Abstract

Appraisal on nutraceutical potentials of two lesser-used edible leafy vegetables (Vernonia polysphaera Baker and Cleome ciliata Jacq.) in Akwa Ibom State was examined. Parameters such as phytochemicals, nutrients, anti-nutrients, minerals, vitamin and photosynthetic pigments were analyzed using standard methods outlined by Association of Official Analytical Chemist. The secondary metabolites in the test plants revealed the presence of alkaloids ............................................................................................................................................................