@conference{
author = "Kała, Katarzyna and Krakowska, Agata and Radović, Jelena and Kundaković, Tatjana and Muszyńska, Bożena",
year = "2018",
abstract = "Tricholoma equestre (L.) P. Kumm. (Man on horseback) is a popular species
of edible mushroom. This species was selected for the experiment because it is a
commonly consumed mushroom that is allowed to be sold on bazaar in many
countries include Poland. It was proven that this species is a good source of zinc and
other biologically active substances. Based on scientific data is good known that
biologically active constituents of Tricholoma equestre − fatty acids, exhibit role in
prophylaxis of hypertension and coronary heart disease.
Thereby, the aim of the research was to study content of fatty acids and their
profile in lyophilized fruiting bodies of Tricholoma equestre. In order to study the
chemical composition of fatty acids, their cyclohexane extract was studied using GCMS.
Fatty acids were esterified using 98% H2SO4/MeOH anh. to obtain FAMEs (fatty
acid methyl esters).
Eleven fatty acids were detected and quantified: myristic acid, pentadecanoic
acid, palmitic acid, heptadecanoic acid, stearic acid, oleic acid, vaccenic acid, linoleic
acid, arachidonic acid, behenic acid, and lignoceric acid. Palmitic, oleic and linoleic
acids were determined in highest amounts (respectively 28.84%, 28.59%, and 28.29%
of total content). The analyzed total fatty acids profile contain saturated fatty acids
(40.25%), monounsaturated fatty acids (31.12%) and polyunsaturated fatty acids
(28.63%).
To ensure the proper functioning of the human body, it is necessary to have a
balance between the saturated and unsaturated fatty acids in daily diet. Based on
obtained results Tricholoma equestre species is a good natural source of unsaturated
fatty acids and can be a valuable component of everyday diet.",
publisher = "Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology",
journal = "EYEC Monograph, 7th European Young Engineers Conference",
title = "Analysis of fatty acids composition in Tricholoma equestre fruiting bodies",
pages = "503-503",
url = "https://hdl.handle.net/21.15107/rcub_farfar_5274"
}