A METHOD FOR SLOWING DOWN THE METABOLISM AND CONTROLLING THE RIPENING OF FRUITS AND SIMILAR

摘要

A method for slowing down the basal metabolism and controlling the ripening process of fruits and similar. It consists of dissolving acetic acid in a determined volumen of water, adding a determined amount of potassium permanganate and of sodium periodate, by stirring until dissolving, and adding then powdered sepiolite and after a later stirring, a - paste will be obtained which will be extruded inside an oven. Next, the moisture rate is assessed and the paste is distributed in filter-like sections or unwoven textile material bags.