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Review
. 2023 Mar 17;28(6):2711.
doi: 10.3390/molecules28062711.

Bioactive Ingredients with Health-Promoting Properties of Strawberry Fruit (Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne)

Joanna Newerli-Guz  1 , Maria Śmiechowska  1 , Alicja Drzewiecka  1 , Robert Tylingo  2
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Review

Bioactive Ingredients with Health-Promoting Properties of Strawberry Fruit (Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne)

Joanna Newerli-Guz et al. Molecules. .

Abstract

Strawberries (Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne) belong to the berry group and are characterized primarily by delightful sensory properties. Due to their chemical composition, these fruits are a rich source of bioactive compounds that can modify the metabolic and physiological functions of the body. The aim of this work is to present the current state of research on bioactive ingredients found in these fruits in the context of their health-promoting properties. The paper presents compiled and reviewed data on the content of polyphenolic compounds, organic acids, and vitamins, especially vitamin C, in strawberries. The content of these compounds is influenced by many different factors that are discussed in the paper. It also draws attention to the presence of oxalates and allergenic compounds, which are classified as anti-nutritional compounds of strawberries.

Keywords: bioactive components; human health; organic acids; polyphenols; strawberries; vitamins.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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Figure 1
Bioactive compounds and nutrients in strawberry fruit and their impact on human health. Source: self-study.
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Figure 2
Factors influencing organic acid content and their importance in strawberries (Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne). Source: self-study.
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