A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the Food Industry

<i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> (black chokeberry) is gaining attention in the food and health sectors due to its rich polyphenolic compounds and potent antioxidant properties. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the current research on the functional applications, bioavailability im...

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Main Authors: Jing Xu, Fusen Li, Meizhu Zheng, Li Sheng, Dongfang Shi, Kai Song
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-12-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/13/24/3557
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Meizhu Zheng
Li Sheng
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Kai Song
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Li Sheng
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Kai Song
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description <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> (black chokeberry) is gaining attention in the food and health sectors due to its rich polyphenolic compounds and potent antioxidant properties. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the current research on the functional applications, bioavailability improvement strategies, and potential uses of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the food industry. The review highlights key developments in processing techniques, such as microencapsulation and nanotechnology, aimed at enhancing the stability and bioavailability of its active compounds. In addition, the paper explores the diversification of <i>Aronia</i> products, including juices, fermented beverages, and functional foods, and the growing market demand. The potential uses of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> leaves and by-products for sustainable production are also examined. Finally, the paper addresses the challenges of consumer acceptance, astringency removal, and the need for further research into the metabolic mechanisms and health benefits of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i>. Future prospects for the <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> industry, particularly its role in natural and sustainable food markets, are discussed, with an emphasis on innovative product development and the efficient use of by-products.
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spelling doaj-art-4e1e9fe213bd4b8780ddb349631b398f2025-08-20T02:57:21ZengMDPI AGPlants2223-77472024-12-011324355710.3390/plants13243557A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the Food IndustryJing Xu0Fusen Li1Meizhu Zheng2Li Sheng3Dongfang Shi4Kai Song5Institute of Innovation Science and Technology, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, ChinaInstitute of Innovation Science and Technology, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, ChinaInstitute of Innovation Science and Technology, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, ChinaJilin Qiu Zhiyuan Ecological Technology Co., Ltd., Siping 136000, ChinaInstitute of Innovation Science and Technology, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, ChinaInstitute of Innovation Science and Technology, Changchun Normal University, Changchun 130032, China<i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> (black chokeberry) is gaining attention in the food and health sectors due to its rich polyphenolic compounds and potent antioxidant properties. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the current research on the functional applications, bioavailability improvement strategies, and potential uses of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the food industry. The review highlights key developments in processing techniques, such as microencapsulation and nanotechnology, aimed at enhancing the stability and bioavailability of its active compounds. In addition, the paper explores the diversification of <i>Aronia</i> products, including juices, fermented beverages, and functional foods, and the growing market demand. The potential uses of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> leaves and by-products for sustainable production are also examined. Finally, the paper addresses the challenges of consumer acceptance, astringency removal, and the need for further research into the metabolic mechanisms and health benefits of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i>. Future prospects for the <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> industry, particularly its role in natural and sustainable food markets, are discussed, with an emphasis on innovative product development and the efficient use of by-products.https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/13/24/3557<i>Aronia melanocarpa</i>polyphenolsantioxidant activitybioavailabilityfunctional foodssustainable development
spellingShingle Jing Xu
Fusen Li
Meizhu Zheng
Li Sheng
Dongfang Shi
Kai Song
A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the Food Industry
Plants
<i>Aronia melanocarpa</i>
polyphenols
antioxidant activity
bioavailability
functional foods
sustainable development
title A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the Food Industry
title_full A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the Food Industry
title_fullStr A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the Food Industry
title_full_unstemmed A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the Food Industry
title_short A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i> in the Food Industry
title_sort comprehensive review of the functional potential and sustainable applications of i aronia melanocarpa i in the food industry
topic <i>Aronia melanocarpa</i>
polyphenols
antioxidant activity
bioavailability
functional foods
sustainable development
url https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/13/24/3557
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