Quality assessment profile of Jatropha curcas (L) seed oil from Nigeria

This study investigated the nutritional and chemical properties of Jatropha curcas (L) seed oil from Abia State, Nigeria using standard analytical methods. Proximate composition results show it is rich in protein (29.4%), carbohydrate (16.89%) and fat (46.89%). Low concentrations of phytonutrients w...

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Main Author: Nor Fathihah binti Mamat
Other Authors: Ugbogu, A. E.
Format: Journal
Published: International Food Research Journal, Universiti Putra Malaysia 2014
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Online Access:http://www.myjurnal.my/public/article-view.php?id=78517