Antinutrient & Toxicity

Antinutrient and Toxicity ID 208
Crop ID Cole's Wattle
Part Seed
Reported Factor Tanin
Effect Tannins can also reduce protein availability by binding with amino acids and rendering them indigestible as well as inhibited digestion and binding of some micronutrients, in particular non-haem iron.
Cause Toxicity
Cause Allergic Reaction
Reduction Method Tannin levels in acacia seed can be reduced significantly through soaking and cooking.
Notes NULL
Metadata Id 8,919