Research Article
Optimization of Insoluble and Soluble Fibres Extraction from Agave americana L. Using Response Surface Methodology
Table 2
Chemical composition of Agave leaves (g/100 g dry matter).
| Components | Values |
| Dry matter (%) | 16.42 ± 0.71 | pH | 5.03 ± 0.08 | Protein | 28.90 ± 1.46 | Fat | 5.46 ± 0.02 | Ash | 3.53 ± 0.33 | Total carbohydrates | 62.74 ± 1.38 | Reducing sugars | 20.06 ± 0.10 | Soluble dietary fibres | 7.72 ± 0.21 | Insoluble dietary fibres | 37.88 ± 0.49 | Total dietary fibres | 45.05 ± 0.96 |
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