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African indigenous leafy vegetables as a potential source of β-carotene for under five year old children.
(Makerere University, 2014)
This study was designed to assess the adequacy of African indigenous leafy vegetables in meeting vitamin A needs of children below the age of five years in Iganga and Luuka districts. East Central Uganda where Iganga and ...
Determinants of participation of small holder farmers in marketing of grain amaranth: A case of Kamuli District, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2014)
As a vegetable crop, grain amaranth plays an important role in improving household nutritional and economic status. Grain amaranth is still a new crop in Uganda's farming system, after being introduced by VEDCO in 2005 to ...
Trace element concentrations in vegetables, drinking water and house dust as risk factors for incidences of respiratory and gastro-intestinal diseases among residents of Kilembe mine area, Kasese district
(Makerere University, 2022-12)
Past copper mining activities in Kilembe led to piles of mine tailings in the catchment which are potential sources of trace metal contamination to the environment. This study was done to: (a) assess trace element ...
Impact of fruit and vegetable intake on pregnancy discomforts among expectant women in Wakiso District
(Makerere university, 2023)
Background:
Anatomical and physiological changes during gestation are accompanied by a wide range of pregnancy related complaints. Thus, the heightened demand for energy and nutrients during such a critical period is ...