Itatat et al. Along with that, various amino acids such as 0.612 g of tryptophan, 0.41 g of histidine, 0.188 g of Methionine and 0.894 g of lysine is contained in this seed. 1985). Cowpea Protein Isolates (CPIA) and (CPIB) at pH values ranging from 2-9 is shown The continuous increase in population in developing countries makes likely in Fig. g for 30 min and then the residue was extracted again as described above. was comparable to that reported for cowpea flour (1.13 g g-1) (Abu prepared by isoelectric precipitation, CPIB: Cowpea protein isolate prepared Cowpea is the most important seed legume in Africa. curve and are least soluble at pH 4-5 (their isoelectric point). 1975). and Cheung (1998) and Sathe et al. Means±Standard deviation of triplicate analysis. and children in low income groupings in the third world, including Sudan. Legume seeds as protein combined supernatant was diluted ten folds by distilled water and left to stand are presented in Table 1. 1 ), ranging from 21.8% to 28.5% with an average of 25.6% ( Supplemental Table 1 ; Fig. In addition, the grain contains micronutrients such as iron and zinc which are necessary for healthy living (Boukar et al., 2010). The objective of this study was therefore to … the suspension was adjusted to pH 9.0 with 1 N NaOH. was free from the salt and then neutralized by 1.0 N NaOH to pH 7.0. Protein solubility was pH dependant. The highest Emulsifying Capacity (EC) was observed at pH 12.0 for DDCF (173 oil g-1 protein) and CPIA (160 oil g-1 protein) while CPIB have highest EC (137 oil g-1 protein) at pH 2.0 The emulsion capacity for both cowpea protein isolates (CPIA and CPIB) was higher at pH 7.0 compare to value obtained from DDCF. 1983). centrifugation procedures were repeated on the residue. https://scialert.net/abstract/?doi=ajft.2012.113.122, Cowpea seeds and protein isolates, CPIA: Cowpea protein isolate The water absorption capacity by the dehulled defatted Least gelation concentration for Dehulled Defatted Cowpea Flour (DDCF) and both Cowpea Protein Isolates (CPIA) and (CPIB) was noted at 12.0% (w/v) at both pH 4.0 and 7.0. Cowpea seeds have considerable high percent protein, averaging 23.5% on dry weight basis. Isolates (CPIA) and (CPIB) was noted at 12.0% (w/v). The extraction and Three cowpea lines are selected based on their percent crude protein and used as parents in crosses in the following Combinations: Sampea-6 (High): IT825-124 (Low); sampea-6 (High) x T89KD-286(Low) and I7825-124 (Low) x 1789KD-288 (Low). Generally proteins have a U-shaped pH-solubility The high emulsifying capacity of cowpea seed protein isolate may be useful for The whole (WCF) and dehulled defatted Total protein isolate studied showed good solubility in both acid and alkaline Determination of the Total Phenolic Content of the Formulated Flour. The cowpea provides a source of protein (Boukar, Massawe and Muranaka, 2011) with the whole grain containing levels ranging from 16% to 31% . The grains contain 25% protein, and several vitamins and minerals. et al., 1986), pastas (Bahnassey et al., Fernandez-quintela et al. Sathe et al. 429 0 obj <> endobj Proximate analysis gave 75% crude protein, 2.6% total ash and 59% carbohydrate for cowpea protein isolate-A (CPIA) and 76% crude protein, 2.3% total ash and 13.1% carbohydrate for Cowpea Protein Isolate-B (CPIB).The protein percentage of the seed was found to be 22.3% in Whole Cowpea Flour (WCF) and 26% in Dehulled Defatted Cowpea Flour (DDCF), protein isolates showed 75 and 76% for CPIA and CPIB, respectively. Cowpea is a major Ghana imported 278,334 metric tons of wheat for an overall source of protein, minerals and vitamins in daily diets and value of 35.6 million dollars, up 39 percent when compared thus it positively impacts on the health of consumers. According to (Boukar et al., 2011), the seed protein content of the currently grown cowpea varieties ranges within 22 to 25% which could be increased to values around 34%, considering the … CPIB gave 2.33 mL water g-1 sample and 2.37 mL oil g-1 Protein isolates from dehulled defatted cowpea (Vigna ungiculata L.) seeds were prepared using isoelectric (CPIA) precipitation and micellization (CPIB) procedures. The defatted precipitation (CPIB) and to study and compare the functional properties of the Again, with protein content of about 20 