Study the Physical and Functional Properties of Chickpea and Black Gram Flours

The purpose of this study is to determine the quality of chickpea and black gram flour used in preparation of traditional products. As the study of physical properties of flour, both chickpea as well as black gram flour shows higher in bulk density. Water absorption index show lower level of both chickpea as well as black gram flour and water solubility index shows both chickpea as well as black gram flour in between bulk density and water absorption index. While the functional properties of flour, water absorption capacity lower for chickpea flour but higher oil absorption capacity. Higher the water absorption capacity for black gram flour and lower the oil absorption capacity for black gram. This concluded that bulk density for both chickpea flour and black gram is highest while oil absorption capacity is lower in both chickpea flour and black gram flours.

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Comparative nutritional and functional properties of selected underutilized legumes

Nigerian Journal of Animal Production ◽

10.51791/njap.v45i3.441 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 45 (3) ◽

Author(s):

K. O. Soetan ◽

A. A. Adeola

Keyword(s):

Water Absorption ◽

Bulk Density ◽

Functional Properties ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Phaseolus Lunatus ◽

International Institute ◽

Oil Absorption ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

Crude Fibre ◽

Emulsion Capacity

Underutilized and neglected legumes have numerous nutritional potentials with great contributions to food security but they are usually excluded from research and development agenda. This study evaluates the nutritional and functional properties of six different underutilized and neglected legumes; Lima bean (LB) (Phaseolus lunatus) (2006-009), Bambara groundnut (BG) (Vigna subterranea) (TVSU- 1482), winged bean (WB) (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus) (Tpt-48), jack bean (JB) (Canavalia ensiformis) (Tce-4), sword bean (SB) (Canavalia gladiata) (Tcg-4) and African yam bean (AYB) (Sphenostylis stenocarpa) (TSS-95) from the Genetic Resources Unit (GRU), International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Nutritional and functional properties were evaluated using proximate composition, mineral analyses and functional properties like bulk density, water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity, emulsion capacity and dispersibility. All the procedures were carried out using standard protocols. Statistical analysis was done using descriptive statistics. Results of proximate analysis showed that crude protein ranged from18.88 0.15%(WB) to 26.60±0.14%(AYB), crude fat ranged from 1.84 0.02% (JB) to 6.39 0.03% (BG), crude fibre ranged from 3.70 ±0.00% (AYB) to 5.04 0.03% (SB), ash ranged from 3.10 ± 0.14% (AYB) to 4.66 0.02% (LB), nitrogen free extract ranged from 55.60 0.04% (SB) to 62.97 0.12% (WB), moisture content ranged from 5.75 0.48% (AYB) to 10.77 0.03% (JB), dry matter ranged from 89.23 0.03% (JB) to 94.25 ± 0.488% (AYB) and gross energy ranged from 4.39 0.003 kcal/g (SB) to 4.66 0.00 (BG). Mineral content results revealed that calcium varied from 0.14 0.000% (LB) to 0.23 0.0003% (AYB), phosphorus varied from 0.20 0.0001% (AYB) to 0.38 0.00% (BG), sodium varied from 0.12 0.00% (LB and WB) to 0.35 0.0006% (AYB), potassium varied from 0.69 0.00% (LB) to 1.12 0.00% (BG), magnesium varied from 0.15 0.0002% (AYB) to 0.27 0.000% (BG) and iron varied from 44.84 0.03 (mg/g) (WB) to 80.98 0.0007(mg/g) (AYB). Results of functional properties showed that bulk density ranged from 0.45±0.04 g/mL (WB) to 0.77±0.08 g/mL (SB), water absorption capacity ranged from 168.33±0.03 g/100g (LB) to 183.62±0.01 g/100g (SB), oil absorption capacity ranged from 146.54 ±0.02 g/100g (LB) to 161.55±0.02 g/100g (JB), emulsion capacity ranged from 79.67 ±0.02 g/100g (LB) to 89.46±0.02 g/100g (SB) and dispersibility ranged from81.0±1.41%(SB) to 86.5±0.71% (BG). The study concluded that all the underutilized legumes have varying nutritional and functional properties, which should be exploited for nutritional benefits and industrial applications, as a solution to the problem of food shortage, especially in the developing countries.

