Vitamin C and α- and β-Carotene Contents in Vegetables Consumed in Finland during 1988–1989 and 1992–1993

doi:10.1006/jfca.1994.1028

Journal of Food Composition and Analysis

Volume 7, Issue 4, December 1994, Pages 252-259

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Vitamin C and α- and β-carotene contents were determined in domestic and imported vegetables consumed in Finland during 1988–1989 and 1992–1993. Vitamin C contents in vegetables of domestic or imported origin varied considerably and seasonal variation was also high. Vitamin C contents were highest in yellow and red sweet peppers and cauliflower and lowest in lettuce. Contents of α- and β-carotene were highest in carrots and tomatoes.

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