Last year, the low-sugar products are noticeable in the American market of beverages. In the condiment list of those new products, cane sugar is removed while many low carbohydrates take its place. Those low carbohydr...Last year, the low-sugar products are noticeable in the American market of beverages. In the condiment list of those new products, cane sugar is removed while many low carbohydrates take its place. Those low carbohydrates are mainly used to produce beery products and other beveragestargeted towards adults. After the American new federal regulations and laws took effect, the promotional methods of beery products were modified. The hard drinks and wines are forbidden from being propagated toward the youth younger than 21. As a result, the healthy beverages are becoming popular.展开更多
For deep purification of As(V)from drinking water by adsorption,two adsorbents S-FeOOH and S-MnO_(2) were successfully synthesized by loading FeOOH and MnO_(2) nanoparticles onto silica gel in situ.Characterization of...For deep purification of As(V)from drinking water by adsorption,two adsorbents S-FeOOH and S-MnO_(2) were successfully synthesized by loading FeOOH and MnO_(2) nanoparticles onto silica gel in situ.Characterization of the adsorbents implied that S-FeOOH and S-MnO_(2) with large particle size(diameter of 150−250μm)still had high specific surface areas(357.0 and 334.6 m^(2)/g)due to their specific amorphous and porous structure.In batch experiments,the influences of pH,contact time,adsorbent dosage,and temperature on the adsorption were investigated.Comparing with other adsorbents reported,the synthesized adsorbents in this study,especially S-FeOOH,showed good performance for As(V)removal in a wide pH(2−12)and temperature(25−65℃)range.The residual As(V)concentration after S-FeOOH treatment was around 0.01 mg/L,which met the drinking water standard.The adsorption process followed the pseudo-second-order kinetic model,and the adsorption equilibrium was reached within 5 min.The equilibrium adsorption data of S-FeOOH can be well fitted by the Langmuir isotherm,while that of S-MnO_(2) followed Freundlich model,which indicated their different adsorption mechanisms.The results show that S-FeOOH is superior to S-MnO_(2) in eliminating As(V),and S-FeOOH could be used as a promising adsorbent for the deep purification of As(V)in drinking water.展开更多
While living in the century of crisis (of energy and water), more focus should be given on renewable energy. Since Kosovo is more limited in hydro-energy resources than the neighboring countries, it is essential to ...While living in the century of crisis (of energy and water), more focus should be given on renewable energy. Since Kosovo is more limited in hydro-energy resources than the neighboring countries, it is essential to study them and put to use more efficiently. Subject of this study is Istog spring as it is the most important spring of Mokra Gora together with Vrella and White Drino. The spring is analyzed as a complex resource on water economy providing: fish (trout), potable water, water for irrigation and hydro-energy (currently not in function). The focus of the study remains the hydro-energetic component, not just a revitalization process but as an upgrade of the existing facility to increase the capacity by 2-3 times. This study is based on information selection and processing regarding detailed technical and economic analysis providing a method for other springs that will be studied in the future. Two technical solutions to the problem are provided as the best economical and technical solution. Solution I has one level and a calculated flow of 7.5 m^3/s and consists generally of renovation works on existing facilities; Solution 2 plans the construction of another level 3 m lower than the existing one, increasing so both the hydro-power capacity and implementation cost for the project Both solutions provide little to no impact on the spring main attributes. The valley ecology will not be influenced because the water after HPP (Hydro Power Plant) will be flowing in its own bed. After this study, Istog spring will be more attractive to donors and will contribute in improvement of energetic structure in Kosovo that for the time being is poor in hydro component.展开更多
