Comparative antibacterial and antioxidant activities of edible and non-edible parts of unripe banana (Musa sapientum L.) Fruit
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Overview
Experimental analysis shows non-edible parts have higher antibacterial and antioxidant activity against multiple drug resistant bacteria, suggesting a new use for banana peels.
Key Points
Non-edible parts of unripe banana exhibited superior antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli compared to edible parts.
The peel demonstrated higher DPPH free radical scavenging activity, reaching 70.62% versus 54.79% for pulp.
Extracts from banana peel showed lower MIC and MBC values, indicating greater effectiveness against multiple drug resistant bacteria.
Results emphasize the potential for utilizing banana peels as a source of bioactive compounds in various applications.