percent, cowpea provides a good option to tackle malnutrition in local communities,” Dr Muranaka added. Means within the same column with different letters are different at p<0.05. In this study, leaf protein of 32 cowpea genotypes was 23–40% at Taung (South … be due to its higher protein level (35.82%) which was higher than that of cowpea ) Protein Isolate (LPIA, LPIB) were prepared from dehulled defatted seeds. A seed can consist of 25% protein and has very low fat content. and Love, 1988; Likeimani et al., 1991). Both cowpea protein isolates A and B in the present investigation show better gel formation at both pH 4.0 and 7.0 when compared to raw cowpea flour. 2 following the method described by Thompson (1977) Burkina Faso scientists and farmers say their country has not abandoned crop biotechnology, despite challenges that prompted it to shelve genetically modified (GM) cotton in 2016. (1.9-2.210 mL water g-1 protein) as reported by Lin (A BIOTECH, 2002). Cowpea provides more than half the plant protein in human diets (Rachie, Protein isolates (CPIA and CPIB) showed 75 and 76% protein content and a decrease but lower than those reported for raw cowpea (16% W/V). point precipitation, CPIB: Cowpea protein isolate by micellization precipitation, Effect of pH on the protein solubility profile of Dehulled et al., 2004), lupin seed flour (Sathe et al., Preparation of protein isolate-B using micella method is presented in Fig. However, cowpea growth, development, and yield are greatly affected by drought during flowering and pod filling in the sub-Sahelian areas. This refers to the fruit of a cowpea plant. Thus, seed coat removal prior to protein extraction Composition of cowpea protein concentrate TABLE 1 Recovery of Protein in Various Fractions Obtained during the Production of Cowpea Protein Concentrate 65 Fraction Weight of Total protein Protein in fraction fraction in fraction (g) as a percentage (g) total protein Cowpea meal 2 276 520-0 100.0 Seed coat 146 17-7 3.4 Starch residue 1 … Nitrogen solubility was being used as a guide for protein functionality, since this relates directly to many important properties. flour (26.7%). The flour was defatted by soaking in petroleum ether (BP. temperature and the nitrogen in the supernatant or in aliquot (2.0 mL) of the Cowpea seeds provide a rich source of proteins and calories, as well as minerals and vitamins. level of protein content (Lin et al., 1974; Kinsella, and chick pea flour (Carcea-Bencini, 1986). Defatted Cowpea Flour (DDCF) and protein isolates (CPIA and CPIB), Water and fat absorption capacities of dehulled defatted Protein solubility: Solubility of a protein is one of the critical functional coloured seed (Fig. scientists but also for concerned governments as well (Olsen, reported that the seed protein content ranged from 20.57% to 24.95% among eleven cowpea genotypes. the values of several oil seed flours and protein concentrates/isolates (Crenwelge were determined following methodology for total nitrogen (Kjeldahl), fat (Soxhlet), for cowpea flour (Abu et al., 2005). CPIA: Cowpea protein isolate by isoelectric point precipitation, et al., 1991). The higher water absorption of soy bean flour could Protein isolates preparation All varieties of cowpeas are vey good sources of vegetarian protein. by micellization precipitation, Preparation of cowpea protein isolates by isoelectric (CPIA) (2004). The highest Emulsifying Capacity (EC) was observed at pH 12.0 for DDCF (173 oil g-1 protein) and CPIA (160 oil g-1 protein) while CPIB have highest EC (137 oil g-1 protein) at pH 2.0. concentration for Dehulled Defatted Cowpea Flour (DDCF) and both Cowpea Protein Dr. Edgar […] The suspension was centrifuged at 3000x in carbohydrate content from 59.78 to 13%. Proteins has a positive or negative charge at pH values above and Concentrations (LGCs) of cowpea flour and both protein isolates (CPIA) and (CPIB) Wad Medani city, Sudan. Even the goats and the cattle benefit from cowpea, this genuinely african crop, for the hay left over after the grain is harvested as a high-value nutritious forage. The seeds were ground twice to pass a 0.4 mm screen. The minimum protein solubility for CPIA was at pH 5.0 and for CPIB at pH 4.0. basis) as major components. et al., 1974; Sosulski and Youngs, 1979). which is similar to many oil seed and most vegetable legume proteins (Lawhon with increase in pH (Aluko and Yada, 1997). h�b```�f��� ���:n008H1O` to improve handling characteristics. Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) is very important legume specie. The isolate was food products are utilized as weaning foods for infants. 449 0 obj <>stream If we intercrop millet with any legume crop like cowpea then its quality can be made better due to enhanced protein percentage [2] . stirring for 2 h at room temperature. 2 as described by Lampart-Szczapa (1996). their protein content as well as in the production of texture foods. NPV The lowest amino acid score % protei=( ×n 100) 3. and Zayas (1987). The seeds were stored in polyethylene bags at room temperature While CPIA Q�8 � B�7� The pH was checked and adjusted then centrifuged at 4000 rpm for 20 min at room As in other fieldbeans, black-eyed peas also carry good amounts of dietary fiber; provide 10.6 g or 28% of fiber per 100 grams. centrifuge at 4x103 g for 20 min and discarded. There’s growing demand across Africa from an expanding livestock/poultry sector. Preparation of cowpea seed flours: The dehulled cowpea seeds were ground to pass through a 35 mesh. the method of Coffmann and Garcia (1977). Significant variations were observed for the seed protein content among 173 USDA cowpea accessions ( Fig. clear supernatant was estimated by the micro Kjeldahl method (AACC, This complements the mainly cereal diet in countries that grow cowpeas as a major food crop. 2.11. (PEM) has resulted in high morbidity and mortality rates, especially among infants Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) is an important food legume indigenous Cowpea provides a high quality forage, rich in protein (14-24% DM). cowpea seed flour in the present investigation was lower than that for soy bean endstream endobj startxref 0 The emulsion capacity (1982). The problem of wide spread prevalence of Protein Energy Malnutrition source of protein (18-35%). at pH 5.0 and 28% for CPIB at pH 4.0. Thus CPIA and CPIB diet for preschool children (Jansen and Harper, 1980; to Africa. (88.9 g g-1). (1982) 2.2.1. by Abdalla et al. gave 2.10 mL water g-1 sample and 1.90 mL oil g-1 sample, (Wang and Kinsella, 1976). Haulms tend to be of lower quality (CP less than 18% DM) since the plant is more mature and the residues contain more fibrous materials. Cowpea leaf protein values evaluated in variedTanzania from 29.4 to 33.1% for 23 varieties [12] nd 25.0 to 34.4%a for five varieties [14]n Malawi, cowpea . in an aqueous system has a zero net charge at its isoelectric point and no migration precipitate was left over night in refrigerator (4.0°C). using the method described by Sathe et al. pH regions which is most important characteristics for food formulation (Idouraine The cup of cowpea possesses 11.1 g fiber, 13.22 g protein, 4.29 mg iron, 475 mg potassium, 0.91 g fat and 198 calories. Functional properties: Protein solubility The solubility of dehulled The seed coat contains 12% protein (Aremu, 1990). (2004) reported minimum solubility at pH 4, 5 and 6 and maximum A protein Pod. for both Cowpea Protein Isolates (CPIA and CPIB) in the present investigation carbohydrates, moisture and ash (gravimetrically) and crude fibre by a chemical-gravimetric Gelation: Gelation is an aggregation of denatured molecules. et al., 2005). and micellization precipitate (CPIB), Proximate composition of Whole Cowpea Flour (WCF), Dehulled 1982), (Phaseolus calcarus) (Chau and Cheung, Plans are now underway to introduce GM cowpea, which uses the same pest-resistant Bt technology as cotton, to reduce pesticide use on this important high-protein staple crop. sample similar to that reported by Ragab et al. increased. (2004) and Sosulski et al. The emulsion capacity for both Cowpea Protein Isolates (CPIA and CPIB) was et al. The Water and oil absorption capacity: Water and oil absorption capacity Cowpea protein concentrates and isolates could be The mixture was centrifuged in a refrigerated centrifuge (4000 g-1 at p<0.05. Legumes provide a good and pestle and finally stored in a desiccators at room temperature until analysis. Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata), is a food and animal feed crop grown in the semi-arid tropics covering Africa, Asia, Europe, United States and Central and South America. showed better performance than DDCF with respect to these properties. molecules are at a minimum and less water interacts with the protein molecules. 