Title: Correct packaging retained phytochemical, antioxidant properties and increases shelf life of minimally processed pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) arils Cv. Mridula
Authors: Bhatia, K; Asrey, R; Varghese, E
Abstract: This study investigated the effect of packaging
materials (Poly propylene, low density poly ethylene and KPA bags)
with different water and gas transmission rate on minimally processed ‘Mridula’
pomegranate arils stored at 5 ± 2 ºC and
85 ± 5 % RH for 15 days. During course of storage, phytochemical and
antioxidant properties of minimally processed arils were determined at 3 days
interval. The results indicated that packaging material influenced ascorbic
acid, phenols, anthocyanins, antioxidant and sensory score of minimally
processed arils. Arils packed in PP bags retained better total phenols,
anthocyanins and antioxidant compared to LDPE and KPA packed arils. PP packed
arils maintained higher acceptance score over the recommended commercial
acceptance level (above 6.0) up to the 15 days of storage.
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