Valorization of Agro-Food Plant Wastes: Bioactive Compound Profiles and Biotechnological Potential of Twenty Crops
Memorial University of Newfoundland · Tepatitlán's Institute for Theoretical Studies · +2 more institutions
Abstract
Valorizing fruit and vegetable residues as renewable sources of bioactive compounds (BCs) is critical for advancing sustainable biotechnology. This review (i) assesses the occurrence, diversity and functionality of BCs in 20 edible plant residues; (ii) compares and classify them by botanical family and residue type; (iii) reviews and evaluates the efficiency of conventional and green extraction and characterization techniques for recovering phytochemical and isolating phenolics (e.g., flavonoids and anthocyanins), carotenoids, alkaloids, saponins, and essential oils; and (iv) examines the BCs’ environmental, medical, and industrial applications. It synthesizes current knowledge on the phytochemical potential…
Citation impact
- FWCI
- 43.37
- Percentile
- 99%
- References
- 147
Authors
9- NMNoori M. Cata SaadyCorresponding
Memorial University of Newfoundland
- AVAlejandro Vázquez Hernández
Memorial University of Newfoundland, Tepatitlán's Institute for Theoretical Studies
- KLKarla Lucia Flores Servin
Universidad de Guanajuato, Memorial University of Newfoundland
- JZJose Zuniga Rodriguez
Memorial University of Newfoundland
- MAMd Ariful Haque
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Topics & keywords
- Phytochemical
- Polyphenol
- Hydroxytyrosol
- Bioproducts
- Biocompatible material
- Biorefinery
- Food industry
- Food waste
- Responsible consumption and production