Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ignacio Cabezudo, Maria-Rocio Meini, Carla C. Di Ponte, Natasha Melnichuk, Carlos E. Boschetti, Diana Romanini
Summary: This study optimized the extraction of polyphenols from soybean hull by alkaline hydrolysis treatment and identified various antioxidant compounds present in soybean hull using LC-MS. Alternative extraction methods based on Aspergillus oryzae fermentation and a-amylase hydrolysis were also proposed in this research.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Li Tian, Yang Kejing, Shulin Zhang, Jianhua Yi, Zhenbao Zhu, Eric Andrew Decker, David Julian McClements
Summary: Tea polyphenols have the ability to inhibit lipid and protein oxidation in walnut oil in-water emulsions. Low levels of tea polyphenols are effective at inhibiting oxidation, but high levels may actually promote protein oxidation. Therefore, using an appropriate concentration of tea polyphenols can enhance the quality and shelf life of emulsified polyunsaturated lipids.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Marcela C. Ferreira, Daniel Goncalves, Larissa C. B. A. Bessa, Christianne E. C. Rodrigues, Antonio J. A. Meirelles, Eduardo A. C. Batista
Summary: The use of ethanol as a safer alternative to hexane in vegetable oil extraction shows promise, although further research is needed to optimize its use in large-scale continuous operations.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING AND PROCESSING-PROCESS INTENSIFICATION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Luca Garcia, Stacy Deshaies, Thibaut Constantin, Francois Garcia, Cedric Saucier
Summary: This study selected 14 Syrah red wines with different initial composition and antioxidant properties and conducted three different accelerated ageing tests. The results showed high correlations between the initial phenolic composition and antioxidant properties of the samples. Partial least squares (PLS) regressions were used to establish models that can predict the AATs test results based on their different initial composition and antioxidant properties. The PLS regression models had overall very good accuracy with correlation coefficients (r2) > 0.89.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Emanuela Emmulo, Brunella Ceccantoni, Andrea Bellincontro, Fabio Mencarelli
Summary: The study demonstrates that ethanol is more efficient than water in extracting polyphenols, while ultrasound does not improve extraction. Addition of ethanol extracts of grape seeds/skin or pomace seeds significantly increases the polyphenol content in toothpaste, with good time stability.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Guitao Huang, Zhineng Wang, Guangxu Wu, Xuejiao Cao, Ruifen Zhang, Lihong Dong, Fei Huang, Mingwei Zhang, Dongxiao Su
Summary: The study found that continuous gastrointestinal digestion of lychee pulp phenolics (LPP) significantly increased the release of phenolic compounds, and colonic fermentation accelerated the production of short-chain fatty acids. LPP may protect gut health by regulating metabolic pathways and affecting the integrity of the gut barrier.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ewelina Jakubowska, Magdalena Gierszewska, Aleksandra Szydlowska-Czerniak, Jacek Nowaczyk, Ewa Olewnik-Kruszkowska
Summary: Novel chitosan films containing choline chloride and citric acid mixture as plasticizer and different amounts of quercetin as antioxidant additive were prepared. The addition of quercetin improved the mechanical properties and antioxidant activity of the films.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gulay Ozkan, Fatma Betul Sakarya, Dilara Tas, Bayram Yurt, Sezai Ercisli, Esra Capanoglu
Summary: This study investigated the phenolic and flavonoid contents as well as antioxidant capacities of various herb infusions collected from the Bingo''l region in Turkey after gastrointestinal digestion. Anchusa azurea Mill. showed the highest values while Crataegus orientalis exhibited the lowest. Gallic acid and chlorogenic acid were the most common phenolic compounds. After digestion, C. orientalis had the highest bioaccessibility of TPC and TFC.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yuyang Huang, Xiuqing Zhu, Ying Zhu, Zhenyu Wang
Summary: The polyphenols extracted from Pinus koraiensis bark showed high antioxidant activity, improved immune system function, and inhibited the growth of cancer cells. Additionally, they effectively protected the mouse immune system and reduced immune suppression caused by radiation.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Silvia Tagliamonte, Raffaele Romano, Manuela Flavia Chiacchio, Alessandra Aiello, Lucia De Luca, Vincenzo Salzano, Paola Vitaglione
Summary: This study aimed to reutilize tomato pomace, a by-product of the tomato-processing industry, in the development of tomato sauce and assess its nutritional content and bioaccessibility. The innovative tomato sauce products showed higher levels of carotenoids, α-tocopherol, and total antioxidant capacity (TAC) compared to traditional sauce. Bioaccessibility of carotenoids and α-tocopherol varied among the different tomato sauce formulations, while total polyphenols content was higher in the sauce with 100% tomato pomace.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahmed Snoussi, Ismahen Essaidi, Hayet Ben Haj Koubaier, Houda Zrelli, Ibrahim Alsafari, Tesic Zivoslav, Jelena Mihailovic, Muhummadh Khan, Abdelfatteh El Omri, Tanja Cirkovic Velickovic, Nabiha Bouzouita
Summary: The study demonstrated that microwave drying could increase the levels of phenolic compounds in M. communis L. leaves, enhance their antioxidant capacity, and significantly improve the oxidative stability of soybean oil.
