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Bioactive Plants, Phytocompounds and Plant-Derived Food
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Bioactive Plants, Phytocompounds and Plant-Derived Food

A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Phytochemistry".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2025 | Viewed by 2739

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Agnieszka Galanty

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Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 9 Medyczna Street, 30-688 Kraków, Poland
Interests: cytotoxic activity studies; lichen metabolites; phytochemical analysis
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Dr. Pawel Pasko

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Department of Food Chemistry and Nutrition, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Medyczna 9, 30-688 Kraków, Poland
Interests: functional foods; interaction between drugs and food; fortification of food; dietary supplements; sulphur
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

For a long time, the plant kingdom has been considered an inexhaustible reservoir of medicinal agents, but also a source of food with beneficial properties for human health. The idea of chemoprevention based on plants, phytocompounds or plant-derived food is gaining more and more attention and interest, especially in terms of the easy accessibility of the plants in nature, gardens or even markets. Thus, searching for novel examples of plants, or plant-derived food, rich in bioactive phytocompounds is still an important scientific challenge.

The aim of this Special Issue is to collect original research papers, as well as review articles, addressing recent advances in the research on bioactivity, including cytotoxic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic or anti-diabetic properties, of plants, plant extracts, isolated phytocompounds or plant-derived food. A variety of areas will cover different aspects of the impact of phytocompounds, or chemically characterized extracts from plants as well as plant-derived foods, beverages and various by-products, on cancer cells and microbes. Additionally, these studies will explore other factors that contribute to the propagation and development of diseases, such as inflammation, oxidative stress and antioxidant status.

Dr. Agnieszka Galanty
Dr. Pawel Pasko
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Keywords

  • bioactive plants
  • functional foods
  • phytocompounds
  • cytotoxic
  • antimicrobial
  • anti-inflammatory

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Diplotaxis muralis as an Emerging Food Crop: Chemical Composition, Nutritional Profile and Antioxidant Activities
by Sandrine Ressurreição, Lígia Salgueiro and Artur Figueirinha
Plants 2025, 14(6), 844; https://doi.org/10.3390/plants14060844 - 8 Mar 2025
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Diplotaxis muralis (L.) DC (Brassicaceae) is an edible plant commonly used in Mediterranean diets. This study investigates its nutritional composition, secondary metabolites, and antioxidant activity. The results show that this plant is rich in fibre and essential minerals. Analysis of amino acids shows [...] Read more.
Diplotaxis muralis (L.) DC (Brassicaceae) is an edible plant commonly used in Mediterranean diets. This study investigates its nutritional composition, secondary metabolites, and antioxidant activity. The results show that this plant is rich in fibre and essential minerals. Analysis of amino acids shows a diverse profile, with glutamic acid and aspartic acid being the most abundant. Regarding fatty acids, α-linolenic acid was identified as predominant. Importantly, levels of toxic metals such as cadmium, lead, and mercury were found to be within established safety limits, confirming the plant’s suitability for consumption. A leaf decoction using 80% methanol exhibited the highest concentrations of total phenolic compounds (68.36 mg eq. gallic acid g−1), total flavonoids (3.50 mg eq. quercetin g−1), and antioxidant activity (IC₅₀ of 78.87 µg mL−1 for ABTS, 392.95 µg mL−1 for DPPH, and a FRAP value of 731.20 µmol Fe(II) g−1). HPLC-PDA-ESI-MSⁿ characterization identified flavonols as the main polyphenols. Additionally, several glucosinolates were identified. These compounds, along with their hydrolysis products, not only contribute to the health benefits of D. muralis, but also impart its distinctive pungent and spicy notes, playing a crucial role in shaping its unique sensory profile. These findings highlight the contribution of phenolic compounds and glucosinolates to the health benefits of D. muralis, reinforcing its potential as a promising plant for the development of new functional foods. Full article
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A Comprehensive Review of the Functional Potential and Sustainable Applications of Aronia melanocarpa in the Food Industry
by Jing Xu, Fusen Li, Meizhu Zheng, Li Sheng, Dongfang Shi and Kai Song
Plants 2024, 13(24), 3557; https://doi.org/10.3390/plants13243557 - 20 Dec 2024
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Aronia melanocarpa (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 [...] Read more.
Aronia melanocarpa (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 Aronia melanocarpa 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 Aronia products, including juices, fermented beverages, and functional foods, and the growing market demand. The potential uses of Aronia melanocarpa 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 Aronia melanocarpa. Future prospects for the Aronia melanocarpa 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. Full article
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