ReviewChemistry Central journal2017
A review of phytochemistry, metabolite changes, and medicinal uses of the common sunflower seed and sprouts (Helianthus annuus L.).
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54 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
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- Characterization of Bitter Off-Taste Stimuli in Sunflower Press Cake Using the Sensomics Approach.Journal of agricultural and food chemistry · 2025Article
- Effect of Nanometals and Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) on the Germination Capacity of Seeds and Antioxidative Properties of Seedlings of Sunflower.Plants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Toward a Comprehensive Understanding of Flavor of Sunflower Products: A Review of Confirmed and Prospective Aroma- and Taste-Active Compounds.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
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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.
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