Optimization of Ultrasound Extraction of Cactus Pear (Opuntia ficus indica) Seed Oil Based on Antioxidant Activity and Evaluation of Its Antimicrobial Activity
The purpose of the present study was to determine the optimal ultrasound conditions (amplitude level and time) for the extraction of cactus pear seed oil with the highest antioxidant activity using a closed system. Seed oil was analyzed for yield, antioxidant activity by ABTS and DPPH, and antimicro...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi-Wiley
2017-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Food Quality |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/9315360 |