Physicochemical analysis and phenolic profile of polyfloral and honeydew honey from Montenegro
M Nesović, Uroš Gašić, Tomislav Tosti, Jelena Trifković, Rada Baošić, Stevan Blagojević, Lj. M. Ignjatović, Živoslav Tešić
Abstract
-coumaric acid, caffeic acid and ferulic acid. Considering polyphenolic compounds and sugar content, a high nutritional value can be observed in all samples, with an emphasis on polyfloral honeys, as was confirmed with principal component analysis (PCA). In addition, all honey samples were tested for total phenolic content (TPC) and radical scavenging activity (RSA). The results indicate the higher antioxidant ability of honeys from Montenegro in comparison to some honey samples from other countries in the region.
Topics & Concepts
HoneydewChemistryFerulic acidFood scienceSugarHydroxymethylfurfuralDiastaseCaffeic acidPolyphenolApiaryBotanyAntioxidantBeekeepingBiologyOrganic chemistryFurfuralCatalysisBee Products Chemical AnalysisInsect and Pesticide ResearchPhytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities