The rising status of edible seeds in lifestyle related diseases: A review

Kakkar, Shama; Tandon, Runjhun; Tandon, Nitin

doi:10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.134220

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“…They also have significantly high protein content compared to other seeds; this protein possesses a good digestibility. They are considered a rich source of calcium and also contain a significant amount of macro-and microelements, and vitamins (A, E, C and B complex); however, the number of mentions of these nutrients in sites was lower than 3 [59,60].…”

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“…Other actions, mentioned 3 times, are weight control, presence of anti-inflammatory compounds, diabetes risk reduction and bone-health maintenance. Most of these actions are referred to in the scientific literature, both in animal models and clinical studies: antiobesity, antioxidant, anticarcinogenic and hypotensive effects, cardiovascular protection and improvement of lipid and glucose [59,60]. Weight control has been attributed in part to the hydration properties of the mucilage that the seeds release after soaking in water [62], when they are consumed in this form.…”

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confidence: 99%

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‘Superfoods’: Reliability of the Information for Consumers Available on the Web

Cobos

Dı́az

2023

Foods

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The term ‘superfoods’, used frequently with marketing purposes, is usually associated with foodstuffs with beneficial health properties. ‘Superfoods’ appears in many information sources, including digital media. The information they provide is easily accessible for consumers through Internet search engines. The objective of this work is to investigate the data that web pages offer to consumers and their accuracy according to current scientific knowledge. The two main search engines were utilized for English language websites search, introducing the term ‘superfoods’. In total, 124 search results were found. After applying the selection criteria, 45 web pages were studied. A total of 136 foods were considered as ‘superfoods’ by sites; 10 of them (kale, spinach, salmon, blueberries, avocado, chia, walnuts, beans, fermented milks and garlic) were mentioned on at least 15 sites. Nutritional and healthy properties displayed on sites were compared to scientific information. In conclusion, websites present the information in a very simplified manner and it is generally not wrong. However, they should offer to consumers comprehensible information without raising false expectations regarding health benefits. In any case, ‘superfoods’ consumption can have salutary effects as part of a balanced diet.

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confidence: 99%