The Preservative Efficacy of NSPRI Multipurpose Dryer on Ascorbic Acid and Polyphenol Content of Lycopersicum Esculentum (Tomato)
The effect of NSPRI Multipurpose dryer on the Ascorbic acid and polyphenol content of Lycospersicum esculentum (tomato) has been studied. NSPRI Multipurpose drying (500-600C) significantly (P < 0.05) reduced the ascorbic acid concentration at moisture content of 18.28%. A significant (P < 0.05) increase in polyphenol concentration was observed at moisture content of 11.10%. The increase in...
Published at Bioscience Research Communication Journal
Volume 14
Issue 6
Pages 543-547
Published in 2002
Oloyede, O.B. and Afolabi, I.S.
Afolabi Israel Sunmola » Prof. Israel Sunmola Afolabi is a Professor of Nutritional Biochemistry and Phytomedicine. He has great passion for cutting edge and ground breaking researches that are focused on solving challenges with direct influence on health of humanity. His current research interest focuses on food quality; spoilage and preservation; and harnessing the nutrients and health benefits of underutilized... view full profile
