Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Przemyslaw Siejak, Grazyna Neunert, Wojciech Smulek, Krzysztof Polewski
Summary: In this study, the influence of different bird cherry extracts on the oxidative stability of a linoleic acid emulsion was investigated. The results showed that the acetone extract was the most effective in terms of oxidation stability and time degradation tests. Additionally, the addition of gallic acid did not always have a positive effect on these properties.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Ornella Kongi Mosibo, Matteo Scampicchio, Giovanna Ferrentino
Summary: This study used isothermal calorimetry to determine the antioxidants activity of individual antioxidants and natural extracts. The proposed method monitored the heat-flow signal during the autoxidation process and evaluated the ability of antioxidants to inhibit the oxidation reaction. The results allowed for ranking of antioxidants and plant extracts, and were compared with other antioxidant assays.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yoko Matsumura, Masahiro Kitabatake, Shin-ichi Kayano, Toshihiro Ito
Summary: Oxidative stress can cause diseases, but antioxidants in foods can prevent diseases and delay aging. Phenolic compounds, such as flavonoids, are present in plants and contribute to the bitterness and color of foods. Dietary phenolic compounds exhibit antioxidant activity and can prevent cell aging and diseases. The structures of these compounds can be changed by intestinal bacteria metabolism, and the resulting metabolites exert effects in vivo.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Laura Serventi, Giancarlo Angeles Flores, Gaia Cusumano, Davide Barbaro, Bruno Tirillini, Roberto Venanzoni, Paola Angelini, Alessandra Acquaviva, Simonetta Cristina Di Simone, Giustino Orlando, Gokhan Zengin, Luigi Menghini, Claudio Ferrante
Summary: This study focuses on the biological and medical potentials of hydroalcoholic extracts from different parts of the Cannabis sativa plant, specifically the leaves and inflorescences. The extracts showed strong antioxidant and antimicrobial effects, with particular efficacy against Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis. This could be attributed to the presence of benzoic acid and cannabidiolic acid in the extracts.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Zilanir Carvalho Pereira, Josias Martins dos Anjos Cruz, Renilto Frota Correa, Edgar Aparecido Sanches, Pedro Henrique Campelo, Jaqueline de Araujo Bezerra
Summary: This review focuses on the chemical composition, health benefits, and products derived from the pulps of Passiflora spp. over the last 5 years. Phenolic acids and polyphenols were among the major organic compounds found in the pulps of Passiflora spp. The fruits demonstrated antioxidant properties as well as inhibition of alpha-amylase and alpha-glucosidase enzymes. These findings indicate the potential use of Passiflora spp. in developing a variety of products, especially non-dairy beverages, to meet consumer demand for alternatives. Sensory analysis and in vivo tests are encouraged to further explore the development of pharmaceutical and food products with high value. Patents also show considerable interest in research and product development in various food technology areas, as well as biotechnology, pharmacy, and materials engineering.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Tawanda Tayengwa, Obert C. Chikwanha, Jeannine Neethling, Michael E. R. Dugan, Timothy Mutsvangwa, Cletos Mapiye
Summary: Feeding dried grape pomace (DGP) or citrus pulp (DCP) increased CLA, n-3 and n-6 PUFA, and reduced concentrations of aldehydes, ketones, and alcohols in beef, while also resulting in less tender meat compared to control diet.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Stoja Milovanovic, Agnieszka Grzegorczyk, Lukasz Swiatek, Anita Grzeda, Agnieszka Debczak, Katarzyna Tyskiewicz, Marcin Konkol
Summary: The main aim of this study was to evaluate the oils from chamomile seeds as a new source of bioactive compounds suitable for human consumption. A green extraction technique with supercritical carbon dioxide (sc-CO2) at pressures up to 450 bar and temperatures up to 60 degrees C was employed for the production of a high amount of biologically active oil. The oils exhibited significant antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, and showed potential as a functional food.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Monika Kalinowska, Kamila Gryko, Ewelina Golebiewska, Grzegorz Swiderski, Hanna Lewandowska, Marek Pruszynski, Malgorzata Zawadzka, Maciej Kozlowski, Justyna Sienkiewicz-Gromiuk, Wlodzimierz Lewandowski
