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Objective: To describe the main genes involved in mango and the biosynthetic routes of the most common pigments, considering the impact on human health when consuming them, and highlighting challenges and opportunities that could arise from the use of pigments from Mexican mango germplasm. Design/methodology: A review that gathers and discusses information that contributes to the understanding of the biochemical and genetic processes that determine pigmentation and vitamin production in mango. Results: Color is a visual attribute that defines consumer preference. The diversity of pigmentation is defined by families of genes that code for the production of proteins, which lead to biosynthetic pathways responsible for the production of vitamins and their precursors. In Mexico there is a wide range of colors in the native mango germplasm, which could represent an important source of antioxidants, pigments and would bring benefits to the health of Mexicans, through the consumption of fresh fruit, or the commercial/industrial exploitation of these. Limitations/implications: One way to classify the mango is according to the color of the skin, they are classified as green, yellow and red, however, little has been explored about the benefits they could provide. Conclusion: The diversity of colors in the mango fruit is determined by different genes and biosynthetic pathways. Red, green and yellow colors in mango fruit, are a source of carotenoids, betalains, flavonoids and chlorophylls, precursors of vitamins A, B, C and E. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
