Cocoa Bean Shell: A By-Product with High Potential for Nutritional and Biotechnological Applications
Cocoa bean shell (CBS) is one of the main solid wastes derived from the chocolate industry. This residual biomass could be an interesting source of nutrients and bioactive compounds due to its high content in dietary fibres, polyphenols and methylxanthines. Specifically, CBS can be employed as a raw...
Main Authors: | Marta Sánchez, Amanda Laca, Adriana Laca, Mario Díaz |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-04-01
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Series: | Antioxidants |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/12/5/1028 |
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