Nutritional Benefits of Edible Macroalgae from the Central Portuguese Coast: Inclusion of Low-Calorie ‘Sea Vegetables’ in Human Diet

Natural products are essential components in the human diet providing vital micronutrients such as vitamins (A, B, C, E) and minerals (calcium, potassium, sodium etc.) that are essential for proper growth and development as well as playing other roles in normal body function or metabolism. The aim of this study is to evaluate the proximate and micronutrient composition of some selected plant samples: pawpaw, carrots, turmeric and coconut. The proximate and micronutrient composition of the different fruits evaluation was carried out using methods. Results obtained shows that carrot have the highest moisture content of 84.1%, pawpaw have the highest fiber content of 23.8%, crude protein content of 12.8% and ash content of 9.6%. Coconuts have the highest fat content of 43.0% and the highest carbohydrate content was recorded in turmeric (68.59%). Highest vitamin C content was recorded in pawpaw 60.3 mg, while coconut have the highest zinc (8.0 mg), copper (4.2 mg) and iron (21.3 mg) content. Carrots have the highest sodium content of 84.0 mg. These fruits are cheap and rich in several micronutrients thus consuming them often will help reduce micronutrient malnutrition. They can also be processed into various forms domestically and on industrial scale for juices, soups, etc and can also be used to complement other foods to improve both nutrient and sensory attribute.

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Nutritional Benefits of Selected Plant-Based Proteins as Meat Alternatives

Research Anthology on Food Waste Reduction and Alternative Diets for Food and Nutrition Security ◽

10.4018/978-1-7998-5354-1.ch058 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1139-1160

Author(s):

Seydi Yıkmış ◽

Ramazan Mert Atan ◽

Nursena Kağan ◽

Levent Gülüm ◽

Harun Aksu ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Scientific Evidence ◽

Animal Protein ◽

Plant Production ◽

Breast Cancers ◽

Human Diet ◽

Protein Sources ◽

Greenhouse Gases Emissions ◽

Main Protein ◽

Nutritional Benefits

Humans meet their nutritional requirements by consuming food, and our body uses naturally sufficient amounts of all necessary nutrients to maintain its functioning. Proteins form the basis of the human diet because they are necessary for immune responses, cell signals, muscle masses, and the repair of damaged cells. Animal and plant food products are the main protein sources in the human diet. Based on scientific evidence, proteins derived from animals recently started to be replaced by plant-based options as prefered proteins for a range of reasons. Consumption of non-meat protein sources being shown to be healthy and environmentally friendly is a major consideration. Plant-based protein is helping minimize high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, certain types of cancer, including colorectal, ovarian, and breast cancers, and a diet based on non-animal proteins could increase life expectancy and decrease greenhouse gases emissions from livestock as less resources are used for plant production. The chapter describes the nutritional benefits and current uses of nine non-animal protein sources and the health benefits arising from replacing animal protein.

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Low-calorie sweeteners in the human diet: scientific evidence, recommendations, challenges and future needs. A symposium report from the FENS 2019 conference

Journal of Nutritional Science ◽

10.1017/jns.2020.59 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 ◽

Author(s):

Alison M. Gallagher ◽

Margaret Ashwell ◽

Jason C. G. Halford ◽

Charlotte A. Hardman ◽

Niamh G. Maloney ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Scientific Evidence ◽

Human Diet ◽

Low Calorie ◽

Symposium Report ◽

Future Needs

Abstract

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Nutritional Benefits of Selected Plant-Based Proteins as Meat Alternatives

Environmental, Health, and Business Opportunities in the New Meat Alternatives Market - Advances in Business Strategy and Competitive Advantage ◽

10.4018/978-1-5225-7350-0.ch004 ◽

2019 ◽

pp. 62-83

Author(s):

Seydi Yıkmış ◽

Ramazan Mert Atan ◽

Nursena Kağan ◽

Levent Gülüm ◽

Harun Aksu ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Scientific Evidence ◽

Animal Protein ◽

Plant Production ◽

Breast Cancers ◽

Human Diet ◽

Protein Sources ◽

Greenhouse Gases Emissions ◽

Main Protein ◽

Nutritional Benefits

Humans meet their nutritional requirements by consuming food, and our body uses naturally sufficient amounts of all necessary nutrients to maintain its functioning. Proteins form the basis of the human diet because they are necessary for immune responses, cell signals, muscle masses, and the repair of damaged cells. Animal and plant food products are the main protein sources in the human diet. Based on scientific evidence, proteins derived from animals recently started to be replaced by plant-based options as prefered proteins for a range of reasons. Consumption of non-meat protein sources being shown to be healthy and environmentally friendly is a major consideration. Plant-based protein is helping minimize high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, certain types of cancer, including colorectal, ovarian, and breast cancers, and a diet based on non-animal proteins could increase life expectancy and decrease greenhouse gases emissions from livestock as less resources are used for plant production. The chapter describes the nutritional benefits and current uses of nine non-animal protein sources and the health benefits arising from replacing animal protein.

