Ref ID:	34960
Ref Type:	Journal Article
Authors:	Butler, Larry G. Pushpamma, P.
Title:	Tannins in betel nut and its products consumed in India: comparison with High-Tannin sorghum
Date:	1991
Source:	Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry
Abstract:	The potential carcinogenic properties of the widely consumered betel nut have been illuminated, but other possible harmful effects of this material have received little attention. Here we show that not only betel nut but also other material popularly consumed with it in betel quid contain very high levels of condensed tannins, which could cause nutritional problems, especially for people whose diets are only marginally adequate. pg 322
Date Created:	6/28/2001
Volume:	39
Page Start:	322
Page End:	326