Protective Effect of Cocoa Bean Shell against Intestinal Damage: An Example of Byproduct Valorization

Protective Effect of Cocoa Bean Shell against Intestinal Damage: An Example of Byproduct Valorization

Background: Cocoa bean shell (CBS), a main byproduct of cocoa processing, represents a source of components such as polyphenols and methylxanthines, which have been associated with a reduced risk of several diseases. Therefore, CBS has potential application as a food ingredient. Intestinal mucosa is...

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Main Authors: Daniela Rossin, Letricia Barbosa-Pereira, Noemi Iaia, Barbara Sottero, Alice Costanza Danzero, Giuseppe Poli, Giuseppe Zeppa, Fiorella Biasi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:Antioxidants
Subjects:
polyphenols
dietary oxysterols
epithelial barrier
intestinal inflammation
IL-8
MCP-1
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/10/2/280

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