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ReviewFood technology and biotechnology2025

Turning Waste into Taste: Effective Upcycling of By-Products for Innovative Food Solutions

Swapna Sree Meduri, Sujatha Mudawath, Prabhakar Butti, Soujanya Kanneboina, Sucharita Devi Tattepalli, Supraja Thoomati, Neela Rani Rathod, Aparna Kuna, Krishna Lavuri, Srinivasa Chary Darshanoju and 1 more

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Review in Food technology and biotechnology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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11 authors.

Swapna Sree MeduriDepartment of Food and Nutrition, Post Graduate and Research Centre, PJTAU, Rajendranagar, 500030 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6101-7001
Sujatha MudawathDepartment of Food and Nutrition, Post Graduate and Research Centre, PJTAU, Rajendranagar, 500030 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1368-3843
Prabhakar ButtiNational Institute of Nutrition, 500007 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7479-0223
Soujanya KanneboinaDepartment of Food and Nutrition, Post Graduate and Research Centre, PJTAU, Rajendranagar, 500030 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0005-2231-0776
Sucharita Devi TattepalliDepartment of Food and Nutrition, Post Graduate and Research Centre, PJTAU, Rajendranagar, 500030 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8663-5582
Supraja ThoomatiDepartment of Food and Nutrition, Post Graduate and Research Centre, PJTAU, Rajendranagar, 500030 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5006-6444
Neela Rani RathodExtension Education Component, All India Coordinated Research Project on Women in Agriculture, Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University, 500030 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1973-9748
Aparna KunaFood and Nutrition, MFPI-Quality Control Laboratory Rajendranagar, 500030 Hyderabad, India.
Krishna LavuriInstitute of Rice Research (IRR), PJTAU, Rajendranagar, 500030 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5638-3707
Srinivasa Chary DarshanojuDepartment of Statistics and Mathematics, College of Agriculture, PJTAU, Rajendranagar, 500030 Hyderabad, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9319-6756
Kanmani KalaivananDepartment of Food Science and Nutrition, CSC & RI, TNAU, 625104 Madurai, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4236-9562

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Waste management in the food manufacturing sector has become one of the most challenging aspects globally owing to the generation of enormous quantities of by-products, such as peels, seeds and undesirable flesh at various stages of the processing chain. However, these plant by-products are rich in important compounds particularly polyphenols and bioactive substances that significantly affect human health and can be utilised in numerous sectors as new, low-cost and economical raw ingredients. The aim of this review paper is to discuss various methods of valorising food waste, concentrating on upcycling, aquafaba, coffee silver skin, propolis, wine lees and avocado waste. Food waste is a substantial global issue, with the potential to affect food security, environment and economy. Upcycling is highlighted as a means to tackle food waste by repurposing high-value by-products such as fruit and vegetable residues. Aquafaba, a vegan alternative to egg white, is produced from chickpeas and has various culinary applications. Coffee silver skin, a by-product of coffee production, contains bioactive compounds that can be extracted and used in functional foods. Propolis, a resinous substance collected by bees, is rich in bioactive compounds with health benefits. Wine lees, a by-product of winemaking, can be processed to extract phenolic compounds and produce value-added products. Avocado waste valorisation focuses on converting avocado by-products into valuable products for various industries. The sustainable valorisation of food waste offers numerous benefits, such as reducing waste output, generating revenue and promoting resource efficiency. Collaboration between stakeholders is essential to advance research and implement sustainable management practices for food waste valorisation to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Challenges such as scaling-up, regulatory frameworks, logistics, food safety and environmental impact must be addressed to effectively valorise food waste.

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aquafababy-productscoffee silver skinpropolissustainable development goalswaste valorisation

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