Antioxidant Activity of Kiwi Fruit (Actindia Chinensis)

Actinidia chinensis (kiwi fruit), also known as golden fruit, has its origin in China. All the plant parts of Actinidia chinensis such as fruit, leaves, vine, and root were used in food products and also used as medicine in China. The Worldwide distribution of the kiwi (Actinidia chinensis) is due to its Nutritional property, economic value and the presence of the various phytoconstituents such as terpenoids, quinones, flavones, phenyl proteinoids and steroids. It is also rich in antioxidant and dietary fibres which are utilized for the production of cellulose and hemicellulose. The Nutritional composition of the Kiwi fruit has distinguishing amount of vitamin C and also several other compounds such as Minerals, Vitamin E and Carotenoids and these are used to protect DNA. It has a high amount of medicinal and Nutritional value and also provides various health benefits. In traditional medicine of China, Kiwi fruit is also used in the treatment of Edema, Pyorrhea, gingivitis, Hepatitis, maintenance of blood glucose level, asthma, fight against muscular degenerative diseases and reduces the risk of blood clots and also used in Cancer treatment. Recently researchers have updated that Kiwi fruit has beneficial Physiological effect on the human body through clinical studies. It has been proven that Kiwi has Anti-Oxidant property and relieves Oxidative stress which was the Major cause of Diseases. This article is an overview of kiwi fruit, its nutritional benefits and its antioxidant effect.

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Inulin: Potential prebiotic

Medicinski pregled ◽

10.2298/mpns0904153s ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 62 (3-4) ◽

pp. 153-156 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Zdenka Sokic ◽

Jasmina Knezevic ◽

Miroslav Vrvic

Keyword(s):

Pathogenic Bacteria ◽

Calcium Absorption ◽

Chemical Properties ◽

Nutritional Composition ◽

Serum Triglycerides ◽

Mineral Absorption ◽

Fermentation Products ◽

Postprandial Glycemia ◽

Osmotic Effect ◽

Nutritional Benefits

Introduction. Prebiotic factor, such as inulin, is able to stimulate the growth of bifidobacteria selectively at the expense of more putrefactive bacteria. Chemical structure - Inulin has been defined as carbohydrate material consisting of ? (2-1) fructosyl-fructose links. Physical and chemical properties - Chicory inulin is available as white, odourless powders. The taste is neutral or slightly sweet. Caloric value - The value of 1.5 kcal/g is generally used. Improvement of lipid metabolism - The consumption of fructans reduces serum triglycerides and sometimes also cholesterol in healthy volunteers who were hyperlipidemic. Modulation of gut microflora - Inulin induces effects on gut function, such as a reduction of intestinal pH, relief of constipation, increased stool weight and frequency. Intestinal acceptability - Osmotic effect leads to an increased presence of water in the colon. The second effect is caused by the fermentation products. Suitability for diabetics - Inulin has been shown to reduce postprandial glycemia and insulinemia. Reduction of cancer risk - The production of toxic metabolites may be reduced by increasing the proportion of healthier colonic micro flora, which competes with pathogenic bacteria to reduce the levels of toxin and carcinogenic-producing enzymes. Increase in mineral absorption. The increase in calcium absorption did not negatively alter the absorption of other minerals. Food applications - Inulin improves organoleptic quality and a better-balanced nutritional composition. Perspectives - Fundamental mechanisms governing the nutritional benefits of inulin need to be further investigated. Conclusion. Inulin represents a key ingredient that offers new opportunities to food industry, which is constantly seeking well balanced, yet better tasting.

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Nutritional, antinutritional and phenological characterization of promising forage species for animal feeding in a cold tropical zone

Revista de Ciencias Agrícolas ◽

10.22267/rcia.213801.152 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 38 (1) ◽

pp. 86-96

Author(s):

Lesvy Ramos ◽

José Edmundo Apráez ◽

Kris Stephany Cortes ◽

José Julián Apráez

Keyword(s):

