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Nutritional Profiling of Ready-To-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) From Sesame, Wheat, and Soybeans Blends: A Comprehensive Assessment

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  • Utah-Iheanyichukwu, Chioma Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria
  • Oguizu, Ada Daisy Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Rivers State, Nigeria
  • Allison, Trust-Jah Tuaegwuchukwu Interdisciplinary Research Unit, West African Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (WASPEN), Abuja, Nigeria

    trustjah.allison.186731@unn.edu.ng

  • Magnus, Samuel Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Temple Gate Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State, Nigeria
  • James, Stephen Becky Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Temple Gate Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State, Nigeria
  • Nwala, Scholastic Chinaza Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria

Abstract

Ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTFs) are specialized nutritional products designed to treat severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in children and adults. This study aimed to develop a locally formulated RUTF using a Sesame-Wheat-Soybeans blend (SWS-RUTF). Three distinct formulations were created with varying proportions of sesame, wheat, and soybeans: SWS-RUTF1 (25:10:30), SWS-RUTF2 (25:15:25), and SWS-RUTF3 (20:10:35), with soy oil, sugar, and mineral-vitamin mix comprising the remaining 35%. A statistical analysis revealed significant differences (p < 0.05) in the proximate composition of the products – carbohydrates: 49-54%, crude protein: 24-28%, lipids: 9-11%, and energy value: 404-411 kcal. The amino acid scores for the three formulations were – SWS-RUTF1: 72 (PDCAAS), 62 (PDCAAS), and 1.08 (Protein Efficiency Ratio); SWS-RUTF2: 65 (PDCAAS), 55 (PDCAAS), and 1.07 (Protein Efficiency Ratio); SWS-RUTF3: 75 (PDCAAS), 67 (PDCAAS), and 1.10 (Protein Efficiency Ratio). These findings suggest that the developed SWS-RUTF formulations demonstrate potential as effective RUTFs, with opportunities for further optimization. Reformulation strategies should prioritize balancing protein and fat contents; enhancing mineral and essential amino acid profiles; optimizing anti-nutrient management; and ensuring adequate caloric density. By addressing these deficiencies and aligning with international RUTF standards, the revised SWS-RUTF formulation can effectively support the recovery and well-being of children suffering from SAM.

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Food Sesame Soybeans Therapeutic Wheat

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Journal

Journal of Agriculture, Aquaculture, and Animal Science

Volume (Issue)

1(2), (2024)

Pages

12-18

Published

31-12-2024

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Utah-Iheanyichukwu, C., Oguizu, A. D., Allison, T. T., Magnus, S., James, S. B., & Nwala, S. C. (2024). Nutritional Profiling of Ready-To-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) From Sesame, Wheat, and Soybeans Blends: A Comprehensive Assessment. Journal of Agriculture, Aquaculture, and Animal Science, 1(2), 12-18. https://doi.org/10.69739/jaaas.v1i2.194

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