Chemical composition and mineral content of fresh and dried fruits of the wild rosehip (Rosa canina L.) population
Višnja Vasilj,
Helena BREKALO,
Danijela PETROVIĆ
et al.
Abstract:Rosa canina L. is a widespread wild species in the temperate zone. The fruit is used for nutritional and pharmacological purposes, due to various chemical composition with considerable therapeutic potential. The fruit is rarely eaten fresh but has to be processed, usually dried. To prolong storage and prevent deterioration of the nutrient composition, it is important to optimize various processing methods. This study aimed to determine the basic chemical composition and content of macro and micro components in… Show more
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