Article
Food Science & Technology
Serafino Suriano, Carlotta Balconi, Paolo Valoti, Rita Redaelli
Summary: This study analyzed the chemical composition of whole kernels of four different pigmented maize genotypes (yellow, red, blue, purple), revealing significant differences in bioactive phytochemical substance content among the genotypes. The purple kernel genotype showed the highest concentration of anthocyanins, while red maize had the highest total tocols content. Principal Component Analysis provided a good summary, clearly discriminating the genotypes based on their specific chemical composition.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Ida Di Mola, Eugenio Cozzolino, Lucia Ottaiano, Riccardo Riccardi, Patrizia Spigno, Milena Petriccione, Nunzio Fiorentino, Massimo Fagnano, Mauro Mori
Summary: The study evaluated the effect of a biodegradable mulching film on yield and qualitative traits of San Marzano tomatoes. The results showed that the biodegradable mulching film significantly increased yield and improved quality traits, demonstrating agronomic efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Article
Plant Sciences
Mia Dujmovic, Sanja Radman, Nevena Opacic, Sanja Fabek Uher, Vida Mikulicin, Sandra Voca, Jana Sic Zlabur
Summary: While fruits, vegetables, and aromatic species are commonly consumed, the importance of edible flowers rich in phytochemicals is often overlooked. Edible flowers are abundant in specialized metabolites (SM) and possess strong antioxidant capacities, making them beneficial for human health.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lorenzo Estivi, Luisa Pellegrino, Johannes A. Hogenboom, Andrea Brandolini, Alyssa Hidalgo
Summary: Enriching cereal-based foods with pseudocereals is a viable way to improve their nutritional quality. This research evaluated the antioxidant properties of amaranth, quinoa, and buckwheat, as well as the heat damage of water biscuits made from einkorn flour and enriched with 50% buckwheat, amaranth, or quinoa. Buckwheat had the highest tocols content, while einkorn had the most carotenoids. Buckwheat and quinoa had the highest concentration of conjugated phenolics, while einkorn and bread wheat had the highest content of bound phenolics. The all-wholemeal water biscuits had greater heat damage compared to those with refined flour. Water biscuits made with 100% bread wheat and einkorn flour showed more heat damage than those with pseudocereals. Despite lysine loss, the amino acid profile of the pseudocereal-enriched water biscuits remained more balanced.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Anuj Niroula, Namita Amgain, K. C. Rashmi, Samikshya Adhikari, Jyoti Acharya
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the effects of deetiolation on barley and wheat microgreens after cultivation in dark, showing that prolonged etiolation can enhance certain phytochemicals content but reduce overall antioxidant capacities.
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
Food Science & Technology
Jyoti Acharya, Sonila Gautam, Prakshya Neupane, Anuj Niroula
Summary: Beet microgreens have the potential to be a powerful natural antioxidant, as they can solely fulfill the recommended daily intake of ascorbic acid. The study found significant variations in physicochemical composition during the growth period, with high correlations observed among all investigated parameters.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD PROPERTIES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Theodoros Chatzimitakos, Vassilis Athanasiadis, Konstantina Kotsou, Eleni Bozinou, Stavros I. Lalas
Summary: This study aimed to identify the optimal extraction procedures and parameters to obtain the maximum quantity of bioactive components from lemon peel by-products. The results revealed that simple stirring for 150 min at 20 degrees C proved to be the most effective and practical method. Under optimum extraction conditions, the extract was found to contain high total phenolic content, total flavonoid content, amounts of ascorbic acid, and total carotenoids content, and demonstrated potent antioxidant properties, making it a promising ingredient for functional foods and cosmetics.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Jimena Rios, Viviana Valero-Jara, Samanta Thomas-Valdes
Summary: Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended during the first 6 months of life, with breast milk composition being influenced by maternal diet. Polyphenols and carotenoids present in breast milk have antioxidant activities and potential benefits for infants, with their content depending on maternal intake and various factors. Further research is needed to understand the relationship between these phytochemicals and development of infants.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Chen Zhu, Osbert Chou, Fung Ying Lee, Zening Wang, Colin J. Barrow, Frank R. Dunshea, Hafiz A. R. Suleria
Summary: Rejected kiwifruit, including SunGold, Hayward, and round organic Hayward, were found to contain abundant phenolic compounds with high antioxidant activities, indicating the potential value for their rescue and further commercial exploitation.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gjore Nakov, Andrea Brandolini, Lorenzo Estivi, Katia Bertuglia, Nastia Ivanova, Marko Jukic, Daliborka Koceva Komlenic, Jasmina Lukinac, Alyssa Hidalgo
Summary: The addition of tomato pomace improves the nutritional and technological characteristics of cream crackers, increasing ash, fat, protein, dietary fiber, carotenoids, tocols, phenolic compounds, and antioxidant activity while decreasing hardness. Cream crackers with 8% tomato pomace showed the best sensory quality, suggesting the potential for utilizing tomato waste in food products for both nutritional enhancement and waste reduction.
