Advances in propolis and propolis functionalized coatings and films for fruits and vegetables preservation. (15th July 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Pu, Yijing; Jiang, Haitao; Zhang, Yiqin; Cao, Jiankang; Jiang, Weibo
• Is Part Of: Food chemistry. Volume 414(2023)
• Publication Date: 2023-07-15
• Subjects: Propolis films -- Composite fresh-keeping material -- Natural bioactive substance -- Polyphenols -- Fruits and vegetables preservation -- Application; Food -- Analysis -- Periodicals; Food -- Composition -- Periodicals; 664
• DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.135662
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0308-8146

Abstract

Graphical abstract: Highlights: The applications of propolis extracts and propolis functionalized composites on the preservation of fruits and vegetables are presented. Propolis can inhibit the growth of microorganisms and ensure the post-harvest quality of fruits and vegetables. The addition of propolis enhances the antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of the composites. Propolis functionalized composites have considerable prospects in the application of fruits and vegetables preservation. Abstract: Propolis, as a natural active substance, is rich in polyphenols, with low toxicity, antioxidant, antifungal and antibacterial properties, which can be applied to the post-harvest preservation of fruits and vegetables. Propolis extracts and propolis functionalized coatings and films have exhibited good freshness in various types of fruits and vegetables as well as fresh-cut vegetables. They are mainly used to prevent water loss after harvesting, to inhibit the infestation of bacteria and fungi after harvesting and to enhance the firmness and apparent quality of fruits and vegetables. Moreover, propolis and propolis functionalized composites have a small or even insignificant effect on the physicochemical parameters of fruits and vegetables. Furthermore, how to cover the special smell of propolis itself so that it does not affect the flavor of fruits and vegetables, and the application of propolis extract in wrapping paper and packaging bag of fruits and vegetables, are worthwhile to further investigate.