Assessment of physicochemical parameters, bioactive compounds, biological activities, and nutritional value of the most two commercialized pollen types of date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) in Morocco.

This article focuses on comparing the physicochemical properties, phytochemical composition, biological activities, and nutritional values of two types of Moroccan date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) pollen: pure date palm pollen (PDPP) and date palm pollen crushed with its spadix (DPPS). The study found that PDPP contains higher humidity, protein, carbohydrate, mineral content (notably iron, zinc, and manganese), and exhibits greater in vitro antioxidant and enzyme inhibitory activities than DPPS. Conversely, DPPS, which is more widely commercialized and consumed due to its lower cost, has higher total soluble solids, ash content, and unsaturated fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid. The findings suggest that despite DPPS's popularity, PDPP may offer superior nutritional and bioactive benefits, indicating its potential as a more effective dietary supplement and therapeutic agent.