Phenols have been widely studied and confirmes to posses diverse bioactivities which could be beneficial to human health. Alfalfa seeds (Medico sativa L.), but also the soy beens (Glycine max L.) which will be part of this study, belong to the Fabaceae family, generally known by their often edible seeds. Nutritional properties of Fabaceae have been investigated for a long time and the legumes have been shown to have many beneficial health effects. In addition to this two plants, clary sage (Salvia sclarea) is another important surse of health-promoting phytochemicals. Flavonoids are polyphenolic compounds with potential beneficial effects on the menopausal symptoms.
The object of the present research is to analyze polyphenolic compounds and antioxidant activity of alfalfa sprouts, after a day until seven days of germination. A hydroalcoholic extract and ultrasound assited extraction performed a good polyphenolic compounds and a higher antioxidant activity level in the second, third, sixht and seventh day of germination. In this study it was found that the sprouts are a good source of bioactive compounds in our diet with health-promoting antioxidants.
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