product Stacking Work Instructions. Conclusion: In the work instruction documents, there were specific explanations of the work stages that relate the risk of mechanical hazards in the box pile production process. Implementing Work Instructions as a form of mechanical hazard control can reduce the level of potential hazard to a low risk level.
Fire Protection System Evaluation in the Oncology Center Building of Hospital in Surabaya
Authors: Dzahabiyyah Debora , Haqi Dani Nasirul , Suhariono Suhariono
Published: November 2022

Introduction: The Oncology Center Building is the part of Hospital X Surabaya that focuses on developing cancer services. As a type A hospital, Hospital X is required to have a preparedness program in the facilities and infrastructure for fire protection and prevention. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the fire protection facilities and infrastructure in the Oncology Center Building of Hospital X Surabaya. Methods: This study was an observational study using a cross-sectional approach. The data analysis method used was descriptive. The primary data collection was carried out through interviews with the Hospital Occupational Safety and Health committee of Hospital X and the secondary data was in the form of profiles on Hospital X, as well as its policies, programs, guidelines, and SOPs related to fire prevention in Hospital X. Results: Active fire protection facilities and infrastructure in the form of fire detectors and fire alarms are in accordance with SNI 03-3985-2000. Meanwhile, other active fire protection facilities and infrastructure, such as fire extinguishers, hydrants, and sprinklers, are still not in accordance with the applicable policies because there are several elements that have not been fulfilled. The passive fire protection facilities and infrastructure are still not in accordance with existing policies because there are no walls, windows, and fireproof glass in the Oncology Center Building. Conclusion: The active and passive fire protection facilities and infrastructure in the Oncology Building, Hospital X still do not comply with the applicable policy because there are several elements of each fire protection facility and infrastructure that do not meet the specified standards.
Evaluation of the Compliance with Health Protocols among the Production Section Workers at a Manufacturing Industry in Surabaya
Authors: Hilintang Rendhar Putri , Ernawati Meirina
Published: November 2022

Introduction: The growth of COVID-19 cases in Indonesia has continued to increase which might have the effect of reducing the productivity levels in the industrial sector. The Ministry of Manpower has called on every company to establish health protocols related to preventing the transmission of COVID-19 in the workplace. The purpose of this study was to describe the compliance with the existing health protocols at PT Albea Rigid Packaging Surabaya. Methods: The population in this study was the workers in the production section and the sample was selected using the simple random sampling technique. The variables in this study were physical distancing, hand-washing-with-soap behavior, temperature checking, sunbathing, and the usage of surgical masks, hand sanitizer, gloves, and face shields. The data collection was carried out using an observation form checklist. Result: PT Albea Rigid Packaging Surabaya has referenced the letter circulated by the Office of Manpower and Transmigration of East Java Province and Regulation of the Mayor of Surabaya No. 28 of 2020 concerning the Guidelines for the New Normal Order of COVID-19. The health protocols implemented at PT Albea Rigid Packaging Surabaya included the implementation of physical distancing, hand-washing-with-soap behavior, temperature checking, sunbathing, and the usage of surgical masks, hand sanitizer, gloves, and face shields. Health protocol temperature checking already has a 100% compliance rate in all departments but for the sunbathing protocol, the compliance is still at 0% in all departments. Conclusion: The compliance of workers in the production section of PT Albea Rigid Packaging Surabaya with the health protocol is still not running optimally.
Biomonitoring of Nicotine Exposure in Tobacco Farmers with Green Tobacco Sickness Symptoms
Authors: Fristiyanwati Yunita , Ilyas Muhammad
Published: November 2022

Introduction: Indonesia is the fifth tobacco producing country in the world. The climate and weather in Indonesia are very suitable for tobacco plantations. At harvest season, tobacco farmers face the risk of being exposed to nicotine compounds due to skin contact with tobacco leaves. This exposure can cause a syndrome known as Green Tobacco Sickness (GTS) with symptoms of nausea, vomiting, weakness, dizziness, headache, insomnia and loss of appetite. These symptoms are not specific enough to describe GTS, so biological monitoring is required. As one of the main metabolites, cotinine has been used as a biological marker to assess nicotine exposure. This study aims to examine the reliability of nicotine biomonitoring in tobacco farmers with symptoms of GTS. Methods: We searched the online electronic databases, namely PubMed, Cochrane, and Scopus for appropriate evidence based material. We then made adjustments using the inclusion and exclusion critertia to then conduct a critical review of the selected articles. Results: We obtained four articles, consisting of 3 articles examining urinary cotinine as a biomarker of nicotine exposure, and another 1 article examining cotinine saliva. The articles gave us the similar pattern that in tobacco farmers with GTS symptoms there was an increase in cotinine levels, both measured in urine and saliva. Conclusion: Based on the articles obtained, cotinine, as a nicotine metabolite, can be a reliable biomarker assessing nicotine exposure in tobacco farmers with GTS symptoms. However, more research is needed to compare the best selection of biological samples such as urine, blood or saliva.
Strategi Bersaing Stasiun Jaringan NET TV Yogyakarta di Era Digital
Authors: Pamungkas Andreas Tri
Published: November 2022