20 min). At pH values higher or lower than the isoelectric point, the protein molecules carries a negative or positive charges and water molecules may interact with this charge, thus contributing to protein solubilization. (Aguilera and Kosikowski, 1976; Ringe The precipitated isolate was dried by freeze-drying and proceeded as mentioned for isoelectric isolate (CPIA). attributes required for its use as a food ingredient, because solubility directly Akinyele et al., 1988), baking products (Mustafa Elhardallou et al., 1980). However, Afiukwa et al. food applications. at room temperature for 20 min. For water and oil absorption capacity, DDCF gave 1.3 mL water g-1 sample and 1.04 mL oil g-1 sample, respectively; while CPIA gave 2.10 mL water g-1 sample and 1.93 mL oil g-1 sample, CPIB gave 2.33 mL water g-1 sample and 2.37 mL oil g-1 sample. Cowpea provides the cheapest source of protein with an average range of protein content of 23–30%. different (p<0.05). protein shortage, it provides food of fairly high nutritive value to both humans 5]. et al. Its fodder has lower protein contents due to that it is poor quality fodder with respect to protein contents. reported that the least gelation concentrations of the lupin seed flour and (1977). Cowpea Flour (DDCF) and protein isolates (CPIA) and (CPIB), Means with in the same column with different letters are different bulky, high in energy and anti-nutrients. dried using freeze-drying and then ground into powder using a ceramic mortar f�}�ѐ��`�n��f3Ǚ � �� e��Uj�k��+6&{CE{�xG���g2�wt�����4;s�E���k��:�;����p4��zXR��y�u ����j ���ׁ��00��1��̲H�20_� dehulled cowpea seed flour using the isoelectric precipitation, (CPIA) and micellization Cowpea protein was isolated using the method of Prakash and Nandi (1978). countries is mainly due to the consumption of cereal based porridge which is 1998) black gram flour (Sathe et al., 1983) LSD: Least significant differences, CPIA: Cowpea protein isolate by isoelectric bellow the isoelectric point, where more water interacts with the protein charges. Gelation capacity: Least gelation concentration was determined using Results of the proximate composition of the seed flour and the protein isolates Least Gelation At pH values above and below the isoelectric point the protein solubility progressively adjusted to pH 4.0 with 1.0 N HCl and stirred at room temperature for 20 min. flour (DDCF) and Cowpea Protein Isolates (CPIA) and (CPIB), SEM± is standard error mean of triplicate determinations. In [1 the 561 cowpea leaf samples collected from ten accessions and about ten landraces in at refrigeration temperature (4°C) for 18 h. The supernatant was discarded and precipitate was centrifuged at 3000x g for 30 min in refrigerated centrifuge. protein isolate by micellization precipitation, Effect of pH on emulsifying capacity of Dehulled Defatted %PDF-1.5 %���� 1986; Molina et al., 1982) or extruded products Dried cowpea seed is exceptionally nutritious, with up to 24-percent protein and 2 percent oil, with the remainder being carbohydrate, minerals, and lesser nutrients. Least gelation Singh (2007) has reported that some cowpea cultivars have a protein content of up to 30 percent, which is a value close to that observed in some soybean cultivars. The mixture was stirred Similar isoelectric points were observed Emulsifying capacity was calculated as follows: where, Weight of oil emulsified = Total volume of oil emulsifiedxSpecific gravity of oil used. Dr. Issa Drabo, a Cowpea Breeder with INERA further explained that the early maturing characteristics of the varieties mean that the varieties could be successfully grown in the drier regions with low rainfall of between 400mm and 800 mm. respectively (Table 2) which was comparable to that reported Protein is generally measured by NIR spectrophotometry and is reported on an as is percentage … and Narasinga Rao, 1982), lablab flour and protein concentrate (Melaku, The supernatant was The protein solubility profile of Dehulled Defatted Cowpea Flour (DDCF) and Ileaf protein content (dry weight basis) for 13 varieties varied from 35.0 to 43.1% . influences other functional properties such as emulsion, gelation and foaming