Research Article

Chemical Composition, Physicochemical Characteristics, and Nutritional Value of Lannea kerstingii Seeds and Seed Oil

Table 1

Proximate and mineral compositions of Lannea kerstingii seeds.

Components (g/100 g)Values

Moisture3.61 ± 0.28
Proteins26.39 ± 0.39
Crude fats57.85 ± 1.64
Carbohydrates10.07 ± 2.85
Ash2.08 ± 0.79

Minerals (mg/kg)Values

Potassium674.18 ± 27.18
Magnesium317.15 ± 10.59
Calcium78.33 ± 4.52
Zinc6.34 ± 0.08
Iron4.46 ± 0.05
Sodium2.48 ± 0.28

Mean values ± standard deviation for .