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Shea Z, Ogando do Granja M, Fletcher EB, Zheng Y, Bewick P, Wang Z, Singer WM, Zhang B. A Review of Bioactive Compound Effects from Primary Legume Protein Sources in Human and Animal Health. Curr Issues Mol Biol 2024; 46:4203-4233. [PMID: 38785525 PMCID: PMC11120442 DOI: 10.3390/cimb46050257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2024] [Revised: 04/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/30/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
Abstract
The global demand for sustainable and nutritious food sources has catalyzed interest in legumes, known for their rich repertoire of health-promoting compounds. This review delves into the diverse array of bioactive peptides, protein subunits, isoflavones, antinutritional factors, and saponins found in the primary legume protein sources-soybeans, peas, chickpeas, and mung beans. The current state of research on these compounds is critically evaluated, with an emphasis on the potential health benefits, ranging from antioxidant and anticancer properties to the management of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. The extensively studied soybean is highlighted and the relatively unexplored potential of other legumes is also included, pointing to a significant, underutilized resource for developing health-enhancing foods. The review advocates for future interdisciplinary research to further unravel the mechanisms of action of these bioactive compounds and to explore their synergistic effects. The ultimate goal is to leverage the full spectrum of benefits offered by legumes, not only to advance human health but also to contribute to the sustainability of food systems. By providing a comprehensive overview of the nutraceutical potential of legumes, this manuscript sets a foundation for future investigations aimed at optimizing the use of legumes in the global pursuit of health and nutritional security.
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Affiliation(s)
- Zachary Shea
- United States Department of Agriculture–Agricultural Research Service, Raleigh Agricultural Research Station, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA;
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- School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA; (M.O.d.G.); (E.B.F.); (Y.Z.); (P.B.); (Z.W.)
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- School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA; (M.O.d.G.); (E.B.F.); (Y.Z.); (P.B.); (Z.W.)
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- School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA; (M.O.d.G.); (E.B.F.); (Y.Z.); (P.B.); (Z.W.)
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- School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA; (M.O.d.G.); (E.B.F.); (Y.Z.); (P.B.); (Z.W.)
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- School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA; (M.O.d.G.); (E.B.F.); (Y.Z.); (P.B.); (Z.W.)
- Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, Olivette, MO 63132, USA
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- Center for Advanced Innovation in Agriculture, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA;
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- School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA; (M.O.d.G.); (E.B.F.); (Y.Z.); (P.B.); (Z.W.)
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Kusumah J, Castañeda-Reyes ED, Bringe NA, Gonzalez de Mejia E. Soybean ( Glycine max) INFOGEST Colonic Digests Attenuated Inflammatory Responses Based on Protein Profiles of Different Varieties. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:12396. [PMID: 37569771 PMCID: PMC10418973 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241512396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 07/29/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023] Open
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Soybean compounds have been established to modulate inflammation, but less is known about how whole soybean compositions work together after digestion. The objective was to evaluate and compare the anti-inflammatory responses of different soybean varieties under simulated gastrointestinal digestion, with additional consideration of the glycinin:β-conglycinin ratio (GBR). Soybean colonic digests (SCD) inhibited cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 (25-82%), 5-lipoxidase (LOX) (18-35%), and inducible nitric oxide (iNOS) (8-61%). Varieties 88, GN3, and 93 were the most effective inhibitors. SCD (1 mg/mL) of varieties 81 and GN1 significantly (p < 0.05) reduced nitrite production by 44 and 47%, respectively, compared to lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated macrophages. SCD effectively reduced pro-inflammatory cytokine interleukin (IL)-6 (50 and 80% for 96 and GN1, respectively). Western blot results showed a decrease in the expression of iNOS, p65, and p50. The GBR was in the range of 0.05-1.57. Higher ratio correlated with higher production of IL-1β (r = 0.44) and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α, r = 0.56). Inflammatory microarray results showed a significant decrease in expression of markers granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) and IL-6 in cells treated with GN1 SCD compared to LPS. The results suggested that SCD exerted its anti-inflammatory potential through nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κΒ) pathway inhibition by decreasing the levels of NF-κB-dependent cytokines and subunits, and inhibition of pro-inflammatory enzyme activity.
