Studies from University of Bio-Bio Yield New Information about Obesity, Fitness and Wellness [Improving the Composition and Bioactivity of Cocoa (theobroma Cacao l.) Bean Shell Extract By Choline Chloride-lactic Acid Natural Deep Eutectic...].

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Bio-Bio in Chillan, Chile, explores an environmentally friendly method for extracting cocoa bean shell (CBS) extracts. The study investigates the effect of pulsed electric field (PEF) pre-treatment on the extraction of metabolites using choline chloride-lactic acid natural deep eutectic solvent (NaDES). The results show that the proposed method improves the release of certain compounds and enhances the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of the CBS extract. This research provides valuable insights into improving the composition and bioactivity of cocoa bean shell extract. [Extracted from the article]