Duncan's Test Research Articles

A Study on Fragrance Preference of Aroma Oil by Sleep Habits

The importance of sleep is being emphasized as interest in improving health and quality of life increases. In particular, the use of aroma oil has been expanded as a complementary therapy for sleep disorders. Aroma oil can be selected according to individual preferences and characteristics because it has various effects depending on the type. Therefore, the use of aroma oil suitable for individual preferences and characteristics can have a positive effect on the sleep habits of modern people who value health. Therefore, it is necessary to revitalize the beauty industry by developing customized aroma products based on the diversity of health-related lifestyle habits. In this study, 200 adult women over the age of 20 living in Jeollabuk-do were surveyed for general characteristics, sleep habits, sleep habits type, differences in sleep habits according to general characteristics, aroma oil aroma preference, and aroma oil aroma preference according to sleep habits and general characteristics. For the analysis, frequency analysis, factor analysis, cluster analysis, cross-analysis, independent sample t-test, one-way variance analysis, and Duncan test were used using the SPSS program. As a result of the analysis, it was found that there was a significant difference in aroma oil preference according to the final academic background and sleep habits of the subjects. In particular, high school graduates tended to prefer the scent of rosemary, the sleep-type group preferred the scent of lemon and lavender, and the insomnia group preferred the scent of rosemary. As such, it was confirmed that individual sleep habits and aroma oil preference were closely related. This is a study that proves the need for aroma product development and marketing, and is intended to be provided as basic data for revitalizing the beauty industry.

The Quality Analysis of Of Rolled Pancake with Carrot Extract Substitution as Natural Food Colouring

This research aims to analyze the effect of 0%, 15%, 30% and 45% substitution of carrot extract to the quality of rolled pancakes in terms of shape, color, aroma, texture and taste. This research was conducted in August 2023 at the Culinary Workshop, Department of Family Welfare Sciences, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality, Padang State University. This type of research is a pure experiment using a completely randomized design method consisting of 4 treatments and 3 repetitions. The data used is primary data obtained from 3 expert panelists using an organoleptic test format on the quality of rolled pancakes with the substitution of carrot extract. The data obtained was then tabulated in table form and analysis of variance (ANOVA) was carried out. If F count > F table then proceed with the Duncan test. The results of this research show that there is a significant effect of substitution of 0%, 15%, 30% and 45% carrot extract on the quality of color and aroma of rolled pancakes. The results of data analysis obtained the highest overall achievement scores, namely: neat shape 3.56 (45%), uniform shape 3.44 (30%), color 3.44 (45%), aroma 3.67 (45%), texture 3.67 (45%) and taste 4.00 (45%). The results of the quality test for rolled pancakes with the best carrot extract substitution were 45% (X3).

Choux Paste Quality With Canna Flour Substitution

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of canna flour substitution as much 25%, 35% and 45% on quality of choux paste in terms of shape, color, aroma, texture and taste. This type of research is an true experiment with the completely randomized design method (RAL) and three repeats. The source of data in this study was obtained from 3 expert panelists. The tool used in taking data is in the form of questionnaires containing questions about the quality of choux paste. The data was analyzed using ANAVA, if Fcount ≥ Ftabel then continued with the Duncan test. The results showed that there was a significant effect choux paste of canna flour substitution between 25%, 35% and 45% on the quality of thes, namely on the quality of the dark brown color of the out, and light brown on the inside of the choux paste, the aroma of canna scented choux paste. The quality of the shape (round, neat and hollow), crunchy texture on the outside and soft on the inside, savory taste has no effect on the quality of the choux paste. The best canna flour choux paste quality test results are in X3 treatment with canna flour substitution as much as 45%.Keywords: Canna Flour, Choux Paste, Quality

Karakteristik Fisik Bakso Daging Sapi dengan Penambahan Tepung Kedelai sebagai Pengganti Tepung Tapioka

