In Vitro Study of Antioxidant Properties and Phytochemical Characterization of Spondias Mombin, A. Marmelose and Garcinia Pedunculata and Production of Value Added Products (Probiotic)

An antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits the oxidation of other molecules and terminates the chain reaction which may damage cells preventing major diseases like cancer, heart disease etc.These are found in many foods, including fruits and vegetables. They are also available as dietary supplements. Spondias mombin, Aegle marmelose and Garcinia pedunculata are used regularly as folk medicine to treat various conditions. They have also been used in preparing various food products like jam, jelly, juices etc and in various local dishes with amazing health benefits. The present study have objective to test the antioxidant activity of the extracts of these fruits using DPPH method. The total protein content and carbohydrate contents were checked by Lowrey’s method and Anthrone method respectively. Preparation of value added products were also done from S. mombin, G. pedunculata and A. marmelose with the help of lactobacillus sp.From the study it was found that S. mombin,G.pedunculata and A. marmelose fruits are rich in antioxidant activities and also act as good sources of phytochemicals. The value added products also showed good acid tolerance with good shelf life.