Improvement of shelf-life and nutrient quality of tomatoes and eggplant fruits using chitosan-starch composite coat

Abstract

Fruit and vegetables that have been harvested can be compared to live systems that are actively undergoing metabolism. As a result, a range of spoilage bacteria, as well as enzymatic and chemical processes, can cause them to deteriorate (Petruzzi et al., 2017). This may pose a significant risk to the health of consumers and accrue heavy financial losses to producers, as consumers may withdraw their support and patronage. Foodborne disease is a public health issue that encompasses a wide range of disorders, the most common of which is gastroenteritis, which may be caused by a variety of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses and