Nutritional Evaluation of Morus nigra and Vitis vinifera

Two dry fruits Morus nigra and Vitis vinifera purchased from local market of Peshawar were analyzed for different nutrients. Proximate analysis, nutritional and anti-nutritional values and mineral compositions were investigated in the dry fruits. The values for moisture, ash, protein, lipids, crude fibers, pectin, carbohydrates and computed calorific values are given in proximate analysis. Among nutritional components, vitamin B2, vitamin C, total phenols and phosphate contents have been determined. In anti-nutritional components, oxalic acid and alkaloids were investigated. The essential trace metal ions were found in given decreasing order i.e. Fe Cu Cr Pb Ni. Both the fruits were proved to be good nutritional source and balanced diet.