Chemical profile of the endocarp and exocarp of yellow monkey cola (Cola lepidota)

Osabor, Vincent N.; Bassey, Francisca I.; Ibe, K.

doi:10.4314/gjpas.v21i1.6

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“…[2] also indicated that calcium and magnesium were the most abundant minerals in the fruit pulp of both C. parchycarpa and C. lepidota. This result reported in this study was also corroborated by Osabor et al [8] who reported high amount of some essential minerals in the endocarp of C. lepidota.…”

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“…In Nigeria, Monkey kola is mostly consumed fresh and like most fruits and vegetables, it has a very short life span probably due to its high moisture content Ene-Obong et al [2]. Cola lepidota is of great importance to the vulnerable groups, the fruit is a good source of protein, fat, carbohydrate and minerals [8] and constitutes one of the best tools for preventing diseases caused by lack or insufficient supply of vitamins in diet [9]. Nutritionally, the fruits are believed to contain beta carotene which acts as antioxidant [10].…”

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Evaluation of Nutrient and Phytochemical Composition of Cola lepidota Fruits (K. Schum): An Underutilized Fruit

Okwu

Abolo

Emereole

et al. 2020

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This study examined the nutrient and phytochemical composition of Cola lepidota fruits commonly known as Monkey Kola. The pulps were extracted, grated and dried. Dried pulps were milled into flour and packaged in properly labeled air-tight polyethene sachets. The nutrient composition was determined using standard AOAC methods while the phytochemical composition was determined using the gravimetric and spectrophotometric methods. Findings from the results revealed that 100 g portion of fresh Cola lepidota was high in moisture content (88.9%), moderate in carbohydrate content. The most abundant mineral was calcium (182.5 mg/100 g), followed by magnesium (87.5 mg/100 g), potassium (68.1 mg/100 g) and phosphorous (34.4 mg/100 g). Cola lepidota has substantial amount of vitamin A (25.63 mg/100 g) and vitamin C (12.98 mg/100 g). The phytochemical compositions found in the fruit were quite high, the most abundant were flavonoid (420.7 mg/100 g) and saponin (42.4 mg/100 g). These findings indicate rich nutritional and potential health benefits of this underutilized fruit. Thus, the information obtained from the study will contribute in widening the scope of the knowledge and encourage conservation and domestication preservation of this species.

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Evaluation of Nutrient and Phytochemical Composition of Cola lepidota Fruits (K. Schum): An Underutilized Fruit

Okwu

Abolo

Emereole

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“…In this study, the concentration of K and Ca in ginger are higher while in Roselle, the concentration of Ca, K and Mg are higher Fig ( 1). Mg, Cu, Se, Zn, Fe, Mn and Mo are important co-factors found in the structure of certain enzymes and are indispensable in numerous biochemical pathways (8).Mg is the most important metal that is required in the body, it is used to correct absorption of K and the efficient functioning of the enzyme (9). Ca, Mg and P are also essential for bone and teeth formation (10).…”

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Estimation of Selected Essential Metals in Ginger (Zingiber officinale) and Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)

Saod¹,

Zaidan²,

Al-Rawi³

2019

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Zingiber officinale and Hibiscus sabdariffa are common medical plants used in traditional medicine. The mineral elements (Se, Zn, Cu, Fe, Ca,K, Mg and Na) have played a major part in the health and battling sicknesses in the human body. The aim of this study is to estimate the mineral composing, Zingier officinal, Zingier officinal and Hibiscus sabdariffa which would be an important promotion vantage in human health, despite the fact that the characterization of the components is somewhat difficult. The analysis of mineral composition of these plants is carried out by using inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass spectrometry. The finding of this study shows that the level of the elements in, Zingier officinal are 345

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“…Cola rostrata was richer in magnesium, zinc and calcium contents compared to C. parchycarpa (Table 2). Osabor et al (2015) also reported that calcium was the most predominant element in the endocarp of Cola lepidota and that mineral elements are needed in the body for proper functioning. Calcium plays fundamental roles in most reactions involving phosphate transfer, believed to be essential in the structural suability of nucleic acid and intestinal absorption (Appel, 1999).…”

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Combination of Aspartame and Acesulfame Potassium Does not Alter Blood Glucose, Lipids and Cytokines of Female Rats

Mukah,

Osuagwu,

Ogbu

et al. 2023

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Cola rostrata and Cola parchycarpa are under-utilized indigenous kola plants, known as achicha by the Igbo natives in Nigeria, whose fruit pulps are edible and tasty. The proximate, vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals constituent of the fruit epicarp, fruit pulp and seed of C. rostrata and C. parchycarpa were evaluated using standard analytical laboratory procedures. The results revealed that C. rostrata and C. parchycarpa fruit pulps contained high moisture contents (56.56 % and 58.83 %) and carbohydrates (31.30 % and 55.39 %) respectively. They also contained vitamins and minerals that are required for nutrition in humans and animals. However, C. rostrata fruit pulp had higher concentrations of magnesium (80.36 mg/100g), calcium (170.31 mg/100g), vitamin A (54.53 mg/100g), vitamin C (21.41 mg/100g) and vitamin E (4.25 mg/100g), while C. parchycarpa had higher concentrations of all the phytochemicals screened. These phytochemicals, if explored further, can be implored in the treatment of certain ailments. The fruit pulp can be recommended for individuals who suffer from calcium deficiency while the seed and fruit epicarp could be used in the formulation and fortification of animal feeds due to the substantial nutrient deposits in them as revealed by this study.

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Chemical profile of the endocarp and exocarp of yellow monkey cola (Cola lepidota)

Cited by 9 publications

References 5 publications

Evaluation of Nutrient and Phytochemical Composition of Cola lepidota Fruits (K. Schum): An Underutilized Fruit

Evaluation of Nutrient and Phytochemical Composition of Cola lepidota Fruits (K. Schum): An Underutilized Fruit

Estimation of Selected Essential Metals in Ginger (Zingiber officinale) and Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)

Combination of Aspartame and Acesulfame Potassium Does not Alter Blood Glucose, Lipids and Cytokines of Female Rats

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