Mandal, S.; Kumar Singh, V.; Chaudhary, D.; Kaur, A.; Kumar, R.; Panwar, A.; Ojre, A.; Kumar Singh, R.; Kaushik, P. From Grain to Gain: Revolutionizing Maize Nutrition. Preprints2023, 2023092089. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202309.2089.v1
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Mandal, S., Kumar Singh, V., Chaudhary, D., Kaur, A., Kumar, R., Panwar, A., Ojre, A., Kumar Singh, R., & Kaushik, P. (2023). From Grain to Gain: Revolutionizing Maize Nutrition. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202309.2089.v1
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Mandal, S., Ramesh Kumar Singh and Prashant Kaushik. 2023 "From Grain to Gain: Revolutionizing Maize Nutrition" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202309.2089.v1
Abstract
This chapter explores the pivotal role of maize (Zea mays L.) in global nutrition, emphasizing its status as a staple food worldwide. It discusses maize's complex nutritional profile, including macronutrients, micronutrients, and dietary fiber. The chapter also covers biofortification efforts to enhance maize with essential nutrients, addresses nutritional concerns related to maize-centric diets, and explores genetic modification and agronomic strategies to boost nutrient-rich maize yields. Additionally, it delves into maize processing traditions, nutrient retention techniques, and the importance of promoting nutrient-rich maize varieties. The chapter outlines post-harvest strategies to combat nutrient loss and prevent contamination while emphasizing the significance of consumer education and diverse diets. Case studies illustrate the impact of improved maize nutrition and provide replicable strategies. The chapter concludes by considering emerging research and technology, identifying challenges, and proposing solutions to enhance maize's nutritional value in the future.
Keywords
maize; global nutrition; macronutrients; biofortification; genetic modification; maize processing
Subject
Biology and Life Sciences, Agricultural Science and Agronomy
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