SURVEY OF SODIUM POTASSIUM IRON AND CALCIUM CONTENTS OF RETAIL SAMPLES OF SOME PROCESSED FOODS (BREAKFAST CEREALS AND SNACKS) SOLD IN NSUKKA ENUGU STATE
ABSTRACT Processed foods have been noted to be generally, high in sodium but, low in potassium. Some of these foods such as snacks often provide a quick bite at work and school and often do not provide the needed nutrients such as calcium and iron needed in adequate quantities. The food categories sampled were biscuits, sausages, cakes/pastries and breakfast cereals. Sodium, potassium, calcium and iron concentrations were determined within and ...
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