Abstract
Burn injuries significantly challenge patient recovery, often requiring specialized nutritional support to address complications and aid healing. This study analyzed the phytochemical and proximate composition of a fully compounded indigenous supplementary feed flour for burn patients. Maize, unripe plantain, soybean, groundnut, and crayfish were procured, washed, and dried. These ingredients were mixed in specific ratios to produce a compounded flour blend, which was then evaluated for its nutrient composition and phytochemical content. The proximate composition analysis revealed: moisture content (6.56%), dry matter (93.44%), ash (1.73%), fat (4.45%), fiber (0.56%), protein (3.5%), and carbohydrates (16.24%). Phytochemical screening showed saponins and tannins levels at 1805.47 mg/kg and 5157.530 mg/kg, respectively. These results indicate that the feed flour adequately meets the metabolic needs of burn patients, providing essential nutrients along with significant amounts of saponins and tannins, which have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and wound-healing properties beneficial for recovery.
