Prosopis spp. functional activities and its applications in bakery products

Conclusions: Pods from the P. alba, juliflora, chilensis, nigra, cineraria, africana, and tamarugo species have been investigated for its nutritive and bioactive properties. The flour from different parts of the pod (epicarp, mesocarp, and seed) had been investigated because of its nutritive effects, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hyperglycemic activities. The ground pod is a suitable ingredient in the formulations of bread, cookies, and gluten-free products.
Source: Trends in Food Science and Technology - Category: Food Science Source Type: research