Digitalization has given opportunities and threats for new businesses in broadcasting services because it will create a more competitive environment. This research was intended to identify and to analyze NET TV’s strategies in the digital era in winning the competition. This study utilized a descriptive-qualitative method with case strategy approach. The data were analyzed using PEST and Porter’s industry value chain. The results of this research discovered that in order to create a more beneficial economy, NET TV Bureau Yogyakarta optimized digital media such as YouTube and Instagram, the business shake-up provided the private broadcasting station with supporting strength for realizing a network system established based on the democratization of broadcasts.
Development of Measurement Procedures for the Characterization of Reference Materials for Carbohydrate Composition of Dairy Products
Authors: Golynets O. S. , Sergeeva S. , Krasheninina M. P. , Shokhina O. S.
Published: November 2022

This article studies the development of measurement procedures based on various methods for a comprehensive analysis of the carbohydrate composition of food systems. The basis of the primary reference measurement procedure (PRMP) is the method of iodometric titration based on the ability of iodine to oxidize aldosaccharides to the corresponding uronic acids in an alkaline medium. The accuracy of the PRMP was improved by optimizing the measurement parameters, including the method of high-performance liquid chromatography with refractometric detection (HPLC/RD), and by establishing their possible variation limit based on a multifactorial experiment. The application of the PRMP made it possible to measure the mass fraction of carbohydrates (total sugar) as the sum of the mass fractions of reducing and non-reducing sugars in milk and dairy products, grain and milk products, low-lactose and lactose-free products, including those used for preparing baby food. In order to further detail the carbohydrate composition, highly selective methods were developed for measuring the mass fractions of lactose and galactose by the spectrophotometric (enzymatic) method, and the mass fractions of mono- and disaccharides by the HPLC/RD method in milk and dairy products. It was found that the measurement results of both the total content of carbohydrates and individual mono- and disaccharides in the samples of milk and dairy products obtained by various methods (iodometric titration, HPLC/RD, enzymatic method, refractometry, IR spectroscopy, calculation method) are consistent with each other subject to the stated uncertainties. Thus, the applicability of the developed PRMP in combination with other methods for conducting an in-depth analysis of the carbohydrate composition of milk and dairy products was confirmed. The developed procedures were used to characterize reference materials for the composition of dairy products (3 types), mono- and disaccharides (9 types).
Selective Sorption of Silver Ions from Aqueous Solutions Using Poly(N-thiocarbamoyl‑ 3-aminopropylsilsesquioxane)
Authors: Melnik E. A. , Sysolyatina A. A. , Kholmogorova A. S. , Neudachina L. K. , Osipova V. A. , Pestov A. V.
Published: November 2022

The accumulation of electronic waste (e-waste) on the ground leads to environmental pollution with toxic metal ions, which subsequently harms all living organisms. Many countries still use hydrometallurgical or manual methods to extract silver ions from e-waste. These methods are unsustainable and highly toxic; therefore, it becomes necessary to introduce new environmentally compatible methods for separating valuable components from objects of various compositions. This article proposes an environmentally compatible method for the extraction of silver ions from multicomponent systems using poly(N-thiocarbamoyl‑3-aminopropylsilsesquioxane). The sorbent surface was studied by Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy using an attenuated total internal reflection accessory. The concentration of grafted thiourea groups is 1.39 mmol/g according to elemental analysis. It has been determined that this sorbent is capable of quantitatively extracting silver ions in the pH range from 0 to 6 at a concentration of silver ions in the initial solution of 1·10–4 mol/dm3; the static sorption capacity for silver ions under experimental conditions reaches 1.22 mmol/g. When sorption is carried out in dynamic mode, the value of the dynamic capacity before breakthrough is 0.046 mmol/g, and the value of the total dynamic capacity for silver ions is 0.132 mmol/g. The highest desorption (71–78 %) is achieved using sulfuric acid solutions with a thiourea concentration gradient.
Membrane Adaptations and Cellular Responses of Sulfolobus acidocaldarius to the allylamine terbinafine
Authors: Rao Alka , Driessen Arnold J.M.
Published: November 2022

