Assoc. Prof. Moses V. M. Chamba

Assoc. Prof. Moses V. M. Chamba

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Physics & Biochemical Sciences

24 publications

Dr Moses V.M. Chamba is an Associate Professor of Food Technology in the Department of Physics and Biochemical Sciences at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS). He also worked as an Acting Director of Quality Assurance at the same institution. He received his PhD in Food Nu...

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Application of radish pods in households and effect of their active components against different diseases: A review.

Review Article
Published 7 months ago, 554 views
Author
Sana Noreen
Co-authors
Assoc. Prof. Moses V. M. Chamba
Abstract
This review discusses the chemical composition of radish pods and their utilization and health perspective. Radish pods are green vegetables usually consumed in East Asia. Radish pods have gained much interest due to their high chemical composition and antioxidant activity. They contain various chemical compounds, including coumarins, phenols glucosinolates, antioxidants etc. In East Asia, radish pods are usually consumed in households and can also be used commercially as an additive ingredient. However, it can be used in the household as a vegetable, mixed vegetable and additive materials. Radish pods play an important role against cancer, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, inflammation, and allergies via diverse pathways. It also acts as a hepatoprotective, platelet aggregation and immunity booster. Hence, the radish pods can be used in households for improvement of chronic disorders.
Year of Publication
2023
Journal Name
International Journal of Food Properties
Volume
2023
Issue
26
Page Numbers
1
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