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The aim is to evaluate the nutritional and technological properties of Cyperus rotundus tubers as a food resource.

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Randomized trial evaluates nutritional properties of Cyperus rotundus tubers, suggesting their potential in modern food systems.

The aim is to evaluate the nutritional and technological properties of Cyperus rotundus tubers as a food resource.
Comprehensive chemical and metabolomic profiling of Cyperus rotundus tubers
Proximate and elemental analysis using ICP-MS
In vitro digestion studies to assess digestive behaviour
High total dietary fibre content of 39.05 g/100 g FW, mainly insoluble fibre
Identification of 37 metabolites, including amino acids and bioactive compounds
Promising techno-functional properties with stable foaming and oil-holding capacities

Giorgi et al. (2026) studied this question.

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