A Review on Nutritional Composition and Bioactive Compounds of Black Wheat (Triticum aestivum L)
Bioactive Compounds of Black Wheat (Triticum aestivum L)
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Black Wheat, Bioactive Compounds, Nutritional Composition, Therapeutic PotentialAbstract
Black wheat (Triticum aestivum L) is a pigmented wheat type that is nutritionally superior. It is packed with bioactive chemicals, such as anthocyanins. Black wheat has different nutritional properties and medicinal potential, and more iron (60%), zinc (35% more), vitamin B3, vitamin B5, vitamin E, vitamin K, dietary fiber, and antioxidants than the average food. The high concentrations of phenolic acids, carotenoids, flavonoids and essential amino acids in black wheat provide it with powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial capabilities. With anthocyanin levels up to 28 times greater than standard white wheat, this kind of wheat is effective against oxidative stress-related metabolic syndrome and chronic medical issues like diabetes, cancer, obesity and heart disease. Additional compounds like tricin derivatives, ferulic acid, quercetin and luteolin present in black wheat help neuroprotection, manage blood sugar and boost immunity. Due to its diverse composition, black wheat shows promise as a nutritional supplement, therapeutic diet, and long-term answer to today's food problems.
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