Phenolic Profiling of Berries Waste and Determination of Their Antioxidant Potential
April 2022
in “
Journal of Food Quality
”
TLDR Blueberry waste has the highest phenolic content and antioxidant potential among the berries studied.
The study evaluated the phenolic content and antioxidant potential of waste from blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries, with blueberry waste showing the highest phenolic content and antioxidant activity. A total of 87 phenolic compounds were identified, with blueberries having the most diverse phenolic profile. The research suggested that phenolics from berry waste could be repurposed in food, feed, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries, offering a sustainable solution to food waste. The study highlighted the potential of compounds like sinapic acid for their antioxidant and hair growth-promoting effects. Further research on bioavailability, bioaccessibility, and toxicology was recommended to facilitate commercialization.