Fish Powder Research Articles

Sensory panel results of a dried fish powder supplement among caregivers and young children in Zambia.

To evaluate the acceptability of traditional Zambian dishes fortified with Complementary Food for Africa+Dried Fish Powder (ComFA+Fish), a locally sourced protein/micronutrient blend designed to impact nutrient deficiencies among infants and young children (IYC) and improve pregnancy and birth outcomes among women of reproductive age (WRA). During two sensory panels, caregivers evaluated: (1) the acceptability of four ComFA+Fish dishes for household consumption, including fortified chibwabwa fisashi, savory Kapenta chutney, fortified complementary maize porridge and fortified bean-vegetable soup and (2) whether their IYC found the fortified complementary maize porridge acceptable. Lake Kariba, Southern Province, Zambia. Women of reproductive age (n 42) and their IYC aged 6-11 months (n 16) and 12-23 months (n 26) were recruited from fishing villages in Gwembe, Siavonga and Sinazongwe District. A majority of caregivers extremely liked/liked the: (1) fortified chibwabwa fisashi's sensory attributes (94·7 %), convenience (92·8 %) and overall acceptability (100 %); (2) savory Kapenta chutney's sensory attributes (81·8 %), convenience (92·8 %) and overall acceptability (100 %); (3) fortified complementary porridge's sensory attributes (83·5 %), convenience (90·5 %) and overall acceptability (88·1 %) and (4) fortified bean-vegetable soup's sensory attributes (66·8 %), convenience (87·5 %) and overall acceptability (87·5 %). Further, a majority of caregivers evaluated the fortified complementary porridge as highly acceptable to their IYC. Results suggest that ComFA+Fish is strategically well placed to fill nutritional gaps among IYC and WRA in Zambia and has the potential to be scaled across sub-Saharan Africa.

Quality Evaluation of Fish Powder Developed from Labeo bata, a Minor Carp of Assam

Quality Evaluation of Fish Powder Developed from Labeo bata, a Minor Carp of Assam

The Effect of Sea Fish Powder on Development and Growth of Fetal Teeth Mice

Growth and development occur in human teeth, which have experienced growth and development since pregnancy. Teeth are formed from two types of cells: oral epithelial cells, which form the enamel organ, and dental papilla, which produce dentine and pulp. Pregnant women who lack nutrition will impact the growth and development of the fetus, including the teeth. Nutrition is an essential component of dental and oral health. The nutrients needed for dental and oral health are calcium, fluorine, phosphorus, and vitamin D. This study aims to determine the effect of sea fish powder on the development and growth of the fetal toothing parent mice. This research used a true experimental design with a post-test-only control design. Pregnant mice were divided into two groups: the control group, which was given distilled water, and the treatment group, which was given seafish powder. The mouse fetuses were taken at 18 days of gestation, and dentition was observed between the control and treatment groups. Histological preparations of the fetal teeth were observed using hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining. Fetuses of mice in the treatment group showed tooth development conditions in the early bell stage, while fetuses in the control group showed the initiation stage. There were differences in the growth and development phase of the fetus in mice in the control group and the treatment group given sea fish powder. Providing sea fish powder can accelerate the process of odontogenesis in mouse fetuses.

KANDUNGAN MIKROBA PADA PENYEDAP MADIDIHANG

Yellowfin tuna flavoring is processed from yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacores) into fish powder. Natural flavoring is attractive and very useful for reducing MSG intake, which is nutritious and safe for public consumption. If this product is in powder form, if it is stored for a long time, it may experience changes in microbiological quality. The purpose of this study was to determine the microbial content of Yellowfin Yellowfin Flavor (Thunnus albacores). This research was conducted at the Food Technology Science Laboratory, Department of Nutrition, Ministry of Health Polytechnic and Laboratory of PT. Saraswanti Indo Genetech, Bogor. The results of this study indicated that the microbial content of salmonella sp. in the simplo and duplo tests was negative, meaning that the sample did not detect salmonella sp. and the content of mold in yellowfin flavoring after 6 months of storage is classified as very low, namely <10 colonies/gram. It was concluded that this product is safe from salmonella sp negative and mold after 6 months of storage.

