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Title Bioactive Compounds from Cocoa Husk: Extraction, Analysis and Applications in Food Production Chain
ID_Doc 27403
Authors Belwal, T; Cravotto, C; Ramola, S; Thakur, M; Chemat, F; Cravotto, G
Title Bioactive Compounds from Cocoa Husk: Extraction, Analysis and Applications in Food Production Chain
Year 2022
Published Foods, 11.0, 6
DOI 10.3390/foods11060798
Abstract Cocoa husk is considered a waste product after cocoa processing and creates environmental issues. These waste products are rich in polyphenols, methylxanthine, dietary fibers, and phytosterols, which can be extracted and utilized in various food and health products. Cocoa beans represent only 32-34% of fruit weight. Various extraction methods were implemented for the preparation of extracts and/or the recovery of bioactive compounds. Besides conventional extraction methods, various studies have been conducted using advanced extraction methods, including microwave-assisted extraction (MAE), ultrasonic-assisted extraction (UAE), subcritical water extraction (SWE), supercritical fluid extraction (SFE), and pressurized liquid extraction (PLE). To include cocoa husk waste products or extracts in different food products, various functional foods such as bakery products, jam, chocolate, beverage, and sausage were prepared. This review mainly focused on the composition and functional characteristics of cocoa husk waste products and their utilization in different food products. Moreover, recommendations were made for the complete utilization of these waste products and their involvement in the circular economy.
Author Keywords cocoa husk; extraction and analytical methods; functional foods; bioactive compounds; circular economy
Index Keywords Index Keywords
Document Type Other
Open Access Open Access
Source Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED)
EID WOS:000775396300001
WoS Category Food Science & Technology
Research Area Food Science & Technology
PDF https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/11/6/798/pdf?version=1646908827
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