Article
Chemistry, Applied
Laura. Laguna, Arantxa. Rizo, Delia. Pineda, Sara Perez, Amparo Gamero, Amparo Tarrega
Summary: The study found that intact resistant starch granules remaining after oral digestion can cause a sandy sensation, which increases with higher levels of resistant starch. The addition of an extra thickener can affect sandiness perception, with the nature of the thickener playing a more crucial role than the system's viscosity.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Dandan Pu, Wen Duan, Yan Huang, Lili Zhang, Yuyu Zhang, Baoguo Sun, Fazheng Ren, Huiying Zhang, Yizhuang Tang
Summary: The study found that microstructural and chemical composition properties play a crucial role in determining oral processing behaviors and dynamic texture perception. Adhesiveness and softness perception of the bolus were identified as key factors triggering swallowing.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nengneng Fan, Heather M. Shewan, Heather E. Smyth, Gleb E. Yakubov, Jason R. Stokes
Summary: Saliva plays a key role in oral lubrication that affects the sensory perception of foods and beverages. Ex vivo saliva-lubricity measurements show that the saliva pellicle's lubricity decreases on contact with dairy solutions, with increasing C:W ratio. Friction parameters from DTP correlate strongly with in-mouth textural attributes, indicating the usefulness of this method in mimicking oral processes.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
M. Trejo-Caceres, M. Carmen Sanchez, J. E. Martin-Alfonso
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of the acetylation process on kraft lignin for the development of bio-based semisolid lubricants. Lignin was acetylated with acetic anhydride and pyridine as a catalyst by modifying different reaction variables. The acetylated lignin was analyzed using various techniques to evaluate the changes induced by the acetylation process, and the rheological and tribological properties of dispersions were found to depend on the development of different microstructures.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yanhui Zhang, Ruoning Zhang, Yao Lu, Yanxiang Gao, Like Mao
Summary: Saliva plays an important role in the textural perception, rheological and tribological properties of high internal phase emulsions. The addition of saliva leads to droplet coalescence and structure breakdown, resulting in pronounced strain-thinning behavior and energy dissipation in the emulsions.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Takahiro Funami, Makoto Nakauma
Summary: This article reviews the relationship between food texture perceived by humans and the objective properties of food measured by instruments, covering mechanical, geometrical, and moisture-and fat-related surface properties. Research focuses on research subjects, tests aiming at these subjects, and new findings compared to conventional methods for easier literature search by readers. Instrumental measurements correspond to mechanics of food oral processing, estimation and prediction of texture through correlation with mechanical properties, imaging analysis for geometrical property evaluation, and tribology measurement for moisture-and fat-related surface property evaluation. Most studies in this review use polysaccharide emulsions, gels, and solutions as model foods for texture evaluation, emphasizing the contribution of colloid technology to texture research progress.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Dongdong Ni, Heather E. Smyth, Michael J. Gidley, Daniel Cozzolino
Summary: This study analyzed individual variations and relationships between mid-infrared (MIR) spectra of saliva and oral physiology and behavior, finding that the characteristic spectra of saliva can help to better understand consumer eating experiences and food choices.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Priyanka Sethupathy, Jeyan A. Moses, Chinnaswamy Anandharamakrishnan
Summary: Food is complex in terms of composition, structure, and function, with sensory attributes playing a vital role in consumer acceptance. Texture is a key sensory attribute perceived during oral food processing, which involves a dynamic multistage process. Tribology is an emerging field that considers the effect of lubrication, surface properties, and frictional forces on mouthfeel characteristics.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Patrizia Buldo, Martina Sokolowsky, Tina Hoegholm
Summary: This study highlights the effect of starter cultures on improving mouthfeel properties of fermented milk products using tribology, which can better describe the mechanical oral processing. The complexity revealed by the oral processing properties measured via friction coefficient indicates product dependency on microstructure.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Susana Ribes, Pau Talens
Summary: The increasing global life expectancy necessitates the development of novel and palatable food products suitable for seniors and individuals with impaired oral and swallowing functions. This review examines studies focusing on the rheological, tribological, and masticatory properties of different food systems intended for these populations, highlighting the relationship between instrumental measurements and sensory perceptions. The findings suggest that instrumental data complement sensory evaluations, aiding in the design of food products for specific populations.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Anwesha Sarkar, Siavash Soltanahmadi, Jianshe Chen, Jason R. Stokes
Summary: Research on food oral processing is crucial for governing sensory appreciation, pleasurable experience of consuming foods, and regulating nutrient intake. Tribology, as the study of friction and lubrication, provides insights into the physics of oral processing and sensory perception, making it a key tool in understanding these complex processes.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Fei Gao, Dongdong Li, Hongliang Li, Han Chen, Xueying Mao, Pengjie Wang
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of post-heating on the textural and sensory characteristics of stirred fermented milk. The research monitored the textural and rheological properties of post-heating fermented milk, such as viscoelastic behaviors, viscosity, and textural parameters. The findings showed that treatments below 65 degrees C/25 s enhanced the textural properties of fermented milk, while treatments above 65 degrees C/25 s degraded the textural properties and resulted in unacceptable grainy attributes.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Paula Varela, Ana Carolina Mosca, Quoc Cuong Nguyen, Jean A. McEwan, Ingunn Berget
Summary: This research examines individual differences in food intake and liking of semi-solid foods, particularly yogurt, with controlled texture variations. The study reveals that different consumers react differently to changes in yogurt texture, with some consuming more of what they liked less due to textural changes. Understanding these patterns can help in manipulating food texture to influence intake and target overeating, but individual differences among consumers must be taken into account.
