Analysis of Nutritional Components, Antioxidant Activity and Antimicrobial Activity of Citrus Aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle of Assam, India

Abstract

Citrus aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle, mostly known as the Key lime or Mexican lime.  In Assam, it is known as ‘Gol Nemu’, which is a small, evergreen citrus tree having significant place in the botanical geography of Assam, India. The present study is concentrated on the analysis of the nutritional components, antioxidant activity, and antimicrobial properties of Citrus aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle, cultivated in the region of Kamrup District, Assam, India. The results of this research provide scientific understanding of Citrus aurantiifolia as an abundant source of nutrients like soluble carbohydrate, soluble protein, free fatty acids, vitamin C, along with potent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. The illumination of this study could have implications for its implementation in both nutraceutical and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in encouraging its consumption for enhanced well-being.