Enhancing phenolic extractability and antioxidant activity in dandelion leaves and roots through instant controlled pressure drop pretreatment

The growing interest in sustainable sources of bioactive compounds has led to the exploration of underutilized edible plants such as Taraxacum officinale (Dandelion). In this study, Instant Controlled Pressure Drop (DIC) was investigated as a pretreatment to enhance the extractability of antioxidant compounds from dandelion leaves and roots, processed and analyzed separately, considering their distinct biochemical composition and potential applications. DIC treatments were applied at various ste