Changes in total ascorbic acid and carotenoids in minimally processed irradiated Arugula (Eruca sativa Mill) stored under refrigeration

This work investigated the effects of irradiation (0, 1 and 2 kGy) on the content of bioactive compounds such as vitamin C and carotenoids with provitamin A activity in arugula during the storage at 5+/-1 degree C for up to 13 and 16 days, respectively. The vitamin C content decreased in non-irradia...

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Published in:Radiation physics and chemistry (Oxford, England : 1993) England : 1993), 2013-09, Vol.90, p.125-130
Main Authors: Nunes, Tatiana Pacheco, Martins, Cecília Geraldes, Faria, Adelia Ferreira, Bíscola, Vanessa, de Oliveira Souza, Kátia Leani, Mercadante, Adriana Zerlotti, Cordenunsi, Beatriz Rosana, Landgraf, Mariza
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Language:English
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Ascorbic acid
Carotenoids
Irradiation
Mills
Refrigeration
Vitamin C
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Summary:This work investigated the effects of irradiation (0, 1 and 2 kGy) on the content of bioactive compounds such as vitamin C and carotenoids with provitamin A activity in arugula during the storage at 5+/-1 degree C for up to 13 and 16 days, respectively. The vitamin C content decreased in non-irradiated as well as irradiated (1 and 2 kGy) samples during the storage period. On the other hand, no significant change in the content of carotenoids with provitamin A activity was observed after irradiation or storage period. Thus, the irradiation had minimal detrimental effects on the contents of carotenoids in arugula.
ISSN:0969-806X
DOI:10.1016/j.radphyschem.2013.03.044