Cellular membranes are essential for compartmentalization, maintenance of membrane permeability and fluidity in all three domains of life. Archaea belong to the third domain of life and have a distinct phospholipid composition. Membrane lipids of archaea are ether-linked molecules, specifically dialkyl glycerol diethers (DGDs) and glycerol dialkyl glycerol tetraethers (GDGTs). Terbinafine has been proposed as an inhibitor of GDGT biosynthesis in Archaea based on radiolabel incorporation studies. Here, we have studied the early cellular responses of the archaeon Sulfolobus acidocaldarius to terbinafine whose membrane is mostly composed of the membrane-spanning GDGTs. Depletion of GDGTs and an accompanying accumulation of DGDs upon treatment with terbinafine was growth phase and dose dependent. Additionally, a major shift in the saturation of caldariellaquinones was observed, resulting in the accumulation of unsaturated molecules. Transcriptomic data indicated that terbinafine primarily targets the respiratory complex along with genes involved in motility, fatty acid metabolism and GDGT cyclization. Combined, these findings suggest that respiratory stress is the preliminary response of S.acidocaldarius to terbinafine while targeting multiple proteins involved in isoprenoid biosynthesis and saturation.
Data Protection in Organization by the Implementation of Cyber Security
Authors: Jawaid Syed Adnan
Published: November 2022

Background: Cyber security is used to save the important data from getting hacked, took by some unknown access. It makes our environment a safe place for us to work out or share our information and since privacy is almost everyone’s top priority, there must be the surety of saving the private information. Methods: In today’s world cyber security is really important as there are now many devices, websites, new technology which makes it a lot easier for hackers to get into anyone’s files which stores crucial data. However, many steps can be reserved to protect the data such as; educating your employees with how to prevent your files or computers from getting hacked, avoid clicking on websites that don’t seem safe, use firewalls, antimalware system and most importantly make sure to keep passwords that are hard to guess and try to go for a face recognition instead of pins and passcodes. Results and Conclusion: This all does not only makes using technology safe but also favors your business for the safety of employees working within the organization. The customers being assured about their data being safe, improves productivity since viruses can slow down computers which may trigger the focus of staff during the working hours. It could save your system from adware; the links of websites are also prevented from slow internet speeds. There is no denying at the fact that cyber security is a major requirement for everyone who is indulged with technology today.
Permasalahan Perumahan Mewujudkan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan di Indonesia
Authors: Handoko Jarwa Prasetya Sih , Kusumawanto Arif , Dharoko Atyanto , Pradipto Eugenius
Published: November 2022

The research has a background of various housing development problems that require solutions, because housing is a basic human need. Development should be able to realize decent and sustainable housing, especially in developing countries including Indonesia. This research uses descriptive qualitative method with literature study or content analysis. The results of the study conclude that the problems of housing procurement include the high level of energy consumption of residential buildings, the low level of comfort of residential buildings, low levels of building health, building level considerations that are often ignored. security and also the level of respect for human dignity in the provision of housing need to be considered.
Defining Healthy Foods:A Review of Existing Nutrient Profiling Models
Authors: Mediratta Srishti , Mathur Pulkit
Published: November 2022

Dietary transition towards an increase in the consumption of energy dense foods, foods high in fat, sugar and salt have led to increased risk of diet related non-communicable diseases. The present study reviewed existing nutrient profiling models, developing were across various parts of the world. A total of 422 studies was identified and finally 33 studies were selected for this review. Papers spanned over a period of 1998-2018. Nutrient profile models rank foods according to healthfulness and were developed to help the consumer in making better food choices. They have also been used to regulate the marketing of food products to children. The objective of using the model determines the composition of the model, the nutrients incorporated, the cut offs used and choice of reference base. Studies have validated few of the existing nutrient profiling models. At present, there is no such universal nutrient profile model that can be applied across the globe.
Role of Registered Dietitian (RD) In Life-Time Care
Authors: Mandapaka Ravi Teja , Stephen Sujatha
Published: November 2022

A registered dietitian is a professional with Bachelors and Masters degree in Foods and Nutritional Sciences. The course work is approved by the "Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)”, USA. The objective of ACEND is to assist and safeguard with the quality and advancement of education programs in Nutrition and Dietetics. The Indian Dietetic Association, Headquartered at Kolkata is associated with International Congress of Dietetics in Canada.
Obesity and Overweight Associated Blood Lipid, Haemoglobin and Blood Pressure Dynamics in School Children: A Cross Sectional Study from Kerala, India
Authors: Panjikkaran Seeja Thomachan
Published: November 2022