The access to safe drinking-water is a global priority for sustainable development, as it has been recognized within the MDGs (Millennium Development Goals). Although the MDG’s target of halving the proportion of p...The access to safe drinking-water is a global priority for sustainable development, as it has been recognized within the MDGs (Millennium Development Goals). Although the MDG’s target of halving the proportion of people without sustainable access to safe drinking-water was met in 2010, the measurement method of the monitoring and evaluation indicator used ignored certain elements including the quality of water that should be underlined. Starting with a review of drinking-water and improved water source concepts, this study examines the limitations of measuring access to safe drinking-water in the context of the MDGs, and learns from the lessons to ensure a better performance in achieving the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals).展开更多
A laboratory experiment was undertaken in Soil Science Division of BRRI (Bangladesh Rice Research Institute) during 2010 to assess the quality of industrial effluents and city waste as a source of irrigation water f...A laboratory experiment was undertaken in Soil Science Division of BRRI (Bangladesh Rice Research Institute) during 2010 to assess the quality of industrial effluents and city waste as a source of irrigation water for agriculture. The treatments of the studies were the effluents of five different industrial sources like polyvinyl, dyeing, pharmaceuticals, beverage, tannery, mixed waste water (contaminated with effluents from many industries), CWW (city waste water) and underground water as control. The industrial effluents, MWW (mixed waste water), CWW and control water were tested for electrical conductivity, pH, and soluble ions such as Na^+, Ca^2+, Mg^2+, K^+, HCO3-, CO3^2-, NH4^+-N and H2PO4^-. Micronutrients (Fe, Mn, Cu and Zn) and heavy metals (As, Pb, Cd, Cr and Ni) were analyzed from the samples. Beverage industry effluent showed acidic reaction, while the other industrial effluents showed alkaline reaction (pH 7.25-9.07). Pharmaceutical, dyeing and tannery effluents showed EC of 3.40, 4.30 and 9.49 dS m^-1, respectively, compared to 0.54 dSm^-1 of the control. All the effluents except polyvinyl and beverage effluents and CWW recorded higher carbonate and bicarbonate content than that of control. Industrial effluents and CWW were higher in micronutrient content as compared to control. Dyeing, pharmaceutical and tannery effluents contained 2.51, 3.94 and 4.29 mg L^-1 lead, 0.15, 0.14 and 0.38 mg L^-1 chromium and 0.25, 0.24 and 0.16 mg L^-1 nickel, respectively which might be concemed for health hazard through food chain.展开更多
Xylopia aethiopica dried fruits (gains of selim) as an additive in starter broilers production was investigated. For this purpose, a total of 195-day old broiler chicks (Arbor acres) were randomly allocated into f...Xylopia aethiopica dried fruits (gains of selim) as an additive in starter broilers production was investigated. For this purpose, a total of 195-day old broiler chicks (Arbor acres) were randomly allocated into five treatments groups with 39 chicks and three replicates of 13 chicks in each. Blended grains of selim was given through drinking water on treatments T2, T3, T4 and T5 at concentrations of 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 and 1,0 g/L, while chicks on treatment T1 (control) received antibiotics (Doxy-gen 20/20 WSP: Doxycycline hyclate 200 mg and Gentamicine sulfate 200 mg) at 0.3 g/L of water. All the experimental chicks were fed ad libitum with diet containing 23% crude protein and 2,851.55 kcal/kg metabolizable energy for 28 d. The results revealed that there were similarities (P 〉 0.05) in final body weight, total weight gain, daily weight gain, total feed intake, daily feed intake and feed conversion ratio among the treatments. There were significant (P 〈 0.05) differences in the microbial count of faeces before the birds received antibiotics and grains of selim, but count were similar (P 〉 0.05) after grains of selim and antibiotics were administered. Cost of total feed consumed, cost of per kg feed and cost of per kg weight were significantly (P 〈 0.05) higher in treatment T1, but cost differential and relative cost benefit were similar (P 〉 0.05). Results indicate that grains of selim have antimicrobial and anthelminthic properties, and promote growth in broiler chickens.展开更多
