A Review of Physicochemical Properties of Soya Beans Milk (Dage), Sold and Consumed Withing Kano State Metropolis
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https://doi.org/10.33003/fjs-2026-1011-5465Keywords:
Dage, Anti-Nutrients, Anti-Oxidants, Heavy Metal, Physiochemical Properties, Street–HawkedAbstract
The study was carried out to evaluate the physicochemical properties, proximate composition, anti-oxidant properties and anti-nutritional content, micro and macro elements concentrations, and sensory acceptability of soybean milk ("dage") sold within kano State metropolises, Nigeria. The drinks were analyzed for (Physico-chemical (pH, total titratable acidity, Brix and turbidity) anti-nutritional (Phyate, and oxalate), anti-oxidant (flavonoid), proximate (moisture, fat, protein, ash, crude fiber, carbohydrate and total energy contents), Macro-element (calcium, iron, potassium, and magnesium). Micro elements (cadmium, nickel and lead). The results showed significant variations in moisture (76.96–80.05 %), protein (5.90–7.36%), fat (3.55–4.38%), and fibre (2.10–2.88%) contents. Anti-oxidants analysis revealed presence of flavonoids (0.22–0.59 mg/100L) while anti-nutrients contents; phytates (148.15–289.83 mg/100L), and oxalates (15.94–31.05 mg/100L). Physicochemical properties indicated acidic pH (3.78–4.98) and varying viscosity (415.00–840.50 mPa·s). Macro-element analysis showed presence of calcium, iron, potassium, and magnesium, Micro-elements (cadmium, nickel, lead) were detected at low levels. Sensory evaluation indicated the control sample had the highest overall acceptability (8.35/10). In conclusion, this study underscores the need for quality control measures in traditional "dage" production to enhance safety, nutritional value, and consumer acceptability.
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