Nutritional Contribution of Awaous sp Small Indigeneous Fish Powder Important for the First 1000 Days of Life

Research facts prove that small-sized fish are essential nutrition during the first 1000 days of life. Central Sulawesi Province has an endemic small-sized marine fish species locally known as duo or penja fish (Awaous sp), which has not been studied for its bio-mineral content. This study aimed to analyze the moisture, ash, protein, calcium, iron, and zinc content in Awaous sp protein flour. This research was a descriptive laboratory study conducted at the Ilmu Bahan Makanan Laboratory Department of Nutrition Poltekkes Kemenkes Palu and PT. Saraswanti Indo Genetech Laboratory, Bogor, West Java, from January to September 2023. The sampling technique used purposive sampling, which involved purchasing fish from the local market in Palu city. Awaous sp protein flour had a moisture, ash, protein, Ca, Fe, and Zn content of 3.89%, 9.71%, 73.53%, 2316.88 mg/100g, 24.54 mg/100g, and 8.97 mg/100g, respectively. The contribution per serving of 145 grams of Awaous sp fish flour met the nutritional requirements (Recommended Dietary Allowances - RDA) for protein, Ca, Fe, and Zn per person per day for infants aged 6-11 months, children aged 1-3 years, pregnant women, and lactating women. Awaous sp protein flour had higher protein and Fe content compared to other small fish and had the potential to meet RDA requirements. Therefore, consuming Awaous sp protein flour as part of the daily diet can be a suitable strategy to address nutritional deficiencies during the first 1000 days of life for residents in Central Sulawesi.

Insights into the engineering parameters and Ca-peptide chelation of whole fish: Chemistry, structure and in vitro digestibility characteristics

This research studied the engineering parameters of fish bone powder (FBP) and whole fish powder (WFP) and compared their nutritional and structural properties to fish meat powder in order to evaluate if FBP and WFP might be utilized as a food in the future. For FBP and WFP, the parameters used were rotation speed, milling gap, and sample: water, whereas milling speed, time, and powder: medium, respectively. According to the findings, the primary variables that enhanced stress intensity (SI) and stress number (SN), leading to particle sizes of 10 and 5 μm for WFP and FBP, respectively, were milling time, colloidal gap and sample: media. The FBP had significantly (P < 0.05) higher values of zeta potential (ζ) than the FBP. The phenomenon of Ca-peptide chelation in WFP was observed by peaks at 1548 and 3302 cm−1 (FTIR spectra) compared to that FBP and fish meat. The Ca bioavailability and protein digestibility of WFP were significantly (P < 0.05) higher (40 and 80%) than those of FBP (35 and 70%), most likely due to Ca-peptide chelation. The increased protein bioavailability was also demonstrated by WFP having significantly (P < 0.05) more essential amino acids (41.30%) than FBP (33.9%). The technoeconomic analysis revealed that, when land and equipment costs are excluded, the cost of WFP is less than that of fish flesh powder, and its yield (18–22%) is higher. The findings suggest the feasibility of adding WFP in food products with improved structural and in vitro digestibility characteristics.

Development of Food-Luring Baited Traps for Solenopsis invicta (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) Monitoring in the Field in Southern China

Solenopsis invicta Buren (Hymenoptera: Formicidae), a red imported fire ant that originated from South America, is a worldwide invasive pest. This study investigated the efficacy of the newly designed baited trap to detect red imported fire ants, Solenopsis invicta Buren, under field conditions in China. Among the five food lures tested for red imported fire ants, the ants preferred ham sausage and fish powder, followed by mixed powder (50% fish powder + 50% black soldier fly powder) and black soldier fly powder. These lures were compared to sugar water (control) to determine their efficacy in trapping red imported fire ants. Field data revealed that the ham sausage powder trap was more efficient than the fish powder trap based on its ability to trap more red imported fire ants under field conditions and ease of use. Thus, it was concluded that the baited traps are efficient for longterm red imported fire ants monitoring.

Enhancement of nutritional quality and shelf life of fish products (powder & chapatti) via fortifying with orange-fleshed sweet potato.

