Unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources (Dictyota J.V. Lamouroux) from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, Indian coast

Brown algae are increasingly recognized as a promising alternative food source due to their nutritious and bioactive properties. This study investigates the biochemical constituents and antioxidant properties of eight Dictyota species collected from the East and West coast of India, providing insigh...

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Main Authors: P. Chellamanimegalai, Geetanjali Deshmukhe, Amjad K. Balange, P. Layana
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author P. Chellamanimegalai
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description Brown algae are increasingly recognized as a promising alternative food source due to their nutritious and bioactive properties. This study investigates the biochemical constituents and antioxidant properties of eight Dictyota species collected from the East and West coast of India, providing insights into their nutritional status for fulfilling dietary requirements. The analysis revealed significant levels of protein (6.67–19.27 %), ash (16.48–52.55 %), lipids (1.37–4.55 %), carbohydrates (25.98–57.07 %), and digestible energy (186.43–311.88 Kcal/100 g), indicating their potential as functional foods. Dictyota species were enriched in mineral contents, including Na (113–1973 mg/100 g), K (71–1487 mg/100 g), Ca (1773–11,108 mg/100 g), Mg (515–1138 mg/100 g), Fe (248–887 mg/100 g), Zn (1.2–3.6 mg/100 g), Cu (0.89–7 mg/100 g), and Mn (1–38 mg/100 g). Among these, Ca, Fe, Mg, and Mn obtained from 5.2 g of Dictyota contributed significantly (>15 %) to the Recommended Dietary Allowance for Indians, highlighting their potential to address dietary mineral gaps. Similarly, chlorophyll a (1.351–3.478 mg g−1), chlorophyll C1+C2 (0.664–1.720 mg g−1), total carotenoids (0.427–1.763 mg g−1), and fucoxanthin (0.058–1.741 mg g−1) contents were notably high. Antioxidant properties were evaluated through total phenols and in-vitro antioxidant activities using different solvents, showing species-specific and solvent-specific variations (p < 0.05). These antioxidants can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases, improve immune function, and promote overall well-being. The findings of this study provide comprehensive insights into the nutritional and antioxidant potentials of Dictyota, facilitating future applications in nutrition and health promotion.
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spelling doaj-art-929a9c16fb0e4a7d8f75bdf17ef3c6e52025-01-17T04:49:43ZengElsevierHeliyon2405-84402025-01-01111e40693Unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources (Dictyota J.V. Lamouroux) from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, Indian coastP. Chellamanimegalai0Geetanjali Deshmukhe1Amjad K. Balange2P. Layana3FRHPHM Division, ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Yari Road Campus, Versova, Mumbai, 400 061, IndiaFRHPHM Division, ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Yari Road Campus, Versova, Mumbai, 400 061, IndiaDivision of Animal, Poultry and Fisheries Science, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Assam, IndiaFRHPHM Division, ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Yari Road Campus, Versova, Mumbai, 400 061, India; Corresponding author.Brown algae are increasingly recognized as a promising alternative food source due to their nutritious and bioactive properties. This study investigates the biochemical constituents and antioxidant properties of eight Dictyota species collected from the East and West coast of India, providing insights into their nutritional status for fulfilling dietary requirements. The analysis revealed significant levels of protein (6.67–19.27 %), ash (16.48–52.55 %), lipids (1.37–4.55 %), carbohydrates (25.98–57.07 %), and digestible energy (186.43–311.88 Kcal/100 g), indicating their potential as functional foods. Dictyota species were enriched in mineral contents, including Na (113–1973 mg/100 g), K (71–1487 mg/100 g), Ca (1773–11,108 mg/100 g), Mg (515–1138 mg/100 g), Fe (248–887 mg/100 g), Zn (1.2–3.6 mg/100 g), Cu (0.89–7 mg/100 g), and Mn (1–38 mg/100 g). Among these, Ca, Fe, Mg, and Mn obtained from 5.2 g of Dictyota contributed significantly (>15 %) to the Recommended Dietary Allowance for Indians, highlighting their potential to address dietary mineral gaps. Similarly, chlorophyll a (1.351–3.478 mg g−1), chlorophyll C1+C2 (0.664–1.720 mg g−1), total carotenoids (0.427–1.763 mg g−1), and fucoxanthin (0.058–1.741 mg g−1) contents were notably high. Antioxidant properties were evaluated through total phenols and in-vitro antioxidant activities using different solvents, showing species-specific and solvent-specific variations (p < 0.05). These antioxidants can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases, improve immune function, and promote overall well-being. The findings of this study provide comprehensive insights into the nutritional and antioxidant potentials of Dictyota, facilitating future applications in nutrition and health promotion.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844024167242DictyotaBrown algaeBiochemical compositionMineralsAntioxidantsPigments
spellingShingle P. Chellamanimegalai
Geetanjali Deshmukhe
Amjad K. Balange
P. Layana
Unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources (Dictyota J.V. Lamouroux) from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, Indian coast
Heliyon
Dictyota
Brown algae
Biochemical composition
Minerals
Antioxidants
Pigments
title Unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources (Dictyota J.V. Lamouroux) from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, Indian coast
title_full Unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources (Dictyota J.V. Lamouroux) from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, Indian coast
title_fullStr Unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources (Dictyota J.V. Lamouroux) from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, Indian coast
title_full_unstemmed Unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources (Dictyota J.V. Lamouroux) from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, Indian coast
title_short Unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources (Dictyota J.V. Lamouroux) from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, Indian coast
title_sort unveiling the nutritional and antioxidant properties of brown algae resources dictyota j v lamouroux from the bay of bengal and arabian sea indian coast
topic Dictyota
Brown algae
Biochemical composition
Minerals
Antioxidants
Pigments
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844024167242
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