Biofortification of pea (Pisum sativum L.): A Review.
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DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.11059
Abstract: Biofortification refers to an approach to increase micronutrient concentrations in the edible parts of plants with increased bioavailability to the human population. Conventional, agronomic and transgenic breeding methods can be used to develop these biofortified… read more here.
Keywords: pea; pea pisum; pisum sativum; sativum review ... See more keywords
Selenium biofortification in the 21st century: status and challenges for healthy human nutrition
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DOI: 10.1007/s11104-020-04635-9
Abstract: Selenium (Se) is an essential element for mammals and its deficiency in the diet is a global problem. Plants accumulate Se and thus represent a major source of Se to consumers. Agronomic biofortification intends to… read more here.
Keywords: plant; biofortification 21st; selenium biofortification; agronomic biofortification ... See more keywords
Microbial-assisted and genomic-assisted breeding: a two way approach for the improvement of nutritional quality traits in agricultural crops
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DOI: 10.1007/s13205-019-1994-z
Abstract: Both human and animals, for their nutritional requirements, mainly rely on the plant-based foods, which provide a wide range of nutrients. Minerals, proteins, vitamins are among the nutrients which are essential and need to be… read more here.
Keywords: microbial assisted; assisted genomic; assisted breeding; approach ... See more keywords
Biofortification of Forage Peas with Combined Application of Selenium and Zinc Under Mediterranean Conditions
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DOI: 10.1007/s42729-020-00360-5
Abstract: Agronomic biofortification can be used to alleviate the deficient intake of selenium (Se) and zinc (Zn) by livestock. These two essential micronutrients for human and animals play an important role in many physiological functions and… read more here.
Keywords: forage peas; mediterranean conditions; application; forage ... See more keywords
Assessment of Biofortification Approaches Used to Improve Micronutrient-Dense Plants That Are a Sustainable Solution to Combat Hidden Hunger
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DOI: 10.1007/s42729-021-00663-1
Abstract: Malnutrition causes diseases, immune system disorders, deterioration in physical growth, mental development, and learning capacity worldwide. Micronutrient deficiency, known as hidden hunger, is a serious global problem. Biofortification is a cost-effective and sustainable agricultural strategy… read more here.
Keywords: biofortification; hidden hunger; micronutrient dense; biofortification approaches ... See more keywords
Agronomic biofortification of zinc in rice: Influence of cultivars and zinc application methods on grain yield and zinc bioavailability
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DOI: 10.1016/j.fcr.2017.05.023
Abstract: Zinc biofortification in rice can be improved by altering Zn application timing and placement and cultivar choice. We made a comprehensive assessment on this, analysing Zn, Fe and phytic acid in whole grains and processed… read more here.
Keywords: grain yield; rice; zinc; bioavailability ... See more keywords
Selenium biofortification in Hericium erinaceus (Lion's Mane mushroom) and its in vitro bioaccessibility.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2020.127287
Abstract: Hericium erinaceus is a traditional edible mushroom. Selenium (Se) is an essential trace element for humans and other mammals. To develop a Se biofortification strategy for H. erinaceus, the effects of selenate, selenite, and selenomethionine… read more here.
Keywords: bioaccessibility; mushroom; biofortification; hericium erinaceus ... See more keywords
Enhancing the nutritional value of Portulaca oleracea L. by using soilless agronomic biofortification with zinc.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111057
Abstract: Zinc (Zn) plays a crucial role for human health. Zn deficiency is a common problem worldwide, causing health problems specifically related with detrimental effects on immune system. In this study we used hydroponic floating system… read more here.
Keywords: nutritional value; value portulaca; enhancing nutritional; biofortification ... See more keywords
Selenium biofortification in food crops: Key mechanisms and future perspectives
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jfca.2020.103615
Abstract: Abstract Selenium (Se) is an essential micronutrient for animal and humans; however, its essentiality in plants is yet to be established. Nevertheless, its beneficial role is reported in crop plants particularly under biotic and abiotic… read more here.
Keywords: crops key; biofortification food; selenium biofortification; biofortification ... See more keywords
Zinc in plants: integrating homeostasis and biofortification.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.molp.2021.12.008
Abstract: Zinc plays many essential roles in life. As a strong Lewis acid that lacks redox activity under environmental and cellular conditions, the Zn2+ cation is central in determining protein structure and catalytic function of nearly… read more here.
Keywords: integrating homeostasis; biofortification; zinc plants; zinc ... See more keywords
Enhancing iodine content and fruit quality of pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) through biofortification
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scienta.2016.11.030
Abstract: Abstract Iodine is an essential trace element for human health. Its deficiency in biogeochemical environment affects about two billion people worldwide. Besides universal salt iodization, the biofortification of crops with iodine has been proposed as… read more here.
Keywords: fruit; biofortification; fruit quality; quality pepper ... See more keywords