The composition and microbial quality of pre-packed dates purchased in Greater Glasgow
1996
Aidoo, K.E. | Tester, R.F. | Morrison, J.E. | Macarlane, D.
Composition and microbiological contamination was measured in samples of pre-packed dates purchased from a number of stores and retail outlets in Greater Glasgow. The sugar content of dried pitted dates was C. 74%, about 10% more than reported on those packs where nutritional information was given. Potentially pathogenic bacteria like Escherichia coli. Saphyloccous aureus and Bacillus cereus were identified in some of the samples together with lactic acid bacteria, yeasts and moulds, Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus. Fresh dates were the most heavily contaminated of all samples, probably owing to the higher moisture content.
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