Excited to eat the dragon fruit yogurt? Or should I say a dragon fruit flavored yogurt. The latter is more correct cause there is no way the lactic acid bacteria would ferment the dragon fruit juice and puree. It is … Continue reading
A moisture analyzer. Buy it and it will do the bulk of moisture analysis task for you. Several years ago, this one was acquired for over 100,000 pesos. Do you find it expensive? May it is several thousands cheaper now! … Continue reading
Years of work outside laboratory environment seemed made me clueless about many simple laboratory terms and methods. I think I have forgotten many important rules and protocols. I feel that I am not fit for this kind of work anymore. … Continue reading
While reviewing one of the laboratory analytical procedures, I am jotting down some important notes. I am trying to make it shorter and easier for me to understand. The popular method for measuring food protein content is by Kjeldahl procedure. … Continue reading
I am going to conduct an array of Kjeldahl Nitrogen and Moisture Determination activities. I am downloading and reading methods recommended by different organizations. I have gotten more than five procedures each of the same type but still looking for … Continue reading
These method is useful for routine drying where the moisture content of product is crucial. Laboratory moisture analysis is costly and time consuming. On the other hand, moisture content of sample can be approximated using weighing scale and a piece … Continue reading
Water activity ( aw) is the term for the amount of free (not chemically or physically bound) water, which is available for the growth of microorganisms. This information is particularly important, as higher amounts of free water favour the growth … Continue reading