FOOD QUALITY AND PREFERENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Qi Wang, Xinmiao Wang, Jianshe Chen
Summary: The study focuses on improving the reliability and feasibility of a tribometer for testing oral lubrication by introducing a lighter and soft probe. The use of various near-Newtonian fluids allowed for the examination of friction coefficients and lubrication behavior, with results suggesting promising application potential for in vitro oral lubrication studies.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bhavesh Panchal, Tuyen Truong, Sangeeta Prakash, Nidhi Bansal, Bhesh Bhandari
Summary: The study investigated the influence of emulsifiers and dairy solids on churning and physical attributes of butter. It found that additives had a significant impact on the macroscopic properties of butter while not greatly affecting its melting behavior. Emulsifiers like PGPR enhanced softness, while dairy solids like SC reduced solid fat fraction and hardness but produced a harder, stiffer texture.
Article
Food Science & Technology
L. Laguna, S. Fiszman, P. Puerta, C. Chaya, A. Tarrega
FOOD QUALITY AND PREFERENCE
(2020)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Patricia Puerta, Laura Laguna, Leticia Vidal, Gaston Ares, Susana Fiszman, Amparo Tarrega
FOOD QUALITY AND PREFERENCE
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Laura. Laguna, Arantxa. Rizo, Delia. Pineda, Sara Perez, Amparo Gamero, Amparo Tarrega
Summary: The study found that intact resistant starch granules remaining after oral digestion can cause a sandy sensation, which increases with higher levels of resistant starch. The addition of an extra thickener can affect sandiness perception, with the nature of the thickener playing a more crucial role than the system's viscosity.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
E. Coll-Brasas, L. Laguna, A. Tarrega, J. Arnau, A. Claret, E. Fulladosa
Summary: Water extracts obtained by mimicking the mastication of dry-cured ham samples showed that an increase in pastiness intensity leads to an increase in apparent viscosity, while temperature increase results in a decrease in viscosity. High Pressure Processing (HPP) treatments can alleviate some pastiness issues, but other factors may also play a role in the perception of pastiness.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
P. Puerta, R. Garzon, C. M. Rosell, S. Fiszman, L. Laguna, A. Tarrega
Summary: This study examined the impact of gluten-free bread's inner structure on oral processing and texture perception. Results showed that longer fermentation and higher hydration led to softer, moister bread with larger air cells, while shorter fermentation resulted in denser, more compact bread. Different types of bread exhibited varied sensations and properties during chewing and swallowing process.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Elizabeth Carrillo, Laura Laguna, Carla Arancibia, Amparo Tarrega
Summary: As people age, difficulties with chewing and swallowing may lead to a need to modify food consistency, such as pureeing food. Elderly consumers have found that the taste of pureed food is unappealing. This study demonstrates that adding flavors can improve the taste of pureed food.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Natalia Riquelme, Laura Laguna, Amparo Tarrega, Paz Robert, Carla Arancibia
Summary: The study investigated the effect of particle size and thickener type on emulsified systems under oral conditions. The results showed that lubrication properties were mainly influenced by thickener concentration, and oral oily coating was more related to oil droplet size.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Celia Badia-Olmos, Laura Laguna, Arantxa Rizo, Amparo Tarrega
Summary: This study investigated the effects of temperature and resting time on the rheological properties of thickened drinks. The results showed that temperature significantly influenced the viscosity values and the antithixotropic behavior, with different trends observed for different thickeners and drinks. Resting time also had an impact on viscosity values and antithixotropic behavior, with an increase in viscosity and a decrease in antithixotropy observed over time.
JOURNAL OF TEXTURE STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maria Munoz-Nunez, Laura Laguna, Amparo Tarrega
Summary: People with oral impairments face difficulties in performing oral processes, which can lead to choking. This study aimed to understand how different oral impairments affect the oral processing of food. The results showed that various oral factors affect food fragmentation, bolus formation, and its mechanical properties. Therefore, it is necessary to develop a guide considering all the safety parameters.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Celia Badia-Olmos, Laura Laguna, Claudia Monika Haros, Amparo Tarrega
Summary: The use of alternative vegetal sources is proposed as a strategy to improve plant-based products. This study compares the properties of seven vegetable flours and their pastes and gels. The properties vary depending on the type of flour, but some, such as oil-holding capacity, foaming capacities, and gel structure, show potential for developing new plant-based products.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ruth Pico-Munyoz, Amparo Tarrega, Laura Laguna
Summary: Thirstiness is the desire to drink water, but it can be uncomfortable when liquid water is restricted. This review discusses the causes of thirstiness and various beverages and food products available to quench thirst in individuals with limited access to liquid intake. It also explores alternative options and suggests incorporating effective strategies into existing products to relieve thirstiness.
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND FOOD SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Kovan Ismael-Mohammed, Mireia Bolivar-Prados, Laura Laguna, Pere Clave
Summary: This study aimed to assess the rheological and textural properties of ten thick purees, understand the effect of oral processing, and measure the properties of the ready-to-swallow bolus. The study found that oral processing significantly reduced viscosity in most purees, as well as maximum force and adhesiveness, but had little effect on cohesiveness. This study demonstrates the need for instrumental quality control using standardized protocols and SI units to provide optimal values for patients with dysphagia.
Article
Polymer Science
Raquel Baixauli, Mireia Bolivar-Prados, Kovan Ismael-Mohammed, Pere Clave, Amparo Tarrega, Laura Laguna
Summary: In addition to shear viscosity, other texture parameters such as adhesiveness and cohesiveness are important for safe swallowing in individuals with oropharyngeal dysphagia. Texture analyzers can provide valuable information on food properties, but the protocols and instruments for assessing adhesiveness and cohesiveness are limited. This study aimed to characterize four dysphagia thickeners using different texture analyzer settings and found that the choice of test type and probe influenced the results, while the test speed could be standardized to 1 mm/s.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Amparo Tarrega, Arantxa Rizo, Ana Murciano, Laura Laguna, Susana Fiszman
CURRENT RESEARCH IN FOOD SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Deepika Sharma, Gregory R. Ziegler, Federico M. Harte
Summary: Fabrication of bead-free nanofibers from pure casein is challenging due to its self-aggregation tendency. In this study, the influence of pH, ethanol content, ionic environment, and casein concentration on the solubility and solution characteristics of casein-based spinning dopes was analyzed. The addition of tetrasodium pyrophosphate (TSPP) reduced bead defects and improved the properties of the nanofibers. The viscosity of the solution depended on the casein concentration, and bead-free nanofibers were obtained at a concentration higher than the entanglement concentration (C-e).
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Smriti Shrestha, Leonie Van't Hag, Victoria Haritos, Sushil Dhital
Summary: This study investigated the pasting properties, structural formation, and molecular changes of mungbean, green lentil, and yellow pea proteins during high moisture extrusion (HME). The results showed that protein composition and conformation played important roles in the structural development and molecular changes during HME.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Shi Liu, Na Sun, Kunyu Ren, Xubin Tan, Lanxin Li, Zhe Wang, Shicheng Dai, Xiaohong Tong, Huan Wang, Lianzhou Jiang
Summary: In this study, self-assembled soy protein nanoparticles (SPN) were successfully prepared and used for encapsulation of lutein, 8-carotene, and curcumin. The encapsulated natural pigments showed improved stability, especially curcumin. This study provides a new approach for extending the use of lipophilic natural edible pigments in food products.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jianming Wang, Ziyun Liu, Kaiwen Zheng, Zhe Yuan, Chen Yang
Summary: By combining with high methoxyl pectin (HMP), the emulsifying properties of oat protein isolate (OPI) were improved. The OPI-HMP complex formed soluble complexes under specific pH conditions, exhibiting excellent emulsifying activity and stability, making it suitable as a delivery system for lipid soluble bioactive compounds in food and biomedical applications.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zihao Yin, Junzhe Zou, Mengwei Wang, Ruonan Huang, Yuemiao Qian, Mingyong Zeng, Fangwei Li