Article
Plant Sciences
Mohammad Reza Fayezizadeh, Naser Alemzadeh Ansari, Mohammad Mahmoudi Sourestani, Mirza Hasanuzzaman
Summary: This study investigated the biochemical compounds, antioxidant capacity, leaf color profile, and yield of 21 cultivars and genotypes of basil microgreen. Results showed that the Persian Ablagh genotype had the highest antioxidant potential composite index (APCI) and that the basil genotypes were classified into four clusters based on their phytochemical components. The principal components analysis revealed diversity among basil genotypes, with the origin of basil seeds playing an important role in antioxidant synthesis.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ying-Hui Mai, Qi-Guo Zhuang, Qiao-Hong Li, Kui Du, Ding-Tao Wu, Hua-Bin Li, Yu Xia, Fan Zhu, Ren-You Gan
Summary: This study optimized the conditions for the extraction of antioxidants from 'Jinfeng' kiwifruit using ultrasound-assisted extraction and analyzed their antioxidant capacity, total phenolic and flavonoid contents, and antioxidant profiles. The results showed that 'Jinfeng' kiwifruit had high antioxidant capacity and antioxidant compound content under the optimal extraction conditions, making it a good dietary source of natural antioxidants.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Doaa Abouelenein, Ahmed M. M. Mustafa, Franks Kamgang Nzekoue, Giovanni Caprioli, Simone Angeloni, Silvia Tappi, Juan Manuel Castagnini, Marco Dalla Rosa, Sauro Vittori
Summary: Plasma activated water (PAW) is a potential alternative for food preservation. The study investigated the effect of PAW processing time on bioactive compounds and antioxidant/peroxidase activities in rocket-salad leaves. Results showed that PAW treatment increased the content of phenolic compounds, vitamin C, riboflavin, and nicotinic acid in rocket. PAW-20 treatment also improved antioxidant activity and reduced peroxidase activity.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Carla Gentile, Giuseppe Mannino, Eristanna Palazzolo, Giuseppe Gianguzzi, Anna Perrone, Graziella Serio, Vittorio Farina
Summary: This study compared the food quality, nutritional composition, and nutraceutical values of different varieties of cherimoya. Fino de Jete was found to be the best in terms of commercial attributes and nutritional composition, while Chaffey and Daniela had the highest content of polyphenols and proanthocyanidins. Torre1 and Torre2 showed a balanced nutritional profile.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Roberto D'Amato, Mauro De Feudis, Elisabetta Troni, Sabrina Gualtieri, Roberto Soldati, Franco Famiani, Daniela Businelli
Summary: The study evaluated the agronomic potential of glass-based materials as slow-release Fe fertilizers, showing an increased Fe release in alkaline environment. These materials have the potential to enhance soil fertility without adverse effects on the environment.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Elissa Daher, Nicola Cinosi, Elena Chierici, Gabriele Rondoni, Franco Famiani, Eric Conti
Summary: The adoption of sustainable methods for herbivore pest control in Europe has strict requirements. This study tested the efficacy of different products in preventing the infestation of the key pest, olive fruit fly, in olive orchards. The findings provide valuable information for the development of control strategies in integrated pest management (IPM) and organic agriculture.
Article
Agronomy
Amer Adawi, Samer Jarrar, Leen Almadi, Raed Alkowni, Marilita Gallo, Anna Maria D'Onghia, Roberto Buonaurio, Franco Famiani
Summary: High levels of copper accumulation in soil and potential public health risks have raised concerns about the use of copper compounds in agriculture. A field trial was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of low copper containing chemicals in controlling olive leaf spot disease. The results showed that Disper Cu Max (R) and Disper Broton GS (R) were able to significantly reduce OLS damage and the amount of copper used for treatments.
