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Experimental evaluation of protein content and nutritional quality of selected Indian pulses: Udad (Vigna mungo), Moong (Vigna radiata) and Kulith (Macrotyloma uniflorum)
Authors
Dr. Urmila Sarkar
Abstract
Pulses constitute an
important and economical source of dietary protein in countries where a
predominantly vegetarian diet is followed. In the present work, an experimental
comparison of protein content and nutritional quality was carried out for three
widely consumed Indian pulses, namely Udad (black gram), Moong (green gram) and
Kulith (horse gram). Protein estimation was performed under laboratory
conditions using the Kjeldahl method for crude protein and Lowry’s method for
soluble protein. All analyses were conducted in triplicate, and mean values
were used for comparison. The results obtained in this laboratory indicate that
Udad contains the highest crude protein content, whereas Moong shows a higher
proportion of soluble protein, suggesting better digestibility. Kulith,
although comparatively lower in protein, remains nutritionally relevant,
particularly in traditional and rural diets. The experimental observations
support the continued dietary importance of indigenous pulses in improving
protein security.
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Pages:128-130
How to cite this article:
Dr. Urmila Sarkar "Experimental evaluation of protein content and nutritional quality of selected Indian pulses: Udad (<i>Vigna mungo</i>), Moong (<i>Vigna radiata</i>) and Kulith (<i>Macrotyloma uniflorum</i>)". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 4, Issue 5, 2019, Pages 128-130
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