Despite its high protein, fat, and mineral contents, fish contains trace amounts of carbohydrates and vitamins, notably vitamin A. The perishable nature of fresh fish makes it challenging to store for a prolonged time, necessitating the use of additives to enhance its shelf life, nutritional, and other quality aspects. Sweet potatoes are the preferred option to blend with fish due to their cost and abundance. This study aims to prepare fortified fish powder and make food products (chapatti) using it. Fish powder and sweet potato powder were prepared by drying them in an oven at 60°C and 45°C, respectively. The two dried samples were then ground and mixed in various ratios, followed by analyzing their nutritional and other parameters using standard methods. Vitamin A and beta-carotene levels were analyzed using HPLC and UV-Vis spectroscopy techniques, respectively. The findings indicated that the outcomes displayed enhanced nutrition and extended storage capacity. The amount of beta-carotene (876.12 ± 14.76 to 3182.4 ± 123.1 μg/100 g) and carbohydrates (4.49 ± 1.02 to 52.31 ± 0.21) increased. The packed fortified flour is safe for human consumption for up to 90 days, as per the International Commission for Microbiological Specifications for Foods. The chapatti made from fortified flour was also deemed acceptable by the panelists.

Physico-Chemical and Sensory Evaluation of Maize-Pigeon Pea Based Complementary Foods Fortified with Milk and Fish powder

Undernutrition among young children during the complementary feeding is high. Quality cereallegume based complementary food fortified with fish or milk would contribute towards reduction of undernutrition in young children. There is need for information on the animal source food that confers the best nutritional value on cereal-legume based complementary foods. This study assessed the physicochemical and sensory characteristics of maize-pigeon pea based complementary foods fortified with either milk or fish. Two complementary foods fortified with milk (COMPIM) and fish (COMPIF), were formulated from germinated maize, fermented pigeon pea, carrot and date powder using NutriSurvey application. The formulated diets were evaluated for nutrients, anti-nutrients, functional and sensory properties using standard methods and compared with commercial complementary food (CCF) and maize gruel (HCF). Data was analysed using Analysis of variance (ANOVA) and significant means were separated via Duncan’s multiple range test at p&lt;0.05. COMPIF AND COMPIM were comparable in nutrient contents except in beta-carotene, lysine and methionine. Both formulated diets compared favourably with the commercial complementary food in crude protein, ash and moisture contents but had significantly (p&lt;0.05) lower calcium and iron values. COMPIF had the highest lysine (0.57%) and methionine (0.21%) contents as well as lower anti-nutrients content compared to COMPIM. COMPIF had lower Water Absorption Capacity (WAC) and viscosity than COMPIM (86.67 mg/100 g; 9.50 ml/s vs 93.75%; 13.30 ml/s). COMPIM was rated higher than COMPIF in terms of taste, aroma and overall acceptability. The maize-pigeon pea complementary food fortified with fish was better than the one fortified with milk in terms of beta-carotene, lysine, methionine, functional and anti-nutritional properties but was less accepted. Further work is needed to improve the organoleptic properties of complementary foods fortified with fish.

Amelogenin and alkaline phosphatase expression in ameloblast after saltwater fish consumption in pregnant mice (Mus musculus)

Background: The intricate process of tooth formation during embryonic development ensures sufficient nutrition for the growth of healthy dental tissues. Amelogenin and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) are serine proteinases secreted by the ameloblast during the transition and maturation phases of the amelogenesis process. Consumption of saltwater fish is predicted to increase the expression of amelogenin and ALP in ameloblast cells during tooth formation. Only now have the function of each gene, tooth-forming cells, and the proteins they produce in the biomolecular amelogenesis of tooth enamel, which began during prenatal development, been clarified. Purpose: This study aims to determine how saltwater fish powder affects the ability of mother mice to increase the expression of amelogenin and ALP in cell ameloblast. Methods: Using a completely randomized design, this study was experimental and aimed to examine the effects of sardine (Sardinella fimbriata), splendid ponyfish (Leiognathus splendens), and tuna (Euthynnus affinis) powder. As samples, twenty-four female mice (Mus musculus) were used. Two groups of mice were created: group 1 (2.14 mg/0.5 ml) and the control group. The expression of amelogenin and ALP was determined using immunohistochemistry (IHC) and t-test (p0.05). Results: Expression of ameloblast was significantly different between the treatment and control groups (p0.05). Conclusion: The consumption of saltwater fish reduces the amelogenin and ALP expressions of mouse fetal ameloblast cells during tooth development in vivo.