The study was carried out to determine the change in bio chemical parameters with the incidence of obesity among school children aged 7 to 12 years. Sample size consisted of 200 children, with 100 each respectively from obese and normal weight children. Childhood obesity was related with lipid levels which in turn is associated with cardiovascular risk factors. The mean values of haemoglobin and blood pressure increased with body weight for both boys and girls. A positive correlation between biochemical parameters such as serum cholesterol, serum triglyceride, LDL, VLDL, HDL, haemoglobin, blood pressure and obesity was observed. The study also made an attempt to derive at regression equations by determining the correlation between blood lipid profile vs obesity and blood pressure vs obesity. The predictive index for childhood obesity was formulated for both boys and girls based on the biochemical parameters. For boys it is y = 10.4 + 0.169x1 + 0.90x2 + 0.278x3 – 0.015x4 + 0.2x5 – 0.831x6 – 4.18x7 and for girls it was derived as is y = – 20.0 + 0.006x1 + 0.149x2 – 0.06x3 + 0.067x4 + 0.133x5 – 0.001x6 , Where, x1 – Serum cholesterol, x2 - Serum TG, x3 - HDL, x4 – LDL, x5 – Systolic BP, x6 – Diastolic BP and x7 – VLDL.
Total Phenolic Content of Organic and Conventionally Grown Gourd Vegetables
Authors: Mohankumar Jemima Beryl , L. Uthira , S. Uma Maheswari
Published: November 2022

The increasing consumers' demands to acquire healthier fruits and vegetables as well as the urgency in looking to natural compounds with Antioxidant Activity (AOA) has encouraged a quick expansion of research studies about phenols in vegetables. Gourd vegetables refer to the fruits of plants in the two Cucurbitaceae genera Lagenaria and Curcubita. There is a diverse source of polyphenols in plant materials. Seven gourd vegetables grown conventionally (CV) were collected from the local market and a set of the same vegetables from certified organic farms (OG). They were analysed for the Total Phenol (TP) content by the Folin-Ciocalteu method using Gallic acid as standard. Earlier each vegetable was extracted with ethanol, methanol and water separately for the estimation of TP. The TP content was expressed as Î¼g of GAE/g of FW. Bitter gourd had the highest amounts of TP in both the conventional (1766.52 Î¼g of GAE/g of FW)) and organic (1962.0 Î¼g of GAE/g of FW)) samples. Conventional gourd vegetables had more TP when compared to organic varieties. Among the solvents, the extraction of phenols was the highest in water followed by methanol and ethanol. Gourd vegetables are widely available and can contribute significant amounts of phenols to the diet.
Physical Growth and Nutritional Status Assessment of School Going Children Residing in Western and Eastern Uttar Pradesh, India
Authors: Raghuvanshi Rita Singh , Singh Rashmi , Bhati Dashrath , Khan Raushan , Jantwal Chetna , Shukla Pragati
Published: November 2022

Uttar Pradesh is the largest state of India in population and fourth largest state in terms of area. On the basis of its large size, diverse geography, climate and topography, the state has been divided into 4 regions, namely Western, Central, Eastern and Bundelkhand. Present study was conducted with an objective to assess physical growth and nutritional status of school going children age 6-14 years, residing in western and eastern Uttar Pradesh (UP), India. Survey was conducted at Bulandshahr district in western region and Chandauli district in eastern UP. The multistage stratified random sampling was used for identification of schools. Data was collected from 38 schools (Western Uttar Pradesh 20 schools and Eastern Uttar Pradesh 18 schools). Selected children in Western Uttar Pradesh (WUP) were 413 (Male 186 and Female 227) and in Eastern Uttar Pradesh (EUP) total children were 340 (Male 167 and Female 173). The clinical signs and symptoms examination was carried out for prevalence of macro and micro nutrients deficiencies. Anthropometric measurements i.e. body weight, height and mid upper arm circumference were measured. Body Mass Index (BMI) was calculated as weight/ height2 to assess chronic energy deficiency. Physical growth of children was assessed by height for age (stunting) and BMI for age (under and over weight) by using z score suggested by WHO. Physical growth of the children was compared with WHO growth standards. Present study revealed that the overall mean height of children from both the regions were lower than the WHO standards however, height and weight measurements exhibit uniform increase with age in both the sexes. Prevalence of sever stunting was higher among boys and girls of WUP in comparison with EUP. The clinical signs and symptoms of protein deficiency were noticed tripe among girls than boys in both WUP and EUP. This indicates that overall girls were not receiving adequate protein in the diet. However symptoms of vitamin A and B complex deficiency were higher in boys of both the regions.
Food Safety Farm to Fork Chain in Covid-19 Pandemic: Challenges and Solutions
Authors: Dudeja Puja , Mangla Vipra , Singh Amarjeet , Gupta Rajul
Published: November 2022

