STORAGE PROTEINS CHARACTERIZATION AND MINERALCOMPOSITION OF BLACK CHERRY SEED (PRUNUS SEROTINA)

Abstract

Black cherry kernels is greatly appreciated
and consumed in central Mexico. This seed
represents a valuable resource from the economic point of view and nutrition as it has
a good content of protein and oil. Despite
being known for the amygdalin production
of these seeds, people of the region consume it without any problems of intoxication.
Storage proteins characterization indicates
that it has a high content of albumin. Protein
solubility is better shown at pH values 6, 7
and 12. The elemental composition presents
levels similar to other seed components such
as sulfur (0.11%), phosphorus (0.17%),
calcium (0.07%), magnesium (0.13%), potassium (0.68%) and sodium (0.10%); the
almond shown a high lipid content (almonds
from Mexico city 38%, from Uruapan 45%,
from Tarascan Plateau 41.5%) and also
shows 28% in protein content. Preliminary
studies show differences between the seeds
are consumed (central Mexico) and where
they are not exploited (Uruapan, Tarascan
upland). A further characterization could
enable wider use and use in regions where
there is now wasted