Fish Consumption Improved Head Circumference and Mid-Upper Arm Circumference among Infants in Zambia: A Randomised Controlled Trial

Fish is a good source of Animal Source Proteins (ASP). Families from low-income countries with limited access to other animal source proteins can utilize it to improve the nutrition status of infants and young children. The objective of the study was to assess if fish fed during the early complementary feeding period had an effect on improved head circumference (HC) and mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) among infants aged 6–7 months. A randomised controlled trial was conducted from April 2019 to January 2020 in the Samfya district, Luapula Province, Zambia. The infants (238) were randomised to either the fish group (intervention) or the sorghum group (control). Every week for a period of 6 months, infants received seven sachets of fish powder and sorghum powder, respectively. Compliance was also monitored during the fish powder distribution. The head circumference measurements were conducted at baseline and once each follow-up month for a period of six months while the MUAC measurements were conducted twice (at baseline and endline). Using statistical software for data science (STATA) (version 16), a linear mixed effect model was used to analyse the data. The results showed that fish improved head circumference for age z score (HCZ) by 0.53 (95% CI: 0.23–0.82), p-value &lt; 0.001, and MUAC by 0.36 (95% CI: 0.13–0.59) p-value &lt; 0.002. Therefore, fish can be used as the main source of protein in complementary foods for infants and young children in low-income communities with limited access to meat.

The Effect of Concentration of Skipjack Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) Powder and Drying Time on The Chemical Characteristics of Purple Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas L) Tortilla Chips

The Effect of Concentration of Skipjack Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) Powder and Drying Time on The Chemical Characteristics of Purple Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas L) Tortilla Chips

Nutritional Profile of Fish Powder Made from Tuna By-Products: Establishment and Evaluation

Nutritional Profile of Fish Powder Made from Tuna By-Products: Establishment and Evaluation

Macro and Micro Mineral Composition of Haruan Fish (Channa striata) in Banjar District, South Kalimantan

Minerals have an essential role in the human body. Information about the mineral content of haruan fish in Banjar Regency is very limited. This research aimed to determine the mineral compound of haruan fish originally from ponds in Banjar Regency. Pond-sourced fish samples were processed until they became powders. The ash compound of haruan fish powder was calculated using the gravimetric method. The mineral compound was analyzed using an XRF spectrometer. Wild haruan fish contained 98.85% macro minerals, with the mineral composition of 14.4% P (10.2 mg/kg), 19.9% Ca (19,9 mg/kg), 60.6% K (42.5 mg/kg), and 0.85% S (0.6 mg/kg). Farmed haruan fish contained 94,76% macro minerals, consisting of 15.6% P (12.9 mg/kg), 17.2% Ca (14.3 mg/kg), 61.1% K (50.8 mg/kg), and 0.86% S (0.7 mg/kg). Wild haruan contained 3.51% micro minerals, consisting of 4.44% Fe (3.7 mg/kg), 0.10% Cu (0.08 mg/kg), and 0.22% Zn (0.18 mg/kg). Farmed haruan contained 4.76% micro minerals, consisting of 4.44% Fe (3.7 mg/kg), 0.10% Cu (0.08 mg/kg), and 0.22% Zn (0.18 mg/kg). Wild haruan fish contained 0.56% trace element, 0.46% Rb (0.32 mg/kg), and 0.1% Re (0.07 mg/kg). Farmed haruan fish contained 0.42% trace element, 0.34% Rb (0.28 mg/kg), and 0.08% Re (0.06 mg/kg).