Nutritional Composition ◽

Matter Content ◽

Dry Matter Content ◽

Tropical Zone ◽

High Dry Matter ◽

Crude Fiber Content ◽

Genista Monspessulana ◽

Animal Feeding ◽

Low Levels ◽

Nutritional Benefits

The search for forages with high biomass production and high nutritional content has made it possible to find food alternatives that, due to their nutritional benefits and resistance to adverse environmental factors, are the best option for herbivores. With the knowledge of farmers, producers and the experience of researchers, 12 species most frequently used in animal feeding were selected, identified and classified in the University's PSO herbarium of the University of Nariño. These were phenologically, nutritionally and antinutritionally characterized. Of these species, four belonged to the Asteraceae family; the Fabaceae, Adoxaceae and Malvaceae families were represented by two species; the Salicaceae and Cucurbitaceae families were represented by one and were propagated in nursery. In the nutritional composition, the Retamo (Genista monspessulana) stood out for its high dry matter content with 34.2%. Unlike the Chauchilla (Cyclanthera brachystachya), with 8.79%, the Sauco (Sambucus peruviana) had a higher content of protein 25.93%, followed by Abutilon (Abutilon pictum) with 23.42%. Chauchilla (Cyclanthera brachystachya) had the highest crude fiber content, with 21.59%, NDF of 38.06%, and FDA 27.23%. Tannins were the most common secondary metabolites in the species evaluated with moderate or low levels; sterols were present at low levels, and saponins and alkaloids yielded negative values.

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Extraction Optimization of Polyphenols from Waste Kiwi Fruit Seeds (Actinidia chinensis Planch.) and Evaluation of Its Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties

Molecules ◽

10.3390/molecules21070832 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 21 (7) ◽

pp. 832 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

Jianjun Deng ◽

Qingqing Liu ◽

Chao Zhang ◽

Wei Cao ◽

Daidi Fan ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Actinidia Chinensis ◽

Kiwi Fruit ◽

Extraction Optimization ◽

Anti Inflammatory

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Extraction, Isolation, Characterization and Antioxidant Potential of Pure Compounds from Adonsonia digitata Leaf extract

10.21203/rs.2.19492/v1 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Isaac John Umaru ◽

Hauwa A. Umaru ◽

Fasihuddin Badruddin Ahmed

Keyword(s):

Leaf Extract ◽

Bioactive Compound ◽

Biological Properties ◽

Antioxidant Potential ◽

Chemical Components ◽

Plant Parts ◽

Chromatography Analysis ◽

Isolation And Characterization ◽

Pure Compounds ◽

Anti Oxidant

Abstract Introduction Adonsonia digitata L. (Malvaceae) commonly known as Baobab is a medicinal and nutritional plant. The plant parts are used to treat various ailments such as diarrhoea, malaria and microbial infections. It is reported that it is an excellent anti-oxidant due to its vitamin C content. Baobab has numerous biological properties including antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory activities amongst others. Objective: The study involves extraction, Isolation, Characterisation of phytochemicals and evaluation of antioxidant potential of the pure compounds. Methods: The dried leaf powder was subjected to rotary evaporator to obtain crude extract which was subjected to isolation using chromatography analysis and elucidation using NMR and FTIR. Antioxidant (IC 50 ) potential was determined using 2,2-diphenyl-1- picryl-hydrazyl-hydrate (DPPH). Result: Phytochemical investigation of the Baobab leaf extract through isolation and characterization of a bioactive compound was observed. The leaf extract yielded three compound characterised as D-Limonene, Thunbergol and (z)-2-Methyl-7-octadecene. Conclusion: The analysis of the chemical component reported identified compounds from Baobab leaf as; D-Limonene; ( 1 ) Thunbergol ( 2 ) and Cis-2-Methyl-7-octadecene ( 3 ) with significant antioxidant potential. The chemical components were identified for the first time.

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Nutritional composition of Patagonian marine gastropods during reproductive seasonality

Journal of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom ◽

10.1017/s0025315420000454 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 100 (4) ◽

pp. 567-576

Author(s):

Mariano Cumplido ◽

Carmen Marinho ◽

Gregorio Bigatti

Keyword(s):

Glycogen Content ◽

Atlantic Coast ◽

Economic Value ◽

International Markets ◽

Nutritional Composition ◽

Western Atlantic ◽

Nutritional Values ◽

Marine Gastropods ◽

Complementary Resources ◽

The Mean

AbstractMarine gastropods are consumed worldwide due to their nutritional quality, having important economic value in international markets. In the gulfs of Northern Patagonia (Argentina), marine gastropods are captured as complementary resources during bivalve artisanal fisheries. In this study, we determined the biochemical composition during the reproductive cycle of four edible marine gastropods abundant along the South-western Atlantic coast: Odontocymbiola magellanica, Buccinanops deformis, Buccinanops cochlidium and Trophon geversianus. All the studied species presented high protein (36–70.8%), low lipids (0.02–1.50%) and intermediate glycogen content (3.22–14.08%). The main oviposition season was during spring and summer. The mean nutritional values indicate that the species studied provide a good source of nutrients appropriate to the human diet, reaffirming their value as a commercial resource. Taking into account the nutritional contribution and the reproductive season, the best period for the capture of these resources is during summer for O. magellanica and T. geversianus, and during autumn for B. deformis and B. cochlidium. This work will help promote the consumption of Patagonian gastropods while ensuring their responsible capture, contributing to the sustainability of these valuable resources.