Article
Thermodynamics
Andressa Comerlatto, Fernando A. Voll, Alisson L. Daga, Eliton Fontana
Summary: This study investigated the influence of solvent composition and temperature on mass transfer during soybean oil packed-bed extraction using ethanol/isopropyl alcohol mixtures. The results showed that ethanol-rich mixtures are limited by convection, while isopropyl alcohol-rich mixtures are limited by internal diffusion. Economic analysis indicated that isopropyl alcohol is more suitable for low-yield extractions, while ethanol is more suitable for high-yield extractions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Henrique Gasparetto, Fernanda de Castilhos, Nina Paula Gonsalves Salau
Summary: This review describes the use of green solvents and leading technologies for extracting soybean oil and other vegetable oils. It provides an overview of the soybean chain and introduces the current use of green solvents and technologies. Additionally, it reviews kinetic and thermodynamic approaches and presents tools for screening solvents. The review discusses the possibilities, prospects, and challenges of green solvent extraction of soybean oil.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Gokhan Zengin, Mohamad Fawzi Mahomoodally, Abdurrahman Aktumsek, Jozsef Jeko, Zoltan Cziaky, Maria Joao Rodrigues, Luisa Custodio, Ridvan Polat, Ugur Cakilcioglu, Adnan Ayna, Monica Gallo, Domenico Montesano, Carene Picot-Allain
Summary: The poorly studied endemic Nepeta species Nepeta baytopii from Turkey was evaluated for its biological activities, exhibiting high antioxidant, enzyme inhibition, and cytotoxicity properties. The abundant bioactive compounds in N. baytopii suggest potential pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications, and further investigation is warranted.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Veronica Conti, Chiara Piccini, Marco Romi, Patrizia Salusti, Giampiero Cai, Claudio Cantini
Summary: The aim of this research was to evaluate the levels of antioxidants and polyphenols in pasta enriched with either carrot or olive leaf flours after simulating gastrointestinal digestion. The results showed that the enriched pasta had higher antioxidant power and polyphenol content, and this effect was maintained throughout the digestion process.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Abdo Hassoun, Abderrahmane Ait-Kaddour, Adnan M. Abu-Mahfouz, Nikheel Bhojraj Rathod, Farah Bader, Francisco J. Barba, Alessandra Biancolillo, Janna Cropotova, Charis M. Galanakis, Anet Rezek Jambrak, Jose M. Lorenzo, Ingrid Mage, Fatih Ozogul, Joe Regenstein
Summary: Climate change, population growth, food waste, and the risk of new disease outbreaks pose significant challenges to food sustainability and global security. Industry 4.0 technologies have emerged as a vital driver for sustainable development, transforming the food industry and offering solutions to these challenges. However, groundbreaking sustainable solutions can only be achieved by combining multiple technologies simultaneously.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ruben Agregan, Mirian Pateiro, Benjamin M. Bohrer, Mohammad Ali Shariati, Asad Nawaz, Gholamreza Gohari, Jose M. Lorenzo
Summary: Okra, also known as Abelmoschus esculentus, is a nutritious crop that has been used in traditional medicine and functional food manufacturing. It contains various bioactive compounds that have potential health benefits, including anti-diabetic, anti-cancer, anti-hypertensive, and antimicrobial effects.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Manoj Kumar, Muzaffar Hasan, Anshu Sharma, Rajat Suhag, Chirag Maheshwari, Radha, Deepak Chandran, Kanika Sharma, Sangram Dhumal, Marisennayya Senapathy, Krishnaprabu Natarajan, Sheela Punniyamoorthy, Pran Mohankumar, Abhijit Dey, Vishal Deshmukh, T. Anitha, V. Balamurugan, Ravi Pandiselvam, Jose M. Lorenzo, John F. Kennedy
