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Nutrition & Dietetics
Natalia Mandia, Pilar Bermejo-Barrera, Paloma Herbello, Olalla Lopez-Suarez, Jose M. Fraga, Cristina Fernandez-Perez, Maria L. Couce
Summary: This study quantified concentrations of minerals and trace elements in human milk and infant formula, revealing that preterm infants are at increased risk of nutritional deficiencies and toxicity. Toxic trace elements levels were higher in infant formula compared to human milk, suggesting a need for manufacturers to reduce their content.
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Chemistry, Analytical
Jake A. Carter, Patrick J. Gray, Todor I. Todorov
Summary: Inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) is an important tool for measuring nutrient elements in food. The commonly used external standard calibration method in ICP-OES is susceptible to matrix effects, while the standard additions method is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Automated standard dilution analysis (SDA) is a promising alternative that allows for online matrix matched calibration and can solve both time and matrix issues. In this study, we evaluated the performance of automated SDA in analyzing nutrient elements in foods and found it to be accurate and precise within a wide working range.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL ATOMIC SPECTROMETRY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Cristine Couto Almeida, Diego dos Santos Baiao, Paloma de Almeida Rodrigues, Tatiana Dillenburg Saint'Pierre, Rachel Ann Hauser-Davis, Katia Christina Leandro, Vania Margaret Flosi Paschoalin, Marion Pereira da Costa, Carlos Adam Conte-Junior
Summary: This research aimed to determine the mineral contents in infant formulas in Brazil and compare them to reference values. The findings showed that most infant formulas met or exceeded the maximum limits for minerals such as iron, zinc, copper, molybdenum, and selenium, but some formulas had zinc levels that exceeded the tolerable upper intake levels.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Xiaoying Lin, Xiaoling Wu, Xiangyu Li, Duo Zhang, Quanzhi Zheng, Jiayi Xu, Shaoyou Lu
Summary: This study investigated the levels of trace elements in Chinese infant food products and found limited research on the associated risks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Esther Lima de Paiva, Sher Ali, Elsa Reis Vasco, Paula Cristina Alvito, Carlos Augusto Fernandes Oliveira
Summary: The introduction of complementary foods is a crucial step in the transition to solid foods for infants, but these foods may contain potentially harmful toxic elements. Understanding the bioaccessibility of these elements is essential for assessing the potential risks to infants. Standardized assessment methods and regulatory guidelines have been established, but there are still research opportunities and significant knowledge gaps.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Maha Hoteit, Carla Ibrahim, Joanna Nohra, Yonna Sacre, Lara Hanna-Wakim, Ayoub Al-Jawaldeh
Summary: A study in the Lebanese market found that the majority of infant formulas and baby food products examined did not comply with regulations and nutrition labels. They also revealed high levels of saturated fatty acids and added sugars. This emphasizes the importance of policymakers in improving infant and young children feeding practices.
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Food Science & Technology
M. R. Moraes, E. do Nascimento da Silva, V. L. Sanches, S. Cadore, H. T. Godoy
Summary: This study evaluated the total concentration and bioaccessibility of elements in thirty commercial infant formulas in Brazil, with varying results among different types of formulas. While the total concentration of elements in infant formulas often exceeded manufacturers' claims and regulatory standards, they still provide adequate mineral intake for infants.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-MYSORE
(2022)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Rajesh Girdhar, Joseph J. Thompson, Sudhakar Yadlapalli, Vinod Srivastava, Ashutosh Kumar Mittal, Vishal Arora
Summary: This study demonstrated the precision and accuracy of AOAC Method 2015.06 on Indian nutritional matrixes, proving that the method can be extended to include them. The method showed typical repeatability and accuracy, with some Indian matrixes requiring alternate sample preparation procedures.
JOURNAL OF AOAC INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Dagem Alemayehu Ayele, Tadesse Fikre Teferra, Jan Frank, Samson Gebremedhin
Summary: By mixing flours of maize, red kidney bean, kocho, and pumpkin fruit, the nutritional and functional properties of local complementary foods in Ethiopia can be optimized at a low cost, improving nutrient quality, energy density, and functional quality.
FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Justyna Dobrowolska-Iwanek, Pawel Zagrodzki, Agnieszka Galanty, Maria Folta, Jadwiga Kryczyk-Koziol, Marek Szlosarczyk, Pol Salvans Rubio, Isabel Saraiva de Carvalho, Pawel Pasko
Summary: Sprouts are a potential dietary source of rich minerals and trace elements. Beetroot sprouts are rich in zinc, iron, and magnesium, while onion sprouts are rich in manganese and calcium. Sprouts from the Brassicaceae family are generally richer in calcium, magnesium, and zinc compared to sprouts from the Fabaceae family.
Review
Horticulture
Beppe Benedetto Consentino, Michele Ciriello, Leo Sabatino, Lorena Vultaggio, Sara Baldassano, Sonya Vasto, Youssef Rouphael, Salvatore La Bella, Stefania De Pascale
Summary: Fresh vegetables and fruits have always been important sources of nutrients, such as fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Biofortification is a promising strategy to increase the concentration of these compounds in the produce. This review discusses the latest findings on agronomic biofortification, focusing on increasing the concentration of crucial minerals in edible portions of vegetables. The effects on human health and the influence of other compounds were also analyzed to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of this practice.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Casandra Madrigal, Maria Jose Soto-Mendez, Angela Hernandez-Ruiz, Maria Dolores Ruiz-Lopez, Maria De Lourdes Samaniego-Vaesken, Teresa Partearroyo, Gregorio Varela-Moreiras, Angel Gil
Summary: This study evaluated the nutrient intake of Spanish children for zinc, selenium, vitamin A, C, and E, finding significant differences in intake between different subpopulations. The majority of children had vitamin A and E intakes below the recommended levels.
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Chemistry, Applied
Sabrina H. Bilston-John, Ardra Narayanan, Ching Tat Lai, Alethea Rea, John Joseph, Donna T. Geddes
Summary: The study examined the daily and within-feed variations of macro- and trace-elements in human milk, finding significant differences in intake estimates when using morning pre-feed samples compared to measured 24-hour intake. Standardized sampling protocols with large sample volumes and multiple collections over 24-hours are recommended to provide a more accurate calculation of infant intake of macro- and trace-elements in human milk.
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Allergy
Tetsuhiro Sakihara, Kenta Otsuji, Yohei Arakaki, Kazuya Hamada, Teruaki Matsui, Shiro Sugiura, Komei Ito
Summary: Regular soy formula intake between 1 and 2 months of age in infants avoiding cow's milk formula is significantly associated with a reduced risk of food sensitization in infancy.
PEDIATRIC ALLERGY AND IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Applied
Ana Paula Rebellato, Maria Isabel Andrekowisk Fioravanti, Raquel Fernanda Milani, Marcelo Antonio Morgano
Summary: This study evaluated the composition and bioaccessibility of inorganic elements in commercial plant-based yogurt. The element concentrations were determined using ICP-MS, and the results showed a higher calcium content. This research is important for ensuring the safety and health of consumers.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