Sugar beet tops including leaves and crown harvested and chopped into 3-6 cm, mixed with sugar cane pulp and sugar cane molasses (about 5% of the total mass) to provide a mixture contained 30-35 percent dry mater. A...Sugar beet tops including leaves and crown harvested and chopped into 3-6 cm, mixed with sugar cane pulp and sugar cane molasses (about 5% of the total mass) to provide a mixture contained 30-35 percent dry mater. After two months of ensiling, the silage was evaluated and used in the ration of lactating buffaloes. A Latin square experiment in a changeover design, with three periods of time, each with 20 days for adaptation and 10 days for recording data, was conducted in which 15 multiparous lactating buffloes were used in three similar groups, each with five animals. The prepared silage was included in the diet of lactating buffaloes where a control diet (A) was compared with treatment diets contained 25% (B) and 50% (C) silage (DM basis) respectively. Milk yield was recorded, sampled and analysed for fat, protein, solid not-fat and total solids-content. The maximum daily rough milk yield per animal was obtained on diet C while minimum on diet A (P 〈 0.05). Similar trends were observed for 4% fat corrected milk, and 3.5% fat corrected milk that were significantly different between the treatments (P 〈 0.05). The percentage of crude fat and daily fat yield per animal were significantly (P 〈 0.05) higher in treatment C comparing to A and B. An increasingly trend of milk and fat yield was observed when the animals received silage contained diets but statistically it was significant only for the diets contained 50% silage. In addition, the fat percentage was significantly (P 〈 0.05) increased when the buffaloes received diet containing 50% silage. The highest (P 〈 0.05) amount of protein and total solid yield obtained, when the animals received high (50%) silage diet.展开更多
Introduction: Bread is a food full of flavors and nutrients and continues to be the basis of our daily diet. Aim: The aim of this review was the investigation of bread's usefulness in our daily dietary chain and he...Introduction: Bread is a food full of flavors and nutrients and continues to be the basis of our daily diet. Aim: The aim of this review was the investigation of bread's usefulness in our daily dietary chain and health in general. Material-Method: Extensive review of the recent literature was conducted in electronic databases (Medline, Scopus, and Google Scholar) through the Association of Hellenic Academic Libraries (HEAL-Link) using the appropriate key words: bread, health, disease as well as a combination of them. Results: Bread is an excellent source of complex carbohydrates that provide the body with the energy needed. Although bread is a basic food of everyday human nutrition, it is implicated in a variety of situations that burden the human body, such as obesity. However, this happens only when it is consumed in very large quantities and when it is part of an unbalanced diet. Conclusions: Bread, when is consumed in balanced quantities can give the body plenty of nutrients essential for its good function.展开更多
文摘Last year, the low-sugar products are noticeable in the American market of beverages. In the condiment list of those new products, cane sugar is removed while many low carbohydrates take its place. Those low carbohydrates are mainly used to produce beery products and other beveragestargeted towards adults. After the American new federal regulations and laws took effect, the promotional methods of beery products were modified. The hard drinks and wines are forbidden from being propagated toward the youth younger than 21. As a result, the healthy beverages are becoming popular.
基金Projects(2019YFC0408305,2018YFC1901601)supported by the National Key Scientific Research of ChinaProject(2018CX036)supported by the Innovation-Driven Plan of Central South University,ChinaProject(2018TP1002)supported by the Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Clean and Efficient Utilization of Strategic Calcium-Containing Mineral Resources,China。
文摘For deep purification of As(V)from drinking water by adsorption,two adsorbents S-FeOOH and S-MnO_(2) were successfully synthesized by loading FeOOH and MnO_(2) nanoparticles onto silica gel in situ.Characterization of the adsorbents implied that S-FeOOH and S-MnO_(2) with large particle size(diameter of 150−250μm)still had high specific surface areas(357.0 and 334.6 m^(2)/g)due to their specific amorphous and porous structure.In batch experiments,the influences of pH,contact time,adsorbent dosage,and temperature on the adsorption were investigated.Comparing with other adsorbents reported,the synthesized adsorbents in this study,especially S-FeOOH,showed good performance for As(V)removal in a wide pH(2−12)and temperature(25−65℃)range.The residual As(V)concentration after S-FeOOH treatment was around 0.01 mg/L,which met the drinking water standard.The adsorption process followed the pseudo-second-order kinetic model,and the adsorption equilibrium was reached within 5 min.The equilibrium adsorption data of S-FeOOH can be well fitted by the Langmuir isotherm,while that of S-MnO_(2) followed Freundlich model,which indicated their different adsorption mechanisms.The results show that S-FeOOH is superior to S-MnO_(2) in eliminating As(V),and S-FeOOH could be used as a promising adsorbent for the deep purification of As(V)in drinking water.
