APPLIED RESEARCH REGARDING THE CONTENT OF POLYPHENOLS IN CHERRIES

  • M. O. Naghiu Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • Anca Becze
Keywords: polyphenols, Gallic acid, cherry

Abstract

This applied research focuses on identifying the content of polyphenols in cherry varieties available on the Cluj-Napoca market. 3 sweet cherry varieties of Prunus avium L. three where taken into analysis for the determination of total polyphenols. The method used for the determination of total polyphenols is Folin-Ciocalteu. Average values obtained for the 3 cherries varieties are: 81 mg GAE/100 g FW for Stella, 43,7 mg GAE/100 g FW for Napoleon/Bigarreau and 83,7 mg GAE/100 g FW for Lapins.
Published
2017-07-05
Section
Short Communications