Investigation of accumulation of element contents in some wild and cultivated dried fruits
2024
Element Contents in Wild and Cultivated Dried Fruits
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Fahad AlJuhaimi, Duygu Akçay Kulluk, Ahmed Isam Ali Mohamed, Mehmet Musa Özcan, Karrar Emad
Primary Institution: King Saud University
Hypothesis
What are the macro and micro element contents in wild and cultivated dried fruits?
Conclusion
The study found that potassium, phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium are the most abundant elements in the examined fruits.
Supporting Evidence
- The highest potassium content was found in black nightshade fruits.
- Phosphorus contents were higher in cherry laurel, cherry, and black nightshade.
- Calcium levels were highest in hawthorn and cherry laurel fruits.
- Iron content was highest in cherry laurel and sour cherry fruits.
Takeaway
This study looked at the nutrients in dried fruits and found that some fruits have a lot of important minerals that are good for our health.
Methodology
Fruits were collected from various locations, dried, and analyzed for moisture and element contents using ICP-OES.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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