Nutrient composition of Dioclea reflexa seed : An underutilized edible legume

The nutrient composition of dehusked Dioclea reflexa seed was studied. Results of proximate composition indicated a low moisture content (10.02 ± 0.27%) and high crude protein content (44.43 ± 0.45%). Ash, crude fat, crude fibre and carbohydrate content were 3.07 ± 0.05, 1459 ± 0.36, 0.98 ± 0.02 and 26.91 ± 0.18% respectively. Nutritionally valuable mineral analysis showed that D. reflexa is rich in potassium and phosphorus (496.20 ± 0.50 and...