文摘While living in the century of crisis (of energy and water), more focus should be given on renewable energy. Since Kosovo is more limited in hydro-energy resources than the neighboring countries, it is essential to study them and put to use more efficiently. Subject of this study is Istog spring as it is the most important spring of Mokra Gora together with Vrella and White Drino. The spring is analyzed as a complex resource on water economy providing: fish (trout), potable water, water for irrigation and hydro-energy (currently not in function). The focus of the study remains the hydro-energetic component, not just a revitalization process but as an upgrade of the existing facility to increase the capacity by 2-3 times. This study is based on information selection and processing regarding detailed technical and economic analysis providing a method for other springs that will be studied in the future. Two technical solutions to the problem are provided as the best economical and technical solution. Solution I has one level and a calculated flow of 7.5 m^3/s and consists generally of renovation works on existing facilities; Solution 2 plans the construction of another level 3 m lower than the existing one, increasing so both the hydro-power capacity and implementation cost for the project Both solutions provide little to no impact on the spring main attributes. The valley ecology will not be influenced because the water after HPP (Hydro Power Plant) will be flowing in its own bed. After this study, Istog spring will be more attractive to donors and will contribute in improvement of energetic structure in Kosovo that for the time being is poor in hydro component.
文摘The access to safe drinking-water is a global priority for sustainable development, as it has been recognized within the MDGs (Millennium Development Goals). Although the MDG’s target of halving the proportion of people without sustainable access to safe drinking-water was met in 2010, the measurement method of the monitoring and evaluation indicator used ignored certain elements including the quality of water that should be underlined. Starting with a review of drinking-water and improved water source concepts, this study examines the limitations of measuring access to safe drinking-water in the context of the MDGs, and learns from the lessons to ensure a better performance in achieving the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals).
文摘A laboratory experiment was undertaken in Soil Science Division of BRRI (Bangladesh Rice Research Institute) during 2010 to assess the quality of industrial effluents and city waste as a source of irrigation water for agriculture. The treatments of the studies were the effluents of five different industrial sources like polyvinyl, dyeing, pharmaceuticals, beverage, tannery, mixed waste water (contaminated with effluents from many industries), CWW (city waste water) and underground water as control. The industrial effluents, MWW (mixed waste water), CWW and control water were tested for electrical conductivity, pH, and soluble ions such as Na^+, Ca^2+, Mg^2+, K^+, HCO3-, CO3^2-, NH4^+-N and H2PO4^-. Micronutrients (Fe, Mn, Cu and Zn) and heavy metals (As, Pb, Cd, Cr and Ni) were analyzed from the samples. Beverage industry effluent showed acidic reaction, while the other industrial effluents showed alkaline reaction (pH 7.25-9.07). Pharmaceutical, dyeing and tannery effluents showed EC of 3.40, 4.30 and 9.49 dS m^-1, respectively, compared to 0.54 dSm^-1 of the control. All the effluents except polyvinyl and beverage effluents and CWW recorded higher carbonate and bicarbonate content than that of control. Industrial effluents and CWW were higher in micronutrient content as compared to control. Dyeing, pharmaceutical and tannery effluents contained 2.51, 3.94 and 4.29 mg L^-1 lead, 0.15, 0.14 and 0.38 mg L^-1 chromium and 0.25, 0.24 and 0.16 mg L^-1 nickel, respectively which might be concemed for health hazard through food chain.
