POMEGRANATE EXTRACTION AND ITS THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS
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Punica granatum, Extraction methods, Bioactive compounds, Therapeutic applicationsAbstract
The present work focuses on the study of the extraction methods of the bioactive compounds present in the pomegranate (Punica granatum) and their relevance to human health. The main objective is to describe, in a clear and accessible way, the techniques used to extract active substances from the fruit, such as aqueous, alcoholic and ultrasonic extraction, evidencing the potential of each approach in preserving and obtaining the main bioactive components. The justification for choosing this theme lies in the growing scientific and social interest in the benefits of pomegranate, whose compounds, widely distributed in peel and seeds, demonstrate antioxidant, cardioprotective properties and possible anticancer effects. Approaching extraction methods in a judicious way allows us to identify which techniques are most effective to ensure the chemical integrity of these substances, expanding their applications in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food products. Thus, the study intends to contribute to the understanding of how the efficient use of natural resources can result in concrete advances for health promotion, motivating researchers and professionals in the area to explore the therapeutic potential of pomegranate in an ethical, sustainable and innovative way.
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