The Claim
Chemical inhibition of the INO1 enzyme in developing rice and wheat grains reduces phytic acid content by up to 47% without impairing grain yield, mineral content, or seed viability.
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Blocking the INO1 enzyme in rice and wheat grains during development lowers phytic acid levels by up to 47% without reducing the amount of grain produced, the concentration of essential minerals, or the ability of seeds to germinate.
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Chemical inhibition of the INO1 enzyme in developing rice and wheat grains reduces phytic acid content by up to 47% without impairing grain yield, mineral content, or seed viability, suggesting a scalable method to enhance mineral bioavailability in staple crops.
A special chemical binds to a key enzyme in developing rice and wheat seeds, stopping it from making a building block needed for phytic acid. Without this building block, the plant can't produce much phytic acid, so more minerals like iron and zinc remain free and easier for the body to absorb — all without affecting how much grain the plant makes or whether the seeds can grow.
What the research says
1 studyScientists found a way to spray a special chemical on rice and wheat plants while they’re growing seeds, and it cuts down a substance called phytic acid by a lot—without making the plants produce less grain or lose nutrients. This could help people absorb more iron and zinc from their food.
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