The purpose of this study was to analyze the dosage of using soy flour on the physical characteristics of beef meatballs and to obtain the results of using soy flour which affected the physical characteristics of beef meatballs. This study used a completely randomized design (CRD) with 5 treatments and 4 replications. The comparison of tapioca flour with soybean flour for each treatment were P0 (100%: 0%), P1 (75% : 25%), P2 (50% : 50%), P3 (25% : 75%), and P4 ( 0% : 100%). The data obtained were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and if the results of the ANOVA test show a significant difference, continue with Duncan's further test. The results showed that the addition of soy flour to beef meatballs had a significant effect (P<0,05) on cooking loss, pH, elasticity, and water-holding capacity. The addition of soy flour caused the cooking shrinkage value from P0 to P4 to decrease with an average value of 16.77 to 11.59%, the pH value of meatballs added with soy flour decreased from P0 to P4 with an average value of 6.48 to 6.15%, the elasticity value of meatballs decreased from P0 to P4 with an average value of 73.40 to 30.22% and the water holding capacity of meatballs from P0 to P4 decreased with an average value of 0.74 to 0.63%. This study can be concluded that the addition of soybean meal can produce better physical properties of beef meatballs.  

Karakteristik Kimia dan Sensori Crackers dengan Penambahan Tepung Campolay (Pouteria campechiana) dan Teping Ikan Teri Nasi (Stolephorus sp)

ingredients can be added to the manufacture such as campolay flour and ground wheat flour to increase the nutritional content of the crackers. This study aims to make crackers with the addition of campolay flour and rice anchovy flour as a form of food diversification and to find the selected formulation from the ratio of wheat flour: campolay flour: rice anchovy flour. This study used a completely randomized design (CRD) with one treatment factor, namely the ratio of wheat flour : campolay flour : anchovy flour (80:15:5), (70:20:10), (60:25:15), ( 50:30:20). Product analysis includes chemical analysis of water content, acid insoluble ash content, and protein content as well as sensory and hedonic quality tests as a determinant of selected products. The selected treatment was then subjected to further chemical analysis including calcium levels and beta-carotene levels. Data analysis and research used (ANOVA) with Duncan's further test with a 95% confidence interval. The results showed that the selected crackers were treated with a ratio of wheat flour: campolay flour: anchovy flour (70:20:10) with a quality that did not smell of campolay flour, smelled of anchovy rice flour, had a yellow color, had a textured crunchy and salty taste. Crackers had a moisture content of 4,89%, acid insoluble ash content of 0,11% and protein content of 13,28%, an average calcium content value of 4339,19 mg/100g and an average value of beta-carotene content of 1,015 mg/kg

Nutrient Content and in Vitro Digestibility of Apple Pomace Derived from Three Different Apple Cultivars

This study focused on evaluating the nutritional characteristics and in vitro true digestibility of apple pomace derived from three apple cultivars: Golden Delicious, Starking, and Granny Smith (Malus domestica Borkh). These apple cultivars were sourced from the local market in Nigde, Turkiye. Statistical analyses, including one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Duncan's test, were employed to assess variations among the apple pomace samples. Results indicated that, except for in vitro true digestibility, there were no significant variations in the chemical composition and total phenolic matter contents among the apple pomaces (P>0.05). However, Granny Smith apple pomace exhibited distinct features, such as higher neutral detergent fiber content (29.80%), elevated crude protein levels (5.09%) and substantial acid detergent fiber (25.30%) values. In contrast, Starking apple pomace displayed superior air-dry matter (27.24%), while Golden Delicious showcased enhanced dry matter (95.3%) and ash content (2.00%). Regarding total phenolic matter contents, Granny Smith excelled with 112.4 mg GAE/100g, outperforming Starking (103 mg GAE/100g) and Golden Delicious (75.8 mg GAE/100g). Crucially, Starking demonstrated superior in vitro true digestibility, with values reaching 92.36% (as received) and 92.23% (dry matter). Granny Smith, in comparison to Golden Delicious and Starking, displayed significantly different neutral detergent fiber digestibility (P<0.05). Starking apple pomace exhibit the highest overall digestibility among the apple pomaces analysed in this study, hence recommended for use in ruminant nutrition. These findings have implications for the potential utilization of apple pomace in diverse applications, given the diverse nutritional profiles of these cultivars.