The Potential of Several Wild Invasive Fish Species as Fish-Based Organic Fertilizers on the Growth of Two Common Vegetables in Malaysia

Three common invasive fish species in Malaysia, Peacock Bass (Cichla ocellaris), Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) and Algae Suckermouth Catfish (Hypostomus plecostomus) were assessed for their efficacy as potential fish powder fertilizers. These invasive fish species were known to disturb the stability of lentic and lotic aquatic ecosystems in Malaysia, especially O. niloticus and H. plecostomus, altering aquatic habitats and food webs to be unsuitable for survival of indigenous fish species, while C. ocellaris becoming active aggressive predators on indigenous fish species, overall reducing indigenous fish species diversity. Plant primary macronutrient traces showed that C. ocellaris fish powder fertilizer recorded the highest Nitrogen (N) element percentage (15.81 ± 0.43 N %w/w) and trace Potassium (K) element (28,909.15 ± 32.56 K mg/kg), while H. plecostomus fish powder fertilizer recorded the highest trace Phosphorus (P) element (30,562.09 ± 197.11 P mg/kg). Plant secondary macronutrient traces showed that C. ocellaris fish powder fertilizer recorded the highest trace Magnesium (Mg) element (1496.66 ± 3.99 Mg mg/kg), while H. plecostomus fish powder fertilizer recorded the highest trace Calcium (Ca) element (6984.48 ± 26.20 Ca mg/kg). Two vegetable species tested for their growths, the water spinach (Ipomoea aquatica) and the spinach (Spinacia oleracea), showed that C. ocellaris fish powder fertilizer recorded the highest heights (263.74 ± 12.29 mm, 166.35 ± 9.46 mm), the widest leaf width (14.82 ± 0.66 mm, 21.08 ± 1.53 mm), and the widest stalk width (3.06 ± 0.10 mm, 2.89 ± 0.17 mm), respectively, comparable to the NPK 15:15:15 compound fertilizer, followed by H. plecostomus and O. niloticus fish powder fertilizers. C. ocellaris as predatory invasive fish species with the highest Mg concentration and moderate Ca concentrations, was especially suitable for the growth of both semi-aquatic and terrestrial vegetables grown on low Mg concentration soils.

Suppression of Meloiodogyne incognita (Tylenchida: Heteroderidae) and Tylenchulus semipenterans (Tylenchida: Tylenchulidae) using Tilapia fish powder and plant growth promoting rhizobacteria in vivo and in vitro

Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) in particular those belonging to the genera Meloidogyne and Tylenchulus are a limiting factor in the production of many plants. In this research, we investigate a strategy for the control of PPNs in vivo and in vitro. The purpose of this research is to evaluate different concentrations of Tilapia fish powder (TFP) and of (in the form of BECTO Grow Roots®) against egg hatching and second-stage juveniles of Meloiodogyne incognita (Tylenchida: Heteroderidae) under laboratory condition. We also assessed the effect of TFP and on M. incognita and Tylenchulus semipenterans (Tylenchida: Tylenchulidae) reproduction. Our data showed that the percentage of egg hatching inhibition ranged from 8.03 to 53.21% and 42.25 to 75.12% after five days of treatment at different concentrations of TFP and PGPR, respectively compared with the control. The percentage of M. incognita J2 mortality increase significantly (p ≤ 0.05) from 52.1 to 86.7 and 44.6 to 92.3% after seven days of treatment at different concentrations of TFP and PGPR, respectively compared with control. Under greenhouse conditions, a remarkable (p ≤ 0.05) increase in plant growth parameters was observed in cucumber plants that received TFP and In the field experiment, the highest reduction of T. semipeneterans density was TFP + PGPR This holds both for healthy and infected trees. Healthy navel orange (HNO) + PGPR + TFP achieved maximum enhancement in orange weight/tree compared to other treatments. Our study recommended TFP and PGPR not only because of their potential against nematodes, but also because of their safety for humans, mammals and non-target organisms.

Does drying preserve the nutritional quality of small freshwater fish without excessive concentrations of heavy metals?

The potential of drying to preserve the nutritional quality of a small freshwater fish Henicorhynchus siamensis was assessed. Drying time to reach moisture content and water activity of 10 g/100g and 0.65 ranged from 55 h at 50 °C to 20 h at 80 °C, respectively. Dried fish powder is rich in macronutrients (protein, lipid and ash) and essential minerals (calcium, phosphorus, iron and zinc) due to water removal and despite lipid loss. It is still rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids although docosahexaenoic acid was reduced except at 60°C. Vitamin A was rapidly degraded and manganese was concentrated at high level. However, mean score for the nutritional adequacy of the 15 nutrients (SAIN) and score of nutrients to limit (LIM) show that the fish powder can be used as a food ingredient for example in the formulation of fish snack or instant soup. With the abundance of Henicorhynchus siamensis, dried fish powder from this species could contribute to food security in Cambodia, especially vulnerable people in rural areas.

