Nutritive value of maize (Zea mays) and sorghum (Sorghum vulgare)

Belavady, B. (1975) Nutritive value of maize (Zea mays) and sorghum (Sorghum vulgare). Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research, 34 (5). pp. 294-304.

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Abstract

The nutritive value of maize and sorghum, cultivated extensively for human consumption in India, is reviewed, with particular reference to their nicotinic acid content and amino acid composition and the incidence of pelagra associated with consumption of diets largely composed of either of these cereals. The effect of preparation and alkali treatment on the nicotinic acid is also considered

Item Type: Article
Author Affiliation: National Inst. Nutrition, Indian Council of Medical Research, Hyderabad 500007, India
Subjects: Plant Protection
Divisions: Maize
Sorghum
Depositing User: Ms K Syamalamba
Date Deposited: 01 Aug 2012 04:35
Last Modified: 01 Aug 2012 04:35
URI: http://eprints.icrisat.ac.in/id/eprint/7081

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