Article
Agronomy
Franco Famiani, Nicola Cinosi, Andrea Paoletti, Daniela Farinelli, Adolfo Rosati, Enrico Maria Lodolini
Summary: The study conducted experiments on both intensive and super-high-density young olive trees and found that using 160 ppm of NAA treatment at full bloom can practically eliminate fruit set and production, while greatly increasing vegetative growth. The treatment also showed a progressive increase in trunk growth over two consecutive years, accelerating the growth of young olive trees.
Review
Plant Sciences
Roberto Buonaurio, Leen Almadi, Franco Famiani, Chiaraluce Moretti, Giovanni Enrico Agosteo, Leonardo Schena
Summary: Olive leaf spot (OLS) caused by Venturia oleaginea is a prevalent disease in olive-growing areas worldwide, leading to significant yield losses. Early detection of leaf symptoms is difficult, and the pathogen-induced leaf drop creates the illusion of healthy and restored plants. This review provides updated information on taxonomy, pathogen life cycle, epidemiology, diagnosis, and control strategies for OLS. Copper-based fungicides, the main method of control, are facing potential substitution due to regulations, making it urgent to find alternative strategies, especially for organic agriculture.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Gabriele Paglialunga, Simona Proietti, Mariateresa Cardarelli, Stefano Moscatello, Giuseppe Colla, Alberto Battistelli
Summary: The results of the study showed that VPH biostimulant can improve root production and inulin yield of chicory under greenhouse conditions, while the application of biostimulants in growth chambers did not have any impact on crop yield and quality.
Article
Plant Sciences
Luca Regni, Simona Lucia Facchin, Daniel Fernandes da Silva, Michele De Cesaris, Franco Famiani, Primo Proietti, Maurizio Micheli
Summary: Micropropagation is an effective technique for in vitro propagation, but it is not widely used for olive trees due to their low proliferation and rooting rate. This study investigated the use of neem oil as an alternative to the expensive cytokinin zeatin to improve the proliferation rate of olive tree explants. The results showed that adding neem oil to substrates with low zeatin concentration increased the number and length of shoots in the proliferation phase. However, it did not have a positive effect on the rooting phase.
Article
Agronomy
Nicola Cinosi, Silvia Portarena, Leen Almadi, Annalisa Berrettini, Mariela Torres, Pierluigi Pierantozzi, Fabiola Villa, Andrea Galletti, Franco Famiani, Daniela Farinelli
Summary: A new non-destructive index of absorbance difference (I-AD) is used with portable devices to determine fruit ripening. In this study, the I-AD was evaluated on intact olives of the Leccino cultivar and found to be useful for monitoring olive ripening, with better performance achieved using the Kiwi-Meter. The I-AD determined by the Kiwi-Meter was more effective at measuring olive ripening parameters with acceptable accuracy.
Article
Forestry
Andrea Paoletti, Nicola Cinosi, Enrico Maria Lodolini, Franco Famiani, Adolfo Rosati
Summary: Root constriction by wire mesh reduced yield and growth in young olive trees of high- and low-vigor cultivars. Yield efficiency was unaffected by root constriction. This study evaluated the effects of root constriction on growth and yield efficiency of young olive trees.
TREES-STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Simona Proietti, Roberta Paradiso, Stefano Moscatello, Francesco Saccardo, Alberto Battistelli
Summary: The response of spinach plants to different light intensities was studied. Under low light conditions, plants showed reduced biomass accumulation and redirected photoassimilates to leaves for efficient light interception, with no changes in the photosynthetic process. Carbon partitioning favored starch synthesis under low light, resulting in an increase in the starch/sucrose ratio. The activity of enzymes involved in sucrose and starch synthesis decreased under lower light intensity, explaining the reduced accumulation of photoassimilates.
Article
Horticulture
Elissa Daher, Gabriele Rondoni, Nicola Cinosi, Eric Conti, Franco Famiani
Summary: This study tested the efficacy of novel compounds, including particle films and propolis, against the olive fruit fly. The mixture of kaolin and propolis showed the best results in reducing infestation. These findings suggest the potential incorporation of these products into management programs, although further investigations are needed to assess any possible side effects on olive physiology.
