Abstract Kunu is a millet-based, non-alcoholic, and non-carbonated energy beverage commonly consumed in the northern part of Nigeria. The nutrients composition, antioxidant properties, sensory characteristics instant kunu made from pearl millet supplemented with African locus bean pulp (ALBP) were evaluated this study. Instant was produced 5–25% ALBP replacement for freeze-dried. A control samp...

The Bacova_02091 gene in the β-mannan utilization locus of Bacteroides ovatus encodes a family GH36 α-galactosidase (BoGal36A), transcriptionally upregulated during growth on galactomannan. Characterization of recombinant BoGal36A reveals unique properties compared to other GH36 α-galactosidases, which preferentially hydrolyse terminal α-galactose in raffinose family oligosaccharides. BoGal36A ...

The relationship between the rheological behavior and microstructure of glucono-δ-lactone (GDL) induced cold-set soybean glycinin (Gly)–locust bean gum (LBG) mixed gels was studied. In the presence of 0.05%, 0.10% and 0.15% w/v LBG, the onset of Gly network formation (4.0%, w/v) occurred progressively earlier and the viscoelastic modulus was enhanced significantly as the LBG concentration incre...

OBJECTIVE Thickening of formula feedings is part of the therapeutic approach for gastroesophageal reflux (GER) in infants. However, its mechanism of action, especially regarding the occurrence of nonacid (pH >4) GER, has not yet been clearly described. The aim of this randomized, placebo-controlled crossover study was to examine the influence of formula thickened with carob (St. John's bread) b...