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Influence of Compounds Contents and Particle Size on Some Functional Properties of Moringa oleifera Leaves (Lam) Powders

Asian Food Science Journal ◽

10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i130255 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 60-71

Author(s):

Assiéné Agamou Julien Armel ◽

Fombang Nig Edith ◽

Mbofung Carl Moses

Keyword(s):

Particle Size ◽

Water Absorption ◽

Bulk Density ◽

Functional Properties ◽

Water Solubility ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

Mature Leaves ◽

Young Leaves ◽

Moringa Oleifera Leaves

Objective: This study aims to determine the influence of the contents of compounds and particle size on the functional properties of leaves powders of M. oleifera. Methodology: The leaves were collected from three farms in the localities of Mbouda and Maroua and processed in powders. The proximate composition, some functional properties such as particle size, true Water Absorption Capacity (WACt), apparent Water Absorption Capacity (WACa), Water Solubility Index (WSI), Oil Holding Capacity (OHC), and Bulk density were determined. Results: The mean contents of young and mature leaves powders are 24.96 ± 0.29 and 23.13 ± 0.50 g/100 DM in total proteins; 34.26 ± 0.52 and 29.11 ± 1.44 g/100g DM in available carbohydrate, 8.34 ± 0.64 and 8.34 ± 0.68 g/100g DM in total lipids, 8.75 ± 0.74 and 9.08 ± 0.48 g/100g DM in total ash, 21.13 ± 1.34 and 27.14 ± 1.04 g/100g DM in total fibers, respectively. The particle size of powders is majority large. The fiber's contents significantly affect the increase of rehydration properties and the OHC, while the large particle size, the density. Values of WACt and WACa are 27.02 ± 0.20 and 32.88 ± 1.24 % in young leaves and 28.98 ± 0.15 and 35.88 ± 1.02 % in mature leaves, respectively. The WSI and OHC are 3.02 ± 0.06 and 257 ± 1% in young leaves and 3.5 ± 0.04 and 261 ± 2 % in mature leaves, respectively. The Bulk density is 0.42 ± 0.01 g/ml in young leaves and 0.39 ± 0.01 in mature leaves. Conclusion: Functional properties of M. oleifera leave powders do not always depend on the contents of compounds and particle size distribution.

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SIFAT FISIKOKIMIA DAN FUNGSIONAL PATI DARI MOCAF (MODIFIED CASSAVA FLOUR) VARIETAS KASPRO DAN CIMANGGU

Jurnal Penelitian Pascapanen Pertanian ◽

10.21082/jpasca.v15n2.2018.80-90 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 15 (2) ◽

pp. 80 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Nurud Diniyah ◽

Achmad Subagio ◽

Riri Nur Lutfian Sari ◽

Nugraha Yuwana

Keyword(s):

Water Absorption ◽

Bulk Density ◽

Functional Properties ◽

Block Design ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Raw Material ◽

Oil Absorption ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

Cassava Flour ◽

Swelling Power

Singkong varietas manis (Cimanggu) dan pahit (Kaspro) dapat digunakan sebagai bahan baku dalam pembuatan MOCAF. Ekstraksi pati MOCAF dapat dipengaruhi oleh lama fermentasi dan varietas singkong. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengetahui pengaruh perbedaan lama fermentasi terhadap sifat fungsional pati dari MOCAF dengan dua varietas singkong Kaspro dan Cimanggu. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Rancangan Acak Kelompok (RAK) dengan faktor tunggal yaitu lama fermentasi (0, 12, 24 jam) dan varietas sebagai kelompoknya (Cimanggu dan Kaspro) dengan 3 kali ulangan. Parameter yang dianalisis yaitu sifat fisik (densitas kamba dan warna), sifat kimia (kadar protein, lemak, abu dan karbohidrat) serta sifat fungsional pati MOCAF (swelling power, solubilitas, daya serap air dan daya serap minyak). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa lama fermentasi 24 jam dari singkong varietas Kaspro memiliki nilai tertinggi yaitu bulk density 0,7505±0,0158 (g/mL), swelling power 7,4516±0,1185 (g/g), solubility 1,9294±0,2456 (%), water absorption capacity (WAC) 12,0000±1,0000 (mL/g) dan oil absorption capacity (OAC) 17,6667±0,5774 (mL/g), lightness 89,9433±0,1079 dan whitness index 85,9113±0,0821 serta kadar protein, lemak, abu dan karbohidrat berturut-turut (0,6094±0,04; 0,3666±0,12; 0,1849±0,03 dan 86,0125±0,42 %). Penggunaan varietas yang berbeda sebagai bahan baku MOCAF, menunjukkan hasil bahwa singkong dengan kadar sianida tinggi juga memiliki pati lebih tinggi (Kaspro), memiliki sifat fungsional (bulk density, swelling power, solubility, WAC, OAC) yang lebih baik sehingga dapat digunakan untuk keperluan dunia industri yang lebih luas. Functional Properties of Starch MOCAF (Modified Cassava Flour) from Cassava Variety Kaspro and CimangguCassava from sweet (Cimanggu) and bitter (Kaspro) varieties can be used as raw material to produced MOCAF. MOCAF’s starch extraction can be influenced by time of fermentation and variety of cassava. The aim of this research is to determine the effect of time fermentation on the functional properties of MOCAF starch which made from two varieties of cassava (Kaspro and Cimanggu). Randomized Block Design (RAK) with the single factor, time of fermentation (0, 12, 24 hours) and varieties as its group (Cimanggu and Kaspro) with triplicate was used in this research. The physical properties ( bulk density, colour), chemical properties (protein, fat, ash and carbohydrate) and functional properties of MOCAF starch (swelling power, solubility, water absorption capacity and oil absorption capacity) were evaluated. The result showed that Kaspro variety and time of fermentation 24 hour had the highest value of bulk density 0,7505±0,0158 (g/mL), swelling power 7,4516±0,1185 (g/g), solubility 1,9294±0,2456 (%), WAC 12,0000±1,0000 (mL/g) dan OAC 17,6667±0,5774 (mL/g), lightness 89,9433±0,1079, whiteness index 85,9113±0,0821, protein, fat, ash and carbohydrate content respectively 0,6094±0,04; 0,3666±0,12; 0,1849±0,03 and 86,0125±0,42 %. The varieties of cassava with highest cyanide content (Kaspro) also highest in starch content shows that has better functional properties (bulk density, swelling power, solubility, WAC, OAC) so it can be used to widely application for industrial.