In the wake of the current COVID-19 a restraint was put on the supply of non-essential items. At the same time, provision of essential food items, health supplements, nutraceuticals, food for special dietary and special medical purpose, infant/baby food, animal feed/pet food needs to be ensured. Apart from these items, food delivery services, e-commerce, cold storage and warehousing of food products, fuel such as coal, rice husk, diesel/furnace oil and all raw materials, intermediaries, packaging materials needed to support the above list of products are required to be included in the essential list to ensure uninterrupted functioning of food supply chain. This article describes methods to ensure food safety along with prevention of COVID-19 infection while ensuring food security for all.
Hypovitaminosis-D, Altered Mineral Status and Electrolytes in Severe Falciparum Malaria
Authors: Mohapatra Manoj Kumar , Bariha Prafulla Kumar , Padhee Bunyanananda , Mohanty Biswajit , Nayak Subodh Kumar
Published: November 2022

It is known that malaria and undernutrition are interrelated. The aim is to find out the role of vitamin-D and mineral homeostasis and alteration of electrolytes in severe falciparum malaria. Twenty five patients with uncomplicated falciparum malaria and 60 patients with severe falciparum malaria enrolled in the study. The diagnosis of malaria was made by Giemsa stained peripheral blood smear and rapid diagnostic test. Blood was collected for vitamin-D assay, estimation of calcium, phosphate, magnesium, sodium and potassium along with hematological and biochemical tests. The serum level of vitamin-D (27.8 ± 13.6 ng/ml), calcium (8.8 ± 0.5 mg/dl), phosphate (3.1 ± 0.8 mg/dl), magnesium (1.2 ± 1.8 mg/dl), sodium (133.8 ± 11.4 mEq/L) and potassium (3.1 ± 1.9 mEq/L) were found low among patients with severe malaria. Therefore, the supplement of vitamin-D, minerals and electrolytes may improve mortality and morbidity.
Decision Making Ability - Its Influence on General, Menstrual and Mental Health Status of Married Women - A Comparative Study between Employed and Unemployed Women
Authors: Thabassum Anees Fathima , Begum Khyrunnisa
Published: November 2022

Freedom in decision-making is a significant aspect of an individual´s life. Male members generally take over the responsibility of deciding family matters. Women's autonomy in decision making contributes in their development and lowers family strain. The study aims (i) to determine the level of decision making ability of women and their involvement in family decisions (ii) to determine the factors affecting their decision making ability and (iii) to study the influence of decision making ability on the general, menstrual and mental health status, a cross sectional study conducted in Mysore city. Employed Women (EW) 400 and Unemployed Women (UEW) 272, educated and married, aged 25-40 years participated, self-reporting questionnaires were used to collect information regarding, demographic details, decision making ability, General Health Problems (GHP) and Pre-Menstrual Symptoms (PMS). Depression, anxiety and stress score questionnaire was used to assess the mental health. EW had better decision making ability. Family structure, number of dependants positively correlated with decision making among UEW and EW (p<0.0001). Age had a positive influence on UEW (p=0.05%). EW independently took decisions for various household activities; UEW did along with their husbands. Higher percentage of women with limited involvement in decision making irrespective of their employment status were found to experience general health problems. EW and UEW involved in complete and limited decision making reported to experience menstrual problems. Mild and moderate forms of stress, anxiety and depression occurred in relatively higher proportion of employed women. However, a significantly higher percentage of UEW experienced severe stress, anxiety and depression. Freedom to make a decision is relaxing and helps develop confidence. Decision making ability of women is a major indicator of her family status. EW enjoy more freedom and are better decision makers, this has a positive influence on their general and mental health.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil - A Biochemical Analysis of Health Benefits (Including a brief comparison with Coconut Oil)
Authors: Raghav Apoorv , Kulandhasamy Maheswari
Published: November 2022

Since time immemorial, Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) has been an integral part of the Mediterranean diet and it's not a mere coincidence that the Mediterranean population is considered to be among the healthiest, across the globe. Rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and various polyphenols, this miraculous oil is bestowed with potent anti oxidant, anti inflammatory, anti atherogenic and a host of other beneficial bioactive properties, which make it the health booster. From coronary heart diseases to cancer and diabetes, this oil helps in the prevention as well as management of almost all the major ills plaguing the contemporary world. In the last few decades, India, with its gargantuan population, has been at the receiving end of these not so conspicuous pandemics. While our modest healthcare sector struggles keep pace with the exponential rise in the afflicted populace, increased incidence of these disorders has further worsened the financial crunch experienced by the expanding middle class. In the present scenario, the age old cliché – Prevention is better than cure, seems truer than ever. Oils that have traditionally been used in India, for instance coconut oil, have failed to curb the incessant rise in the incidence of health disorders and it's time to look beyond our borders. Extra virgin olive oil seems quite an attractive, alternative and would definitely work wonders if incorporated into the staple Indian diet.
A Sustainable Option of Developing Kitchen Gardens Based on Air Pollution Tolerance Index (APTI) Method of Plants with Edible Leaves for Health and Well Being
Authors: Vachher Meenakshi , Yadav Sandeep , Gopal Prerna , Chopra Shruti , Grover Nikita , Vanshika  , Sharma Sapna , Burman Archana , Trilok-Kumar Geeta
Published: November 2022

