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Open AccessPublished: 16 December 2025

Bioactive Compounds of Capsicum Species and Their Therapeutic Properties: A Comprehensive Review

Behzad Mohammadi

Food and Drug Safety · 51-63 · 10.55121/fds.v3i1.838

Hot peppers, belonging to the Capsicum genus, are cultivated worldwide not only as spices and vegetables but also as valuable sources of bioactive compounds with potential health benefits. These plants contain a wide range of biologically active molecules, including capsaicinoids, capsinoids, carotenoids, phenolic compounds, vit

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Open AccessPublished: 16 June 2025

Rethinking Meat in Our Diet: The Case Against Its Role in Health

Melaku Tafese Awulachew

Food and Drug Safety · 1-15 · 10.55121/fds.v2i2.316

Meat is a rich source of essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, bioavailable iron, zinc, and vitamin B12—nutrients often limited in plant-based diets. However, growing concerns surround the health impacts of meat consumption, particularly industrially processed meats that contain preservatives such as nitrates, nit

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Open AccessPublished: 2 April 2026

Impact of Technological Treatments on the Hygienic Quality of Local Milk from the Niamey Region

Hamza Seydou Korombé, Ibrahim Djibo, Mahaman Maaouia Abdou Moussa, Mariama Gagara Hima, Amadou Morou Madougou, Aicha Mahamadou Kona, Aminatou Aliou Baraz, Abdoulaye Soumana Gouro

Food and Drug Safety · 12-23 · 10.55121/fds.v3i2.1172

This study evaluates the effectiveness of three technological treatments, including spontaneous fermentation (T1), fermentation with inoculum (T2), and filro-fermentation (T3), in improving the microbiological quality of raw milk (T0) collected in the municipality of Kollo (Niger). A total of 31 milk samples were collected and s

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Open AccessPublished: 25 March 2026

Effect of Different Drying Methods on the Chemical and Antioxidant Properties of Avocado Seed Powder

Rebecca Olajumoke Oloniyo, Blessing Abeni Ekele, Jabiru Daddy Aliyu, Mary Anuoluwapo Ajatta, Opeyemi Banke Abiodun

Food and Drug Safety · 1-11 · 10.55121/fds.v3i2.1045

Avocado fruits are considered the healthiest fruit in the world due to their high nutritional value. It is rich in valuable bioactive compounds that could be used in the treatment of degenerative diseases, but its seeds remain underutilized. This study investigates the effect of three different drying methods on the chemical and

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Open AccessPublished: 15 January 2026

Molecular Identification of Organisms from Bread Mold

Glory Mendie Donatus, Sobomate Chuku, Keayiabarido Jude, Miracle Uzoma, Emmanuel Bakpo, Aroloye Numbere

Food and Drug Safety · 147-161 · 10.55121/fds.v3i1.877

The study focused on the molecular identification of organisms associated with bread mold with the aim of isolating, characterizing, and accurately identifying fungal contaminants responsible for bread spoilage. One gram (1 g) of a contaminated bread sample was serially diluted and cultured on Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA). The pur

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Review

Open AccessPublished: 5 December 2025

Ecotoxicity of Petrogenic Plastic Particles in Fish: Implication for Human Health and Environmental Risk Assessment

Bwala Mathias Nzitiri, Gaya Abalis Ezra, Nayaya Ahmad Jibrin, Buba Toma

Food and Drug Safety · 1-16 · 10.55121/fds.v3i1.700

Petrogenic plastics might fragment within the ecosystems into progressively smaller fragments classified by size as “macroplastics”, “mesoplastics”, “microplastics”, and “nanoplastics”. Petrogenic micro and nano plastics (MNPs) are ubiquitous in the ecosystems and form as a result of the ageing or the action of prevailing bio-en

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Open AccessPublished: 19 July 2025

Studies on Moisture Adsorption Isotherm of Ighu from Different Cassava Varieties and Accelerated Shelf Life Storage in Different Packaging Materials

Adindu Linus-Chibuezeh, Chidiamara Onyinyechi Adindu-Linus, Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe, Titus Ugochukwu Nwabueze

Food and Drug Safety · 16-32 · 10.55121/fds.v2i2.414

Moisture sorption isotherm characteristics and shelf life of Ighu, a traditional food product derived from three cassava varieties processed using two indigenous methods in Isuochi (Umunneochi LGA, Abia State) and Udi (Enugu State), Nigeria was studied. The equilibrium moisture content (EMC) was determined using the static gravi

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Open AccessPublished: 13 June 2025

Re-evaluating Honey Quality: Key Factors Influencing Its Purity and Excellence

Melaku Tafese Awulachew

Food and Drug Safety · 25-39 · 10.55121/fds.v2i1.315

Honey quality is a growing global concern due to its importance in nutrition, health, and the food industry. The purpose of this research is to review the composition, physicochemical characteristics, and variables influencing honey quality. Honey, a natural sweet product produced by bees, contains over 180 essential components,

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