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- Jennifer Kusumah
- 228 Edward R Madigan Lab, Department Food Science, and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; (J.K.); (E.D.C.-R.)
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- 228 Edward R Madigan Lab, Department Food Science, and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; (J.K.); (E.D.C.-R.)
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- 228 Edward R Madigan Lab, Department Food Science, and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; (J.K.); (E.D.C.-R.)
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da Silva JR, de Cerqueira e Silva MB, Philadelpho BO, de Souza VC, dos Santos JEM, Castilho MS, de Souza Ferreira E, Cilli EM. PyrGF and GSTLN peptides enhance pravastatin's inhibition of 3-hydroxy-3-methyl-glutaryl coenzyme. FOOD BIOSCI 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbio.2021.101451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Silva M, Philadelpho B, Santos J, Souza V, Souza C, Santiago V, Silva J, Souza C, Azeredo F, Castilho M, Cilli E, Ferreira E. IAF, QGF, and QDF Peptides Exhibit Cholesterol-Lowering Activity through a Statin-like HMG-CoA Reductase Regulation Mechanism: In Silico and In Vitro Approach. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms222011067. [PMID: 34681729 PMCID: PMC8538380 DOI: 10.3390/ijms222011067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2021] [Revised: 09/27/2021] [Accepted: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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In this study, in silico approaches are employed to investigate the binding mechanism of peptides derived from cowpea β-vignin and HMG-CoA reductase. With the obtained information, we designed synthetic peptides to evaluate their in vitro enzyme inhibitory activity. In vitro, the total protein extract and <3 kDa fraction, at 5000 µg, support this hypothesis (95% and 90% inhibition of HMG-CoA reductase, respectively). Ile-Ala-Phe, Gln-Gly-Phe, and Gln-Asp-Phe peptides were predicted to bind to the substrate binding site of HMGCR via HMG-CoAR. In silico, it was established that the mechanism of HMG-CoA reductase inhibition largely entailed mimicking the interactions of the decalin ring of simvastatin and via H-bonding; in vitro studies corroborated the predictions, whereby the HMG-CoA reductase activity was decreased by 69%, 77%, and 78%, respectively. Our results suggest that Ile-Ala-Phe, Gln-Gly-Phe, and Gln-Asp-Phe peptides derived from cowpea β-vignin have the potential to lower cholesterol synthesis through a statin-like regulation mechanism.
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- Mariana Silva
- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
- Chemistry Institute, Sao Paulo State University, Araraquara 14800-900, SP, Brazil
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
- Chemistry Institute, Sao Paulo State University, Araraquara 14800-900, SP, Brazil
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
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- Chemistry Institute, Sao Paulo State University, Araraquara 14800-900, SP, Brazil
- Correspondence: (E.C.); (E.F.); Tel.: +55-16-993-487-096 (E.C.); +55-71-992-313-184 (E.F.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40170-115, BA, Brazil; (M.S.); (B.P.); (J.S.); (V.S.); (C.S.); (V.S.); (J.S.); (C.S.); (F.A.); (M.C.)
- Correspondence: (E.C.); (E.F.); Tel.: +55-16-993-487-096 (E.C.); +55-71-992-313-184 (E.F.)