Summary: This study synthesized complexes of chlorogenic acid (5-CQA) with copper(II) and iron(III) and analyzed their properties using various methods. The results showed the possible coordination of the complexes through the carboxylate group and the hydroxyl group from the catechol moiety. The complexes exhibited lower antioxidant properties in aqueous solution compared to 5-CQA alone, but showed higher antioxidant activity in the lipid peroxidation inhibition assay. Cu(II) 5-CQA exhibited the highest pro-oxidant activity among the studied compounds. The complexes were not toxic to HaCaT cells within the tested concentration range.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ali Akbar, Zareen Gul, Nadia Hussain, Amal H. I. Al Haddad, Nazir Ahmad Khan, Muhammad Bilal Sadiq, Hassan Sher
Summary: This study evaluated the biochemical constituents, antioxidant, and antimicrobial potential of ethanolic grape peduncles (EGP) extract. The results showed the presence of various phytochemicals with antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. This suggests that grape peduncles could be a promising source of bioactive medicinal components.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Zongde Jiang, Zisheng Han, Mengting Zhu, Xiaochun Wan, Liang Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the isomerization, degradation and polymerization products of polyphenols (PP) in food during thermal processing, as well as their interaction with other food components. The formation of new adducts and their contribution to flavor quality of food are also discussed. This review provides a new strategy for using PP to regulate food flavor in the future.
CURRENT OPINION IN FOOD SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chantira Wongnen, Naiya Ruzzama, Manat Chaijan, Ling-Zhi Cheong, Worawan Panpipat
Summary: This study investigated the effects of an ethanolic leaf extract from the Glochidion wallichianum plant on the oxidative stability and physicochemical properties of a cooked sausage model system. The results showed that a low concentration (0.01%) of the extract effectively reduced lipid and protein oxidation, while higher concentrations led to discoloration. Incorporating a small amount of the extract as a natural antioxidant may help maintain the oxidative stability of cooked sausages.
Article
Microbiology
Hooi Xian Lee, Wai Ming Li, Jatinder Khatra, Zhicheng Xia, Oleg Sannikov, Yun Ling, Haoxuan Zhu, Chow H. Lee
Summary: The study found that the ethanol extract of O. tomentosa exhibited strong antiproliferative activity, with linoleic acid and oleic acid identified as the major constituents responsible for this activity. This has implications for the future exploration of O. tomentosa as a possible medicinal mushroom.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Beatriz de la Fuente, Carlos Luz, Carla Puchol, Giuseppe Meca, Francisco J. Barba
Summary: It was found that orange-juice milk beverages are a good medium for the growth of L. brevis POM and L. plantarum (TR-71, TR-14), with higher antioxidant properties observed in the fermented beverages compared to the control ones.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maria Catalina Nino, Lavanya Reddivari, Mario G. Ferruzzi, Andrea M. Liceaga
Summary: This study obtained methanolic extracts of Acheta domesticus from two farms using a microwave-assisted extraction method and identified phenolic compounds through LC-MS/MS. The in vitro antioxidant activity of the extracts was found to be superior, indicating potential added health benefits when consumed.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Munir Ahmed, Anwar Ali, Aleena Sarfraz, Qin Hong, Hu Boran
Summary: This study examined the impact of freeze-drying on apple pomace powder and pomegranate peel powder, and their utilization in functional yogurt development. The study found that yogurt samples with higher concentrations of pomegranate peel powder had higher bioactive compound content and antioxidant activity. By optimizing the concentrations of apple pomace powder and pomegranate peel powder, the sensory attributes of the yogurt were not significantly affected.
