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Review
. 2017 Sep 29;11(1):95.
doi: 10.1186/s13065-017-0328-7.

A review of phytochemistry, metabolite changes, and medicinal uses of the common sunflower seed and sprouts (Helianthus annuus L.)

Shuangshuang Guo  1 , Yan Ge  2 , Kriskamol Na Jom  3
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Review

A review of phytochemistry, metabolite changes, and medicinal uses of the common sunflower seed and sprouts (Helianthus annuus L.)

Shuangshuang Guo et al. Chem Cent J. .

Abstract

The sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) seed and sprout is a ubiquitous crop with abundant nutrients and biological activities. This review summarizes the nutritional and medical importance currently recognized but under-researched concerning both seed and sprout highlighting the potential benefits of their phytochemical constituents including phenolic acids, flavonoids and tocopherols. Furthermore, the dynamic metabolite changes which occur during germination and biological activities are evaluated. The aim is to provide scientific evidence for improving the dietary and pharmaceutical applications of this common but popular crop as a functional food.

Keywords: Biological activities; Chemical constituents; Metabolites; Nutritive value; Sunflower seeds.

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Structures of chemical components of Asteraceae. Chalcone [1-1], aurone [1-2], flavone: R=H apigenin, R=OH luteolin [1-3], flavonol: R=H kaempferol, R=OH quercetin [1-4], isoflavone [1-5], isoflavone (genistein) [1-6], dihydroflavonol [1-7], R1, R2, R3, R4=H: quinic acid [1-8], p-coumaroyl (pCo)[1-9], caffeoyl (C) [1-10], feruloyl (F) [1-11], 5-O-caffeoylquinic acid [1-12]
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