Extraction of tannins from Punica granatum peel for pharmacological activities
Lecturer in Synthesis of Organic Material Department, Chemical Engineering Faculty, Jawzan University, Afghanistan.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2020, 08(01), 144-147
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2020.8.1.0376
Publication history:
Received on 13 October 2020; revised on 22 October 2020; accepted on 24 October 2020
Abstract:
Punica granatum L. (Pomegranate) is utilized in the treatment of parasitic contamination, loose bowels and ulcers. Extracts of the various parts of P. granum is reported to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticarcinogenic activities. Tannins are a group of polyphenolic compounds that are widely present in plant regions and possess various biological activities including antimicrobial, anti-parasitic, anti-viral, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory activities. This study focused on extraction of tannins from Punica granatum peel which can be further analyzed for its pharmacological activities. The results of this study revealed the abundance of tannins in the pomegranate peel extract. Tannins from pomegranate peel might contribute to the high antioxidant activity of this fruit peel and it is a valuable natural antioxidant source applicable in the health food industry.
Keywords:
Tannins; Pharmacology; Punica granatum; Thin layer chromatography
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