Kitchen gardening is emerging as a sustainable and economic option to meet the food and health demands of a family. Conventionally these have been established in Indian homes since ages. Globally air pollution has become one of the major health and environment hazards and is accelerating at an alarming rate. Delhi being the capital of India experiences inferior air quality as compared to other Indian cities. Plants are known to alleviate air pollution by clarifying, interrupting and riveting pollutants. Classifying such types of plants as sensitive or tolerant groups assumes importance as the former can act as bio-indicators and later as sinks for atmospheric particulates and hence might help to mitigate air pollution. A significant contrivance to screen plant species based on sensitivity or tolerance to air pollutants is Air Pollution Tolerance Index (APTI). Four biochemical parameters, namely, ascorbic acid, total chlorophyll, relative water content and leaf extract pH were determined to calculate APTI of eleven plants whose leaves are habitually consumed in Delhi. These plants are Spinacia oleracae (Spinach), Chenopodium album (Bathua), Murraya koenigii (Curry leaves), Coriandrum sativum (Coriander), Mentha piperita (Mint), Brassica oleracea (Cabbage), Trigonella foenum-graecum (Methi), Anethum graveolens (Dill), Petroselinum crispum (Parsley), Allium fistulosum (Spring onion) and Moringa oleifera (Drumstick). The results of the study indicated that Moringa oleifera (Drumstick) has the highest APTI of 14.89 and Chenopodium album (Bathua) has the lowest of 5.25. It was recommend that Moringa oleifera followed by Murraya koenigii (APTI=12.89), Petroselinum crispum, Trigonella foenum-graecum (APTI=12.85) and Coriandrum sativum (APTI=11.09) as most appropriate plant species for household plantations as well as kitchen gardens.
Food as Medicine in Context of COVID 19: Concept of Rainbow Diet
Authors: Parikh Prafulla , Kumar Satyanshu
Published: November 2022

Food is like fuel for our body. It is said that if we eat proper food no medicine will be required. If we don't eat proper food no medicine will act. A close relationship exists between the immune state and occurrences of diseases. Low immune function of an individual results in poor health but also prevents recovery. The enhancement of host immune response has been recognised as a possible means of defence against pathogen attack. Immunomodulation through natural substances, i.e. our food and food supplement through herbs may be considered as complimentary for the prevention and cure of diseases as food after all is the best medicine for our body. Traditionally, our food includes a large number of immunity boosters such as milk, spices like garlic, onion, turmeric, ginger and black pepper, vegetables such as drum stick, cucumber, carrot and red capsicum, mushroom, cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, peas, fruits like pine apple, watermelon and other with vitamin C, herbs like tulsi, amla, lemon, etc. Grains and seeds such as pumpkin and flaxseed which are enriched with immunity booster minerals like zinc and selenium and omega-3 fatty acids have been parts of our traditional food. Pulses such as lentil and soybean, egg and cheese are also good source of immunomodulating substances. Herbs under the category "Rasayana” in Ayurveda such as Ashwagandha, Giloe, Shatavari, etc. are being prescribed as immunomodulator since ancient time.
Nutritious Dehulled Sunflower Meal Based Muffins: Optimization, Quality Characteristics And Storage Stability
Authors: D. Mridula , Saha Dhritiman , Bhadwal Sheetal , Kumar Sonmati R. , Arora Simran , Bana Malvika , Bala Manju
Published: November 2022

The present study was conducted to optimize the food materials such as Dehulled Sunflower Meal (DSM) and Refined Wheat Flour (RWF) in flour blend for the preparation of muffins and to evaluate the storage stability of DSM incorporated muffins for 15 days storage at ambient as well as low temperature (4o C). Different experimental combinations were planned using response surface methodology (central composite design) of Design Expert software considering 10 to 40 g DSM and 60 to 90 g RWF. Different levels of RWF and DSM significantly influenced the instrumental colour (L, a, b values), nutritional quality, textural profile analysis and sensory acceptability of muffins. The nutritional and baking quality such as crude protein, total mineral content, iron and calcium, weight loss and height of baked muffins increased with increasing quantity of DSM. Optimized level of RWF and DSM consisted of 63.46 and 36.54%, respectively in flour blend showing overall desirability as 0.831. This muffin sample provided 11.72% crude protein, 2.24% total minerals, 143 mg/100g calcium and 4.55 mg/100 g iron with an overall acceptability score of 7.9 and can be stored for 9 days with good sensory acceptability.
Food Security and Dietary Intake in Pregnant Women from Urban Low Income Group
Authors: Pramanik Amrita , Kalaivani K. , Ramachandran Prema
Published: November 2022

