WATERMELON Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is characterized by a high concentration of the carotenoid lycopene (90.6% of the Daily Value [DV] per 100 g), which exhibits significant antioxidant and anticarcinogenic properties; however, the fruit overall possesses a relatively limited vitamin profile. Among the mineral elements, the predominant constituents are: rubidium (77.0% DV per 100 g), silicon…
ONION Onion (Allium cepa) is characterized by an exceptional concentration of rubidium (476.0% of the Daily Value [DV] per 100 g). Its mineral profile is notably rich in: boron (286.0% DV per 100 g), cobalt (50.0%), and silicon (17.0%). It is further distinguished by its phytosterol content, specifically beta-sitosterol (27.0% DV). The carbohydrate fraction…
Basic information about the chemical composition White mushrooms (Agaricus spp.) are characterized by a high concentration of ascorbic acid (42.9% of the Daily Value [DV] per 100 g), pantothenic acid (42.0%), and nicotinic acid (30.3%). The mineral profile is dominated by: silver (285.7% DV per 100 g), vanadium (78.0%), cobalt (60.0%), copper (32.0%), cadmium (28.0%),…
ZUCCHINI Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo ssp. pepo) is characterized by a significant concentration of the carotenoids lutein and its isomer zeaxanthin (35.4% of the Daily Value [DV] per 100 g). These xanthophylls possess the capacity to accumulate within ocular tissues, providing essential photoprotection and supporting visual acuity. Its nutritional and mineral profile is notably rich…
BROCCOLI Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) is characterized by a high concentration of ascorbic acid (99.0% of the Daily Value [DV] per 100 g), vitamin K (phylloquinone) (85.0%), the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin (23.4%), and folate (16.0%). Its mineral profile is notably rich in: boron (264.0% DV per 100 g), silicon (260.0%), sulfur…
ALMOND Almond is a very high-calorie product. Its seeds (nuts) are characterized by a fairly high content of certain vitamins, mineral elements, proteins, but most importantly – unsaturated fatty acids (especially – linoleic and oleic) and phytosterols. Thus, almond nuts are rich in alpha-tocopherol (173.3% of the daily norm per 100…
RAISINS Raisins are essentially dehydrated grapes (fresh grapes usually contain about 80% water, while in raisins, the moisture content decreases to 15% due to drying), so the nutrient composition of these two products is similar (raisins are rich in vitamins, mineral elements, proteins, and carbohydrates from grapes are concentrated). The mineral content…
QUINCE The fruits of the quince (Cydonia oblonga) possess a high concentration of ascorbic acid (21.0% of the Daily Value [DV] per 100 g) and choline (vitamin B4) (17.0%). The mineral profile is characterized by a significant concentration of multiple elements: boron (249.0% DV per 100 g), rubidium (55.0%), vanadium (50.0%), chromium (39.0%),…
PEAS Peas is characterized by a high content of numerous mineral elements, as well as vitamins, proteins, essential and non-essential amino acids, phytosterols, fiber, and purines. Consequently, peas are rich in vitamin K (phylloquinone) (67.5% of the daily value per 100 g), vitamin B1 (thiamine) (46.8%), pantothenic acid…
BLUEBERRY The fruits of the blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) exhibit a relatively limited vitamin profile, with the exception of ascorbic acid (46.9% of the Daily Value [DV] per 100 g) and vitamin K (phylloquinone) (16.1%). Contrary to popular misconceptions, these fruits are characterized by a low carotenoid concentration, specifically in regard to lutein and…