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FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS FROM ASPARAGUS FOR HUMAN HEALTH
Article number
589_32
Pages
233 – 241
Language
English
Abstract
In addition to the primary metabolites proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids, asparagus contains a large number of chemical constituents including flavanoids, amino acid derivatives, sulfur-containing acids, vitamins and saponins.
Recent studies have indicated that some of these compounds possess health protective and pharmacological properties.
We have initiated studies to examine saponins, &alfa-tocopherol, and rutin in asparagus.
The results confirmed that asparagus is a good source of these compounds.
However, significant variations in their levels among different genotypes were observed.
More studies are required to confirm the health benefits of these compounds.
Recent studies have indicated that some of these compounds possess health protective and pharmacological properties.
We have initiated studies to examine saponins, &alfa-tocopherol, and rutin in asparagus.
The results confirmed that asparagus is a good source of these compounds.
However, significant variations in their levels among different genotypes were observed.
More studies are required to confirm the health benefits of these compounds.
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Authors
C.K. Chin, S.A. Garrison, C.T. Ho, Y. Shao, M. Wang, J. Simon, M.T. Huang
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