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Moringa oleifera is a commonly used plant and a rich source of nutrients and antioxidants. Using HPLC combined with UV and MS detection, a total of 20 moringa leaf samples field-grown from the same genetic varieties introduced into and grown in Ghana, Senegal, and Zambia were collected and analyzed to give an individual account of α- and β-carotenes, α- and γ-tocopherols, and six chlorogenic analogs. The total α- and β-carotenes and α- and γ-tocopherols ranged between 4.49 –116.79 mg/100 g dry weight (d.w.). Total chlorogenic analogs ranged from 181 mg/100 g d.w. Samples varied based on the environment, country of origin and genetic and morphological characteristics. Moringa oleifera has great potential to become a far more important food source as it is a rich source of vitamins and polyphenols. |