JOURNAL OF FOOD QUALITY
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Maria Soledad Hershey, Miguel Angel Martinez-Gonzalez, Ismael Alvarez-Alvarez, Jose Alfredo Martinez Hernandez, Miguel Ruiz-Canela
Summary: The study aimed to assess the joint association of the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) with physical activity (PA) on all-cause mortality. The findings showed that low adherence to the MedDiet and low PA observed an increased risk, suggesting potential additive interaction or synergism between both exposures.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ignacio Colon-Mesa, Neira Sainz, Patricia Corrales, Maria Collantes, Philipp Kaldis, Jose Alfredo Martinez, Gema Medina-Gomez, Maria Jesus Moreno-Aliaga, Xavier Escote
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of p27 deletion on the activity of brown adipose tissue and the susceptibility to develop obesity and glucose homeostasis disturbances in mice. The results showed that p27 knockout mice were more prone to obesity and insulin resistance. The study suggested that p27 may play a role in brown adipose tissue activation and the development of obesity and insulin resistance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maud Chemin, Kamal Kansou, Karine Cahier, Margaux Grellier, Sacha Grisel, Bruno Novales, Celine Moreau, Ana Villares, Jean-Guy Berrin, Bernard Cathala
Summary: This study determined the optimal conditions for LPMO action on cellulose fibers and investigated the effect of PaLPMO9H on the fiber structure. The results showed that PaLPMO9H created cracks on the cellulose surface and increased the lateral fibril dimension. This study confirms the disruptive role of LPMO in cellulose fibers and extends our understanding of the underlying mechanisms.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Lisa Lopes da Costa, Celine Moreau, Denis Lourdin, Bernard Cathala, Ana Villares
Summary: Films based on cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) that imitate plant responsiveness to water by changing shape were prepared. The films twisted due to an asymmetrical expansion created by a gradient of carboxylate groups within the CNF film thickness. The swelling and mechanical performances of pristine and modified CNFs conditioned into films were investigated. Immersion in different solvents allowed controlling the asymmetrical expansion and triggering film twisting in water and shape recoveries in organic solvents. The study of physicochemical interactions between CNFs and solvents provides insights for the design of biomimetic cellulose-based materials for various applications.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Marta P. Silvestre, Mikael Fogelholm, Marta Alves, Ana Papoila, Tanja Adam, Amy Liu, Jennie Brand-Miller, Margriet Westerterp-Plantenga, Teodora Handjieva-Darlenska, Ian A. Macdonald, Ruixin Zhu, Elli Jalo, Roslyn Muirhead, Santiago Navas Carretero, Svetoslav Handjiev, Moira A. Taylor, Anne Raben, Sally D. Poppitt
Summary: This study aimed to compare the differences between HbA1c and glucose-related variables in predicting weight loss and glycemic changes in individuals with overweight and hyperglycemia. The results showed that neither HbA1c nor fasting glucose can predict short-term weight loss success, but they may impact the metabolic response to rapid weight loss.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Diego Martinez-Urbistondo, Ana Huerta, David Navarro-Gonzalez, Laura Sanchez-Inigo, Alejandro Fernandez-Montero, Manuel F. Landecho, J. Alfredo Martinez, Juan C. Pastrana-Delgado
Summary: The study found that metabolic syndrome (MetS), prediabetes (PreDM), and metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) are associated with the onset of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The non-invasive assessment of MAFLD combined with PreDM and MetS features may provide a more accurate prediction of hyperglycemic status. The study identified five different liver status-linked phenotypes with increasing risk of T2DM.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL INVESTIGATION
(2023)
Article
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Minghao Kou, Xiang Li, Xiaojian Shao, Elin Grundberg, Xuan Wang, Hao Ma, Yoriko Heianza, J. Alfredo Martinez, George A. Bray, Frank M. Sacks, Lu Qi
Summary: DNAm may play a critical role in connecting prenatal adverse events and cardiometabolic disorders, including hypertension in later life. The study found that regional DNAm at LINC00319 was associated with weight loss and blood pressure reduction, suggesting that DNAm could be a metabolic memory bridging early and later life.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Francisca Salas-Perez, Tais Silveira Assmann, Omar Ramos-Lopez, J. Alfredo Martinez, Jose Ignacio Riezu-Boj, Fermin I. Milagro
Summary: This study found a link between gut microbiota and DNA methylation patterns in individuals with obesity. Through DNA methylation and bacterial DNA sequencing analysis, they identified BMI-related differentially methylated DNA regions (DMRs) and bacterial genera. The abundance of Ruminococcus was found to be negatively correlated with BMI, and it was associated with a hypermethylated DMR located between the MACROD2/SEL1L2 genes. The mediation test showed that 19% of the effect of Ruminococcus abundance on BMI is mediated by the methylation of the MACROD2/SEL1L2 DMR. These findings suggest that crosstalk between gut microbiota and epigenetic markers may contribute to obesity development.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Pilar Sanchis, Rafael Maria Prieto, Jadwiga Konieczna, Felix Grases, Itziar Abete, Jordi Salas-Salvado, Vicente Martin, Miguel Ruiz-Canela, Nancy Babio, Jesus Francisco Garcia-Gavilan, Albert Goday, Antonia Costa-Bauza, Jose Alfredo Martinez, Dora Romaguera
Summary: The main objective of this study was to examine the relationship between dietary phytate intake and bone mineral density (BMD) in a Mediterranean population of postmenopausal women. The results showed that phytate intake was positively associated with BMD in Mediterranean postmenopausal women, indicating a potential protective effect on bone. However, further large-scale, long-term, and randomized prospective clinical studies are needed to assess the potential benefits of phytate consumption on BMD in postmenopausal women.
