Enhancement of the Antioxidant Capacity of Thyme and Chestnut Honey by Addition of Bee Products.

ABSTRACT: Honey consumption and imports have increased in recent years, and it is considered by consumers to be a healthy alternative to more commonly used sweeteners. Honey contains a mixture of polyphenols and antioxidant compounds, and the botanical origin and geographical area of collection play an important role on its chemical composition. The present study investigated the physicochemical properties, total phenolic content and antioxidant capacity of Spanish thyme honey and chestnut honey, and their mixtures with royal jelly (2% and 10%) and propolis (2% and 10%). The analysis of the physicochemical parameters of both honey samples showed values within the established limits. Propolis showed the highest value of total phenolic content (17.21-266.83 mg GAE/100 g) and antioxidant capacity (DPPH

SUBMITTER: Sanchez-Martin V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9564292 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature