Analysis of nutritional and antioxidant potential of three traditional leafy vegetables for food security and human wellbeing

Anju, Thattantavide; Rai, Nishmitha Kumari S R; Uthirchamkavu, Indukumari; Sreedharan, Sajana; Ndhlala, A.R.; Singh, Pardeep; Kumar, Ajay

doi:10.1016/j.sajb.2021.11.042

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“…When compared to the level (17.08%) recorded by Anju et al (2022), the percentage of ash in the leaves of C. quadrangularis in the present work was very low.…”

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Analysis of Nutritional Quality and Bioactive Components of Cissusrotundifolia, Cyphostemma Digitatum and Cissus Quadrangularis (Vitaceae)

2023

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Cissus rotundifolia, Cyphostemma digitatum, and Cissus quadrangularis which belong to Vitaceae family are used as local traditional vegetables by local communities in Saudi Arabia and different regions in Asia for nutritional and therapeutic purposes. They were analyzed in this study in order to provide scientific evidence for their usage as nutritional and medicinal herbs. The protein, fat, fibre, cyanogenic glycoside, phytic acid, flavonoid, and tannin contents of the three species differed significantly (P < 0.05). Results from the nutritional analysis revealed the richness of C. rotundifolia leaves in crude protein (14.54%), carbohydrates (52.32%), fats (6.99%), and energy value (330.35 Kcal/100 g). C. rotundifolia and C. digitatum leaves showed comparable amounts of both vitamins C and A. The highest crude fiber was found in C. quadrangularis (23.82%), which also exhibited a good carbohydrate content (57.20%). Calcium was the most abundant mineral in the studied whole leaf extracts, followed by potassium. C. quadrangularis contained the highest concentrations of sodium (236 mg/100 g), iron (29 mg/100 g) and the lowest level of magnesium (96 mg/100 g). The concentrations of heavy metals in all samples were below the permissible level in food. In terms of antinutritional factors, all extracts had comparatively low levels of cyanogenic glycoside, phytate, alkaloid, and saponin contents. The leaves of C. quadrangularis contained significantly high levels of phenol, flavonoid, tannin, and proanthocyanidin content. C. rotundifolia leaves had a high level of DPPH radical quenching power (IC50 = 52.27 µg/mL) that was comparable to that of the standard (IC50 = 51.47 µg/mL). Inhibitory activities against alpha-amylase significantly varied among the extracts analyzed. The leaves of C. quadrangularis strongly inhibited alpha-amylase, and their impact was close to the effect of acarbose as a standard anti-diabetic agent. The findings revealed that the studied leafy wild plants can be used as a good source of various nutrients and beneficial biochemicals.

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“…When compared to the level (17.08%) recorded by Anju et al (2022), the percentage of ash in the leaves of C. quadrangularis in the present work was very low.…”

Section: Resultscontrasting

confidence: 83%

Analysis of Nutritional Quality and Bioactive Components of Cissusrotundifolia, Cyphostemma Digitatum and Cissus Quadrangularis (Vitaceae)

2023

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“…[5,13,14] In recent years, many studies have documented the nutritional and ethnomedicinal values of traditional LVs in various parts of the world. [15][16][17][18][19] Moreover, studies have verified some of the ethnomedicinal uses of many LVs, such as Alternanthera sessilis, Cycas sphaerica and Sonchus oleraceus through pharmacological studies. [20][21][22] Talinum triangulare (Jac.)…”

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“…Some traditional LVs are not only important as a part of traditional foods but also find ethnomedicinal applications among the tribal communities and are traditionally used for treating various ailments [5,13,14] . In recent years, many studies have documented the nutritional and ethnomedicinal values of traditional LVs in various parts of the world [15–19] . Moreover, studies have verified some of the ethnomedicinal uses of many LVs, such as Alternanthera sessilis, Cycas sphaerica and Sonchus oleraceus through pharmacological studies [20–22] .…”

