Research topics: Value addition and commercialization of bananas in Kenya
We produce a lot of bananas in Kenya and we mostly only use them for cooking and or consumption as…
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Potential for development of novel food products from tree tomato (Tamarillo) fruit
Solanum betaceum, commonly referred to as tree tomato fruit is scantly grown in Kenya and is mostly used as fresh…
Research topics: Potential for development of novel food products from tree tomato (Tamarillo) fruit
Solanum betaceum, commonly refered to as tree tomato fruit is scantly grown in Kenya and is mostly used as fresh…
Biochemical tests – presumptive identification and confirmation of coliform bacteria!
Biochemical tests are commonly used in microbiology to presumptively identify and confirm the presence of specific groups of bacteria, including…
Food microbiology: Biochemical tests – presumptive identification and confirmation of coliform bacteria!
After growing bacteria on a selective media such as violet red bile agar (VRBA) for identification of coliforms it is…
The Optimal Protein Intake for a Healthy Diet
Proteins are essential macronutrients that play a crucial role in maintaining various bodily functions, including tissue repair, enzyme production, and…
Why you should stop taking excess proteins in your diet!
Protein are important macronutrients required for repair of worn out tissues, growth and development. However, that does not mean that…
Chuka University unites it’s staff in prayer!
Chuka University staff gather together for prayers once every year in a fellowship that unites both top management including the…
Why you should avoid taking unprescribed supplements!
Macronutrients include minerals and vitamins. They are needed by the human bod in small quantities. Most of the foods that…
Why you should stop taking excess proteins in your diet!
Protein are important macronutrients required for repair of worn out tissues, growth and development. However, that does not mean that…