Analysis of nutrition composition of Schisandra fruits

Abstract

A systematically analysis of nutritional composition ofSchisandra chinensis and appreciation on its value of utilization were made for exploring a new way of utilization. The results showed that the fruit of Schisandra contains rich in kinds of vitamins, amino acids, organic acids and microelements that fit with human body. Its kernal contains the fatty acids with high value of utilization. Linoleic acid accounts for 50.7% of the amount of fatty acids in in kernel. The contents of the trace element Fe, Zn are also higher. Ve's content of Schisandra is 8 times of the orange.

Keywords

Schisander chinensis / Chemical composition / Nutrition analysis