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Philadelpho B, Souza V, Souza F, Santos J, Batista F, Silva M, Capraro J, De Benedetti S, Heinzl GC, Cilli E, Scarafoni A, Magni C, Ferreira E. Chromatography-Independent Fractionation and Newly Identified Molecular Features of the Adzuki Bean ( Vigna angularis Willd.) β-vignin Protein. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:3018. [PMID: 33809562 PMCID: PMC8000399 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22063018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2021] [Revised: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 03/06/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Adzuki seed β-vignin, a vicilin-like globulin, has proven to exert various health-promoting biological activities, notably in cardiovascular health. A simple scalable enrichment procedure of this protein for further nutritional and functional studies is crucial. In this study, a simplified chromatography-independent protein fractionation procedure has been optimized and described. The electrophoretic analysis showed a high degree of homogeneity of β-vignin isolate. Furthermore, the molecular features of the purified protein were investigated. The adzuki bean β-vignin was found to have a native size of 146 kDa, and the molecular weight determined was consistent with a trimeric structure. These were identified in two main polypeptide chains (masses of 56-54 kDa) that are glycosylated polypeptides with metal binding capacity, and one minor polypeptide chain with a mass 37 kDa, wherein these features are absent. The in vitro analysis showed a high degree of digestibility of the protein (92%) and potential anti-inflammatory capacity. The results lay the basis not only for further investigation of the health-promoting properties of the adzuki bean β-vignin protein, but also for a possible application as nutraceutical molecule.
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- Biane Philadelpho
- Department of Bromatological Analysis, School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, 40170-115 Salvador, Brazil; (B.P.); (V.S.); (F.S.); (J.S.); (F.B.)
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- Department of Bromatological Analysis, School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, 40170-115 Salvador, Brazil; (B.P.); (V.S.); (F.S.); (J.S.); (F.B.)
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- Department of Bromatological Analysis, School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, 40170-115 Salvador, Brazil; (B.P.); (V.S.); (F.S.); (J.S.); (F.B.)
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- Department of Bromatological Analysis, School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, 40170-115 Salvador, Brazil; (B.P.); (V.S.); (F.S.); (J.S.); (F.B.)
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- Department of Bromatological Analysis, School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, 40170-115 Salvador, Brazil; (B.P.); (V.S.); (F.S.); (J.S.); (F.B.)
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- Chemistry Institute, Sao Paulo State University, 14800-900 Araraquara, Brazil; (M.S.); (E.C.)
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- Department of Food, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences (DeFENS), Università degli Studi di Milano, 20133 Milan, Italy; (J.C.); (S.D.B.); (G.C.H.); (A.S.)
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- Department of Food, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences (DeFENS), Università degli Studi di Milano, 20133 Milan, Italy; (J.C.); (S.D.B.); (G.C.H.); (A.S.)
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- Department of Food, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences (DeFENS), Università degli Studi di Milano, 20133 Milan, Italy; (J.C.); (S.D.B.); (G.C.H.); (A.S.)
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- Chemistry Institute, Sao Paulo State University, 14800-900 Araraquara, Brazil; (M.S.); (E.C.)
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- Department of Food, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences (DeFENS), Università degli Studi di Milano, 20133 Milan, Italy; (J.C.); (S.D.B.); (G.C.H.); (A.S.)
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- Department of Food, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences (DeFENS), Università degli Studi di Milano, 20133 Milan, Italy; (J.C.); (S.D.B.); (G.C.H.); (A.S.)
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- Department of Bromatological Analysis, School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Bahia, 40170-115 Salvador, Brazil; (B.P.); (V.S.); (F.S.); (J.S.); (F.B.)
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GonÇalves FV, Medici LO, Fonseca MPSDA, Pimentel C, Gaziola SA, Azevedo RA. Protein, Phytate and Minerals in Grains of Commercial Cowpea Genotypes. AN ACAD BRAS CIENC 2020; 92:e20180484. [PMID: 32756834 DOI: 10.1590/0001-3765202020180484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2018] [Accepted: 12/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The objective of this study was to investigate and characterize cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) genotypes for total grain protein content, storage protein fractions (globulin, albumin, prolamin, basic and acid glutelins), and phytate and minerals contents. Eighteen cowpea genotypes were selected. Total grain protein content varied from 21.4% to 29.2%, for BRS Marataoã and Paulistinha genotypes, respectively. The variation in the concentration of each protein fraction was significant (P<0.05) only for glutelins (basic and acid). The genotypes studied exhibited great similarity in the PAGE electrophoretic profile of the grain protein fractions and also in the mineral content. BRS Paraguaçu genotype exhibited higher Zn content than thegenotypes that have been previously recommended for this characteristic. The lowest phytate grain content was observed in four of the 18 genotypes studied, which also exhibited high protein contents. Although the results did not converge to the selection of a few genotypes, some specific differences were detected that which may be further explored. Considering total grain protein, mineral and phytate contents, the genotype Paulistinha revealed a better balance unveiling high grain total protein content, low grain phytate content and more homogeneous mineral composition.