The Influence Of Corn Flour Substitution On The Quality Of Dry Noodles

The use of corn flour contains various essential components such as a source of plant-based vitamin A, also known as beta-carotene content, essential fatty acids, protein, carbohydrates, and high dietary fiber. However, the utilization of local corn flour is not maximized in the food industry, as it is mainly focused on supplying animal feed, even though corn is one of Indonesia's staple commodities in supporting the national food security program. The use of corn flour can replace synthetic coloring agents with a natural yellow color obtained from the use of local corn flour derived from the beta-carotene pigment contained in corn. This research aims to analyze the influence of substituting corn flour by 0% (X0), 20% (X1), and 40% (X2) on the quality of dry noodles in terms of color, aroma, texture, and taste. The research design used was a pure experiment with a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) method. The data used were obtained directly from three limited panelists using the organoleptic evaluation format for the quality of dry noodles with corn flour substitution. The collected data were then tabulated in table format, and an Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was conducted. If the analysis of variance shows Fcount > Ftable, then Duncan's test was carried out. The results of the research indicate a significant influence of corn flour substitution at 0% (X0), 20% (X1), and 40% (X2) on the quality of color (pale yellow), and texture (chewy). The best result was observed at the 20% substitution level (X1) with a 20% substitution of corn flour from the total amount of wheat flour used.

The Effect of Using Different Types of Ginger on the Quality of Dadak Beef Randang

This research aims to analyze the effect of using different types of ginger on the quality of meat rendang, based on the differences in the types of ginger and the chemical composition contained in red ginger, emprit ginger and elephant ginger. And people tend to use ground ginger so that the type and quality of ginger that has been finely ground is not known. The aim of this research is to examine differences in the quality of randang meat in terms of shape, color, aroma, texture and taste. This type of research is a pure experiment with the aim of revealing the influence and differences between three different variables. The research design used was a completely randomized design (CRD). Data was obtained from 3 expert panelists, using an organoleptic test format, then the data was analyzed using a variance analysis test. If the ANOVA results show that Fcount is greater than Ftable, then the Duncan test is carried out. The results of the study revealed that there was no significant effect on the use of different types of ginger on the quality of the meat rendang, including the quality of the shape, color, aroma, texture and taste of the randang. From this statement, it can be concluded that H0 is accepted, namely the type of ginger does not affect the quality of the dadak randang because Fcount < Ftable.

Pengaruh Penambahan Ampas Tahu Dan Keong Mas (<i>Pomacea canaliculata</i>) Pada Ratro Pellet Komersil Terhadap Pertumbuhan Ikan Lele (C<i>larias gariepinus</i>)

The need for fish food is one of the essentials that can determine the level of success of the fish growth and development process. This research aims to analyze the effect of a combination of pelleted feed and animal feed on the growth and survival of catfish (Clarias gariepinus). The research was carried out for 60 days, at the Mataram University fish production and reproduction laboratory using an experimental method with a completely randomized design (CRD) consisting of 5 treatments and 3 replications, namely: A: 100% commercial feed (control), B: Fish Pellets 50% + Golden Snail 25% + Tofu Dregs 25%, C: Fish Pellets 25% + Golden Snails 50% + Tofu Dregs 25, D: Fish Pellets 25% + Golden Snails 25% + Tofu Dregs 50% and E: Fish Pellets 34% + Keong Mas 33% + Tofu dregs 33%. Test parameters include absolute weight, absolute length, specific weight growth rate, specific length growth rate, feed conversion ratio, feed utilization efficiency and survival and water quality. Data were analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and continued with the Duncan test. The results of this study showed that the best growth and survival of catfish was found in the treatment with 34% commercial feed, 33% golden snails and 33% tofu dregs (P4) with an absolute weight of 15.09 g, an absolute length of 7.05 cm , the specific weight growth rate was 3.86%/day, the length growth rate was 1.3%/day, the feed conversion ratio was 1.18, the feed efficiency rate was 85.91% and the survival rate was 73.33%. The proximate test results showed that the highest content was found in the treatment given 25% commercial feed, 50% golden snails and 25% tofu dregs (P2) with a dry content of 36.39%, crude fiber 10.86% and crude protein 31.48%. 