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Impacts of Cooking Times (Steaming and Cooking on Embers) on Some Physico-Functional Parameters of Yam (Dioscorea bulbifera) Flours Cv Dougon-won Consumed in Côte d'Ivoire

Asian Research Journal of Agriculture ◽

10.9734/arja/2018/v10i430041 ◽

2019 ◽

pp. 1-13

Author(s):

Gbocho Serge Elvis Ekissi ◽

Jacques Yapi Achy ◽

Martin Tanoh Kouadio ◽

Bedel Jean Fagbohoun ◽

Lucien Patrice Kouamé

Keyword(s):

Water Absorption ◽

Bulk Density ◽

Water Solubility ◽

Foam Stability ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

Functional Parameters ◽

Swelling Power ◽

Dioscorea Bulbifera ◽

Cooking Times

Impacts of cooking times (steaming and cooking on embers) on some physico-functional parameters of yam (D. bulbifera) flours cv Dougou-won were determined during 10, 20 and 30 min. Results showed that steaming and cooking on embers increased significantly (P <0.05) the dispersibility (D), water absorption capacity (WAC), paste clarity (PC), water solubility index (WSI), swelling power (SP), least gelation capacity (LGC) and solubility (S) but decreased significantly (P <0.05) foam capacity (FC), wettability (W) and foam stability (FS) of flours (D. bulbifera) cv Dougou-won. Steaming increased significantly (P <0.05) oils absorption capacity (OAC) and bulk density (BD). However, cooking on embers decreased significantly (P <0.05) oils absorption capacity (OAC) but not affected significantly (P <0.05) bulk density (BD). The steaming time (30 min) is recommended to considerably influence the physico-functional parameters of the yam (D. bulbifera) flours cv Dougou-won.

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Functional and Physicochemical Characteristics of Raw, Roasted and Germinated Buckwheat Flour

Asian Journal of Dairy and Food Research ◽

10.18805/ajdfr.dr-1452 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Beenu Tanwar ◽

Nistha Lamsal ◽

Ankit Goyal ◽

Vikas Kumar

Keyword(s):

Antioxidant Activity ◽

Water Absorption ◽

Bulk Density ◽

Phenolic Content ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Total Phenolic ◽