Summary: Human awareness of health measures to enhance disease resilience has increased due to recent health risks. Plant-derived polysaccharides have shown significant biological activity and are low in toxicity, making them promising candidates for disease prevention. Tinospora cordifolia polysaccharides extracted through various techniques have demonstrated multiple health benefits, and the innovative extraction method of supercritical-fluid extraction (SFE) yields the highest quality polysaccharides. This review covers the extraction methods, structural characterization, and biological activities of T. cordifolia polysaccharides, providing valuable insights for further research and potential applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ricardo V. V. Duarte, Jose A. Lopes-da-Silva, Ana M. M. Gomes, Ivonne Delgadillo, Francisco J. J. Barba, Jorge A. A. Saraiva
Summary: This study observed the changes in microbiological, physiochemical, and textural properties of fresh cheeses made from cow or goat milk under hyperbaric and refrigerated storage. The results showed that hyperbaric storage at room temperature inhibited microbial growth and improved the stability of the cheeses. However, it also caused whey loss, reduction in moisture content, and textural changes. Overall, hyperbaric storage reduced microbial load and had minimal effects on quality parameters, thus extending the shelf-life of fresh cheeses.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lucia Cuesta Ramos, Javier Palacios, Ruth E. Barrientos, Jessica Gomez, Juan Manuel Castagnini, Francisco J. Barba, Alejandro Tapia, Adrian Paredes, Fredi Cifuentes, Mario J. Simirgiotis
Summary: This study investigated the proximal analysis, phenolic fingerprinting, antioxidant activity, and enzymatic inhibition and relaxation effects of Azara dentata Ruiz & Pav. in rat aorta. The fruits of this plant exhibited high mineral and heavy metal contents, as well as significant amounts of anthocyanins, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and coumarins. The ethanolic extracts showed strong antioxidant activity and inhibited important enzymes, while also inducing relaxation in rat aorta through the release of endothelial nitric oxide.
Article
Plant Sciences
Warintorn Ruksiriwanich, Pichchapa Linsaenkart, Chiranan Khantham, Anurak Muangsanguan, Korawan Sringarm, Pensak Jantrawut, Chanakan Prom-u-thai, Sansanee Jamjod, Supapohn Yamuangmorn, Chaiwat Arjin, Pornchai Rachtanapun, Kittisak Jantanasakulwong, Yuthana Phimolsiripol, Francisco J. Barba, Sarana Rose Sommano, Romchat Chutoprapat, Korawinwich Boonpisuttinant
Summary: Alopecia and gray hair are common hair abnormalities with psychological impacts, and chemical treatments have distressing side effects. This study focused on the waste of rice cultivars from Thailand and evaluated their potential for hair revitalization. The BB4CMU rice bran oil (RBO) showed comparable melanin production induction to the standard drug theophylline, and it also exhibited inhibitory effects on steroid 5 alpha-reductase genes. Thus, BB4CMU-RBO could be a promising candidate for hair revitalization from natural resources.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sirwan K. K. Ahmed, Rabab G. A. El-Kader, Jose M. M. Lorenzo, Chiranjib Chakraborty, Kuldeep Dhama, Mona G. G. Mohammed, Mohammad Ebad Ur Rehman, Daria S. S. Abdulrahman
Summary: Monkeypox (MPX) has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization, with 78,000 verified cases and 40 deaths reported as of November 4, 2022, from 109 countries and territories. This article highlights the importance of implementing hospital-based prevention and control measures to mitigate the ongoing MPX outbreaks and address the global public health emergency.
