Future of Food: Journal on Food

Study of Physicochemical and Functional Characteristics of Calcium and Magnesium Enriched Apple Juice

ASMA LIAQUAT
Department of Chemistry, University of Engineering and Technology Lahore 54890, Pakistan
ARJUMAND IQBAL DURRANI
Department of Chemistry, University of Engineering and Technology Lahore 54890, Pakistan
AMJID IQBAL
Department of Food Sciences and Human Nutrition, Qassim University, PO Box 6622, Buraidah, 51452, Qassim, Saudi Arabia

This study investigates the biofortification of apple juice with calcium and magnesium using eggshells and almonds as natural sources. Addressing the global issue of micronutrient deficiencies, our research offers a sustainable and economical solution. We fortified apple juice with essential minerals and conducted physicochemical analyses, confirming significant increases in calcium and magnesium content. The fortified juice showed enhanced antimicrobial activity and increased antioxidant capacity. Sensory evaluation indicated no significant difference in consumer acceptability between fortified and non-fortified juice. This approach not only improves nutritional value but also utilizes eggshell waste, aligning with sustainable development goals. The findings suggest that biofortified apple juice could be an effective strategy for combating micronutrient malnutrition and promoting public health. Further research is needed to explore long-term effects and consumer acceptance on a larger scale.

Keywords : Biofortification ,Apple Juice ,Micronutrient ,Deficiencies ,Eggshell Calcium ,Almond Magnesium ,Antioxidant Activity .

Myanmar High School Students’ Perceptions of College and International Readiness in Western Society

Mark Speckien
Louisiana Tech University
Mark Speckien
Louisiana Tech University
International students are more likely to experience mental health issues and increased stress. Mental health is often surrounded by negative societal stigmas that act as barriers to seeking support and tend to lead to greater mental health concerns. International students tend to seek socioemotional support from other international student peers rather than seeking out counseling services. However, this study shows that LGBTQIA+ international students were less likely to seek socioemotional support from other international student peers due to fear of their sexual orientation being discovered and their families finding out about their identity. This study examines how LGBTQIA+ international students talk about their experiences on and off campus in relations to their socioemotional well-being. Specifically, this study sought to better understand the complexities of LGBTQIA+ students’ identities, and the challenges they faced in terms of their socioemotional well-being. Implications for practice and future research are discussed.
Keywords : international students, socioemotional well-being, mental health, identity development, intersectionality, LGBTQIA