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Ethanolic extract of mango peel
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The ethanolic extract of mango peel is a product obtained from mango peel using ethanol as a solvent for extraction of peel phytochemicals. Using ethanol, other organic solvents or hot water for extraction of fruit compounds, such as from grapes or apples, is a common industrial process. Mango (Mangifera indica) is a tropical and subtropical grown fruit popular for its vibrant color, unique taste, and nutrient content. Mango peel is 15-20% of the overall mass of mango fruit. Phytochemicals Mango peel contains numerous phytochemicals, consisting of more polyphenols than does mango flesh. Mango peel also contains quercetin-3-O-galactoside, mangiferin gallate, isomangiferin gallate, quercetin-3-O-arabinopyranoside, and mangiferin as well as unsaturated fatty acids oleic acid, linoleic acid, and ethyl linoleate.<ref name=ajila2/> |
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