Analyisis Of The Effect Of Using Spice Boiled Water On The Quality Of Donuts

This research is motivated by innovation in the use of spices in liquid form which are used as liquid ingredients in making donuts. The aim of this research is to analyze the effect of using 10gr 3gr 3gr, 13gr 6gr 6gr, 15gr 9gr 9gr,15gr 10gr 10gr spices (cinnamon, anise, cloves) on the quality of donuts in terms of aroma and taste. This type of research is an experiment with a completely randomized design (CRD) method and one repetition. The data source in this research was obtained from 3 expert panelists, namely lecturers at the Department of Family Welfare Science, Culinary Education Concentration, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality, Padang State University. The tool used to collect data was a questionnaire containing questions about the quality of the donuts. Data were analyzed using ANOVA, if Fcount ≥ Ftable then continued with the Duncan test. The results of the research showed that there was a significant effect of using boiled spice water between 10gr cinnamon, 3gr anise, 3gr cloves (X1), 13gr cinnamon, 6gr anise, 6gr cloves (X2), 15gr cinnamon, 9gr anise, 9gr cloves (X3), 15gr cinnamon, 10gr anise, 10g cloves (X4) on the quality of the donuts, namely the quality of the aroma typical spices and typical spice taste. The best quality test results for spiced donuts were in treatment X4 with the use of spices of 15g cinnamon, 10g anise and 10g cloves..

The Effect Of White Sweet Potato On The Quality Of Snow’s Cookies

This research is motivated by the increasing consumption of wheat, where wheat comes from imported wheat. To reduce dependence on wheat, local food ingredients such as white sweet potatoes can be used. Utilizing local food can create new innovations in snow white cookies using white sweet potatoes, as well as increasing public knowledge of the use of local food ingredients. This research aims to analyze the effect of white sweet potato substitution of 15%, 30% and 45% on the quality of Snow’s cookies including shape, color, aroma, texture and taste. This type of research is a pure experiment (true experiment) with a completely randomized design method with one factor. The type of data is primary data sourced from 3 expert panelists who filled in the organoleptic test format. The data obtained were tabulated in table form and analysis of variance (ANOVA) was carried out, if significantly different, continued with the Duncan test. The results of the research showed that there was a significant effect between the substitution of white sweet potato at 15%, 30% and 45% on the texture and taste quality of the Snow’s cookies. Based on statistical tests, the data obtained Fcount (13.60) > Ftable (4.76) on the quality of the crumbly textureand Fcount (12.25) > Ftable (4.76) on the quality of the typical taste of white sweet potatoes, then continued with the test Duncan. The quality test results for the best white sweet potato snow’s cookies were found in the X3 treatment with 45% white sweet potato substitution. 

The Effect Of Substituting Butterfly Pea Extract As A Natural Dye In Mochi Production

