Antioxidant Effects of Citrus reticulata ‘Chachi’ Components
Author Information
Author(s): Xiao Jiahao, Sun Tian, Jiang Shengyu, Xiao Zhiqiang, Shan Yang, Li Tao, Pan Zhaoping, Li Qili, Fu Fuhua, De Santis Diana, Modesti Margherita
Primary Institution: Hunan Agriculture Product Processing Institute, Hunan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, China
Hypothesis
This research investigates the metabolic distinctions and antioxidant properties across different parts of Citrus reticulata ‘Chachi’.
Conclusion
The study found significant metabolic differences among the parts of Citrus reticulata ‘Chachi’, with the dried mature peel showing the highest antioxidant properties.
Supporting Evidence
- The study identified 1622 differentially expressed metabolites across the Citrus parts.
- CP exhibited the highest total phenolic content and antioxidant activity.
- Flavonoids such as nobiletin and tangeretin were most abundant in the peel.
- PU and PWS contained higher levels of flavonoids, particularly hesperidin.
- Network pharmacology analysis predicted key targets for antioxidant effects.
Takeaway
Different parts of the Citrus fruit have different health benefits, and the peel is the best for fighting bad stuff in our bodies.
Methodology
The study used metabolomic analysis and network pharmacology to assess the antioxidant properties and metabolic differences of Citrus reticulata ‘Chachi’.
Limitations
Further studies in animal models are needed to validate the in vivo bioactivity of the components.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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