Among the options listed below, pulses are deficient in which of the following?
(a) Lysine
(b) Methionine
(c) Cysteine
(d) Both (b) and (c)
The correct answer to this question is option (d). Both (b) and (c)
Pulses are well known for being protein-rich sources of food, which have ample amounts of nutrients and fibres too. Pulses come under the Leguminosae family; all pulses are legumes, but not all legumes are pulses. Pulses are largely consumed by humans and some animals in the form of dry grains.
As compared to cereals, pulses are higher in folate, magnesium, iron, and zinc. However, pulses have a limited amount of essential amino acids. Some examples of essential amino acids include cystine, methionine, and tryptophan. Pulses also contain riboflavin, thiamine, fat, vitamin B6, etc.
Pulses have 20-25% protein and 60-65% carbohydrates, wherein proteins are classified into globulin and albumin. Starch accounts for major carbohydrates. Despite all the vital minerals, pulses are hard to digest. It is because pulses inhibit the enzymes that facilitate digestion.
Related Links:
- What Is the Difference between Cereals and Pulses?
- Difference between Lentils and Pulses
- What Is a Pulse?
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