Mochi is a traditional Japanese food made from glutinous rice flour with a sweet taste and a distinctive soft texture that turns chewy when eaten. Mochi is typically round in shape, filled with peanut paste, and coated with roasted cornstarch. In Indonesia, mochi has various variations, one of which involves modifying the mochi's outer layer by adding food coloring to the dough. As time progresses, people have become more aware of the negative effects of synthetic ingredients, leading consumers to shift towards using natural food colorings. Butterfly pea flowers are one alternative source of natural food coloring. These flowers contain anthocyanin compounds that can produce a blue color. The use of butterfly pea flowers does not affect the taste of food products since it only contains anthocyanins. The purpose of this study is to analyze the quality of mochi with the addition of butterfly pea flower extract. The research method employed is a pure experiment, using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with three repetitions. Data was collected by surveying a limited group of panelists, who are Family Welfare Science lecturers with a concentration in Culinary Arts at the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality, Universitas Negeri Padang. Data was analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and if F-value > F-table, then the Duncan test was conducted. The research results indicate a significant effect on color quality. However, the shape (neat and uniform), aroma, texture, and taste did not show a significant effect. The highest overall scores were as follows: neat shape 3.11 (X1), uniform shape 3.11 (X1), blue color 3.44 (X1), pleasant aroma 3.33 (X0), chewy texture 3.67 (X1), and sweet taste 3.33 (X1). The best result in this study was treatment (X1) with a 50% substitution of butterfly pea flower extract. 

The Effect Of Adding Carboxy Methyl Cellulose (Cmc) On The Characteristics Of Orange Sweet Potato Jam

This Study aims to analyze the effect of addition Carboxy Methyl Cellulose (CMC) as much as 0%, 0.5%, 1%, 1.5% and 2% on the quality of color, aroma, soft texture, easy to spread texture and taste of orange sweet potato jam. This type of research is a pure experiment using a Completely Randomized Design method consisting of 5 treatments and 3 repetitions. To analyze the quality of orange sweet potato jam, an organoleptic test was carried out involving 3 expert panelists. The data obtained was then tabulated and continued with ANOVA. If F count > F table then proceed with the Duncan test. The results of this research show that the addition of CMC has an effect on the quality of the soft texture and the texture is easy to spread. Meanwhile, the quality of color, aroma and taste has no effect. The results of data analysis obtained the highest overall achievement scores, namely color 3.67 (2%), aroma 3.67 (2%), easy to spread texture 4.00 (2%), soft texture 4.00 (2%), and taste 4.00 (2%). The best quality test results for orange sweet potato jam with the addition of CMC were in treatment X4 with the addition of 2% CMC. 

Organoleptic Testing Of The Use Of Purple Sweet Potato Flour On The Quality Of Cookies

Cookies are dry cakes made from soft dough with a high fat content that are relatively crispy when broken and the cross-section of the pieces has a dense texture, made from a mixture of wheat flour, refined sugar, margarine, meizena flour and powdered milk. Purple sweet potatoes are more focused on developing flour and starch because the color of the flour produced is more like purple sweet potato flour, and purple sweet potatoes tend to be more fragrant and have a distinctive taste of purple sweet potatoes. So purple sweet potato flour can be used in making cookies. This research aims to analyze the effect of using 15%, 40% and 45% purple sweet potato flour on the quality of the shape, color, aroma, texture and taste of the cookies produced. This type of research is a pure experiment using a Completely Randomized Design method. The data used is primary data obtained directly from 3 expert panelists by filling in the organoleptic test format for the quality of cookies with the effect of using purple sweet potato flour. The data obtained was then tabulated in table form and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was carried out, if Fh>Ft then continued with the Duncan Test. The results of the research showed that there was a significant effect of using 15%, 40%, and 45% purple sweet potato flour on the quality of color (purple), aroma (fragrant purple sweet potato), and sweetness (sweet taste and distinctive taste of sweet potato). The best results from the cookie quality test using purple sweet potato flour were 45%.

Substitution Of Potato Flour In Mangkok Cake Making

This research aims to analyze the effect of potato starch substitution on the quality of cupcakes by adding 20%, 40% and 60% potato starch. This type of research is pure experimental research with a completely randomized design (CRD) method consisting of 4 treatments and 3 repetitions. The object of this research is cupcakes with potato starch substitution of 20%, 40%, 60% for the quality of the cupcakes. The data collection technique for this research was carried out using organoleptic tests given to 5 expert panelists, namely lecturers in Family Welfare Science, Padang State University. The independent variable in this research is potato flour. The dependent variable of this research is the quality of the cupcakes produced including shape, color, aroma, texture and taste. The data analysis technique used is Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) to analyze organoleptic test data. The data that has been obtained is then tabulated in table form and analyzed according to each data test. Then data analysis is carried out, if the data obtained by Fcount is greater than Ftable then proceed with the Duncan test. The results of this research show that there is a real influence on the quality of texture and taste of cupcakes, while there is no significant difference in the quality of shape, aroma and color. It can be concluded that the best quality test results for potato flour cupcakes were in treatment (X3) with 40% potato starch substitution. 