文摘Xylopia aethiopica dried fruits (gains of selim) as an additive in starter broilers production was investigated. For this purpose, a total of 195-day old broiler chicks (Arbor acres) were randomly allocated into five treatments groups with 39 chicks and three replicates of 13 chicks in each. Blended grains of selim was given through drinking water on treatments T2, T3, T4 and T5 at concentrations of 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 and 1,0 g/L, while chicks on treatment T1 (control) received antibiotics (Doxy-gen 20/20 WSP: Doxycycline hyclate 200 mg and Gentamicine sulfate 200 mg) at 0.3 g/L of water. All the experimental chicks were fed ad libitum with diet containing 23% crude protein and 2,851.55 kcal/kg metabolizable energy for 28 d. The results revealed that there were similarities (P 〉 0.05) in final body weight, total weight gain, daily weight gain, total feed intake, daily feed intake and feed conversion ratio among the treatments. There were significant (P 〈 0.05) differences in the microbial count of faeces before the birds received antibiotics and grains of selim, but count were similar (P 〉 0.05) after grains of selim and antibiotics were administered. Cost of total feed consumed, cost of per kg feed and cost of per kg weight were significantly (P 〈 0.05) higher in treatment T1, but cost differential and relative cost benefit were similar (P 〉 0.05). Results indicate that grains of selim have antimicrobial and anthelminthic properties, and promote growth in broiler chickens.
文摘Sugar beet tops including leaves and crown harvested and chopped into 3-6 cm, mixed with sugar cane pulp and sugar cane molasses (about 5% of the total mass) to provide a mixture contained 30-35 percent dry mater. After two months of ensiling, the silage was evaluated and used in the ration of lactating buffaloes. A Latin square experiment in a changeover design, with three periods of time, each with 20 days for adaptation and 10 days for recording data, was conducted in which 15 multiparous lactating buffloes were used in three similar groups, each with five animals. The prepared silage was included in the diet of lactating buffaloes where a control diet (A) was compared with treatment diets contained 25% (B) and 50% (C) silage (DM basis) respectively. Milk yield was recorded, sampled and analysed for fat, protein, solid not-fat and total solids-content. The maximum daily rough milk yield per animal was obtained on diet C while minimum on diet A (P 〈 0.05). Similar trends were observed for 4% fat corrected milk, and 3.5% fat corrected milk that were significantly different between the treatments (P 〈 0.05). The percentage of crude fat and daily fat yield per animal were significantly (P 〈 0.05) higher in treatment C comparing to A and B. An increasingly trend of milk and fat yield was observed when the animals received silage contained diets but statistically it was significant only for the diets contained 50% silage. In addition, the fat percentage was significantly (P 〈 0.05) increased when the buffaloes received diet containing 50% silage. The highest (P 〈 0.05) amount of protein and total solid yield obtained, when the animals received high (50%) silage diet.
文摘Introduction: Bread is a food full of flavors and nutrients and continues to be the basis of our daily diet. Aim: The aim of this review was the investigation of bread's usefulness in our daily dietary chain and health in general. Material-Method: Extensive review of the recent literature was conducted in electronic databases (Medline, Scopus, and Google Scholar) through the Association of Hellenic Academic Libraries (HEAL-Link) using the appropriate key words: bread, health, disease as well as a combination of them. Results: Bread is an excellent source of complex carbohydrates that provide the body with the energy needed. Although bread is a basic food of everyday human nutrition, it is implicated in a variety of situations that burden the human body, such as obesity. However, this happens only when it is consumed in very large quantities and when it is part of an unbalanced diet. Conclusions: Bread, when is consumed in balanced quantities can give the body plenty of nutrients essential for its good function.