Publications by authors named "Yuanbin Mao"
Rutin is a crucial bioactive compound that determines the nutritional value of Tartary buckwheat (TB). However, the potential of utilizing TB as a dietary source of rutin for human consumption remains largely unexplored. This study aims to address these knowledge gaps by conducting a detailed analysis of rutin content distribution in TB tissues.
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- Starch is a vital energy source for both plants and humans, with amylose content being a key focus in improving starchy crops through breeding, particularly in Tartary buckwheat which accumulates more amylose than common cereals.
- Research revealed that the endosperm of Tartary buckwheat is the main site for amylose production, and 35 genes related to starch biosynthesis were identified, with some showing high expression specifically in the endosperm.
- The study also noted the role of brassinosteroids in promoting amylose synthesis, enhancing understanding of the regulatory mechanisms of amylose biosynthesis in Tartary buckwheat for future breeding advancements.
Tartary buckwheat is highly valued for its abundant rutin (quercetin 3--rutinoside). As a flavonoid glycoside, rutin is synthesized with the crucial involvement of UDP-dependent glycosyltransferases (UGTs). However, the functions and transcriptional regulation of the UGT-encoded genes remain poorly understood.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRutin is a significant flavonoid with strong antioxidant property and various therapeutic effects. It plays a crucial role in disease prevention and human health maintenance, especially in anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective and cardiovascular effects. While many plants can synthesize and accumulate rutin, tartary buckwheat is the only food crop possessing high levels of rutin.
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