Health-Promoting Properties of Selected Malaysian Underutilized Fruits

Azlan, Azrina; Ismail, Amin; Ibrahim, Mansor; Shakirin, Faridah Hanim; Khoo, Hock Eng

doi:10.17660/actahortic.2013.979.19

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“…It is also noted that the functionality of dabai pulp oil is promising as it has an anti-hyperglycemic effect by reducing blood glucose levels. Apart from this, Azlan et al [ 65 ] demonstrated that dabai pulp oil is essential in reducing triglyceride and total cholesterol levels.…”

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Exploring Dabai (Canarium odontophyllum), Indigenous Fruit of Borneo: A Review of Nutritional Values, Potential Uses, Emerging Application in Essential Oil Processing, and Health Benefits

Hamzah

Basri²,

Maringgal³

et al. 2022

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Dabai (Canarium odontophyllum) is a fruit-bearing plant native to Borneo. Its fruit is an indigenous seasonal fruit that is considered to be underutilized due to its short shelf life. However, new products have been developed to ensure a continuous supply of dabai fruit throughout the year. Hence, the exploration of dabai fruits in characterizations and utilization for food products and essential oil has expanded exponentially. This review addresses the nutritional values, health benefits, potential food products, and essential oil processing of dabai fruit. All parts of dabai fruit, such as the pulp, skin, and kernel, contain a considerable amount of bioactive compounds, dietary fiber, and nutrients. Moreover, dabai fruit has also been proven to have health benefits such as an antioxidant capacity, cholesterol reduction, diabetes type 2 prevention, and reduction in the risk of heart disease. Some potential dabai-based food products and oil processing of dabai are also highlighted. The future perspectives and challenges concerning the potential uses of dabai are critically addressed at the end of this review. Based on this review, it is proven that dabai has various health benefits and represents a potential breakthrough in the agricultural and food industries.

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Section: Health Benefitsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Exploring Dabai (Canarium odontophyllum), Indigenous Fruit of Borneo: A Review of Nutritional Values, Potential Uses, Emerging Application in Essential Oil Processing, and Health Benefits

Hamzah

Basri²,

Maringgal³

et al. 2022

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“…Abu Azlan et al, 2013;Gerten et al, 2015;Mirfat et al, 2015;Mirfat et al, 2016;Salma et al, 2006 Mangifera pentandra…”

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Underutilised fruits: a review of phytochemistry and biological properties

Mirfat¹,

Amin²,

Kartinee³

et al. 2018

Journal of Food Bioactives

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Underutilised fruits are not only important sources of food and nutrition, but also secure household income especially for rural and farm communities. However, some of the underutilised fruits have not received much attention as compared to commercial fruits. This could be due to their lack of knowledge of their potential values. Hence, information about their health promoting properties is critical to increase the value of underutilised fruit species to enhance their preservation and sustainable use in strengthening food, nutrition, health and livelihood security. This article aims to provide a comprehensive review on the phytochemical properties and biological activities of underutilised fruit species grown in Malaysia focussing on health promoting aspects. With regard to phytochemistry, only 21 species of underutilised fruits have been identified and quantified. Phytochemical investigations of various parts of the fruits have revealed the presence of over 100 phytochemicals which are phenolics, terpenoids, carotenoids and other miscellaneous compounds. About 51 underutilised fruit species have been explored for interesting biological activities (antioxidant, antimicrobial, anticholinesterase, cytotoxicity, antiatherosclerotic, antihyperlipidemia, antidiabetic, cytoprotective, cardioprotective and antiplatelet activities) supporting their diverse traditional uses. Different parts of the fruits have been analysed mainly in vitro and barely in vivo, with pulp being the most dominant. Of all the underutilised fruits studied, Mangifera species and Canarium odontophyllum have been the major focus for researchers. The gaps obtained from this review create further research opportunities to add to the current knowledge of health promoting properties of underutilised fruits in Malaysia. More studies are needed to confirm the health significance and explain their mechanisms of action in order to fully understand the real potential of this underutilised fruit species.

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“…In Sarawak (East Malaysia), the edible part of dabai has been incorporated into local cuisines such as fried rice, omelet, and being developed into the form of sauce or paste as an ingredient for cooking. Bambangan, as one of the big mangoes in the world [ 61 ], has also been used in cooking and as dessert. Bambangan juice is commonly consumed by the local people of Sabah (East Malaysia).…”

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Phytochemicals and Medicinal Properties of Indigenous Tropical Fruits with Potential for Commercial Development

Khoo

Azlan

Kong

et al. 2016

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Hundreds of fruit-bearing trees are native to Southeast Asia, but many of them are considered as indigenous or underutilized. These species can be categorized as indigenous tropical fruits with potential for commercial development and those possible for commercial development. Many of these fruits are considered as underutilized unless the commercialization is being realized despite the fact that they have the developmental potential. This review discusses seven indigenous tropical fruits from 15 species that have been identified, in which their fruits are having potential for commercial development. As they are not as popular as the commercially available fruits, limited information is found. This paper is the first initiative to provide information on the phytochemicals and potential medicinal uses of these fruits. Phytochemicals detected in these fruits are mainly the phenolic compounds, carotenoids, and other terpenoids. Most of these phytochemicals are potent antioxidants and have corresponded to the free radical scavenging activities and other biological activities of the fruits. The scientific research that covered a broad range of in vitro to in vivo studies on the medicinal potentials of these fruits is also discussed in detail. The current review is an update for researchers to have a better understanding of the species, which simultaneously can provide awareness to enhance their commercial value and promote their utilization for better biodiversity conservation.

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Health-Promoting Properties of Selected Malaysian Underutilized Fruits

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Exploring Dabai (Canarium odontophyllum), Indigenous Fruit of Borneo: A Review of Nutritional Values, Potential Uses, Emerging Application in Essential Oil Processing, and Health Benefits

Exploring Dabai (Canarium odontophyllum), Indigenous Fruit of Borneo: A Review of Nutritional Values, Potential Uses, Emerging Application in Essential Oil Processing, and Health Benefits

Underutilised fruits: a review of phytochemistry and biological properties

Phytochemicals and Medicinal Properties of Indigenous Tropical Fruits with Potential for Commercial Development

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