Abstract
Mahlab and Mahlab Products
Mahlab (Prunus mahaleb L.) grows as a wild plant in some region of Turkey including Tokat. In respect to the food industry flesh and seed of mahlab fruit are important. Mahlab puree, mahlab vine, mahlab flour and mahlab oil are produced from mahlab fruit. The mahlab seeds form an important source of protein and oil. It also draws attention for its phenolic compounds, tocopherols, minerals content and aroma compound. It is usually used in folk medicine because of its health promoting effects. This review summarizes the composition and physicochemical properties of mahlab seeds; mahlab products and its health effects.
Keywords
Mahlab, Rock cherry, Prunus mahaleb L., mahlab products
