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S. Sangeet ¹, V. Vimala ¹

Affiliations
1 Post Graduate and Research Centre, Acharya N.G. Runga Agricultural University, Hyderabad, IN

Abstract

Dietary fiber's therapeutic and prophylactic beneficiary effect is being evidenced to influence carbohydrate and lipid metabolism as soluble fiber. Whereas insoluble fiber is associated with gastrointestinal effect such as increased softness and volume of feces. It may also lower the risk of colorectal cancer by reducing the concentration of carcinogens in the lumen.

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P. Vijaya Bharathi ¹, V. Vimala ¹, P. Geervani ¹, R. Manorama ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Foods & Nutrition, Centre of Advanced Studies, Post Graduate and Research Centre, Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University, Hyderabad-500 030, IN

Abstract

Population studies have repeatedly demonstrated wide variation in the incidence of coronary heart disease among persons of different habits and modes of life from the same region. These differences are thought to be related to the serum cholesterol levels and dietary habits of people. The high rates of mortality and morbidity due to coronary heart disease is believed to be caused in part by diet, while there are many different views on what foods are associated with coronary heart disease.

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K. Krishna Kumari ¹, P. Geervani ¹, V. Vimala ¹

Affiliations
1 Post Graduate and Research Centre, Foods and Nutrition, Acharya, N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad, IN

Abstract

Several measures were undertaken by Government of India to provide food security to vulnerable sections of the society. Implementation of Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS) in India has reduced the number of grade III malnourished children by 4 to 9 per cent in different regions of the country. However 1 to 3 per cent of children enrolled in ICDS programme continue to be in grade III malnutrition. Recognising the need to shift the grade II and III malnourished children to grade I and prevent severe forms of malnutrition, Government has recommended to supply double the quantity of supplement to grade III children through ICDS programme.

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V. Vimala ¹, P. Pushpamma ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Foods and Nutrition, College of Home Science, Saifabad, Hyderabad 500001, IN
2 Andhra Pradesh Agricultural University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad 500030, IN

Abstract

The first major attempt to assess the post harvest losses in India was made by an expert committee appointed by Government of India in I96S According to the committee the total loss to post harvest grain at all stages was estimated to be 9 33 per cent Storage losses recorded in pulses alone accounied to five per cent and they are more when compared with the storage losses of other grains. These storage losses mainly occur due to unscientific storing, rodents, insects and microorganisms. Although the farmer is conscious of the value of grains to him, storage hygiene is as poor as his living conditions. This coupled with the fact that food stores provide undisturbed shelter favourable environment and abundant food supply, pave the way for infestation by insects and their multiplication to reach explosive levels within short period.

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Anju Rao ¹, V. Vimala ¹

Affiliations
1 Research Centre, A.P. Agricultural University, Hyderabad, 500 030, IN

Abstract

Sorghum (Sorghum vulgare) forms an important component of the class of millets, playing a pivotal role In the diets of the poor in India.

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V. Vimala ¹, P. Pushpamma ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Foods and Nutrition, College of Home Science, Saifabad, Hyderabad - 500 004, IN
2 International Donor Registry Conference (IDRC), SG

Abstract

Pulses are stored not only for consumption purpose, but also for seed purpose. The pulses which have been stored for seed purpose must be viable and in good condition for a long time until they are used. Viability of seeds whether it is cereals or pulses is conditioned by temperature and humidity in the surrounding storage atmosphere.

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M. Sharada ¹, V. Vimala ²

Affiliations
1 Andhra Pradesh Agricultural University, (A P A U), Hyderabad- 500030, IN
2 Department of Foods & Nutrition, College of Home Science, Saifabad, Hyderabad-500004., IN

Abstract

Pulses, being a seasonal crop, is usually stored for different periods. Producers of different pulses store 90 per cent of their produce at their households in rural Andhra Pradesh.

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V. Rajaiah ¹, V. Vimala ¹, K. Vasumathi Reddy ¹, T. Ravinder Reddy ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Zoology, Kakatiya University, Warangal (A.P.), IN

Abstract

Tissue and species specific distribution of esterases were studied in eight fishes of two tissue were viz., brain and muscle of channiformes and perciformes. Variation was noticed in muscle and brain. Muscle exhibited fast moving zones in both channiformes and perciformes while in brain exhibited slow moving zones and ArE esterase were dominant in perciformes fishes. ArE esterases were absent in channiformes fishes. Esdp esterases were noticed in muscle of channiformes fishes.

Keywords

Electrophoresis, Esterases, Brain, Muscle, Perciformes, Channiformes Fishes.

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