Title of article :
Proximate, Mineral and Antinutrient Contents of Cocoyam (Xanthosoma sagittifolium (L.) Schott) from Ethiopia
Author/Authors :
Wada, Eyasu Department of Biology - College of Natural Sciences - Wolaita Sodo University - P.O. Box 138 - Wolaita Sodo, Ethiopia , Feyissa, Tileye Institute of Biotechnology - College of Natural Sciences - Addis Ababa University - P.O. Box 1176 - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia , Tesfaye, Kassahun Institute of Biotechnology - College of Natural Sciences - Addis Ababa University - P.O. Box 1176 - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Abstract :
this study provided important information about the nutritional composition of cocoyam from Ethiopia, which can help to develop cocoyam food products and to promote production and utilization of cocoyam by encouraging its sustainable use. More detailed analyses including processing and sensory testing are suggested for further investigation in order to obtain healthful and comfortable cocoyam products.
Keywords :
Proximate , Mineral , Antinutrient Contents , Cocoyam , Xanthosoma sagittifolium (L.) Schott , Ethiopia
Journal title :
International Journal of Food Science