Production of vinegar from waste fruits using <i>Acetobacter</i> species

Vinegar is an organic substance that contains about 5% acetic acid and is made from the oxidative fermentation of alcohol by acetic acid  bacteria. The aim of this study was to produce vinegar from the juices of waste fruits. Proximate and physicochemical analysis was  carried out on the juices of orange, sugarcane, tomato, and pineapple using standard techniques. Twenty-one (21) species of acetic acid  bacteria were isolated and identified using glucose-yeast-Calciumcarbonate (GYC) agar. The juices were fermented for 7 days using  Saccharomyces cerevisiae, and subsequently, for 28 days, four alcohol-tolerant Acetobacterspecies were selected and inoculated into the  fermenting media. The produced vinegar was sensory evaluated, following a nine-point hedonic scale. The antibacterial and antifungal  effects of the vinegar were tested on fresh cabbage at various contact times (0, 5, and 10 min) and concentrations (5, 10, and 15 % v/v).  The physicochemical parameters analyzed in fermentation using S. cerevisiae showed a decrease in pH, specific gravity, and brix, while  the percentage of alcohol content increased. As the fermentation using Acetobacter species progressed, pH further decreased, titratable  acidity increased in a range of 6.6-7.7%, and specific gravity also decreased while specific gravity increased in Acetic acid fermentation.  Sensory evaluation showed a score range of 5.7–6.8 for pungency, 6.8–7.4 for appearance, 6.4–7.9 for aroma, 5.8–7.4 for taste, and 6.9–7.9  for acceptability. The best results for bacterial and fungal loads 5 on cabbage were at a concentration of 15% at 10 min. Drastic reduction  of bacterial load was from 2.07×10 to 4 4 3 2.7×10 CFU/g, while fungal load reduced from 4.9×10 to 6.7× 10 CFU/g. To evaluate  significance, an ANOVA was performed (p<0.05) and Duncan's test was used for multiple comparisons. Vinegar was successfully tested to  be effective as an antimicrobial agent. Future research should look into process optimization, strain improvement, and the adoption of  agro-allied wastes for biotechnology.

Effect Of Tamarillo (Solanum Betaceum Cav.) Addition On Physical And Chemical Characteristics Of Yoghurt Produced

Yoghurt is one of the milk-based fermented products, adding fruit juice to yoghurt is part of product innovation, expected to improve quality and consumer liking. This study aims to determine the effect and level of addition of tamarillo juice (Solanum betaceum Cav.) on the characteristics of yoghurt produced. This study used a complete randomized design (CRD) method with 5 treatments and 3 replicates. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Duncan's New Multiple Range Test (DNMRT) at the 5% level.  The treatment in this study was the addition of tamarillo juice as much as 0% (A), 5% (B), 10% (C), 15% (D), 20% (E). The results showed that the addition of tamarillo juice to yoghurt had a significant effect on viscosity, color, fat content, ash content, total solids, total lactic acid, and Organoleptic test (color, aroma, taste and consistency), but had no significant effect on protein content, pH value and total lactic acid bacteria. The best formulation was in treatment E (addition of 20% tamarillo juice) with an average viscosity value of 13.03 Cp; color 83.73 oHue (Yellow red); protein content 4.11%; fat content 3.29%; ash content 0.59%; total solids 19.17%; total lactic acid 1.04%; pH value 4.52; total lactic acid bacteria 2.3x109CFU/g ; color 4.3 (like); aroma 4.25 (like); taste 4.15 (like) and consistency 4.25 (like).

