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Extraction and Characterization of Betacyanins from Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) [PDF]

open access: yes, 2022
Beetroot has a characteristic red-violet color. This color comes from betacyanins compounds that can be used in food and pharmaceutical products. This study aimed to characterize the betacyanins extracted from beetroot. The extraction process was carried
Azhar, Minda   +2 more
core   +2 more sources

Centesimal Composition, Bioactive Compounds, and Antimicrobial Properties of White (Hylocereus undulatus) and Red (Hylocereus polyrhizus) Pitayas

open access: yesJournal of Food Science, Volume 91, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT This study investigated the centesimal composition, physicochemical properties, bioactive compounds, antimicrobial activity, and anti‐quorum sensing (QS) potential of red pulp (RP; Hylocereus polyrhizus) and white pulp (WP; Hylocereus undulatus) pitayas.
Raíssa Soares Gomes   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Lineage-specific gene radiations underlie the evolution of novel betalain pigmentation in Caryophyllales. [PDF]

open access: yes, 2015
Betalain pigments are unique to the Caryophyllales and structurally and biosynthetically distinct from anthocyanins. Two key enzymes within the betalain synthesis pathway have been identified: 4,5-dioxygenase (DODA) that catalyzes the formation of ...
Fernando Gandia‐Herrero   +12 more
core   +3 more sources

Uncovering the Key Factors Influencing Phytochemical and Phytopharmacological Properties During Medicinal Plant Processing

open access: yeseFood, Volume 7, Issue 1, February 2026.
From farm to pharma, this review details the engineering of quality in medicinal plants through a science‐driven approach: it first elucidates how genetic and environmental factors inscribe the plant's phytochemical and phytopharmacological profile before harvest, and then dissects the postharvest techniques and technologies—chemical and thermal pre ...
Elyas Aryakia
wiley   +1 more source

Sucrose and light induced betalain biosynthesis in callus cultures of bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.)

open access: yesThe Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 2020
An attempt was made to substantiate the optimum sucrose level and light conditions for biosynthesis of betalain pigments (betaxanthins and betacyaninins) from callus cultures of bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.).
PRATIVA ANAND   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Optimizing a Simple Natural Dye Production Method for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells: Examples for Betalain (Bougainvillea and Beetroot Extracts) and Anthocyanin Dyes [PDF]

open access: yes, 2019
We present a study about the sensitizers extracted from natural resources. This paper focuses on how to select, extract and characterize natural dyes, giving some guides to establish a protocol for the whole process of fabricating and using these dyes ...
Ariza Camacho, María Jesús   +1 more
core   +1 more source

Virtual Screening of Phytochemicals From Medicinal Plants as Promising PDE5 Inhibitors Against Erectile Dysfunction

open access: yesFood Science &Nutrition, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
Phytochemicals from Algerian medicinal plants were virtually screened as potential phosphodiesterase‐5 (PDE5) inhibitors for erectile dysfunction therapy. Drug‐likeness and toxicity analyses identified catechin, ellagic acid, and rosmarinic acid as safe, bioavailable candidates.
Farouk Boudou   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hypocholesterolemic effect of red pitaya (Hylocereus sp.) on hypercholesterolemia induced rats [PDF]

open access: yes, 2009
This study was carried out to evaluate the total phenolic content and anti-oxidant activity of methanolic extract of red pitaya, and hypocholesterolemic effect of red pitaya (Hylocereus sp.) on lipid profiles status on hypercholesterolemia induced rats.
Abd Hadi, Norhayati   +5 more
core   +3 more sources

Betalains as Natural Dyes and Applications

open access: yesSains Natural
Betalains are natural pigments that include betacyanin and betaxanthin, found in plants such as beets and cacti. In the food industry, betalains are used as natural colorants due to their color stability and health benefits, including antioxidant and ...
Tasya Fauziah, Okta Suryani
doaj   +1 more source

Red Beetroot Juice Phytochemicals Bioaccessibility: an In Vitro Approach

open access: yesPolish Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences, 2020
Beetroot, the cultivated form of Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris, is known for its various beneficial properties but more critical data about its bioactive compounds digestion is needed.
Ivelina Deseva   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

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