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Article
Tuna and Tamarind: Functional Foods
Author(s)
Edmundo Arias Torres and Imilla I. Arias Olguín
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DOI:10.17265/2162-5298/2025.03.003
Affiliation(s)
Department of Applied Technology, Mexican Institute of Appropriate Technologies, S. C. Mexico City, Code. 07270, México
ABSTRACT
Tuna comes from the prickly pear cactus, which is grown in infertile
soils and severely drought-stricken conditions. Its nutritional properties are
little known and its cost is very affordable. Tamarind grows in warm, semi-dry
climates; it can withstand drought and seasonal flooding. The seeds, leaves,
flowers, fruits, and even the wood can be harvested. It has nutritional
properties.
KEYWORDS
Tuna, tamarind, functional foods.
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