Pre- and postharvest factors affecting nutraceutical properties of horticultural products

Author: Brovelli, Ernesto A.

Source: Stewart Postharvest Review, Volume 2, Number 2, April 2006 , pp. 1-6(6)

Publisher: Stewart Postharvest Solutions

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Abstract:

Purpose of review: This manuscript examines the effect of preharvest (genotype, planting and cultural practices) as well as postharvest strategies that can be manipulated to affect the composition of horticultural products.

Recent findings: With greater access to robust bioassays and rapid screening tools, there is greater emphasis on understanding the effect of pre- and postharvest factors on the biological activity of botanical products.

Direction for future research: Significant increases in the concentration of phytochemicals and plant nutrients are certainly achievable. Research should be directed at understanding the human in-vivo responses to such plant composition alterations.

Keywords: PHYTOCHEMICALS; PLANT NUTRIENTS; BIOACTIVE PLANTS

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.2212/spr.2006.2.5

Publication date: 2006-04-01

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