Rats were provided with standard pellet diet
(M/s Sai Durga Feeds and Foods, Bangalore, India) having a composition
(g/100 g) of proteins, 22.4; carbohydrates, 55.6; fat, 2.5;
fibre, 4.2; vitamins, 0.75; minerals, 2.73; salt, 3.0; cinders, 3.5%;
moisture, 5.4% and water ad libitum.