Comprehensive Analysis of Nutritional Constituents in Food: A Quantitative and Qualitative Approach

Year : 2025 | Volume : 14 | Issue : 03 | Page : 29 39
    By

    Ravikant Nanwatkar,

  • Priyojeet Sharma,

  • Anurag krit,

  • Anil Kumar,

  • Sonawane Lalit Anil,

  • Zargad Rohit Mahadev,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Engineering Science, STES’s NBNSTIC, Ambegaon, SPPU, Pune, India
  2. Student, Department of Engineering Science, STES’s NBNSTIC, Ambegaon, SPPU, Pune, India
  3. Student, Department of Engineering Science, STES’s NBNSTIC, Ambegaon, SPPU, Pune, India
  4. Student, Department of Engineering Science, STES’s NBNSTIC, Ambegaon, SPPU, Pune, India
  5. , Department of Engineering Science, STES’s NBNSTIC, Ambegaon, SPPU, Pune, India
  6. Student, Department of Engineering Science, STES’s NBNSTIC, Ambegaon, SPPU, Pune, India

Abstract

The nutritional value of food is the quality & safety of food, and its effect on human health. The quest for food composition demands an integrated, quantitative and descriptive treatment. Nutritional Components Major nutritional components including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber, were studied in selected food samples. We applied quantitative techniques such as proximate analysis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography to quantify levels of micronutrients and macronutrients. Qualitative analysis provided information regarding the presence, diversity, and roles of these constituents. The integrated methodology enabled us to distinguish differences in nutritional quality, bioavailability, and potential health effects, providing an enhanced perspective beyond conventional nutrient labeling. Results show significant differences between food groups, demonstrating how processing, storage, and choice of ingredients impact nutritional quality. The research also underlines the significance of qualitative aspects, such as sensory properties, antioxidant capacity, and phytochemical diversity that impact consumer acceptability and value. By combining quantitative measurement with qualitative observation, this study provides a balanced framework for assessing nutrition to enable consumers, food technologists, and policymakers to make informed decisions. Ultimately, the research emphasizes weighing both analytical approaches toward facilitating nutrient-dense, safe, and health-promoting food products.

Keywords: Nutritional content, quantitative methods, Qualitative assessments, nutritional quality, health-supportive food products

[This article belongs to Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology ]

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Ravikant Nanwatkar, Priyojeet Sharma, Anurag krit, Anil Kumar, Sonawane Lalit Anil, Zargad Rohit Mahadev. Comprehensive Analysis of Nutritional Constituents in Food: A Quantitative and Qualitative Approach. Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology. 2025; 14(03):29-39.
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Ravikant Nanwatkar, Priyojeet Sharma, Anurag krit, Anil Kumar, Sonawane Lalit Anil, Zargad Rohit Mahadev. Comprehensive Analysis of Nutritional Constituents in Food: A Quantitative and Qualitative Approach. Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology. 2025; 14(03):29-39. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjofst/article=2025/view=228416


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Volume 14
Issue 03
Received 17/08/2025
Accepted 22/09/2025
Published 29/09/2025
Publication Time 43 Days
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