Table 1.
Composition and nutrient content (per 100 g plant) of the Moringa oleifera seeds powder.
| Parameter | Amount |
|---|---|
| Moisture (g) | 8 |
| Crude protein (g) | 36 |
| Crude fat(g) | 37.2 |
| Carbohydrate (g) | 7.9 |
| Fiber (g) | 3.1 |
| Ash (g) | 14.2 |
| Calcium (mg) | 45 |
| Magnesium (mg) | 598 |
| Phosphorus (mg) | 73 |
| Potassium (mg) | 7 |
| Copper (mg) | 4.2 |
| Iron (mg) | 2 |
| Sulfur (mg) | 0.05 |
| Vitamin E (mg) | 766 |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 6.5 |
| Total amino acids(g) | 20.2 |
| PUFA (mg) | 73 |
Values in the table are those provided by the manufacturer (Agricultural Research Center, Giza, Egypt). PUFA—polyunsaturated fatty acids (linoleic, linolenic, and oleic acid).