Chemical Composition and Geographic Variation of Cold Pressed Balanites aegyptiaca Kernel Oil.

ABSTRACT: With the increasing impacts of climate change, establishing more sustainable and robust plants such as desert dates (Balanites aegyptiaca) seems to be necessary. Known for its resilience in arid conditions, this tree has the potential to become a more important food source, particularly for its potential to yield edible oil. This study characterized Balanites kernel oil (BKO) as a promising oil source in arid regions, studying the influence of geographical origin and environmental factors. Moroccan and Sudanese BKO samples were analyzed and compared with Mauritanian BKO. In the fatty acid profile, unsaturated fatty acids constituted over 70% of the BKO profile, with a predominance of linoleic acid (Li), oleic acid (Ol), palmitic acid (Pa), and stearic acid (St). Consequently,

SUBMITTER: El Harkaoui S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11011647 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature