Abstract
The study aimed to evaluate the quality of honey samples sold in street markets in the city of Mossoro, RN, Brazil. Were carried out physical-chemical and microbiological. The physical and chemical analysis showed humidity (12 samples) and acidity (14 samples). In 13 microbiological samples were evaluated to determine the most probable number (MPN) of coliforms at 45 ° C. The humidity ranged from 17.45 to 18.95% in accordance with the law. Acidity ranged from 11 to 42 meq. Kg-1 determined by following the law. In a microbiological sample (7.7%) was positive for the presence of fecal coliforms (45 ° C). Honey sold without inspection should be avoided, as this does not have assurance to the consumer, may cause health disorders. Keywords: Analysis, food, public health.
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