Peanut as a food source: A review

Abstract

Peanut is a very important crop cultivated across globe. Commercially it is used for oil production however aside from oil, the by-products of peanut contain several alternative useful compounds like proteins, fibres, polyphenols, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals which may be further as a useful ingredient into several processed foods. It's additionally a decent supply of Co-enzyme Q10 and contains all the twenty amino acids with the highest quantity of essential amino acid for example arginine. These bioactive compounds are recognized for having disease preventive properties and are thought to push longevity. The processing ways like preparation and boiling have shown an increase within the concentration of those bioactive compounds. In this review paper, an outline on peanut nutrients, bioactive constituents and their health advantages are bestowed.