Optimization of Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction of Phloretin and Other Phenolic Compounds from Apple Tree Leaves (<i>Malus domestica</i> Borkh.) and Comparison of Different Cultivars from Estonia

Optimization of Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction of Phloretin and Other Phenolic Compounds from Apple Tree Leaves (<i>Malus domestica</i> Borkh.) and Comparison of Different Cultivars from Estonia

Polyphenolic compounds, plant secondary metabolites essential for plant survival, are known for their high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. In addition, several polyphenols, such as phloretin, also have potential antiviral effects, making these compounds potential ingredients of biofuncti...

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Main Authors: Sana Ben-Othman, Hedi Kaldmäe, Reelika Rätsep, Uko Bleive, Alar Aluvee, Toonika Rinken
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-01-01
Series:Antioxidants
Subjects:
<i>Malus domestica</i>
leaves
agri-food waste valorisation
polyphenols
phloretin
antioxidant activity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/10/2/189

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