Effect of modified atmosphere packaging on the glutathione and ascorbic acid content of asparagus spears.

Author(s) : SAITO M., RAI D. R., MASUDA R.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The results of this study indicated that to preserve ascorbic acid and glutathione simultaneously in stored asparagus through modified atmosphere packaging under high CO2 and low O2 conditions, O2 concentration levels must be selected between 1 and 6% in such a way so as to get acceptable retention levels of ascorbic acid and glutathione.

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  • Original title: Effect of modified atmosphere packaging on the glutathione and ascorbic acid content of asparagus spears.
  • Record ID : 2003-1391
  • Languages: English
  • Source: J. Food Process. Preserv. - vol. 24 - n. 3
  • Publication date: 2000

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