Analytical methods for the analysis of antinutritional factors in legume seeds

In this short review the more recent analytical methods described in the li terature, for anti-nutritional factors (ANFs) in legume seeds are discussed . Traditional methods are also sometimes included, particularly, when they are still widely used. Brief descriptions and the main properties of these non-nutrient components are given. The ANFs reviewed are lectins, trypsin i nhibitors, tannins, antigenic proteins, alkaloids, phytic acid and alpha-ga lactosides.