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Tocopherol contents of two varieties (native and hybrid) of pumpkin seed.
| Parameter | Native Pumpkin seed (mg/kg) | Hybrid Pumpkin seed (mg/kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Tocopherols | ||
| Alpha-tocopherol | 54.0 ± 5.0 | 51.0 ± 2.0 |
| Gama-tocopherol | 112.0 ± 5.0*** | 24.0 ± 4.0 |
| Delta-tocopherol | 544 ± 8.0*** | 218.0 ± 6.0 |
| Total Vit. E (ppm) | 640 ± 2.9*** | 260 ± 2.9 |
Values represent means ± standard deviations (n = 3). *p < 0.05; **p < 0.01 and ***p < 0.001 are considered as significant.
