Molecules (Aug 2022)

A Review with Updated Perspectives on Nutritional and Therapeutic Benefits of Apricot and the Industrial Application of Its Underutilized Parts

  • Maryam Haroon Al-Soufi,
  • Hussah Abdullah Alshwyeh,
  • Haifa Alqahtani,
  • Safa Khalil Al-Zuwaid,
  • Fatimah Othman Al-Ahmed,
  • Fatima Taher Al-Abdulaziz,
  • Daniya Raed,
  • Khaoula Hellal,
  • Nurul Hidayah Mohd Nani,
  • Siti Norliyana Zubaidi,
  • Nurul Syahidah Mio Asni,
  • Hamizah Shahirah Hamezah,
  • Nurkhalida Kamal,
  • Hessah Al-Muzafar,
  • Ahmed Mediani

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules27155016
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 27, no. 15
p. 5016

Abstract

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Fruits maintain the image as the richest sources of vitamins. Focusing on apricots, utilization of apricot species for many applications is possible due to its various benefits. Many research studies demonstrated different perspectives of apricot, especially in medical used as it can act as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial agents. Moreover, in the industrial sectors, apricots can be used in the production of biofuels and batteries. All components of the apricot fruit, including seeds and kernels have been found to possess significant interest. This review is to breach the knowledge gap regarding the key nutrients and chemicals of apricot fruit, contributing to its health-promoting properties to emphasize the noble importance of this fruit in the diet and in the management of several diseases. We also cover the application of apricots in the industry that could be developed as a promising and sustainable source.

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