PP18 Comparison of Physalis peruviana L. Extraction Methods: Evaluation of Yield, Chemical Composition, and Biological Activity

Authors

  • Juan Jose Conde Espinosa Estudiante
  • Gisell Mercado Universidad de Cartagena
  • Luis Franco Universidad de Cartagena https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2983-0836
  • Indira Pájaro Universidad de Cartagena
  • Carlos Castellar Universidad de Cartagena
  • Yuri Palacio Universidad de Cartagena
  • Nellys Garcia Universidad de Cartagena
  • Angela Moreno Universidad de Cartagena
  • Mariana Zuñiga Universidad de Cartagena

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3407/vf7x3v54

Keywords:

Antioxidant activity, anti-inflammatory activity, extraction methods, Fruit extract

Abstract

Goldenberry (Physalis peruviana L.) is valued for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, with potential protective effects against non-communicable chronic diseases (NCDs). Its extracts have industrial applications, but their composition varies depending on the extraction method. This study compared three methods (blending, ultrasound-assisted, and maceration) with conventional maceration, evaluating yield, chromatographic profile, and biological activity. Results showed extraction yields of approximately 15% for all methods, with differences in anti-inflammatory and radical-scavenging activity. It was concluded that high-speed blending and ultrasound-assisted extraction are viable alternatives for obtaining ethanolic extracts of goldenberry.

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Published

2025-07-02

How to Cite

PP18 Comparison of Physalis peruviana L. Extraction Methods: Evaluation of Yield, Chemical Composition, and Biological Activity. (2025). Revista Productos Naturales, 6(1), 267-270. https://doi.org/10.3407/vf7x3v54