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Journal of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Research

Assessment of Nutritional Composition of Ajwa Paste

Author(s): Sana Gulzar Bhatti*, Saima Nazeer, Anum Gulzar Bhatti and Mafia Shafiq

The present study provides concrete information about the nutritional composition of the Ajwa paste locally sale in market for different healing slogans. It has been experimentally proven that Ajwa is of prime importance than the rest of the Palm date varieties .The nutritional value of Ajwa paste is 27.24 %( moisture), 2.10% (ash), 1.20% (fat), 14.70% (fiber), 8.54% (protein), 53.78% (carbohydrate). It is good source of instant energy, aid in digestion and low in fat content. High moisture content leads to osmotic regulatory of body. Ajwa paste has a good nutritional profile that provides energy and it is prepared by natural sources.

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