DETERMINATION POSSIBLE CHANGES PROXIMATE MINERAL COMPOSITION POWDERED MELON SEED MILK

Many individuals have lactose intolerance which means that they are unable to digest significant amounts of lactose due to the low amount of the enzyme lactase in their system. Some other individuals are vegans, hence, avoid dairy products. In this study, melon seeds flour was used to produce powdered milk and stored for 0-2 months. Proximate and mineral analysis was carried out. Results shows it contains (10.85 – 13.45%) Carbohydrate, (12.89 – 13.36%) Protein, (60.82 – 62.65%) Crude fat, (0.91 – 1.11%) Crude fibre, (2.50 – 3.18%) Ash content, and (8.88 – 9.69%) Moisture content. Mineral analysis shows it is rich in Na, K, Ca, Mg, Mn, Zn, Cu, Fe, and N. It can be consumed by individuals with or without health issues. Statistically P>0.05, which means there was no significant change in the quality of powdered milk over the time of storage.