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Optimization, quality and shelf-life analysis of jam production from blended cactus pear (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) and strawberry (Fragaria) fruits

Discover Food
The cactus pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) is a resilient, nutritious fruit suitable for sustainable food development in semi-arid regions, but faces postharvest challenges like short shelf-life.
Mizan Leul, Tesfay Gebregewergis, Lijalem Tareke Weldeabezgi, Gidey Mehari, Teklehaimanot Fisseha Gebremichael, Kbrom Abera Seyoum, Zenebe Tadesse Tsegay   +6 more
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Aqueous Extract of Opuntia ficus-indica (L. Mill) Cladodes Demonstrates Antidiabetic Effect in Normoglycemic and STZ‐Induced Diabetic Rats

BioMed Research International, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Background Opuntia ficus-indica (L. Mill) cladode is traditionally used for food and for the management of diabetes mellitus (DM), but its scientific basis and mechanisms remain underexplored. Objective The study assessed antidiabetic effects and mechanisms of action of O. ficus-indica aqueous extract (OFIAE).
Nyaradzo Ellen Masango, Ernest Amponsah Asiamah, Orleans Martey, Justice Kwaku Addo, Samuel Kyei, Alex Boye, Yoel A. Klug   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Valorization of Purple Prickly Pear Peel By‐Products: Antiproliferative and Pro‐Apoptotic Effects on Human Colorectal Cancer Cells HCT116

Journal of Food Biochemistry, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Opuntia ficus-indica peel is known to possess antioxidant, anti‐inflammatory, and anticancer activities and currently is discarded or used for animal feeding. Within this context, the aim of this work was to evaluate the antiproliferative and pro‐apoptotic effect of purple prickly pear peel extract (PPE) on the human colon adenocarcinoma cancer cell ...
Yasmany Armas Diaz, Zexiu Qi, Bei Yang, Danila Cianciosi, Luca Mazzoni, Massimiliano Gasparrini, Tamara Y. Forbes Hernandez, José L. Quiles, Rubén Calderón Iglesias, Maurizio Battino, Francesca Giampieri, Prisca-Maryla Henheik   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

Influence of Storage Temperature on Shelf-life of Minimally Processed Cactus Pear Fruits

LWT - Food Science and Technology, 2000
Abstract Cactus pear fruits ( Opuntia ficus indica Mill, cultivar Gialla) were manually peeled, placed in polystyrene trays and packaged with a heat-shrinkable film, then kept at 4 °C and 15 °C for 11 d. After 4, 8 and 11 d chemical-physical, microbiological and sensorial parameters were determined, while in-package gas concentrations were measured ...
PIGA, Antonio, D’Aquino, S, AGABBIO, Mario Carlo Salvatore, Emonti, G, FARRIS, Giovanni Antonio   +4 more
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Nurses’ Perceptions of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Care: A Metaphor Analysis

Nursing Forum, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), one of the most common complications of diabetes, represent a complex care process that extends beyond medical treatment and shapes nurses’ clinical experiences. This study aimed to explore nurses’ perceptions of DFU care through metaphor analysis. A qualitative descriptive design was employed.
Suzan Guven, Shashank Kaushik
wiley   +1 more source

Near-infrared spectrometry for rapid and real-time prediction of specific quality attributes in intact cactus pear fruits (Opuntia ficus-indica L.)

Frontiers in Horticulture
Cactus pear fruits are rich sources of nutritional (essential vitamins, amino acids and minerals) and antioxidant compounds (flavonoids, carotenes, betalains, ascorbic acid and quercetin).
Willis O. Owino, Daisy Lanoi, Daisy Lanoi, Samuel Imathiu, Peter Kahenya, Winnie A. Nyonje, Dennis Yegon, Dennis Yegon   +7 more
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Fruit Waste Potential for Single Cell Protein Production in Addis Ababa City, Ethiopia: A Review

Food Science &Nutrition, Volume 13, Issue 11, November 2025.
Valorization of urban fruit waste for SCP production. ABSTRACT Urban food waste presents a significant environmental challenge, but it also offers a promising opportunity for sustainable protein production. In Addis Ababa, it's estimated that around 70%–74% of municipal solid waste is biodegradable, with a large portion made up of fruit and vegetable ...
Gebeyehu Ayele, Habtamu Admassu, Gadissa Mosisa, Abebe Desalegn, Molla Abeje   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effect of mycorrhizal inoculation on plant growth and medicinal properties of fruits in Opuntia ficus-indica

International Journal of Minor Fruits, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Opuntia ficus-indica (prickly pear) is a drought-tolerant cactus species valued for its nutritional fruits rich in antioxidants and medicinal compounds.
Domenico Prisa
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Progressive Out-of-Season Harvests of Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill.: Quality Traits of Fruit in Response to Weather Variability

Horticulturae
Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill., also named Cactus pear, is a crop widespread in many countries with Mediterranean and subtropical climates, where it represents a valuable source of food. However, in southern Europe, this fruit market is limited to a few
Loretta Bacchetta, Sergio Musmeci, Oliviero Maccioni, Maurizio Mulas   +3 more
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Effect of Application of a Cactus Pear Mucilage-Based Edible Coating Enriched with Glycerol and L-Glutamine on Minimally Processed White-Flesh Loquats

Agronomy
Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica Lindl.), a non-climacteric fruit, is susceptible to physical and mechanical damage, as well as decay, especially after minimal processing, resulting in a short postharvest lifespan The objective of our study was to evaluate ...
Giuseppe Greco, Francesco Gargano, Miriam La Motta, Ignazio Maria Gugino, Giorgia Liguori   +4 more
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