Seed storage proteins are a major component of mature seeds. They are utilized as protein sources in foods. We designed seed storage proteins containing bioactive peptides based on their three-dimensional structures. Furthermore, to create crops with enhanced food qualities, we developed transgenic crops producing seed storage proteins with bioactive peptides. This strategy promises to prevent lifestyle-related diseases by simple daily food consumption. In this review, we discuss a strategy to develop transgenic crops to improve human health by advanced utilization of seed storage proteins.
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Maruyama, N., Mikami, B., & Utsumi, S. (2011). The development of transgenic crops to improve human health by advanced utilization of seed storage proteins. Bioscience, Biotechnology and Biochemistry. https://doi.org/10.1271/bbb.100924
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