Effects of Red Bean Flour Substitution (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) On making sweet Kue Simping On Physical Quality And Consumer Acceptability

This study investigates the potential of red bean flour substitution in enhancing the physical quality and acceptability of sweet Kue Simping, a traditional Indonesian snack. Conducted at the Pastry and Bakery Processing Laboratory of the Culinary Education Program, State University of Jakarta, from February 2022 to January 2024, the research employed an experimental approach. Sweet Kue Simping cakes were substituted with red bean flour at varying percentages of 5%, 10%, and 15%, and evaluated by 30 moderately trained panelists. Statistical analyses, including the Friedman test, revealed no significant effect of red bean flour substitution on the acceptability of sweet Kue Simping in terms of various sensory attributes. However, physical quality tests using ANOVA demonstrated a significant influence of red bean flour substitution on the diameter of sweet Kue Simping. Duncan's test further confirmed notable differences among the treatments. The study recommends utilizing a 5% substitution of red bean flour to develop sweet Kue Simping, offering a novel approach to diversify traditional snacks and potentially reduce reliance on tapioca flour. Furthermore, data collection and analysis techniques were meticulously applied to ensure replicability and comprehensive interpretation of the research findings.

Effect of docosahexaenoic acid and olive oil supplementation on pup weight in alcohol-exposed pregnant rats.

Low birth weight has been observed in offspring of alcoholic mothers due likely to unresolved inflammation and oxidative injury. Dietary lipids play a role in inflammation and its resolution. The primary objective was to investigate the effect of DHA and olive oil on the birth weight of pups born to alcohol-exposed dams. Pregnant rats were randomized to the control or three treatment (alcohol) groups. From gestational days (GD) 8-19, the control group received daily olive oil and malto/dextrose, whereas groups 2 and 3 received olive oil and low-dose alcohol or high-dose alcohol, respectively. Group 4 received daily DHA and high-dose alcohol. The dam's blood was collected on GD 15 and 20 for cytokine analysis. Dams were sacrificed on GD 20. The mean birth weight of pups was compared by one-way ANOVA with post hoc Duncan's test. There was a significant increase in the pups' mean birth weight in the high-dose alcohol/DHA and high-dose alcohol/olive oil. Higher pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-1β and IL-12p70) were noted in the alcohol-exposed dams. DHA and olive oil supplementation in alcohol-exposed pregnant rats significantly increased their pups' birth weight despite having high pro-inflammatory cytokines. The mechanism of this effect remains to be determined.

Physical Quality of Tomato Powder (Lycopersicum Esculentum Mill.) Produced by Foam-Mat Drying Method Using Convection Oven

Tomatoes (Lycopersicum esculentumMill.) have a fairly low shelf life, therefore further processing is needed to increase the shelf life and economic value of tomatoes, one of which is by processing it into tomato powder. The purpose of this study was to determine the physical quality of tomato powder produced from foam drying in a convection oven at different temperature variations and concentrations of Tween 80. This research method used a completely randomized design with two treatment variables, namely temperature and concentration of foaming agent Tween 80. The temperatures used were 60, 70, and 80°C while the concentration of Tween 80 used was 0.4; 0.7; and 1.0%. Data analysis used a two-way ANOVA test followed by the Duncan test and correlation test. The physical quality parameters of tomato powder showed values of the fineness modulus ranging from 1.19 – 1.77; the grain size value ranges from 0.0094 – 0.0141 mm; powder moisture content values range from 5.36 – 6.48%bb; L values range from 76.20 – 79.01; a value ranges from 12.51 – 14.81; b values range from 18.21 – 21.73; bulk density values range from 0.56 – 0.63 g/cm3; oil absorption value ranges from 0.85 – 0.89 ml/g; angle of repose values range from 33.65 – 36.09°. The temperature difference affects the fineness modulus, grain size, and moisture content. While the difference in the concentration of Tween 80 affects the color parameters (L, a, b), bulk density, and angle of repose. Keywords: Drying, Foaming agent, Physical Quality, Temperature, Tomatoes.