P. Olufunke Adeniji

Alteration in Trace Elements Concentration and Possible Copper Toxicity in Juiced Leafy Vegetables Commonly Consumed in Southwestern Nigeria

P. Olufunke Adeniji, G. Gbenga Daramola, A. Kazeem Atunnise, K. Temitope Odufuwa & B. Adewale Salau · Biotechnology Journal International · 2015

This study investigated the effects of juicing on four micro-minerals (Cu, Zn, Mn and Mo) contents of six different leafy vegetables commonly consumed in South western, Nigeria. Micro-minerals were determined using Atomic Absorbance Spectrophotometer (AAS). Among the fresh vegeta...