Influence of packaging materials and temperature on the glycoalkaloid content of potato tubers.

Author(s) : ROSENFELD H. J., SUNDELL H. A., LEA P., RINGSTAD M.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Potatoes were packed in paper, polyester nets and polyethylene bags, and stored for 1 to 2 weeks at 5 and 23 deg C. Temperature rises increased potato solanine content. The highest glycolalkaloid contentrations were detected in potatoes stored in polyethylene bags.

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  • Original title: Influence of packaging materials and temperature on the glycoalkaloid content of potato tubers.
  • Record ID : 1997-0911
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Food Res. int. - vol. 28 - n. 5
  • Publication date: 1995

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