Chemical qualities of oils from some fresh and market vegetable crops within Kwara State of Nigeria
The potential of Nigeria leading Africa and the world in the area of biofuel and oleochemical production was examined by evaluating the oil yield and chemical qualities of oil extracted from fresh and market sample of some naturally abundant vegetables (Mangifera indica, Prunus dulcis Miller, Ricinnus communis, and Elaeis guineensis) in Nigeria. Moisture, ash, and crude fat composition,...
Published at Biokemistri
Volume 20
Issue 2
Pages 71-75
Published in 2008
Afolabi, Israel Sunmola
Afolabi Israel Sunmola » Prof. Israel Sunmola Afolabi is a Professor of Nutritional Biochemistry and Phytomedicine. He has great passion for cutting edge and ground breaking researches that are focused on solving challenges with direct influence on health of humanity. His current research interest focuses on food quality; spoilage and preservation; and harnessing the nutrients and health benefits of underutilized... view full profile