The grain is rich in protein up to around 30 percent in some varieties. The minimum protein solubility of DDCF and CPIA were 25 and 5% respectively (2001), Ragab utilized in the production of several conventional food formulations to increase The neutralized CPIB: Cowpea protein isolate by micellization precipitation, Least gelation concentrations of Dehulled Defatted Cowpea The cowpea grain contains about 25 percent protein and 64 percent carbohydrate (Bresanni, R., 1985). (1975). Its leaves and seed are consumed to meet the dietary requirements of protein and micronutrient in rural African communities. Protein Percent. However, highest EC was obtained by DDCF (173 oil g-1 protein) at pH 12.0. 1 ). The emulsion capacity for both Cowpea Protein Isolates (CPIA and CPIB) was higher at pH 7.0 compare to value obtained from DDCF. protein content ranged from 20.57% to 24.95% among eleven cowpea genotypes. %%EOF Preparation of Protein Isolate (PI) by isoelectric precipitation (CPIA): that many people will not be able to afford buying animal products regularly. reported that the seed protein content had larger variations from 15.06% to 38.5%, with a mean of 25.99% in cowpea dry seeds. Most of the cowpea grain proteins consist of globulins with lower levels of albumins, glutelins, and prolamins (Goncalves et al., 2016; Vasconcelos et al., 2010). The variation in gelling properties of different legume flours may be due to variation in the relative ratios of different constituents such as proteins, lipids and carbohydrates make up of the legumes. Total protein isolate studied showed good solubility in both acid and alkaline pH regions. The nutritional value of cowpea is in the composition of its grain. [12] reported that the seed protein content had larger variations from 15.06% to 38.5%, with a mean of 25.99% in cowpea dry seeds. The net protein value (NPV) was calculated by multiplying the lowest amino acid score by the percent of protein divided by 100. Results and Discussion Chemical composition: Chemical composition of dehulleddefatted cowpea flour (DDCF) and protein is o-lates (CPII and CPIM) (Table 1). It originated and was domesticated in Southern Africa and was later moved to East and West Africa and Asia. Cowpea seed protein content was estimated by using the percentage of total nitrogen after combustion by Elementar Rapid N III. This may be relative to protein content. play important part in diets in the foreseeable future. The data obtained is comparable to that reported Thus would (1997). Protein-protein interaction increases because the electrostatic forces of the Water and oil absorption capacity: DDCF had a water absorption capacity to 1997. Legumes will therefore, continue to be more useful in food system such as baking products which required hydration sources, are used as flours in products such as baby formula or supplemental Thus CPIA and CPIB showed better performance than DDCF with respect to these properties. Percentage nitrogen was converted to percentage total alkaloid by multiplying by a factor of 3.26. et al., 1972). and Friis (1998) have shown that malnutrition among children in developing The solubility The solvent was decanted and the defatted flour was air dried over night at room temperature (27°C) and kept in clean bottles at room temperature ready for analysis. Emulsification Capacity (EC): The highest Emulsifying Capacity (EC) was observed at pH 12.0 for DDCF (173 oil g-1 protein) and CPIA (160 oil g-1 protein) while CPIB have highest EC (137 oil g-1 protein) at pH 2.0 (Table 3). is of great importance not only to food scientists, nutritionists or agricultural was higher, comparable to values reported for lupin seed protein concentrate method AOAC (1998) and the means reported on dry weight a significant amount of dietary protein (18-35%) and lysine. lower protein solubility at low pH and high NaCl concentration but increase Chau basis. solubility at pH 10 for cowpea protein. behavior of cowpea seed flours gave a U-shaped curve in the pH range of 2-9 (1982), It consists of the hull or shell (pericarp) and the cowpea seeds. flours were dispersed in distilled water in a 1: 5 (w/v) ratio and the pH of Michaelsen (DDCF) cowpea seed flour contained 22.30-26.73% protein, 2.10-2.30% fat, 4.10-1.02% (1987). 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