Article
Agronomy
Stefano Moscatello, Alberto Battistelli, Michele Mattioni, Simona Proietti
Summary: This study investigated the effects of nitrate supply on the growth and quality attributes of Cichorium intybus L. and Cichorium endivia L. The results showed that fertilization significantly increased the yield and quality of chicory, and high nitrogen supply also increased the carbohydrate content in leaves and roots. Additionally, genotype and nitrogen supply had significant interactions on fructan and nitrate accumulation in taproots. This study suggests that species selection and nitrate fertilization can modulate the yield and quality of young chicory plants.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Elissa Daher, Elena Chierici, Nicola Cinosi, Gabriele Rondoni, Franco Famiani, Eric Conti
Summary: This article introduces a method for processing observational records of B. oleae and other biological systems. By combining free software with the R environment, data collection and analysis can be conducted more effectively.
Article
Forestry
Silvia Portarena, Olga Gavrichkova, Enrico Brugnoli, Alberto Battistelli, Simona Proietti, Stefano Moscatello, Franco Famiani, Sergio Tombesi, Claudia Zadra, Daniela Farinelli
Summary: This study compared the growth, fruit production, and physiological processes of grafted and own-rooted hazelnut plants. The own-rooted plants had rapid above-ground development and earlier yield, while the grafted plants showed greater below-ground development and lower initial yield. However, the grafted plants eventually reached the same size as the own-rooted plants and entered the fruit production phase. The two types of plants also exhibited differences in root water uptake and leaf photosynthesis-related variables.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ziba Hosseinpour, Vida Rezaei
Summary: Sol-gel chemistry is a unique method for constructing high-performance flexible sensors. This study successfully developed a novel naked eye sensor for fast detection of oxalate by incorporating indole inside the pores of sol-gel silica glasses. The sol-gel films exhibited excellent sensitivity, leaching resistance, and response time under optimized conditions. The prepared sensor showed a wide detection range and low detection limit for oxalate, and displayed good precision for both inter-day and intra-day measurements.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
S. T. Sarhir, R. Belkhou, A. Bouseta, A. A. Hayaloglu
Summary: In order to optimize the quality of Lben, this study investigated the impact of starter, fermentation conditions and substrate composition on its organoleptic and technological characteristics using response surface methodology. An optimized model for Lben production was developed based on fermentation time, Lben sensory quality and its biological activities.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Kornelia Kadac-Czapska, Malgorzata Rutkowska, Eliza Knez, Piotr Konieczka, Malgorzata Grembecka
Summary: The quality of food is crucial for the healthy growth of children, and this study investigated the levels of mercury in infant formulas. The analysis revealed significant variations in mercury levels among different products. While the current assessment suggests mercury content is within acceptable limits, elevated levels in certain products may pose health risks.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Velisaria-Eleni Gerogianni, Eirini A. Panagopoulou, Paraskevi B. Vasilakopoulou, Vaios T. Karathanos, Antonia Chiou
Summary: This study evaluated the content of free and bound polar phenols in Corinthian currant and identified phenolic acids and flavonoids as components of its bound polar phenol fraction. An efficient method for the release of bound phenols from the fruit matrix was also applied. This research has significant implications for understanding the health benefits of Corinthian currant.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jose Eduardo de Matos Paz, Aline Macedo Dantas, David Douglas de Sousa Fernandes, Marcio Jose Coelho Pontes
Summary: This work presents a new methodology based on digital images and multivariate analysis for the classification of sugar samples based on their color. By analyzing the frequency distribution of color indices and developing classification models, high accuracy can be achieved. The proposed method offers advantages such as low cost, simplicity, and non-destructiveness.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Maria Guerrero-Chanivet, Manuel J. Valcarcel-Munoz, M. Valme Garcia-Moreno, M. Carmen Rodriguez-Dodero, Dominico A. Guillen-Sanchez
Summary: This study conducted a comprehensive analysis of Brandies de Jerez aged in Sherry Casks with different seasoning times and types, demonstrating significant differences in chemical composition and sensory characteristics among the brandies.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chayuttapong Malai, Kanvisit Maraphum, Khwantri Saengprachatanarug, Seree Wongpichet, Arthit Phuphaphud, Jetsada Posom
