Abstract
Rapeseed meal (RSM) is a by-product of rapeseed oil extraction and is a rich source of bioactive compounds, including proteins and antioxidants. This study compared two methods for extracting antioxidants from RSM: conventional ethanol Soxhlet extraction and supercritical CO2 extraction. These procedures were applied to both native RSM and RSM after protein removal to evaluate their bio-compound composition and potential applications. HPLC-DAD, NMR, and GC/MS analyses revealed a rich polyphenolic profile in the extracts, including the presence of sinapic acid. The concentration of sinapic acid varied depending on the extraction method used. The anti-radical activity of the extracts was also analysed using the DPPH assay, which confirmed the potential of RSM as a source of antioxidants for use in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceutical formulations.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1-16 |
Number of pages | 16 |
Journal | Foods |
Volume | 12 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2023 |
Keywords
- green methods
- polyphenols
- rapeseed meal
- sinapic acid
- supercritical fluid extraction