Journal of Current Research in Food Science
2024, Vol. 5, Issue 1, Part B
Banana peels: Nutritional composition and medicinal benefits
Author(s): Prathiksa Pramanik, Srijita Chatterjee, Oikantika Sinha and Ushasee Garai
Abstract: Banana peel is a natural source of bioactive compounds, which possess a wide range of biological activities, including anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and itch-relieving properties. This review aims to provide an overview of the bioactive constituents in banana peel and their potential for medicinal applications. The antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of banana peel are mainly based on their phenolic and flavonoid contents. Furthermore, banana peel\'s antibacterial and antifungal properties are demonstrated in various applications, including the formulation of a semisolid jelly, which exhibits superior scavenging activity compared to commercial products, highlighting the substantial antioxidant capacity of the peel. Moreover, the antiaging and radioprotective properties of the banana peel may be harnessed for pharmaceutical formulations aimed at cancer prevention or treatment. Besides, the antioxidants and antiinflammatory compounds in the peel may offer benefits for skin health, by helping combat skin ageing, reduce acne, and alleviate skin irritations when applied topically. In this review, we will focus on the antioxidant, antibacterial, and skin-protective potentials of the dietary fibres contained within banana peel, which may be exploited in the development of skin-friendly and eco-friendly skincare products.
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How to cite this article:
Prathiksa Pramanik, Srijita Chatterjee, Oikantika Sinha, Ushasee Garai. Banana peels: Nutritional composition and medicinal benefits. J Curr Res Food Sci 2024;5(1):83-88.