Optimization of Solvent-Free Microwave-Assisted Hydrodiffusion and Gravity Extraction of <i>Morus nigra</i> L. Fruits Maximizing Polyphenols, Sugar Content, and Biological Activities Using Central Composite Design

• Main Authors: Ahmed M. Mustafa (Author), Eugenia Mazzara (Author), Doaa Abouelenein (Author), Simone Angeloni (Author), Sonia Nunez (Author), Gianni Sagratini (Author), Víctor López (Author), Marco Cespi (Author), Sauro Vittori (Author), Giovanni Caprioli (Author), Filippo Maggi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z.
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Black mulberry, <i>Morus nigra</i> L. (family: Moraceae), is a healthy food and medicinal plant. Microwave hydrodiffusion and gravity (MHG) is one of the most innovative applications of solvent-free microwave extraction. The aim of this study was to optimize for the first time the MHG so...