Chemical Profiles of the Medicinal and Edible Native Super Fruit physalis peruviana L.

الموضوعات : Nutraceutical Foods and Bioactive Extracts (Nutraceutic Foods Bioact. Ext.)

Amir-Mohammad Jame-Bozorgi ¹ , پریسا زیارتی ²

1 - Nutrition and Food Sciences Research center, TeM S.C, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
2 - Halal Research Center of IRI, Food and Drug Administration, Ministry of Health and Medical Education, Tehran, Iran

تاريخ الإرسال : 08 الثلاثاء , ربيع الثاني, 1447 تاريخ التأكيد : 24 الخميس , ربيع الثاني, 1447 تاريخ الإصدار : 09 الأحد , جمادى الثانية, 1447

الکلمات المفتاحية: physalis peruviana , Goldenberry, Nutritional composition, mineral elements, Iran,

ملخص المقالة :

Physalis peruviana L. ( Goldenberry)  belongs to the Solanaceae family and produces a spherical fruit used to treat various diseases. However, the chemical composition, nutritional characterization, and Mineral and trace elements of the P. peruviana    fruits growing in the Urumieh (North West of Iran) have not been conducted so far. The research aims to investigate the chemical composition of cultivated P. peruviana    fruit, providing insights to enhance its use in food applications and facilitate the development of related functional products. Ripe physalis peruviana fruits collected in August 2021 and main trace /mineral elements as well as heavy metals were determined by standard international analytical protocols. The results indicated significantly elevated average levels of selenium, magnesium and potassium: 8.12±0.01, 360.534±0.041 and 328.426 ±0.121 (μg/g ± SE) respectively. The chemical composition and nutritional value of herbal plants and fruits are significantly influenced by environmental factors, including soil composition, atmospheric temperature, light quality, and various other conditions. These factors play a crucial role in shaping their properties and may be the primary reason for variations in the nutritional profile of P. peruviana    cultivated in different regions. Current research reveals that the average concentrations of arsenic, cobalt, cadmium, and lead in all examined samples are well below the maximum limits defined by national standards and the thresholds outlined by FAO/WHO. This suggests no grounds for concern regarding heavy metal contamination. Boasting a rich profile of magnesium, potassium, and various other trace minerals, the native golden-berry stands out as an exceptional super fruit known for its numerous medicinal benefits. Its remarkable qualities position it as a highly lucrative and valuable food product in the food industry and market.

 

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