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First Evidence of Halyomorpha halys (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae) Infesting Kiwi Fruit (Actinidia chinensis) in Greece1

Journal of Entomological Science ◽

10.18474/jes18-19.1 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 53 (3) ◽

pp. 402-405 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Stefanos S. Andreadis ◽

Emmanouel I. Navrozidis ◽

Argyris Farmakis ◽

Athanassios Pisalidis

Keyword(s):

Halyomorpha Halys ◽

Actinidia Chinensis ◽

Kiwi Fruit

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Nutritional quality of the fresh and processed grey mullet (Mugilidae) products: a short review including data concerning fish from freshwater

Aquatic Living Resources ◽

10.1051/alr/2018026 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 32 ◽

pp. 2 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Ines Ben Khemis ◽

Neila Hamza ◽

Saloua Sadok

Keyword(s):

Unsaturated Fatty Acids ◽

Economic Value ◽

Short Review ◽

Essential Amino Acids ◽

Human Consumption ◽

Potential Health ◽

Health Authorities ◽

Grey Mullets ◽

Nutritional Benefits

This short review compiles the data concerning the quality of flesh, processed roe and smoked fillets of grey mullets (Mugilidae), including when available the data concerning the fish from freshwater and in particular those from Tunisian reservoirs. The biochemical and mineral composition of the fish, the nutritional benefits and the potential health risks related to the consumption of fish products are discussed with regard to human health, taking into consideration the nutritional recommendations and normative toxicological limits defined by leading health authorities. Flesh proximal compositions of fish from freshwater are relatively scarce, but the few available lipid data are within the very large proximal range (from less than 1% to more than 11%) reported for grey mullets in general. Most of the studies reveal the predominance of unsaturated fatty acids with a substantial proportion ω3 type not only for fish from marine environment but also for those from freshwater. Flesh constitutes a source of essential amino acids and mineral nutrients too. The mullets are generally reported to be safe for human consumption except the fish from heavily contaminated zones. Globally, it should be regarded as an interesting contribution to a healthy diet. The mullets are also greatly appreciated for the production of salted and dried roe as well as smoked fillets, which allow increasing their economic value while preserving products health beneficial attributes. Data concerning processing mullet's roe from freshwater are missing, but it may be supposed that these roes have acceptable texture, taste and flavour as they are highly sought by connoisseurs. It is recommended to perform studies on the qualities of freshwater mullet's roe and to look for labelling the origin for both the roes and the smoked fillets of mullet from Tunisian reservoirs dedicated to the production of drinking water as it would guarantee that the fish come from unpolluted environments.

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A Comprehensive Review on Chemical and Pharmacological Potential of Viola betonicifolia: A Plant with Multiple Benefits

Molecules ◽

10.3390/molecules24173138 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 24 (17) ◽

pp. 3138

Author(s):

Komal Rizwan ◽

Shakeel Ahmad Khan ◽

Ikram Ahmad ◽

Nasir Rasool ◽

Muhammad Ibrahim ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Neurological Diseases ◽

Economic Value ◽

Nutritional Composition ◽

Pharmacological Properties ◽

Human Beings ◽

Therapeutic Uses ◽

Cosmetic Industry ◽

Pharmacological Potential ◽

Pharmaceutical Agents ◽

Promising Source

Viola betonicifolia (Violaceae) is commonly recognized as “Banafsha” and widely distributed throughout the globe. This plant is of great interest because of its traditional, pharmacological uses. This review mainly emphases on morphology, nutritional composition, and several therapeutic uses, along with pharmacological properties of different parts of this multipurpose plant. Different vegetative parts of this plant (roots, leaves, petioles, and flowers) contained a good profile of essential micro- and macronutrients and are rich source of fat, protein, carbohydrates, and vitamin C. The plant is well known for its pharmacological properties, e.g., antioxidant, antihelminthic, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and has been reported in the treatment of various neurological diseases. This plant is of high economic value. The plant has potential role in cosmetic industry. This review suggests that V. betonicifolia is a promising source of pharmaceutical agents. This plant is also of significance as ornamental plant, however further studies needed to explore its phytoconstituents and their pharmacological potential. Furthermore, clinical studies are needed to use this plant for benefits of human beings.

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