Advances in seed protein research: a perspective on seed allergens

For various reasons, a considerable majority of the global population must rely on plant proteins obtained from cereals, legumes (including oilseeds), fruits, vegetables, and nuts to satisfy dietary protein needs and requirements. Edible seeds are a significant source of proteins in livestock produc...

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Published in:Journal of food science 2005-08, Vol.70 (6), p.r93-r120
Main Authors: Sathe, S.K, Kshirsagar, H.H, Roux, K.H
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
allergenicity
allergens
Allergies
antibody
antigen detection
Biological and medical sciences
cross reaction
epitopes
food allergies
food allergy
Food industries
food safety
Food science
Fruit and vegetable industries
functionality
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
General aspects
literature reviews
Methods of analysis, processing and quality control, regulation, standards
nuts
plant proteins
protein content
Proteins
seed proteins
seed storage proteins
Seeds
storage proteins
tree nut
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Summary:For various reasons, a considerable majority of the global population must rely on plant proteins obtained from cereals, legumes (including oilseeds), fruits, vegetables, and nuts to satisfy dietary protein needs and requirements. Edible seeds are a significant source of proteins in livestock production and in the manufacture of pet foods. In addition, edible seeds are important sources of carbohydrates (including dietary fiber), minerals, and certain vitamins in human and animal food supply. For various reasons, edible seeds are underutilized as human food. To fully exploit this renewable natural resource to its full potential, focused research efforts are warranted. With increased number of seed proteins being identified as food allergens, renewed interest in seed proteins is evident. In this article, a brief overview of seed proteins with special reference to their allergenicity is provided. An attempt is made to identify areas needing further research.
ISSN:0022-1147
1750-3841
DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2621.2005.tb11454.x