Journal of Nutraceuticals and Health

ABSTRACT

Durvillaea antarctica, commonly known as Cochayuyo in Chile and Bull kelp in southern New Zealand, is a substantial brown macroalgae recognized for its notable nutritional value. This includes high omega-3 essential fatty acids, vitamins, and particularly dietary fiber. Furthermore, it is acknowledged as a nutraceutical due to its antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antiviral, and anti-diabetic properties. An emerging industrial application involves using it as a reinforcing material in active food packaging with antioxidant capabilities. A comprehensive analysis was conducted wherein the Scopus database was used to conduct the initial bibliometric investigation encompassing the years since 1979. The search yielded 198 documents published in English, comprising 182 articles, 6 conference papers, 4 reviews, 3 book chapters, 1 note, 1 letter, and 1 erratum. Chile and New Zealand notably demonstrated high productivity, contributing more than 70 documents each. The most contributing authors, institutions, and journals in the field were systematically recorded. D. antarctica, due to its mounting scientific significance, is readily accessible in the temperate waters of the Southern hemisphere, offering substantial health and societal advantages.

KEYWORDS

1. Bibliometrics
2. Bull kelp
3. Cochayuyo
4. Durvillaea antarctica
5. Nutraceutical