Table 5.
Glucose dialysis retardation index (GDRI) of outer and inner bracts of culinary banana flower
| Time (min) | Outer bract (%) | Inner bract (%) | Cellulose (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 min | 40.12 ± 0.10b | 41.33 ± 0.12c | 22.75 ± 0.05a |
| 40 min | 50.79 ± 0.17b | 56.67 ± 0.17c | 29.50 ± 0.03a |
| 60 min | 62.51 ± 0.07c | 59.82 ± 0.06b | 30.30 ± 0.50a |
Mean with different superscript letters in the same row represent significant difference at P < 0.05 based on Duncan’s multiple range test, values represent mean ± SD; n = 3