Effect of the ripening stage on the mechanical, acoustics, and food oral processing properties of apples
This study evaluated and compared the mechanical, acoustics, and food oral processing properties of two apple varieties, Braeburn and Golden Delicious, depending on their ripening stage, during 15-d shelf-life period after harvest. The correlation between acoustics and mechanical properties varied b...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2025-12-01
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| Series: | International Journal of Food Properties |
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| Online Access: | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/10942912.2025.2511873 |
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| Summary: | This study evaluated and compared the mechanical, acoustics, and food oral processing properties of two apple varieties, Braeburn and Golden Delicious, depending on their ripening stage, during 15-d shelf-life period after harvest. The correlation between acoustics and mechanical properties varied by variety and ripening stage. Braeburn apples initially showed 5 correlations, which declined to 1 by 15 d, while Golden Delicious had 2 correlations at the beginning and 3 at the end of shelf-life, indicating more stable texture over time. Braeburn apples required fewer chews (under 20) and shorter mastication time (12–14 s), whereas Golden Delicious needed more chews (over 25) and longer mastication time (15–22 s), with significant differences across shelf-life. Particle size analysis showed a greater reduction in large particles for Braeburn, while Golden Delicious maintained more consistent sizes. By 10 and 15 d, overripe Braeburn apples developed noticeable mealiness, forming an unstructured bolus with indistinct particles. In contrast, Golden Delicious apples preserved a more uniform texture. These findings highlight the importance of considering both mechanical and acoustics properties, as well as mastication behavior when evaluating apple quality and consumer experience, with implications for postharvest handling and product development. |
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| ISSN: | 1094-2912 1532-2386 |