EVALUATION OF METABOLIZABLE AND DIGESTIBLE ENERGY CONTENT IN POPULAR SNACKS FROM SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA
Abstract
This study evaluates the metabolizable and digestible energy content of popular snacks consumed in Southwestern Nigeria. The research aimed to provide a comprehensive analysis of the energy values of these snacks to better understand their nutritional contributions to the diet. A selection of widely consumed snacks, including plant-based and processed options, was collected from local markets. The samples were analyzed for their metabolizable energy (ME) and digestible energy (DE) using established biochemical methods and calorimetry.
Metabolizable energy was determined by measuring the caloric content available for metabolism after accounting for energy losses in feces, urine, and gases. Digestible energy was calculated based on the difference between the gross energy intake and the energy lost in feces. The results revealed significant variations in energy content among the snacks, with some plant-based snacks, such as roasted nuts and plantain chips, exhibiting higher ME and DE values compared to processed snacks.
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metabolizable energy, digestible energy, snacks, Southwestern NigeriaHow to Cite
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