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| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Neglected Plant Foods Of South Asia |
| Subtitle of host publication | Exploring and valorizing nature to feed hunger |
| Publisher | Springer International Publishing AG |
| Pages | 283-299 |
| Number of pages | 17 |
| ISBN (electronic) | 9783031370779 |
| ISBN (print) | 9783031370762 |
| Publication status | Published - 19 Sept 2023 |
Abstract
Amaranth is worldwide grown as a principal grain crop with almost 400 varieties and 70 species. It contains notable amount of primary metabolites mainly protein, secondary metabolites, vitamins, and minerals. Traditionally, amaranth boiled leaves and roots are known to comfort breathing problems, control blood sugar level, and provide aid in digestion. Pharmacological studies of its powder and extracts showed antidiabetic, antioxidant, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory properties. Amaranth ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions owing to climate change outlined its importance in preview to preserve biodiversity and food security. Major staple crops are not able to satisfy the routine needs of both macro and micro nutrients and mentioned needs can be fulfilled by rotating the major crops with minor crop like Amaranth. Amaranths' low content of prolamins makes it an ideal choice for celiac patients and gluten free product development i.e., a market of million dollars. This review discusses in detail about the nutritional profile, global market potential, adaptability to harsh environment, and health promoting features of Amaranth. Anti-nutritional factors, strategies to improve nutrition, and industrial applications are also discussed.
Keywords
- Amaranth, Anticancer, Celiac disease, Climate change, Food security
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Agricultural and Biological Sciences(all)
- Environmental Science(all)
- Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology(all)
- Immunology and Microbiology(all)
Sustainable Development Goals
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Neglected Plant Foods Of South Asia: Exploring and valorizing nature to feed hunger. Springer International Publishing AG, 2023. p. 283-299.
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AU - Abbas, Asad
AU - Ahmad, Naveed
AU - Saeed, Wisha
AU - Qamar, Muhammad
AU - Usama, Muhammad
AU - Khan, Muhammad Zulqarnain
AU - Esatbeyoglu, Tuba
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PY - 2023/9/19
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N2 - Amaranth is worldwide grown as a principal grain crop with almost 400 varieties and 70 species. It contains notable amount of primary metabolites mainly protein, secondary metabolites, vitamins, and minerals. Traditionally, amaranth boiled leaves and roots are known to comfort breathing problems, control blood sugar level, and provide aid in digestion. Pharmacological studies of its powder and extracts showed antidiabetic, antioxidant, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory properties. Amaranth ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions owing to climate change outlined its importance in preview to preserve biodiversity and food security. Major staple crops are not able to satisfy the routine needs of both macro and micro nutrients and mentioned needs can be fulfilled by rotating the major crops with minor crop like Amaranth. Amaranths' low content of prolamins makes it an ideal choice for celiac patients and gluten free product development i.e., a market of million dollars. This review discusses in detail about the nutritional profile, global market potential, adaptability to harsh environment, and health promoting features of Amaranth. Anti-nutritional factors, strategies to improve nutrition, and industrial applications are also discussed.
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