The Biologically Active Compounds in Fruits of Cultivated Varieties and Wild Species of Apples.

ABSTRACT: Insufficient fruit intake is a major contributor to the development of non-communicable diseases, as the global average of daily fruit consumption remains far below the recommended levels. Apples are among the most widely consumed fruits worldwide, making them an ideal target for nutritional enhancement. Enhancing the content of health-promoting compounds within apples offers a practical way to increase bioactive intake without requiring major dietary changes. This review evaluates which of the 41 biologically active compounds considered in this article can reach physiologically relevant intake levels at the current average daily consumption of cultivated and wild apples. Comparative analysis shows that wild apples consistently contain higher concentrations of phenolic compounds and organi

SUBMITTER: Shishparenok AA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12526100 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature