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The study focused on developing a complementary food mix using sorghum through malting, and various analyses were conducted to assess its qualities.The nutritional composition of the mix includes 2.21% moisture, 2.26% total ash, 14.0% crude protein, 3.74% crude fat, 0.35% crude fiber, 77.99% carbohydrate, and 401.03 kcal energy content.Physico-chemical properties were determined, indicating a water absorption capacity of 166.26%, a bulk density of 0.64 gcm -3 , water solubility index of 46.66, swelling index of 1.38, and viscosity of 9.82 cps.Microbiological analysis confirmed the safety of the complementary food mix for consumption by young children.Organoleptic evaluation by a panel of judges revealed that the formulated mix was highly appreciated, being described as "liked very much."In conclusion, the study suggests that the formulated complementary food mix is nutritionally sound and recommended for use as a complementary food for young children aged 6-24 months.
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