| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7598313 | Food Chemistry | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
The objective of the present study was to evaluate the effect of carbon dioxide (CO2) enrichment on the main health-promoting compounds and organoleptic characteristics of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) fruits grown in greenhouse. The contents of health-promoting compounds, including lycopene, β-carotene, and ascorbic acid, as well as the flavour, indicated by sugars, titrable acidity, and sugar/acid ratio, were markedly increased in CO2 enrichment fruits. Furthermore, CO2 enrichment significantly enhanced other organoleptic characteristics, including colour, firmness, aroma, and sensory attributes in tomato fruits. The results indicated that CO2 enrichment has potential in promoting the nutritional value and organoleptic characteristics of tomatoes.
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Authors
Zhiming Zhang, Lihong Liu, Min Zhang, Yongsong Zhang, Qiaomei Wang,