Min Tian

An integrative evaluation of drying methods in relation to bioactive properties and metabolomic profiles of four Nymphaea cultivar petals

Nymphaea species (water lilies) exploited for their dual use as food and medicine. We systematically quantified the quality and bioactive properties activities of four water lily petals subjected to different drying methods. Our findings showed freeze drying maintained the superior external quality and aroma of the pet...