2021 Journal Article Effect of freeze drying and simulated gastrointestinal digestion on phenolic metabolites and antioxidant property of the Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa)Seke, Faith, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Shoko, Tinotenda, Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Effect of freeze drying and simulated gastrointestinal digestion on phenolic metabolites and antioxidant property of the Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa). Foods, 10 (6) 1420, 1-18. doi: 10.3390/foods10061420 |
2021 Journal Article Changes in antinutrients, phenolics, antioxidant activities and in vitro α-glucosidase inhibitory activity in pumpkin leaves (Cucurbita moschata) during different domestic cooking methodsMashitoa, Florence M., Manhivi, Vimbainashe, Slabbert, Retha M., Shai, Jerry L. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Changes in antinutrients, phenolics, antioxidant activities and in vitro α-glucosidase inhibitory activity in pumpkin leaves (Cucurbita moschata) during different domestic cooking methods. Food Science and Biotechnology, 30 (6), 793-800. doi: 10.1007/s10068-021-00916-w |
2021 Journal Article Influence of Fermentation of Pasteurised Papaya Puree with Different Lactic Acid Bacterial Strains on Quality and Bioaccessibility of Phenolic Compounds during In Vitro DigestionMashitoa, Florence M., Akinola, Stephen A., Manhevi, Vimbainashe E., Garcia, Cyrielle, Remize, Fabienne, Slabbert, Retha. M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Influence of Fermentation of Pasteurised Papaya Puree with Different Lactic Acid Bacterial Strains on Quality and Bioaccessibility of Phenolic Compounds during In Vitro Digestion. Foods, 10 (5) 962, 1-20. doi: 10.3390/foods10050962 |
2021 Journal Article Impact of household cooking techniques on colour, antioxidant and sensory properties of African pumpkin and pumpkin leavesMashiane, Petunia, Mashitoa, Florence M., Slabbert, Retha M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Impact of household cooking techniques on colour, antioxidant and sensory properties of African pumpkin and pumpkin leaves. International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science, 23 100307, 1-7. doi: 10.1016/j.ijgfs.2021.100307 |
2020 Journal Article Impact of household cooking techniques on African nightshade and Chinese cabbage on phenolic compounds, antinutrients, in vitro antioxidant, and β-glucosidase cctivityManaga, Millicent G., Shai, Jerry, Thi Phan, Anh Dao, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Impact of household cooking techniques on African nightshade and Chinese cabbage on phenolic compounds, antinutrients, in vitro antioxidant, and β-glucosidase cctivity. Frontiers in Nutrition, 7 580550, 580550. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2020.580550 |
2020 Journal Article Storage temperature and time changes of phenolic compounds and antioxidant properties of Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa)Mphaphuli, Tshudufhadzo, Slabbert, Retha M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Storage temperature and time changes of phenolic compounds and antioxidant properties of Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa). Food Bioscience, 38 100772, 1-6. doi: 10.1016/j.fbio.2020.100772 |
2020 Journal Article Phytochemical and nutritional quality changes during irrigation and postharvest processing of the underutilized vegetable African nightshadeSivakumar, Dharini, Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Remize, Fabienne (2020). Phytochemical and nutritional quality changes during irrigation and postharvest processing of the underutilized vegetable African nightshade. Frontiers in Nutrition, 7 576532, 1-12. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2020.576532 |
2020 Journal Article Stimulation of Light-Emitting Diode Treatment on Defence System and Changes in Mesocarp Metabolites of Avocados Cultivars (Hass and Fuerte) during Simulated Market Shelf ConditionsMpai, Semakaleng and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Stimulation of Light-Emitting Diode Treatment on Defence System and Changes in Mesocarp Metabolites of Avocados Cultivars (Hass and Fuerte) during Simulated Market Shelf Conditions. Agronomy, 10 (11) 1654, 1-25. doi: 10.3390/agronomy10111654 |
2020 Journal Article Comparison of phenolic compounds, carotenoids, amino acid composition, in vitro antioxidant and anti-diabetic activities in the leaves of Seven Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) cultivarsMoloto, Mapula R., Phan, Anh Dao T., Shai, Jerry L., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Comparison of phenolic compounds, carotenoids, amino acid composition, in vitro antioxidant and anti-diabetic activities in the leaves of Seven Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) cultivars. Foods, 9 (9) 1285, 1285. doi: 10.3390/foods9091285 |