HEALTH SCIENCE REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Raquel Lucas-Gonzalez, Birsen Yilmaz, Amin Mousavi Khaneghah, Christophe Hano, Mohammad Ali Shariati, Sneh Punia Bangar, Gulden Goksen, Kuldeep Dhama, Jose Manuel Lorenzo
Summary: Cinnamon is an ancient spice used in culinary and traditional medicine practices, containing compounds responsible for its antimicrobial properties. This review focuses on the potential of cinnamon to address challenges in the agri-food industry.
FOOD PACKAGING AND SHELF LIFE
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Manuel Bernabeu, Seyed Mohammad Taghi Gharibzahedi, Arsheed A. Ganaie, Muzafar A. Macha, Basharat N. Dar, Juan M. Castagnini, Cristina Garcia-Bonillo, Antonio J. Melendez-Martinez, Zeynep Altintas, Francisco J. Barba
Summary: Gut microbiota plays a crucial role in immune checkpoint therapy, and carotenoids can modulate the microbiome effectively to reduce chronic disease risks. This review focuses on the bio-functional effects of carotenoids on gut microbiota and utilizes the PRISMA methodology to analyze papers published in the past two decades. The results show that carotenoids can lead to quantitative changes in intestinal bacteria, and their modulation of gut microbiota promotes the appearance of beneficial bacteria and protects the intestinal epithelium.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Jianjun Zhou, Min Wang, Nabil Grimi, Basharat N. Dar, Joaquim Calvo-Lerma, Francisco J. Barba
Summary: Microalgae contain valuable compounds that can be used directly or fractionated. The extraction and purification of these components are crucial for their industrial application. Innovative technologies are emerging for the efficient utilization and scaling-up of microalgae products.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Roji Waghmare, Paulo E. S. Munekata, Manoj Kumar, Sona R. Moharir, Rahul Yadav, Kuldeep Dhama, Jose M. Lorenzo
Summary: This review introduces the efficient Instant controlled pressure drop drying technology, DIC. DIC has the potential to minimize variations in the quality of the final dried product. The article focuses on the effect of DIC on vitamins, bioactive compounds, physicochemical properties, and sensory properties of fresh produce. DIC is a thermo-mechanical technique that uses saturated steam and immediate pressure drop to achieve vacuum, resulting in reduced drying time and improved quality of the dried product.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Milad Tavassoli, Arezou Khezerlou, Tina Niknazar Moghaddam, Solmaz Firoozy, Milad Bakhshizadeh, Mahmood Alizadeh Sani, Mohammad Hashemi, Ali Ehsani, Jose Manuel Lorenzo
Summary: Pectin/chitosan nanofiber films containing sumac anthocyanin were developed for freshness monitoring and shelf-life extension of shrimp. The films showed sensitivity to ammonia vapors and changed color in the presence of spoilage. They also exhibited significant antibacterial activity. The films had good functional characteristics and acceptable physicomechanical properties.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Muhammad Azeem, Farhan Saeed, Muhammad Afzaal, Huda Ateeq, Aftab Ahmad, Atif Liaqat, Rosa Busquets, Jose M. Lorenzo, Mohd Asif Shah
Summary: This study encapsulated probiotics using solid lipid micro particles (SLMP) and demonstrated that the encapsulated probiotics exhibited significant viability under simulated gastrointestinal conditions. Solid lipid particles as wall material showed potential to extend the stability and viability of probiotics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD PROPERTIES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Albert Sebastia, Noelia Pallares, Luna Bridgeman, Ana Juan-Garcia, Juan Manuel Castagnini, Emilia Ferrer, Francisco J. Barba, Houda Berrada
Summary: This article reviews the formation, detection, and quantification techniques of acrylamide in food. The latest innovative techniques include solvent-free extraction and modified QuEChERS extraction methods, which improve selectivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness while reducing interference from other compounds.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ruben Dominguez, Roberto Bermudez, Mirian Pateiro, Raquel Lucas-Gonzalez, Jose M. Lorenzo
Summary: The trend in today's society is to increase the intake of vegetable protein. Lupins, a legume with high protein content, are undervalued as a protein source. In this study, a procedure for obtaining lupin protein isolate (LPI) has been optimized and validated. The results show that the optimized LPI has a high yield and purity, and meets the requirements of high-quality protein. The LPI also has desirable technofunctional properties, making it attractive for use in the food industry.