Oil Absorption ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

Swelling Power ◽

Buckwheat Flour

Purpose: Buckwheat, a pseudocereal is a nutritionally dense and gluten-free grain which has a great potential especially in the functional food industry. Domestic processing methods like germination and roasting may enhance the nutritional and functional components of the buckwheat. Design/methodology/approach: The raw, roasted (120°C for 10 min) and germinated (27 ± 3°C for 24 hours) seed flour was analyzed for functional (bulk density, water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity, swelling power, and emulsifying capacity and activity) and physicochemical (fat, ash, protein, total carbohydrate, total phenolic content and antioxidant activity) parameters. Findings: Both the methods showed varied deviation of functional properties and nutrients from the raw flour. Germination significantly (p 0.05) increased the protein (11.5%) and moisture (14.66%) whereas, decreased ash (1.8%), carbohydrate (62.84%), fat (1.33%) and fiber (7.87%); roasting significantly (p 0.05) increased the carbohydrate (71.38%) whereas, decreased ash (1.8%), fat (1.33%), fibre (6.32%), moisture (11.66%) and protein (7.6%) content. Germination significantly (p 0.05) increased the phenolic content and antioxidant activity (82.63%). Bulk density and emulsion capacity decreased in both germinated and roasted buckwheat flour. However, both germination and roasting significantly (p 0.05) increased the oil absorption capacity, swelling power, and water absorption capacity. Originality/value: The present study suggests that germinated and roasted flours can be utilized commercially for the production of economical, better and nutrient-dense food products for people suffering from cereal-based health disorders.

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Effects of Cooking and Germination on Physiochemical Properties and Sensory Attributes of African Walnut (Tetracarpidium conophorum)

International Journal of Pharmacology Phytochemistry and Ethnomedicine ◽

10.18052/www.scipress.com/ijppe.1.93 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 1 ◽

pp. 93-102 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

A. Ihemeje ◽

O. Ukauwa ◽

C.C. Ekwe

Keyword(s):

Water Absorption ◽

Functional Properties ◽

Sensory Attributes ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Oil Absorption ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

Physiochemical Properties ◽

Essential Minerals ◽

Calcium Magnesium ◽

General Acceptability

Effect of cooking and germination on physiochemical and sensory attributes of African walnut were investigated. Result proved that the protein (14.90%) carbohydrates (15.39%) fat (45.84%) ash (3.5%) and fibre (1.17%) contents of the raw samples were increased by germination but subsequently decreased as germination progresses. Cooking was found to be more effective in reduction of antinutrients than germination thereby leading to enhanced bioavailability of most essential minerals (calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus etc). Results also indicate significant (P<0.05) improvement on the functional properties (water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity, ) of the raw sample by cooking and germination. Evaluation of sensory attributes showed that cooked walnut was most preferred to germinated and boiled walnut in terms of taste, after taste and general acceptability.

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Effects of fermentation and heating on the functional properties of processed flour from African oil bean (Pentaclethra macrophylla benth) seeds

African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development ◽

10.18697/ajfand.60.11810 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 13 (60) ◽

pp. 8249-8257

Author(s):

ESD Osagie-Eweka ◽

◽

TH Alaiya

Keyword(s):

Heat Treatment ◽

Water Absorption ◽

Functional Properties ◽

Emulsion Stability ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Oil Absorption ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

Emulsion Capacity ◽

Heat Treated ◽

African Oil Bean Seeds

A comparative study was conducted to determine the effects of heat treatment and fermentation on the functional properties of African oil bean ( Pentaclethra macrophylla: Benth ) seeds. The objective was to determine the nutritional benefits inherent therein, and the possible utilization of this plant food source as a complement in food formulation and improvement. The bean seed was broken to obtain the cotyledon, locally processed by fermentation and heat treatment, after which it was milled to obtain flour from the African oil bean. The control group of day 0 was not subjected to fermentation, but heat - treated and all other experimental groups (Day 1 - 7) subjected to fermentation and heating. The following selected physio -chemical properties were analyzed for the African oil bean seeds: water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity and bulk densities were determined; the emulsion capacity and whipping ability were also determined. The oil absorption capacity range d from 0.66 - 1.26 g/ml; water absorption capacity, 0.76 - 1.32 g/ml; emulsion capacity, 33.33 - 64.67 g/ml, emulsion stability after one hour, 6.00 - 63.33 g/ml, bulk density, 0.40 - 0.49 g/g and whipping ability, 0.00 - 0.93 g/ml. The processing methods adopted (fermentation and heating) to improve on the functional properties of the African oil bean seeds significantly affected (p<0.05) the bulk density, whipping ability, emulsion stability and Stability after one hour of experimental samples fermented and heat treated (Day 1 - 7) compared to the Day 0 sample that was only heated while there was , however , no statistical significance recorded for the oil absorption capacity and water absorption capacity in experimental Day 1 - 7 compared to the control (Day 0) . The treatment, demonstrated improved functional properties of the African Oil bean seeds; likely to enhance the palatability of formulated foods. The treatment did not show significant improvement on the oil absorption capacity and water absorption capacity of t he bean ; however, there was enhanced oil and water functionality.

