MARIGOLD FLOWERS: A POTENTIAL NEW SUPERFOOD
By Priyanjana Pramanik, MSc.
Packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, marigolds could be the next superfood!
Study: Nutrients, bioactive compounds and antinutritional properties of marigold genotypes as promising functional food. Image Credit: photo acorn/Shutterstock.com
In a recent article in Scientific Reports, researchers analyzed eight variants of marigolds to evaluate their usefulness as functional foods.
Their assessment of bioactive properties and nutritional composition highlighted beneficial compounds such as antioxidants, minerals, vitamins, lutein, carotenoids, and anthocyanins.
Background
In recent years, ‘functional foods’ that provide health benefits going beyond mere nutritional value have become increasingly popular. Such foods are rich in bioactive compounds that boost immunity, prevent diseases, and promote overall health and well-being.
2025-02-12T10:54:24Z
