BIOLOGICAL, CHEMICAL, AND PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF POMEGRANATE (Punica granatum L.) PEEL: A SYSTEMATIC ANALYSIS

Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) peel is considered a valuable bioactive by-product generated in the agricultural industry. Recent studies have demonstrated that it contains high amounts of polyphenols, tannins, flavonoids, vitamins, and mineral elements. These compounds provide strong antioxidant, antimicrobial, and pharmacological properties. This article analyzes the chemical composition, biological activity, and potential applications of pomegranate peel in the food, pharmaceutical, and agricultural industries. The results demonstrated that pomegranate peel possesses high antioxidant activity (DPPH, ABTS, FRAP) and has promising potential as a natural preservative.