Carotenoid photostability in raw spinach and carrots during cold storage.

Author(s) : KOPAS-LANE L. M., WARTHESEN J. J.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The effect of dark and lighted cold storage on pigment stability was studied. Light promoted pigment losses in raw spinach. Dark, cold storage did not affect carotenoid levels except for all-trans beta-carotene. In raw carrots, neither lighted nor dark cold storage affected major carotenoids.

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  • Original title: Carotenoid photostability in raw spinach and carrots during cold storage.
  • Record ID : 1996-2899
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Ital. J. Food Sci. - vol. 60 - n. 4
  • Publication date: 1995/07
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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