2020 Journal Article Impact of moist cooking methods on colour, anti-nutritive compounds and phenolic metabolites in African nightshade (Solanum retroflexum Dun.)Managa, Millicent G., Mpai, Semagalene, Remize, Fabienne, Garcia, Cyrielle and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Impact of moist cooking methods on colour, anti-nutritive compounds and phenolic metabolites in African nightshade (Solanum retroflexum Dun.). Food Chemistry, 325 126805, 1-8. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2020.126805 |
2020 Journal Article Effect of Lactic Acid Fermentation on Color, Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity in African NightshadeDegrain, Alexandre, Manhivi, Vimbainashe, Remize, Fabienne, Garcia, Cyrielle and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Effect of Lactic Acid Fermentation on Color, Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity in African Nightshade. Microorganisms, 8 (9) 1324, 1-12. doi: 10.3390/microorganisms8091324 |
2020 Journal Article Influence of growing seasons on metabolic composition, and fruit quality of avocado cultivars at ‘ready-to-eat stage’Mpai, Semakaleng and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Influence of growing seasons on metabolic composition, and fruit quality of avocado cultivars at ‘ready-to-eat stage’. Scientia Horticulturae, 265 109159, 1-13. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.109159 |
2020 Journal Article Enrichment of mango fruit leathers with natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa) improves their phytochemical content and antioxidant propertiesMphaphuli, Tshudufhadzo, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Slabbert, Retha, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Enrichment of mango fruit leathers with natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa) improves their phytochemical content and antioxidant properties. Foods, 9 (4) 431, 431. doi: 10.3390/foods9040431 |
2020 Journal Article Optimisation of O2 and CO2 concentrations to retain quality and prolong shelf life of ‘shelly’ mango fruit using a simplex lattice mixture designNtsoane, Makgafele L., Sivakumar, Dharini and Mahajan, Pramod V. (2020). Optimisation of O2 and CO2 concentrations to retain quality and prolong shelf life of ‘shelly’ mango fruit using a simplex lattice mixture design. Biosystems Engineering, 192, 14-23. doi: 10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2020.01.009 |
2020 Journal Article Effects of different drying methods on untargeted phenolic metabolites, and antioxidant activity in Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis) and nightshade (Solanum retroflexum Dun.)Managa, G. Millicent, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Effects of different drying methods on untargeted phenolic metabolites, and antioxidant activity in Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis) and nightshade (Solanum retroflexum Dun.). Molecules, 25 (6) 1326, 1-23. doi: 10.3390/molecules25061326 |
2020 Journal Article Stomatal conductance, leaf chlorophyll content, growth, and yield of sweet pepper in response to plant growth regulatorsMbandlwa, Noxolo P., Fotouo-M, Helene, Maboko, Martin M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Stomatal conductance, leaf chlorophyll content, growth, and yield of sweet pepper in response to plant growth regulators. International Journal of Vegetable Science, 26 (2), 116-126. doi: 10.1080/19315260.2019.1610925 |
2020 Journal Article Extension of avocado fruit postharvest quality using non-chemical treatmentsMunhuweyi, Karen, Mpai, Semakaleng and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Extension of avocado fruit postharvest quality using non-chemical treatments. Agronomy, 10 (2) 212, 1-21. doi: 10.3390/agronomy10020212 |
2020 Journal Article Preharvest application of naphthalene acetic acid and kelpak® improve postharvest quality and phytonutrient contents of sweet pepperMbandlwa, Noxolo P., Fotouo-M, Helene, Maboko, Martin M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Preharvest application of naphthalene acetic acid and kelpak® improve postharvest quality and phytonutrient contents of sweet pepper. International Journal of Vegetable Science, 26 (1), 3-14. doi: 10.1080/19315260.2019.1570415 |
2020 Journal Article Enhancement of the phytonutrient content of a gluten-free soup using a composite of vegetablesManhivi, Vimbainashe E., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Enhancement of the phytonutrient content of a gluten-free soup using a composite of vegetables. International Journal of Food Properties, 23 (1), 1051-1065. doi: 10.1080/10942912.2020.1778028 |
2019 Journal Article Influence of different types of modified atmosphere packaging films and storage time on quality and bioactive compounds in fresh-cut cauliflowerMashabela, Madonna, Mahajan, Pramod V. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Influence of different types of modified atmosphere packaging films and storage time on quality and bioactive compounds in fresh-cut cauliflower. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 22 100374, 1-8. doi: 10.1016/j.fpsl.2019.100374 |