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A Review on Bioactive Compounds, Ethnomedicinal Importance and Pharmacological Activities of Talinum triangulare (Jacq.) Willd

Dinesh,

Kumar

2023

Chemistry & Biodiversity

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Talinum triangulare (Jacq.) Willd. is a traditional leafy vegetable used by tribal communities for ethnomedicinal and ethnoculinary preparations. This article reviews the current knowledge of its multiple uses, including pharmacological activities and nutritional composition. The literature survey shows that it has been traditionally useful in the treatment of several diseases, such as anaemia, diabetes, measles, and ulcers and the preparation of various traditional foods. Analysis of the literature on its phytochemicals shows its richness in bioactive compounds. Further, research also shows that this plant has antidiabetic, antiobesity, antitumor, antiulcer, hepatoprotective, and neuroprotective activities besides anti‐inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Nutrient analysis of the plant reveals the presence of Ca, Zn, Fe, vitamins C and E, dietary fibre and protein in considerable quantities. The results of the pharmacological studies on the antidiabetic, antiulcer and anti‐anaemic activities provide support in favour of its ethnomedicinal uses. The presence of bioactive compounds and pharmacological activities show the usefulness of this plant as a functional food.

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“…This species serves a dual purpose, functioning Horticulturae 2024, 10, 107 2 of 14 both as a food source (unconventional seasoning vegetable) and a traditional medicine in Latin America, the Central and Pacific Islands, Africa, and Asia [3]. The leaves of Eryngium foetidum are notably rich in phosphorus, potassium, and dietary micronutrients, making them suitable for potential use in food fortification [4][5][6]. In the realm of medicine, Eryngium foetidum is recognized for its high biological activity as an antioxidant.…”

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Unlocking the Potential of In Vitro Photoautotrophy for Eryngium foetidum: Biomass, Morphophysiology, and Acclimatization

Silva,

Soares,

Silva

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Horticulturae

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Eryngium foetidum L., a biennial herb with diverse applications in food and traditional medicine, holds economic and pharmacological significance. Given its growing commercial interest, implementing biotechnological approaches like plant tissue culture is vital for sustainable propagation and metabolite production. In this study, we investigated the in vitro photoautotrophic potential of Eryngium foetidum, examining growth, chlorophyll a fluorescence, photosynthetic pigments, and anatomical features under sucrose concentrations (0 and 30 g L−1) and gas exchange rate (14 and 25 μL L−1 s−1 CO2). Acclimatization and survival rates of plants after ex vitro transfer were also assessed. Eryngium foetidum exhibited robust growth in both photoautotrophic and photomixotrophic conditions, with natural ventilation significantly enhancing plant development. Chlorophyll a fluorescence and photosynthetic performance were influenced by sucrose and gas exchange, highlighting the importance of these factors in plant micropropagation. Moreover, the species demonstrated remarkable plasticity during acclimatization, with high survival rates and rapid inflorescence development. The research provides valuable insights into optimizing in vitro cultivation conditions for Eryngium foetidum, emphasizing the potential for large-scale clonal propagation and exploring secondary metabolites. The observed phenotypic plasticity underscores the adaptability of the species to diverse environments. These biotechnological strategies open avenues for future studies, including the application of elicitors for enhanced secondary metabolite production.

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Analysis of nutritional and antioxidant potential of three traditional leafy vegetables for food security and human wellbeing

Cited by 13 publications

References 66 publications

Analysis of Nutritional Quality and Bioactive Components of Cissusrotundifolia, Cyphostemma Digitatum and Cissus Quadrangularis (Vitaceae)

Analysis of Nutritional Quality and Bioactive Components of Cissusrotundifolia, Cyphostemma Digitatum and Cissus Quadrangularis (Vitaceae)

A Review on Bioactive Compounds, Ethnomedicinal Importance and Pharmacological Activities of Talinum triangulare (Jacq.) Willd

Unlocking the Potential of In Vitro Photoautotrophy for Eryngium foetidum: Biomass, Morphophysiology, and Acclimatization

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