Provitamin A Carotenoids, Tocopherols, Ascorbic Acid and Minerals in Indigenous Leafy Vegetables from Tanzania

The essential micronutrients in indigenous leafy vegetables (ILVs) could substantially contribute to the micronutrient supply in rural communities in Tanzania, but concentrations differ between species. Provitamin A carotenoids, tocopherols, ascorbic acid, minerals, and phytate were analysed in 13 d...

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Main Authors: Victoria Flavian Gowele, Joyce Kinabo, Theresia Jumbe, Carolyn Kirschmann, Jan Frank, Wolfgang Stuetz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-01-01
Series:Foods
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/8/1/35