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Functional properties of three native starches and their modified derivatives

Potravinarstvo Slovak Journal of Food Sciences ◽

10.5219/1232 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 14 ◽

pp. 682-691

Author(s):

Funmilayo Deborah Adewumi ◽

Labunmi Lajide ◽

Abayomi Olagunjoye Adetuyi ◽

Olajide Ayodele

Keyword(s):

Water Absorption ◽

Functional Properties ◽

Amylose Content ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Oil Absorption ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

Gelation Temperature ◽

Swelling Power ◽

White Yam ◽

Modified Starches

Starches were isolated from cocoyam (Xanthosoma sagittifollium), white yam (Dioscorea rotundata) and bitter yam (Dioscorea dumentorum). Starch modification was carried out using acetic anhydride and phthalic anhydride. The native and modified starches were characterized using Fourier Transformed Infra-red Spectroscopy (FTIR) for identification of the functional groups. Functional properties such as water absorption capacities, oil absorption capacity, swelling power, solubility, gelation temperature, least gelation capacity, amylose content and pH were determined using standard procedures. Acetylation increased the water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity, swelling power, amylose content, and solubility of the starches while phthalation decreased water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity, swelling power, and solubility of the starches. Native cocoyam starch has the highest gelation temperature (85 °C) while Acetylated bitter yam has the lowest gelation temperature (74 °C). The pH of the native and modified starches was within the range of 4.14 − 6.55. Phthalation and acetylation increased the bulk density of the starches. Native cocoyam, white yam, and bitter yam starches had the lowest gelation concentration (6%). Modification of native starches will improve the usage of starch in food and non-food applications.

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DETERMINING THE PHYSIOCHEMICAL AND PHYTOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF LOCAL NIGERIAN WHITE MELON SEED FLOUR

International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH ◽

10.29121/granthaalayah.v6.i5.2018.1437 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 6 (5) ◽

pp. 157-166

Author(s):

Peter Anyigor Okorie

Keyword(s):

Water Absorption ◽

Bulk Density ◽

Functional Properties ◽

Proximate Composition ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Oil Absorption ◽

Melon Seed ◽

Seed Flour ◽

Emulsion Capacity ◽

Foaming Capacity

The functional properties, proximate composition and phytochemical characteristics of a local Nigerian white melon seed flour was determine in this study. Foaming capacity, emulsion capacity, oil absorption, water absorption, and bulk density tests were conducted. The moisture, protein, fat, fibre, ash, carbohydrate, flavonoid, saponin, carotenoid and alkaloid contents of the flour were determined. The results show that the functional properties of the flour are: foaming capacity 0.03 %, emulsion capacity 60.50 %, oil absorption capacity 34.10 %, water absorption capacity 18.60 % and bulk density 1.62 g/ml. The proximate composition of the flour are: carbohydrate 58.43 %, protein 32.55 %, moisture 1.70 %, fat 29.00 %, crude fibre 6.15 % and ash 0.85 %. The flour has the following phytochemical composition: flavonoid 3.13 %, saponin 4.88 %, carotenoid 1.80 % and alkaloid 5.90 %. The analysis revealed that the flour could be used in soup making and infant food formulation. It could also be useful for prevention and cure of heart related diseases.

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Determination of the Functional Properties of Varieties of New Rice for Africa (NERICA) relevant to its Processing

Journal on Processing and Energy in Agriculture ◽

10.5937/jpea25-34640 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 25 (3) ◽

pp. 114-118

Author(s):

Eze Paul Chukwuka

Keyword(s):

Functional Properties ◽

Water Solubility ◽

Absorption Capacity ◽

Oil Absorption ◽

Water Absorption Capacity ◽

High Quality ◽

Swelling Power ◽

Foaming Capacity

Flour from rice can be applicable into several types of food, or be used directly as a food substitute, and this can have an impact on the final quality of the product. This aimed to determine the functional properties of some selected NERICA varieties, namely, FARO 44, FARO 52, FARO 57, FARO 60 and FARO 61. Results obtained showed that the functional properties, such as the water absorption capacity (WAC), swelling power, water solubility index (WSI), bulk density, oil absorption capacity (OAC), and the foaming capacity, ranged from 251.74 to 298.51 (%); 7.42 to 8.41 (g/g); 10.01 to 12.27 (%); 0.92 to 1.00 (%); 0.45 to 1.36 (%); and 7.29 to 11.76 (%) respectively. All recorded samples were significantly difference (p < 0.05). FARO 61 recorded highest point of 298.51 (%), and 1.36 (%), in WAC and OAC respectively. While FARO 57 recorded the highest swelling power of 8.41 (g/g). These determined results of the functional properties of NERICA flour samples, will be useful in determining their suitability in food and other relevant industries because the flour samples showed high quality range of functional properties that makes them favourable for such activities.

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