Physicochemical and nutritional profile of key mint varieties in Morocco
Flavour, antioxidant activity, and consumer preferences
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 19269106 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Oumaima Mrabet (0009-0003-6582-5994, University of Hassan II Casablanca), Bouchaib Bahlaouan (0000-0002-0976-1274, Higher Institutes of the Nursing Professions and Techniques of Health ISPITS Casablanca), Mohamed Bennani (0000-0002-1749-6095, Institut Pasteur Casablanca), Mohamed Lahrairi (0009-0006-9408-9190, University of Hassan II Casablanca), Said El Antri (University of Hassan II Casablanca), Nadia Boutaleb (0000-0003-1628-4311, University of Hassan II Casablanca, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 82 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 348-365 |
| Publication date | 2025-01-02 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | International Journal of Environmental Studies (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0020-7233 • E-ISSN: 1026-7476 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/00207233.2025.2456455 |
| OpenAlex | W4406899294 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 2 |
| References cited | 27 |
This article analyses various mint varieties cultivated in Morocco, focusing on their nutritional, flavour, and antioxidant properties. A questionnaire was administered to 220 participants to assess consumption trends and consumer preferences. Physicochemical studies reveal that El Brouj Mint is particularly aromatic due to its high menthol content (67.70%). Meknassi Mint is distinguished by its high vitamin C content, which contributes to immune system support. Additionally, the significant antioxidant activity of Flouenia Mint enhances its suitability for natural treatments. The results indicate the health benefits and economic potential of diverse mint varieties, offering opportunities for producers and supporting the preservation of local biodiversity
Antioxidant · Biology · Flavour · Key (lock) · Traditional medicine · African Botany and Ecology Studies · Biochemistry · Biotechnology · Chemistry · Date Palm Research Studies · Ecology · Food Science · Medicine · Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies
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| Citations per year | 2 |
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| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |