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Proximate biochemical parameters and antioxidant capac- ity of eight loquat genotypes (Eriobotrya Japonica Lindl.) from Zegzel Valley of Morocco

Kabiri, G. H. I. Z. L. A. N. E., Kodad, O. U. S. S. A. M. A., Hernandez, F. R. A. N. C. I. S. C. A., Lachkham, Fatima zahra, Faiq, Y. O. U. S. S. E. F., Ourradi, H. A. M. Z. A., Ennahli, S. A. I. D., Ercisli, S. E. Z. A., I, Hanine, H. A. F. I. D. A.

Abstract

The loquat fruit is a very precious product due to its economic and health benefits. For this reason, the evaluation of their biochemical profile and antioxidant activity has become required. Indeed, healthy fruits from eight loquat genotypes belonging to four regions of the Zegzel Valley are analysed. As a result, Moroccan loquat fruit showed a great pomo-logical and biochemical richness. From the eight genotypes, the `Z1' produced the biggest fruits (54.55 g) while `TA6' had the highest sugar content (54.85 mg. g1). The genotypes of `TA5 `TA6; and `TA7' showed the highest levels of fructose (31.64 mg. g1), sucrose (21.09 mg. g1), and glucose (10.34 mg. g1) respectively. In addition, the `T2' showed the highest content of flavonoids (59.58 mu g RE. g1), vitamin C (14.19 mg AAE/100g), and organic ac-ids which are malic acid (193.75 mg/100 g), quinic acid (107.25) and succinic acid (12.6 mg/100 g). The total phenolics are abundant in `TZN1' (186.0.5 mu g GAEg-1), while the greatest carotenoid content was revealed in `TA7' (90.65 mu g 6-carotene g1). The proteins and tannins content, seem to be similar in all genotypes (0.98 g/100g, 2.94-2.61 mu g. g1 respectively). Regarding the DPPH, ABTS, and FRAP tests, the `Z7' recorded the highest antioxidant capacity compared to the other genotypes. Overall, the quantity of major bioac-tive compounds and antioxidant capacity varied considerably among the eight genotypes. According to the results obtained in this study, the eight loquat genotypes have a great pomological and biochemical potential that can be exploited in vegetative propagation and improvement programs of this tree.

Keywords

Eriobotrya japonica Lindl Biochemical Antioxidant Capacity Sugar Carotenoids Tannin Vitamin FRUIT-DEVELOPMENT ORGANIC-ACIDS VITAMIN-C CULTIVARS PHENOLICS QUALITY PROFILE STORAGE

WoS Categories

Food Science & Technology

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

Citation

Journal: FUTURE OF FOOD-JOURNAL ON FOOD AGRICULTURE AND SOCIETY
Year: 2022
Volume: 10
Issue: 5
Pages: 1-12
ISSN: 2197-411X
DOI: 10.17170/kobra-202204136021
WoS UID: WOS:000917673100001

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