Abstract
In order to solve global food security and provide sustainable nutritional supplies, it is imperative that underused plant species be explored. In order to assess the nutritional potential of Sterculia setigera seeds, the study examine the proximate and amino acid composition. The seeds have 8.13% moisture, 26.45% crude protein, 10.87% crude fat, 3.26% crude fiber, 3.72% ash, and 25.46% carbohydrates, according to proximate analysis. Amino acid profiling revealed the presence of all essential amino acids, with cysteine, phenylalanine and threonine being main contributors. The abundance of non-essential amino acids, such as aspartic and glutamic acid, improved the nutritional value and functionality of the seed proteins. According to the findings, Sterculia setigera seeds are a promising source high-quality protein and energy source that can be used in food and feed applications.
Keywords
Amino Acid Profiles, Nutritional Potential, Proximate Analysis, Sterculia Setigera Seed.
Citations
IRE Journals:
Ajayi Shakirat Bashir, Abah Moses, Akpa-Onyeabor Nnennaya Precious "Analysis of Proximate and Amino Acid Profiles of Sterculia Setigera (Karaya Gum Tree) Seed" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 8 2026 Page 1603-1611 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I8-1714680
IEEE:
Ajayi Shakirat Bashir, Abah Moses, Akpa-Onyeabor Nnennaya Precious
"Analysis of Proximate and Amino Acid Profiles of Sterculia Setigera (Karaya Gum Tree) Seed" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(8) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I8-1714680
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