Quantitative composition of sugars in Sorbus aucuparia L. fruits utilizing different extraction solvents

Introduction. Extracts of Sorbus aucuparia L. can contain phenolic compounds with antimicrobial activity against microorganisms that cause skin infections [5], primary abscesses, wound or soft tissue infections [4]. However, sugars, that are also found in rowanberries, especially glucose, can function as both a carbon source and signaling molecules for bacteria, promoting their attachment to plant tissues. This phenomenon is particularly pronounced in phytopathogenic bacteria, which exploit host-derived sugars to support their infection processes. [6] Moreover, in biopharmaceutical development, maintaining sterility and product integrity is essential. Controlling sugar levels in plant extracts is critical, as sugars promote fungal growth, such as Aspergillus species [1], which can pose significant health risks when introduced into the body through contaminated cosmetics, such as, cutaneous aspergillosis, causing red, hardened skin patches, potential ulceration [3], and fungal keratitis, characterized by eye redness, pain, and blurred vision [2]. [...].