Abstract
Inositol phosphate modification in infant cereals was examined during industrial processing which included roasting and alpha-amylase treatment. A considerable ( p<0.05) decrease in phytate content was observed after both treatments in all the samples analysed. However, the industrial processing observed was not sufficient to cause degradation of the phytate to achieve phytate mineral ratios optimal for mineral absorption in infant cereals. All samples analysed had a phytate/iron molar ratio >1.3, and of the 6 samples, 5 had a phytate/zinc molar ratio >14. The bioavailability of minerals is particularly important during weaning when minerals stores in infants are naturally low. Further studies are needed to evaluate the efficacy and effectiveness of phytase treatment to increase mineral bioavailability in infant foods.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