Summary: Phycocyanin, a protein prone to degradation under acidic conditions and unstable at high temperatures, has limited application in food. This study successfully combined phycocyanin with whey protein isolate using protein coprecipitation and chitosan coating to form composite particles, which maintained the color and colloidal stability of phycocyanin. The composite particles showed minimal color changes and retained high pigment retention rates after heating. Furthermore, the composite particles exhibited excellent antioxidant capacity. This breakthrough expands the application of phycocyanin in acidic beverages and other food forms.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yuting Su, Qian Zhou, Hui Xu, Manting Huang, Siqian Li, Jiayi He, Ka-Wing Cheng, Mingfu Wang
Summary: By developing the CM-Cur/QT complex, the solubility and stability of quercetin were improved, leading to enhanced bioavailability. The complex showed increased bio-accessibility and antioxidant efficacy during in vitro digestion, and facilitated the internalization of quercetin in macrophages, exerting a potential synergistic anti-inflammatory effect.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Sheliang Zhao, David Julian Mcclements, Xuebo Liu, Fuguo Liu
Summary: The low oral bioavailability of some bioactive ingredients is a challenge in the supplement and functional food areas. This study designs natural carriers that can simultaneously deliver both hydrophobic and hydrophilic bioactive ingredients, thereby increasing their ability to exert synergistic effects.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Md Easdani, Shabbir Ahammed, Md Nazmus Saqib, Fei Liu, Fang Zhong
Summary: Compiling hydrophobic and hydrophilic proteins to form a mechanically reliable bilayer film with improved water barrier properties and hydrophobicity is challenging. By introducing cross-linkers, the film exhibits compatible and flexible surfaces, enhanced color and transparency, and controlled water vapor permeability. The bilayer film shows potential for improving value-added functional properties.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Tian-Qi Zhou, Xue-Chen Wang, Ling-Yi Gao, Jia-Nan Yan, Hai-Tao Wu
Summary: This study investigated the synergetic gelation of curdlan gum (CG) and gellan gum (GG) at different ratios. The optimal gelation was achieved at a mass ratio of 1:1 and a total concentration of 0.6%. The gel properties were influenced by the CG/GG ratio, with the strongest gel observed at a ratio of 5:5. The improved gel properties were attributed to hydrogen bonds between CG and GG. The CG/GG binary composite gel exhibited increased water holding capacity as the CG/GG ratio decreased. Furthermore, the microstructure of the CG/GG gel was denser and more homogeneous, supporting its stronger gel rigidity and water holding capacity.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jialin Sun, Zihao Wei, Changhu Xue
Summary: In this study, porous gelatin microspheres (PGMs) with surface and internal porous structure were developed for the controlled release and rapid functional response of anthocyanins (ANCs). The loading of ACNs was achieved through electrostatic interaction, resulting in a high loading capacity. ACN@PGMs exhibited long-term controlled release, improved storage stability, and ammonia responsiveness, making them suitable for applications as antioxidant factors and food freshness indicators in the food industry.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xinlai Dou, Yanling Hao, Ying Sun, Pin Yang, Linlin Liu, Yinyuan He, Yanguo Shi, Chunhua Yang, Fenglian Chen
Summary: In this study, chitosan hydrochloride/carboxymethyl starch sodium (CHC-CMS-Na) nanogels were prepared as a baking additive and showed potential in improving bread quality.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xinya Wang, H. Douglas Goff, Steve W. Cui
Summary: This study thoroughly investigated the synergistic gelation between yellow mustard gum (YMG) and kappa-carrageenan using multiple techniques. The results showed that the interaction between YMG and kappa-carrageenan was mainly polymer associations, and YMG affected the gel formation process of kappa-carrageenan.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jielong Zhang, Dasong Liu, Xiumei Tao, Jun Tang, Xiaoyu Peng, Thom Huppertz, Xiaoming Liu, Peng Zhou
Summary: The effect of enzymatic dephosphorylation on the structure of casein micelles in caprine micellar casein concentrate was studied. The results showed that with increasing dephosphorylation, the molar mass decreased, the radii decreased, the hydration increased, and the internal protein inhomogeneity disappeared.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Wentao Ma, Chao Yuan, Bo Cui, Tian Gao, Li Guo, Bin Yu, Meng Zhao, Feixue Zou
Summary: This study investigated the influence of highly-branched cyclic dextrin (HBCD) on the physiochemical properties of x-carrageenan (KC) gels. The addition of HBCD significantly enhanced the storage modulus and freeze-thaw stability of KC gels. HBCD promoted the distribution of KC chains and aggregation of KC helixes, resulting in a compact network structure and reduced water loss. Furthermore, HBCD strengthened the thermal reversibility of KC gels through enhanced hydrogen-bonding interactions.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ya-Ru Wang, Qin Yang, Yi-Xuan Jiang, Han-Qing Chen
Summary: This study successfully improved the aqueous solubility, thermal stability, and antioxidant activity of RES by using ovalbumin fibrils as nanocarriers. The pH value was found to have an impact on the formation and properties of the complex, with the best interaction observed at pH 2.0.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2024)