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- FabÍola V GonÇalves
- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Departamento de Fitotecnia - IA, BR 465, Km 47, 23897-000 Seropédica, RJ, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas - ICBS, BR 465, Km 47, 23897-000 Seropédica, RJ, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Departamento de Fitotecnia - IA, BR 465, Km 47, 23897-000 Seropédica, RJ, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Departamento de Fitotecnia - IA, BR 465, Km 47, 23897-000 Seropédica, RJ, Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Departamento de Genética, Escola Superior de Agricultura "Luiz de Queiroz", v. Pádua Dias, 11, Agronomia, 13418-900 Piracicaba, SP, Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Departamento de Genética, Escola Superior de Agricultura "Luiz de Queiroz", v. Pádua Dias, 11, Agronomia, 13418-900 Piracicaba, SP, Brazil
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de Fátima Garcia B, de Barros M, de Souza Rocha T. Bioactive peptides from beans with the potential to decrease the risk of developing noncommunicable chronic diseases. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2020; 61:2003-2021. [PMID: 32478570 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2020.1768047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Several studies have demonstrated that peptides obtained from the proteins of different bean species have the potential to act on therapeutic targets of noncommunicable chronic diseases or NCDs. However, peptides with great structural diversity can be obtained from the hydrolysis of proteins present in foods. Therefore, the present review had the objective of identifying, in silico, the possibility of obtaining peptides with potential biological activity from the storage globulin proteins of the bean species Phaseolus vulgaris (L.), Vigna angularis (Willd.), Vigna radiata (L.) and Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp., using the UniProtKB, BIOPEP and PeptideRanker databases, as well as reviewing available research reports that showed evidence bioactive properties of peptides obtained from beans via in vitro assays. For all the species studied, the highest frequency of the occurrence of bioactive fragments was found for the inhibition of dipeptidyl peptidase-IV, followed by the inhibition of the angiotensin-converting enzyme and by antioxidant activity. The inhibition of the two enzymes is the therapeutic target of drugs used for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and for hypertension, respectively, while the antioxidant activity can prevent the development of several chronic diseases related to oxidative stress.
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- Bianca de Fátima Garcia
- Department of Food Science and Technology, State University of Londrina - UEL, Londrina, PR, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, State University of Londrina - UEL, Londrina, PR, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, State University of Londrina - UEL, Londrina, PR, Brazil
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Identifying objective quality attributes of functional foods. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND SAFETY OF CROPS & FOODS 2020. [DOI: 10.15586/qas2020.663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Abstract
Purpose
Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) fruit and its rind are known to contain phytochemicals that may have health benefits. The aim of this paper is to investigate the potential hypocholesterolemic effect of watermelon fruit rind (WR) using rats who are fed a high-cholesterol diet.
Design/methodology/approach
Rats were divided into six groups and fed diets for eight weeks containing normal control diet or normal control diet with either 1% cholesterol, 5% WR, 10% WR, 1% cholesterol + 5% WR or 1% cholesterol + 10% WR. Triglycerides, total cholesterol and lipoprotein levels in serum and liver samples were determined, and histopathological examination of liver tissues was carried out.
Findings
Diets containing 1% cholesterol led to hypercholesterolemia, characterized by increased levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoproteins in rat serum and liver samples. Incorporation of 10% WR into the diet of the otherwise hypercholesterolemic rats led to significant reduction in serum levels of total cholesterol (from 266.2 to 222.7 mg/dL) and low-density lipoproteins (from 159.5 to 94.4 mg/dL). In addition, these rats also exhibited improvements in hepatic tissue structure compared to the hypercholesterolemic rats.
Originality/value
These results support the potential use of WR as a hypocholesterolemic agent. Further research is needed to ascertain the hypocholesterolemic effect of WR in human.
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