In the 1970s poverty leading to low dietary intake prior to and during pregnancy was the major factor responsible for maternal under-nutrition and low birth weight. Over the last four decades there has been reduction in poverty and household food insecurity; concurrently there has been a steep decline in physical activity and some decline in energy intake. As a result of all these changes currently both under-nutrition and over-nutrition are major public health problems in women. A study was undertaken to assess food security status of the family and dietary intake of pregnant women from urban low income families using 24 hour dietary recall. Dietary intakes of pregnant women were compared with intakes of Non-Pregnant Non-Lactating women (NPNL) from the same family. Dietary intakes of both NPNL and pregnant women were compared with Estimated Average Requirement (EAR). Computation of energy intake/CU/day from the diet survey showed that these families were food secure. Both in NPNL and in pregnant women, intakes of cereal and roots and tubers were adequate; pulse, leafy vegetables and other vegetables and milk consumption was below EAR; fat consumption was above EAR. Mean energy intake was higher than EAR in NPNL women. There was a small increase in energy intake during pregnancy and intakes met EAR in pregnant women. Dietary intake of iron was below EAR in pregnant women. In urban sedentary women from food secure families, a small but sustained higher than EAR energy intake over years appears to contribute to progressive increase in over-nutrition with increasing age.
Spice active ingredients affect the micellization, permeation and bioavailability of structurally different carotenoids in human intestinal epithelial Caco-2 cells.
Authors: Shilpa Shivaprasad , Ambedkar Rudrappa , Shwetha Hulikere Jagdish , Lakshminarayana Rangaswamy
Published: November 2022

AbstractThis study evaluated the influence of active spice ingredients on the bioaccessibility and bioavailability of different carotenoids at the enterocyte level. Briefly, carotenoids solubilized micellar fractions obtain by simulated digestion of spinach (Î²-carotene; BC and lutein; LUT) or brown seaweed (fucoxanthin; FUCO) or shrimp (astaxanthin; AST)  either with or without curcumin/capsaicin/piperine. Further, physicochemical properties (particle size and viscosity) of micelles were analyzed and correlated bioaccessibility, permeability characteristics, and bioavailability of carotenoids in Caco-2 cells. The digestion of carotenoid's source with spice compound affected carotenoid solubilization/micellization, cumulative percent of particle size, and viscosity in the following order of spice compound treatments; curcumin > capsaicin > piperine > control. The carotenoids level in micelles higher in capsaicin and piperine than curcumin and control digested groups. The increased carotenoids bioaccessibility may be due to lesser hydrophobic interaction found in capsaicin and piperine than curcumin. Further, based on importance and distinct nature, BC and LUT were used bioavailability studies. The enhanced cellular uptake and secretion of carotenoids in triglycerides rich lipoproteins by capsaicin and piperine is due to changes in integrity, permeability, the fluidity of the epithelial barrier of absorption than curcumin and control groups. These findings opine the interaction of carotenoids with specific dietary component (spices) and their regulatory metabolism at the intestinal level is vital for the enteral nutrition of carotenoids.
Moringa Oleifera - Proximate and Anti-nutritional Composition
Authors: Athira K. A. , Thomachan Panjikkaran Seeja , Aneena E. R. , Sharon C. L. , Pathrose Berin , Surendra Gopal K. , Lakshmi P. S.
Published: November 2022

Proximate and anti-nutrient composition of leaves, young shoots, flowers and pods of Moringa were analysed. The KAU released Moringa variety Anupama were selected for analysis. High moisture content of more than 80 % was observed in all parts of Moringa. Leaves had a high moisture content of 85.4%. The protein content was high in young shoots (6.12 g) followed by flowers (4.9 g), leaves (4.37 g) and pods (2.8 g). A high beta carotene content is present in leaves (16265 Î¼g) followed by young shoots (13841 Î¼g), pods (15.62 Î¼g) and flowers (3.25 Î¼g). Fat content of > 0.18 g was observed in all parts of Moringa. Leaves had a high vitamin C content of 53 mg followed by 62.76 mg in pods, 43 mg in young shoots and 7.25 mg in flowers. The calcium content was high in leaves (208 mg) followed by young shoots (123 mg), flowers (38 mg) and pods (24.5 mg). A high iron content of 5.12 mg is present in leaves, 3.90 mg in young shoots, 0.33 mg in flowers and 0.329 mg in pods. Leaves had a high phosphorous content of 95.1 mg followed by 73 mg in young shoots, 66.2 mg in flowers and 46.9 mg in pods. The zinc content was high in flowers (0.342 mg) followed by young shoots (0.30 mg), pods (0.268 mg) and leaves (0.23 mg). Anti-nutritional factors like phytates (18.7 mg), oxalates (15.7 mg) and tannins (0.311 mg) were high in leaves and pods.
Nutritional Status of Parents and their Pre-School Children
Authors: Kumari Honey , K. Kalaivani , Ramachandran Prema
Published: November 2022

