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IntroductionThe review titled Passion fruit by-products as a source of bioactive compounds for non-communicable disease prevention: extraction methods and mechanisms provide valuable insights into the health benefits and industrial applications of passion fruit waste. Passion fruits are a tropical and subtropical vine species, which produces edible fruits. Many food product types can be made from passion fruits. However, during passion fruit processing, large amounts of waste are released in to the environment. This review focuses on extraction methods of bioactive compounds from passion fruit by-products such as leaves, peels, seeds, and bagasse.MethodsThis comprehensive review focuses on the bioactive compounds present in passion fruit by-products, emphasis on their mechanisms of action on non-communicable diseases. It also provides a detailed analysis of the extraction methods used to obtain these bioactive compounds, their potential industrial applications, and the factors that affect extraction efficiency.ResultsThis review encourages further research and innovation in utilization of passion fruit waste as a source of bioactive compounds for non- communicable disease prevention and their mechanisms of action. This can advance the circular economy. It also highlights the importance of sustainable and green extraction methods, which have gained attention due to environmental concerns.DiscussionUnlike previous reviews, this comprehensive article explores the potential health benefits of multiple passion fruit waste products. It also examines the possible applications of these extracts for industrial goods such as food additives, colorants, nutraceuticals, natural antioxidants, and antimicrobial agents. Overall, it contributes new information emphasizing the potential of passion fruit by-products as a source of bioactive, and the findings have implications for the scientific community and industry, promoting a deeper understanding of the health benefits and sustainable practices associated with passion fruit waste utilization.

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Mediterranean Basin has recently emerged as a viable region for tropical fruit cultivation, as reflected by the expansion and increase of dedicated agricultural areas. However, research on these species remains scattered, limited, and not always easily accessible. In this context, evidence-based synthesis is fundamental to assess the current research status and to identify knowledge gaps. In this study, we conduct a comprehensive systematic review to highlight research trends on major tropical fruit crops (mango, avocado, papaya, guava, litchi, dragon fruit, passion fruit, and cherimoya) across countries of the Mediterranean basin. The objective is to summarise key findings and pinpoint gaps that require further investigation. A final dataset of 517 publications was obtained following a PRISMA search protocol. Information, including studied species, varieties, year, geographic location, and thematic area, was retrieved and quantitatively analysed. Subsequently, a summary was compiled for each species based on the most relevant findings. Avocado (n = 200) and mango (n = 166) were the most studied species, whereas litchi, passionfruit, and guava were the least studied. Over the past 90 years, an average of five articles were published annually, with an increase to 17 per year in the last decade. A geographical research bias was evident, with most publications originating from the European part of the Mediterranean. Spain, Italy, and Egypt accounted for the highest number of publications, while Cyprus and Algeria had the fewest. Most studies were focused on pests and pathology, whereas ecosystem services and ethnobotany were the least explored thematic areas. Although grey literature and national reports may not have been fully captured due to indexing limitations, this review serves as both a compendium and a baseline for future research on tropical fruit cultivation in the Mediterranean Basin.

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Practically all aboveground plants parts of Passiflora vines can be included in the compositions of dietary supplements, medicines, and cosmetics. It has a diverse chemical composition and a wide range of biologically active components that determine its diverse pharmacological properties. Studies related to the chemical composition of the plant are summarized here, and attention has been paid to various medical applications-(1) anti-inflammatory, nephroprotective; (2) anti-depressant; (3) antidiabetic; (4) hepatoprotective; (5) antibacterial and antifungal; and (6) antipyretic and other. This review includes studies on the safety, synergistic effects, and toxicity that may occur with the use of various dietary supplements based on it. Attention has been drawn to its application in cosmetics and to patented products containing passionflower.

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