Authors

Jorge G. Figueroa, Isabel Borrás-Linarés, Raquel del Pino García, José Antonio Curiel, Jesús Lozano-Sánchez, Antonio Segura-Carretero.

Abstract

Avocado peel is a by-product obtained in large quantities in the food industry without further applications despite its richness in bioactive compounds. In this context, a “green efficient” microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) was optimized to maximize the extraction of bioactive polyphenols.

Importance for the Red Tecnomifood

The article delves into the possible applications of the food industry of this extract as a functional food ingredient or as a nutraceutical with antioxidant and anti-aging activities.