During 1970s poverty and household food inadequacy led to high under-nutrition rates in all age groups. Over years there has been an improvement in per capita income and household food security. In the last two decades there has been a steady decline in under-nutrition and increase in over-nutrition in adults, but child under-nutrition rates continue to be high. The present study was taken up in urban low income families, to assess the differences in the nutritional status of pre-school children and their parents. Height and weight measurements were taken in 3727 mother infant pairs; in 637 families father’s anthropometric parameters were available. Stunting, underweight and wasting rates in children were highest when the mothers were under-nourished (BMI <18.5) and least when the mother was over-nourished (BMI ?25). A similar but less distinct trend was observed in relation to nutritional status of the fathers and pre-school children. Even when the mother or father was under-nourished less than one fifth of the pre-school children were wasted and over 80% were normally nourished. Stunting rates were over 40% if the mother or father was in the lowest height tertile. However even when the father and mother were in the highest tertile for height, about one fourth of the children were stunted. These data suggest that maternal and paternal under-nutrition and low height are associated with higher child under-nutrition and stunting respectively. However, even when the mother or father was short or under-nourished, majority of the children were normal in height and normally nourished. In view of the intra-family differences in nutritional status, it is essential to undertake assessment of nutritional status of each member of the family and provide appropriate nutritional advice and intervention.
Nutritive Benefits of Soybean (Glycine max)
Authors: Amol Velhal , Bhati Kirti R. , Bhati Kirti R.
Published: November 2022

Soybean is rich in protein and can enhance the nutritional quality of food products. Now-a-days Soybeans are world’s important provider of vegetable protein and oil. Soybeans have been classified as oilseed. Soybeans are most widely grown oilseed in the world. Soybean (Glycine max) is a species of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for oil production. The article will focus on nutritive benefits of soybean. Soybean is excellent source of high quality protein, carbohydrate, dietary fiber, minerals and vitamins. It is also a good source of B complex vitamins, potassium, phosphorus, sodium and magnesium. Soybean is a rich source of phytoestrogens, especially isoflavones. Soy isoflavones are utilized for estrogen replacement therapy. The isoflavones in soybean helps to reduce LDL level. Phytoestrogens are non-steroidal plant compounds that exert estrogenic effects. It is economic and effectively meets human body requirements.
Alpha-Linolenic acid: A Pharmacologically Active Ingredient from Nature
Authors: Srivastava Devika , Singh Vandana , Kumar Umesh , R. Venkatesh Kumar
Published: November 2022

Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is an essential omega 3 fatty acid which is mostly found in plants. ALA is not synthesized in the human body due to this reason, it should be included in diet from various sources such as flaxseed, walnut, canola oil etc. ALA is a precursor of other omega 3 fatty acids namely Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA). These two fatty acids are derived from animal sources and are documented with many health benefits. Further, various studies have evidently supported the pharmacological activities of ALA such as neuroprotective, cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, hepatoprotective, antioxidant and anti-diabetic. The beneficial effects of ALA can be attributed due to its bioavailability which is almost complete like other fatty acids. This review covers the pharmacological actions of ALA and its bioavailability and metabolism with the help of available literature under one roof.
Formulation and Evaluation of Nutrient and Nutraceutical Potentials of Energy Rich Nutri Bar Designed for Athletes
Authors: Sivaprasad Abhirami , S. Kowsalya
Published: November 2022

Athletics is a collection of sporting events that involve competitive running, jumping, throwing, and walking. The most common types of athletic competitions are track and field, road running, cross country running, and race walking. A variety of running events are held on the track which falls into three broad distance categories: sprints, middle-distance, and long-distance track events. Sprinting is running over a short distance in a limited period. It is used in many sports that incorporate running, typically as a way of quickly reaching a target or goal, or avoiding or catching an opponent. The nutrient rich bar is a nutritional enhancement frequently used by athletes to preserve their energy requirements in daily life. Nutri Bars supply an adequate quantum of nutrients for strength, vitality for sustained physical and mental activity. It is an ideal supplement for athletes, which is energy-dense, nutraceutical rich ready to eat, and easy to carry as a pregame and postgame snack. In the present study, Nutri Bar was developed using nutraceutical energy-rich food ingredients. A ready-to-eat Nutri Bar was prepared with locally available energy-rich nutraceutical food products. The developed bar was evaluated for sensory attributes by 9-point Hedonic scale. The highly accepted variation was chosen for the nutrient analysis. Nutrient analysis and nutraceutical potentials per 100g of bar revealed that the developed bar was rich in nutrients and anti-oxidants.