Nanotechnology plays a crucial role in food preservation, offering innovative solutions for
food monitoring and enabling the creation of packaging with unique functional properties …

The growing interest in a healthy lifestyle has contributed to disseminating perspectives on
more sustainable natural resource management. This review describes promising aspects of …

Anthocyanins (ACNs) are bioactive compounds sensible to high temperature, light and
highly reactive to pH changes. These natural pigments present different colors according to …

Prickly pear consumption is increasing across the world due to its rich variety of nutrients
and bioactive compounds. Yet, it is a seasonal and highly perishable fruit, and the …

Utilizing water resources rationally has become critical due to the expected increase in
water scarcity. Cacti are capable of surviving with minimal water requirements and in poor …

Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Miller is a plant belonging to the Cactaceae family adapted to live in
environments characterized by long periods of drought and arid or desert climates. This …

The utilization of biopolymers gained recent attention worldwide due to their effective role in
producing eco-friendly and economical products. Mucilage from Opuntia ficus-indica (OFI …

The aim of this review is to show the diverse applications and the phytochemical and
pharmacological findings in connection with prickly pear plants of the Cactaceae family …

Develo** sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions has garnered significant
interest in recent years. Mucilage-based coatings and composites offer a promising …

Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill., commonly known as prickly pear, is a versatile plant widely
used for food, medicinal, and cosmetic purposes in various regions of the Mediterranean …