Pereskia aculeata Mill., a species of the family Cactaceae, is considered a non-conventional
leafy vegetable. This species has been consumed mainly for its protein and mineral (iron …

Cape gooseberry (Physalis peruviana L.), also known as goldenberry, is rich in
phytochemicals with potential health-promoting impacts. The diversity of novel products …

Exotic fruits play an important role in nutrition as an excellent base for low calorie and
dietetic products. Highly valued for its unique flavor, texture and color, recent research has …

Plants pythochemicals are extensively known for their advantageous in health to promote
biochemical benefits in the area of reactions, cofactors and inhibitors of enzyme, absorbents …

This review discusses cactus pear fruit with special emphasis on its functional components.
Besides their nutritional importance, their significance in plant physiology is also described …

Highly valued for its unique flavor, texture, and color, recent research has shown cape
gooseberry (Physalis peruviana L.) to be high in many beneficial compounds. The diversity …

Consumer interest in foods with enhanced nutritional quality has increased in recent years.
The nutritional and bioactive characterization of fruits and their byproducts, as well as their …

Abstract Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill, commonly called prickly pear or nopal cactus, belongs
to the Cactaceae family. Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill is a dicotyledonous angiosperm plant …

The constantly increasing demand for nutraceuticals is paralleled by a more pronounced
request for natural ingredients and health-promoting foods. The multiple functional …

The fruits (pitanga) of L.(pitangueira) have pleasant sensory attributes, described as acid,
sweet and exotic flavors, and high content of bioactive compounds with antioxidant effects …