Egwusi (Melon)

1,300.00

Egusi (Colocynthis citrullus L.) kernels contain 52.0% oil, 28.4% protein (60% in defatted flour), 2.7% fiber, 3.6% ash, and 8.2% carbohydrate. They are good sources of essential amino acids, especially arginine, tryptophan and methionine, vitamins B1, B2, and niacin, and S, Ca, Mg, Mn, K, P, Fe, and Zn.

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Egusi seeds are comprised of 50% oil, 78% of which is an unsaturated fatty acid, and 35% protein. The seeds are rich in vitamin A which helps form and maintain healthy teeth and bones. It has vitamins B1 and B2 which are important for body growth and the production of red blood cells.