A comprehensive review on nutritional contents and functional properties of Gnetum gnemon Linn

This review article is focused on the nutritional constituents and functional properties of Gnetum gnemon Linn. Among the various plant parts, fruit or seed have been utilized and intensively investigated for food products in India and Indonesia. While the leaves may not be as popular as seeds, they protein sources with complete amino acids and high branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). In addition, the plant has high contents of vitamin A, dietary fiber, minerals (potassium, calcium, iron, zinc, phosphorus) and high chlorophylls, which are related to chlorophyllin synthesis, antioxidant activity, anti-diabetes activity, and health benefits against various diseases. Therefore, G. gnemon is considered a candidate plant with high nutritional potential providing a wide range of essential nutrients and health benefits, and can be used safely as raw material for food, nutraceuticals, and medicinal products.

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This review article focuses on the nutritional constituents and functional properties of Gnetum gnemon Linn. The fruit or seed of G. gnemon has been extensively utilized and studied for food products in India and Indonesia. It is a good source of protein with complete amino acids and high branched-chain amino acids. Additionally, G. gnemon has high contents of vitamin A, dietary fiber, minerals, and chlorophylls, which contribute to various health benefits.