Effects of Incorporating Coconut Cake or Palm Kernel Cake in Piglet Fattening

In C&#244te d’Ivoire, coconut and palm cultivation are very developed. Industrial utilization of these crops fruits is generated some under products that can be used in breeding. The aim of this study was to test the potentialities in the breeding of cattle-cake of coconut and cattle-cake of palm kernel when they are incorporated in diets of piglet fattening. 18 piglets teamed up into three homogenous groups (three males castrate and three females) were used. The control group was fed a diet made with 55% of maize + 10% of bran maize + 25% fish powder + 4% of ash + 3% of salt. The test 1 group called diet ESSAI 1 was fed a mixture of 70% of the control diet and 30% of cattle-cake of coconut. The test 2 group called diet ESSAI 2 was fed with a mixture of 70% of the control diet and 30% of cattle-cake of palm kernel. The analysis made showed that the two cattle-cake are nutritiously rich and their incorporation in diets at degree of 30% of the total diet induced growth performance similar to that obtained with the control diet. Animals of each group were in good health and diets EASSAI 1 and ESSAI 2 were cheaper than the control diet. Then, cattle-cake of coconut and cattle-cake of palm kernel can be recommended as part of the diet of piglet (about 30%) in order to enhance profit with the same growth performance.

Dietary diversity and nutritional status of children aged 6–59 months from rural fishing and non-fishing communities in Zambia

Low-quality complementary foods combined with inappropriate feeding practices put children under the age of five in developing countries at high risk for undernutrition. This study explored dietary diversity, fish consumption patterns and nutritional status of children in Luapula, a rural province in Zambia, where households rely on capture fisheries for their livelihoods. In the cross-sectional study, households with children aged 6–59 months were enrolled in the study. A semi-structured questionnaire was utilised to collect socioeconomic characteristics, dietary intake and anthropometric data. Descriptive statistics and bivariate associations were conducted. 23% of children aged 6–23 months met the minimum dietary diversity. About 49% and 41% of the children were fed on fresh small pelagic fish and large dried fish once to twice a week, respectively. Imbilya (Serranochromis mellandi), Chisense (Poecilothrissa moeruensis), and amatuku (Tilapia sparrmanii) were the most preferred fish species due to their availability and affordability. Only 3.5% of children consumed porridge to which fish powder had been added. There was a significant difference in the height for age z scores of children in the two communities (χ2= 12.404; p = 0.002, d.f = 2). Low dietary diversity was observed across the fishing and non-fishing communities and less than half of the children consumed fish despite proximity of the study sites to one of the largest water bodies in Zambia. Better nutrition outcomes were observed among children in capture fisheries dependent households. Nutrition education in growth monitoring and promotion centres should address the issue of adequacy of diets with regard to frequency and diversity.

Utilization of Biang Fish (Ilisha elongata) as Raw Material for Flavoring Powder

The prickly fish is a marine fish with a flat body, many fine spines, a flavorful texture, and a delicious and savory taste. This study aims to analyze several formulations of fish meat to determine the chemical composition of the fish-based flavoring powder and other composite materials. The processing ingredients for the flavoring powder are fish meal (60-80%), onion flour, garlic flour, salt, sugar, white pepper powder, and turmeric powder. The research approach includes the manufacture of fish seasoning flavoring powder with various treatments, including control treatment (without fish, F0), the use of 60% prickly fish powder (F1), 70% prickly fish powder (F2), and 80% prickly fish powder (F3). The best results showed that the formulation was 70% fish meal with 35g shallot flour, 25g garlic flour, 30g salt, 6g sugar, 2g white pepper powder, and 2g turmeric powder. Characteristics of the quality of the product of the fish-based flavoring powder have a moisture of 3.61%, protein content of 38.49%, a fat of 3.75%, an ash content of 20.72%, a carbohydrates content of 33.43%, a salt content (NaCl) of 31.43%. This research shows that prickly fish has a high potential to be used as a natural flavoring product as a substitute for MSG in food products.