Summary: The quality of cassava can be measured using NIR spectroscopy to determine the starch content and dry matter content. A model developed from different scanning methods and surface conditions was compared, and the accuracy of the model using selected wavelengths was assessed. The prediction accuracy was found to depend on the scanning method, with the horizontal spectra obtaining the highest accuracy. The CARS-PLSR method was considered appropriate for predicting starch content, and the BOSS-PLSR method for predicting dry matter content.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Abhishek Sharma, Atul Kumar
Summary: This study detected antibiotics residues in goat milk in the Western Himalayan region of India and assessed the related health risks. It was found that the contamination did not pose acute health risks to adults and children at current levels, but children may be at a greater risk. The study highlights the need for monitoring and education to protect human health.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Livya Alves Oliveira, Stephanie Michelin Santana Pereira, Kelly Aparecida Dias, Stefany da Silva Paes, Mariana Grancieri, Luis Gonzalo Salinas Jimenez, Carlos Wanderlei Piler de Carvalho, Eugenio Eduardo de Oliveira, Hercia Stampini Duarte Martino, Ceres Mattos Della Lucia
Summary: This study characterized the powders of Tenebrio molitor and Gryllus assimilis, two types of insects, at different developmental stages. The powders were found to be rich in proteins, minerals, and vitamins, and showed good digestibility and solubility. The developmental stage of the insects affected their nutritional composition and functional properties.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Fernanda Rodrigues Spinelli, Jucara Aparecida Andre, Paulo Gustavo Celso, Marlos Schuck Vicenzi, Eder Julio Kinast, Caren Regina Cavichioli Lamb, Glauco Bertoldo
Summary: The production, marketing and consumption of grape juices have been constantly increasing in recent years due to consumers' search for products with proven health benefits. Brazilian data shows that grape juice produced from V. labrusca L. and hybrids has a lower soluble solids content, with more than half of the production falling between 14 and 16 degrees Brix. This suggests the need to re-discuss the 16 degrees Brix limit established by CXS 247-2005.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Fatima Zohra Issaad, Ala Abdessemed, Khalid Bouhedjar, Hani Bouyahmed, Mouna Derdour, Karima Ouffroukh, Ahmed Fellak, Mohamed Abd Salem Dems, Salah Chihoub, Radouane Bechlem, Abdelkader Mahrouk, Mourad Houasnia, Amine Belaidi, Khaled Moumed, Zohir Sebai, Faiza Saidani, Houria Akmouche
Summary: This study investigates the differences in physicochemical parameters and composition of monovarietal extra virgin olive oil from different varieties in Algeria, and applies machine learning techniques for classification and verification analysis.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Seyedeh Faezeh Taghizadeh, Ramin Rezaee, Gholamreza Karimi
Summary: This study assessed the risk of simultaneous oral exposure to a combination of 20 pesticides and 7 metals in citrus fruit samples. The results showed that the oral exposure to non-carcinogenic metals did not pose a major risk, while nickel intake presented a moderate risk. The intake of organophosphorus compounds indicated a moderate risk, while no significant risk was found for pyrethroids.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jian Zhao, Min Guo, Patricia Martins, Joao Ramos, Lingxi Li, Baoshan Sun
Summary: This study analyzed the structural composition of eight-year-old Syrah red wines produced using different winemaking technologies. The results showed that the structural features of polymeric polyphenols, including the proportions of proanthocyanidins, amino acids, phenolic acids, and anthocyanins, as well as the mean degree of polymerization, varied significantly depending on the winemaking technology used. These findings are important for winemakers to control the polymeric polyphenol composition of wines.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Mahunan Francois Assogba, Roger Houechene Ahouansou, N. Olive Ruth Djohi, Yenoukounme Euloge Kpoclou, Gildas Dona Anihouvi, Herbert Ogouyo Iko Af Afe, Biowa Franck Tchibozo, Caroline Douny, Jacques Mahillon, Marie -Louise Scippo, Djidjoho Joseph Hounhouigan, Victor Bienvenu Anihouvi
Summary: This study assessed the performance of new equipment and aimed to reduce the level of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the end products. The results showed that using QUALISANI equipment with charcoal achieved the highest thermal efficiency and the lowest PAH levels in compliance with standards.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Mehmet Ali Saridas, Erdal Agcam, Nafiye Unal, Asiye Akyildiz, Sevgi Paydas Kargi
Summary: Turkey's geographical location and climate conditions are suitable for growing various fruit species, with apricots being the most famous. Local and foreign varieties differ significantly in terms of soluble solids and acid content. The low taste values in foreign varieties are mainly due to their genotypic structure and early harvest. There are also differences in the main sugars and acid content among different apricot varieties.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2024)