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Mercury-Contaminated Fish and Essential Fatty Acids: Problems and Solutions

Chemistry Journal of Moldova ◽

10.19261/cjm.2012.07(1).29 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 7 (1) ◽

pp. 162-163

Author(s):

Janna Cropotova ◽

Svetlana Popel

Keyword(s):

Fatty Acids ◽

Essential Fatty Acids ◽

The Body ◽

Protective Effects ◽

Omega 3 Fatty Acids ◽

Omega 3 ◽

Human Diet ◽

Problems And Solutions ◽

Omega 6 ◽

Nutritional Benefits

Fish consumption is an important part of human diet due to essential omega-3 fatty acids found naturally in this product. Many researchers from all over the world found that high mercury concentrations in the body reduced the heart-protective effects of the fatty acids in fish oils. People shouldn't be constrained by choosing between the health hazards related to toxins caused by industrial pollution and the nutritional benefits provided by consummation of essential fatty acids contained in oily fish. It is very important to find an alternative natural source of essential omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA to restore an optimal ratio between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in the human diet.

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Will Yellow Mealworm Become a Source of Safe Proteins for Europe?

Agriculture ◽

10.3390/agriculture10060233 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (6) ◽

pp. 233 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Anna Bordiean ◽

Michał Krzyżaniak ◽

Mariusz J. Stolarski ◽

Stanisław Czachorowski ◽

Dumitru Peni

Keyword(s):

Nutrient Content ◽

Human Consumption ◽

Feed Conversion ◽

Human Diet ◽

Yellow Mealworm ◽

Current State ◽

Other Substances ◽

Food And Feed ◽

High Feed ◽

Nutritional Benefits

Continued population growth could lead to protein deficiency in the human diet. To counteract this risk, attempts are being made to identify new edible sources of protein. The aim of this paper was to review the existing literature and to analyse the current state of yellow mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) rearing for food and feed, especially in Europe. The yellow mealworm is the most widely bred and traded insect species in Europe that has high feed conversion ratio; 3.4 to 6.1 kg of feed ingested per kg of harvested larvae. Mealworms could compete with livestock due to their high protein and fat content and low environmental impact. Mealworms have been extensively researched as a source of feed for animals, including poultry, fish, pets and birds. Its nutrient content depends on the processing method, where thermal processing is least desirable. Mealworms are characterised by a high and variable microbial load which has to be reduced before consumption. The antibiotics, pesticides and other substances should also be analysed to ensure that mealworms are a safe protein source for human consumption. The nutritional benefits of mealworms have to be communicated to European consumers who are generally averse to eating insects.

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Complex biochemical characteristics of Coriandrum sativumL

PROCEEDINGS ON APPLIED BOTANY GENETICS AND BREEDING ◽

10.30901/2227-8834-2021-1-80-90 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 182 (1) ◽

pp. 80-90

Author(s):

T. V. Khmelinskaya ◽

A. E. Smolenskaya ◽

A. E. Solovyeva

Keyword(s):

Biochemical Composition ◽

Component Composition ◽

Natural Food ◽

Human Diet ◽

Practical Utilization ◽

Early Maturity ◽

Breeding Programs ◽

Research Material ◽

High Antioxidant Activity ◽

Nutritional Benefits

Background. Coriandrum sativumL. is a valuable vegetable crop with early maturity and high nutritional benefits. Green biomass of coriander is rich in vitamins, especially ascorbic acid and carotene. The feasibility of using coriander as a natural food additive is due to its high antioxidant activity. The aim of this research was to study the biochemical composition of the green biomass in the accessions of C. sativumfrom the VIR global collection and identify promising accessions for use in breeding for quality.Materials and methods.The green biomass of 67 coriander accessions from different countries maintained in the VIR collection served as the research material. The study was carried out according to the guidelines developed by VIR.Results.As a result of the study, the feasibility of using C. sativumas a source of bioactive compounds was theoretically justified and experimentally confirmed, thus attesting to the prospects of coriander accessions from the VIR collection for quality-targeted breeding programs. New data were obtained on the biochemical composition of coriander green biomass. A factor determining such biochemical composition is the genotypic features of coriander associated with its origin. Biochemical parameters in coriander varied significantly depending on the origin of an accession. The highest variability was observed in the content of carotenes (CV 41%). The effect of an accession’s precocity was not confirmed. Sources for individual quality indicators were highlighted.Conclusion. Accessions with an optimal component composition for a balanced human diet were identified and recommended for quality-oriented breeding, including the development of cultivars for health-friendly, curative and preventive nutrition. The selected accessions are of interest as source material for breeding programs and practical utilization.

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