Powdered leaves of ora-pro-nóbis (Pereskia aculeata): An emerging source of proteins, phytochemicals, bioactive compounds, and antioxidants
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Ora-pro-nóbis (Pereskia aculeata) is widely consumed in Brazil in the form of high-temperature cooked food, and its use in other forms is limited due to its high susceptibility, which restricts its potential for larger-scale use. The application of drying techniques aims to extend its shelf life and increase its applications. The objective of this research is to analyze the effect of cryo-drying on ora-pro-nóbis leaves on their nutritional composition, specialized metabolites, bioactive compounds, and antioxidant potential. Results show leaf powders with a high protein content (15.12%), carbohydrate content (60.0%), and a low lipid content (2.76%). In phytochemical terms, there is the presence of alkaloids, coumarins, and tannins, and the bioactive compounds, phenolic groups (55.47), antioxidant activity, ABTS 575.67 and DPPH 191.0 (µmolTE/g), and vitamin C content (160 mg/100 g). The functional groups expressed in the spectroscopy show the presence of amine groups, evidencing the high protein content: its morphology shows the maintenance of the stability of plant membranes and parenchyma in the cryo-drying process, highlighting the presence of fibers (cellulose, hemicellulose). The research shows that the use of lyophilization maintains the bioactive functional composition of ora-pro-nóbis, making it less perishable and with high potential for dietary and medicinal applications.
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