Optimizing Nutrient and Antioxidant Retention in Solanecio biafrae Leaves: Comparative Impact of Common Cooking Methods

نویسندگان

1 Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Human Nutrition and Dietetics Department, Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria

2 Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Human Nutrition and Dietetics Department, Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria

3 Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Human Nutrition and Dietetics Department, Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria

doi
10.18502/jfqhc.13.1.21382
چکیده

Background: Solanecio biafrae (Bologi) is a nutrient-rich leafy vegetable widely consumed in Nigeria for its dietary and therapeutic benefits. However, domestic cooking methods may alter its nutritional and functional properties. Methods: Fresh S. biafrae leaves were collected in June 2024 from local farms in Osun State, Nigeria. Leaves were subjected to ...