date:Sep 17, 2013
S. Enteritidis, and L. innocua by 3.04, 2.41, 5.52, and 6.12 log CFU/g, respectively. Significant reduction of all bacteria was reached between 10 and 30 min by UV light and between 30 and 45 min by US.
As regards the overall appearance, firmness, and color, UV light and US treatment applied for a maximum exposure time of 45 min do not negatively affect the product quality.
Being UV light and ultrasound non-thermal, safe, non-toxic, and environmental friendly technologies, the results suggest