The results obtained in this study showed that the highest concentrations
of SA (2 mM), CH (7 lM) and H2O2 (30 mM) improved
germination percentage and radicle size of bean sprouts, reduced
antinutritional content, and increased phenolic compounds and
DPPH scavenging activity. Therefore, the application of chemical
inductors improves the nutritional and nutraceutical quality of
bean seeds during germination, and could be considered as an
alternative technology for the production of low-cost functional
foods, diversifying bean market.