Germination as a bioprocess for enhancing the quality and nutritional prospects of legume proteins

Proteins are essential macronutrients of the human diet. Currently, major dietary sources in developed countries are of animal origin. However, the association of red meat consumption to the increased risks of some health conditions and its unsustainable pressure on the environment have increased the interest in plant proteins as healthier and sustainable alternatives. Of these, legumes have a great potential, but part of their proteins are...