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Physiological effects of MAP and calcium chloride treatments on biochemical metabolites and quality stability by reducing respiration rate in sweet cherry fruit during storage

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This study examined how treating freshly harvested sweet cherries with calcium chloride and special packaging can keep them fresher longer. Researchers found that combining both treatments was most effective at preventing the fruit from losing weight, developing rot, and breaking down important nutrients. The combined treatment reduced respiration by 77% and better preserved vitamins and beneficial compounds that give cherries their health benefits.

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Improvement of antioxidant capacity, aroma quality, and antifungal ability of cherry by phenyllactic acid treatment during low temperature storage

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Researchers found that treating sweet cherries with phenyllactic acid (PLA), a natural organic acid, can significantly extend their shelf life while keeping them fresh and flavorful. A treatment with 8 mmol·L⁻¹ PLA concentration worked best, reducing decay, maintaining firmness and sweetness, and improving the fruit’s natural antioxidant properties during cold storage. This natural preservative approach offers a safe alternative to chemical fungicides while preserving the delicious taste and nutritional quality that consumers value in cherries.

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