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- The Andean region's unique geography supports the growth of nutritious food plants, particularly Andean grains like quinoa, amaranth, canihua, and Andean corn.
- These grains are packed with bioactive compounds that offer health benefits, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- The article suggests incorporating these grains into everyday diets and using their active compounds in the food industry to enhance functional food products.
Article Abstract
The Andean geography induces favorable conditions for the growth of food plants of high nutritional and functional value. Among these plants are the Andean grains, which are recognized worldwide for their nutritional attributes. The objective of this article is to show the nutritional and functional properties, as well as industrial potential, of Andean grains. Quinoa, amaranth, canihua, and Andean corn are grains that contain bioactive compounds with antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory activities that benefit the health of the consumer. Numerous in vitro and in vivo studies demonstrate their functional potential. These high-Andean crops could be used industrially to add value to other functional food products. These reports suggest the inclusion of these grains in the daily diets of people and the application of their active compounds in the food industry.
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| http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10408398.2022.2073960 | DOI Listing |
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