Carob Kibble: A Bioactive‐Rich Food Ingredient. Issue 1 (18th November 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Nasar‐Abbas, Syed M.; e‐Huma, Zill‐; Vu, Thi‐Huong; Khan, Muhammad Kamran; Esbenshade, Henry; Jayasena, Vijay
• Is Part Of: Comprehensive reviews in food science and food safety. Volume 15:Issue 1(2016)
• Page Start: 63
• Page End: 72
• Publication Date: 2015-11-18
• Subjects: anti‐inflammatory -- antioxidant activity -- kibble -- pinitol -- polyphenols; Food -- Research -- Periodicals; Food -- Safety measures -- Periodicals; 664.0072
• DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.12177
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1541-4337

Abstract

Abstract: Carob ( Ceratonia siliqua L.) is well known for its valuable locust bean gum obtained from the carob seeds. Separation of seeds from the pod leaves behind the carob kibble which is a good source of dietary fiber, sugars, and a range of bioactive compounds such as polyphenols and pinitol. Bioactive compounds present in carob kibble have been found to be beneficial in the control of many health problems such as diabetes, heart diseases, and colon cancer due to their antidiabetic, antioxidant, and anti‐inflammatory activities. Carob kibble has substantial potential to be used as a food ingredient. This article focuses on the composition, health benefits, and food applications of carob kibble.