Pulses nonstarch polysaccharides

Uma Tiwari, Charles Brennan

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Abstract

This chapter discuss the non-starch polysaccharides various content in pulses and also detailing its functionality and physiological characteristics. NSP content varies with pulse milling fractions and the chapter discuss the changes with different processing method. The chapter also describe the physiological effects and related health benefits to prevent diseases like obesity, colon cancer etc. Consuming 18 to 30g per day of legumes would increase the fibre and NSP intake and thereby increase the health benefits.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPulse Foods
Subtitle of host publicationProcessing, Quality and Nutraceutical Applications
PublisherElsevier
Pages177-192
Number of pages16
ISBN (Electronic)9780128181843
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2020

Keywords

  • Functionality
  • Legumes
  • NSP
  • Physiological effects
  • Processing

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