Background:
Seeds of Mung bean (Vignaradiata (L.)R.Wilczek)is usually identified as a 'Green pearl' of Asia. It has
been extensively used as a traditional food in the whole world. This is the best source of protein, minerals, and vitamins.
Methods:
Literature has been collected through SciFinder, Web of Science, Google Scholar, Pubmed, and a library. This review
shares updated information on the botany, distribution, health benefits, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Mung bean seeds.
Result:
As per the literature survey, Its found that Mung seeds (Vigna radiata (L.) R.Wilczek) has a pharmacological activity such
as anticancer, antihyperlipidemic, antihypertensive, antidiabetic, anti-microbial, antioxidant, treatment of alcoholism, reducing
obesity, increasing muscular strength ,rheumatism, piles, liver, and neuro- diseases. This curative potential provides various
beneficial outcomes in the field of research and increasing scientific interest in the identification of bioactive compounds
responsible for various pharmacological activities. It is used in industries like pharmaceutical, food, and Cosmetics.
Conclusion:
Existing literature authenticates the potential benefits of Mung bean seeds (Vigna radiata (L.) R.Wilczek) from
nutritional as well as medicinal perspective. This food grain need to be explored for identification, isolation, and characterization
of a bioactive compounds against varied ailments.
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