Effect of Enzymatic Hydrolysis on the Zinc Binding Capacity and in vitro Gastrointestinal Stability of Peptides Derived From Pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L.) Seeds

Effect of Enzymatic Hydrolysis on the Zinc Binding Capacity and in vitro Gastrointestinal Stability of Peptides Derived From Pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L.) Seeds

Zinc is a crucial micronutrient for maintaining body immune system and metabolism function. However, insufficient intake from diet may lead to zinc deficiency and impair normal body function. In addition, conventional zinc salts supplementation has the disadvantage of low bioavailability since the z...

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Main Authors: Dan Lu, Mengyao Peng, Min Yu, Bo Jiang, Hong Wu, Jingjing Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-03-01
Series:Frontiers in Nutrition
Subjects:
pumpkin seed protein
peptides
chelating
zinc
gastrointestinal stability
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2021.647782/full

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