PP70 Profile of glycosylated flavonoids, phenolic acids and methylxanthines by HPTLC in by-products of Teobroma cacao Trinitario grown in Palermo, Huila
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https://doi.org/10.3407/rpn.v6i1pp70Keywords:
Theobroma cacao, Metilxantinas, Ácidos fenólicos, Flavonoides, SubproductosAbstract
Cocoa is cultivated in humid tropical regions and is the third most important agricultural export worldwide, following coffee and sugar [1]. In Colombia, its cultivation has gained relevance within government programs aimed at promoting peace in post-conflict regions and replacing illicit crops [2].
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