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Jyotirmoy Goyary Chetan Balram Khobragade Mehul Chudasama Sandeep B Kalse

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Wood apple (Aegle marmelos), also known as "bael" is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia. It holds significant importance in traditional medicine and has been recognized for its numerous health benefits. This review aims to explore the processing techniques of wood apple and highlight its potential health-promoting properties. The processing of wood apple involves several steps, including harvesting, ripening, and extraction of pulp. The extracted pulp can be consumed fresh or processed into various forms, such as juice, jams, syrups, or even used as an ingredient in culinary preparations. It is a good source of vitamins (especially vitamin C), minerals, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. The fruit is also known for its unique blend of bioactive compounds, including tannins, flavonoids, and alkaloids. These constituents contribute to its diverse health benefits.
The fruit exhibits antimicrobial properties and helps combat bacterial and fungal infections. It also has hypoglycemic effects, potentially benefiting individuals with diabetes. The presence of bioactive compounds in wood apple suggests potential anticancer properties, although further research is needed in this area. Understanding the processing techniques and health-promoting properties of wood apple can provide valuable insights for the food industry and contribute to its integration into a healthy diet.

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GOYARY, Jyotirmoy et al. A systematic review on processing and health benefits of wood apple. Food Science and Applied Biotechnology, [S.l.], v. 7, n. 2, p. 368-379, oct. 2024. ISSN 2603-3380. Available at: <https://www.ijfsab.com/index.php/fsab/article/view/312>. Date accessed: 23 jan. 2025. doi: https://doi.org/10.30721/fsab2024.v7.i2.312.