| Influence of gamma-radiation on the nutritional and functional qualities of lotus seed flour. | |
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PMID: 19778060 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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In the present study, we investigated the physicochemical and functional properties of lotus seed flour exposed to low and high doses of gamma-radiation (0-30 kGy; the dose recommended for quarantine and hygienic purposes). The results indicated raw seed flour to be rich in nutrients with minimal quantities of antinutritional factors. Irradiation resulted in a dose-dependent increase in some of the proximal constituents. The raw and gamma-irradiated seeds meet the Food and Agricultural Organization-World Health Organization recommended pattern of essential amino acids. Some of the antinutritional factors (phytic acid, total phenolics, and tannins) were lowered with gamma-irradiation, while the seed flours were devoid of lectins, L-3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine, and polonium-210. The functional properties of the seed flour were significantly improved with gamma-radiation. gamma-radiation selectively preserved or improved the desired nutritional and functional traits of lotus seeds, thus ensuring a safe production of appropriate nutraceutically valued products. |
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Authors:
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Rajeev Bhat; Kandikere Ramaiah Sridhar; Alias A Karim; Chiu C Young; Ananthapadmanabha B Arun |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Evaluation Studies; Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Journal of agricultural and food chemistry Volume: 57 ISSN: 1520-5118 ISO Abbreviation: J. Agric. Food Chem. Publication Date: 2009 Oct |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-06-21 Completed Date: 2010-10-04 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0374755 Medline TA: J Agric Food Chem Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 9524-31 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Food Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang 11800, Malaysia. rajeevbhat1304@gmail.com |
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Flour
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analysis* Food Irradiation / methods* Gamma Rays Lotus / chemistry*, radiation effects* Nutritive Value Seeds / chemistry, radiation effects |
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