Abstract:2-O-β-d-Glucopyranosyl l-ascorbic acid
(AA-2βG) is a stable, bioavailable vitamin C (AA) derivative.
We report the distribution and seasonal variation of AA-2βG
in apples and its occurrence in other domesticated crops and in wild
harvested Ma̅ori foods. Liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry
analyses showed high AA-2βG concentrations in crab apples (Malus sylvestris) but low concentrations in domesticated
apples. Leaves of crab and domesticated apple cultivars contained
similar intermediate AA-2βG concentrati… Show more
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