Article
Food Science & Technology
David Perez-Boto, Matilde D'Arrigo, Ana Garcia-Lafuente, Daniel Bravo, Aida Perez-Baltar, Pilar Gaya, Margarita Medina, Juan L. Arques
Summary: The presence of Staphylococcus aureus in dry-cured meat-processing facilities was investigated, and it was found that S. aureus was detected in 3.8% of surfaces. The occurrence of S. aureus was higher during processing (4.8%) than after cleaning and disinfection (1.4%). Various sequence types (STs) of S. aureus were identified, and enterotoxin genes and antimicrobial resistance were also observed. The study highlights the potential health risks for consumers due to the presence of S. aureus with virulence determinants and multidrug-resistant strains.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Lisa Lopes da Costa, Celine Moreau, Denis Lourdin, Bernard Cathala, Ana Villares
Summary: In this study, cellulose-based actuators were prepared by utilizing the pH-sensitive solubility of chitosan (CH) and the mechanical strength of carbon nanofibers (CNFs). Bilayer films were created through vacuum filtration inspired by plant structures, exhibiting reversible deformation under pH changes. The presence of CH in one layer caused asymmetric swelling at low pH due to electrostatic repulsion between charged amino groups of CH, followed by twisting with the CH layer on the outside. Reversibility was achieved by substituting pristine CNFs with carboxymethylated CNFs (CMCNFs), which were charged at high pH and competed with the effects of amino groups. Gravimetry and dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) were used to study swelling and mechanical properties, quantifying the contributions of chitosan and modified CNFs to reversibility control. The study highlighted the importance of surface charge and layer stiffness in achieving reversibility. Bending was triggered by differential water uptake in each layer, with shape recovery achieved when the shrunk layer had higher rigidity than the swollen layer.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Cristina Valle-Hita, Andres Diaz-Lopez, Nerea Becerra-Tomas, Estefania Toledo, Isabel Cornejo-Pareja, Itziar Abete, Antoni Sureda, Maira Bes-Rastrollo, J. Alfredo Martinez, Francisco J. Tinahones, Josep A. Tur, Tany E. Garciduenas-Fimbres, Francisco Paris-Palleja, Albert Goday, Nuria Goni-Ruiz, Jordi Salas-Salvado, Nancy Babio
Summary: The consumption of ultra-processed food (UPF) is associated with a decline in kidney function, particularly among older adults. Therefore, reducing the intake of UPF is important for maintaining kidney function.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
O. Pano, C. Sayon-Orea, M. S. Hershey, V. de la O, C. Fernandez-Lazaro, M. Bes-Rastrollo, J. -M. Martin-Moreno, A. Sanchez-Villegas, J. A. Martinez
Summary: This study aimed to examine the association between a lifestyle assessment tool called the LWB-I and incident depression in healthy participants. The results showed that healthier lifestyles were associated with a lower risk of depression.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Lisa Lopes da Costa, Ana Villares
Summary: Water plays an important role in cellulose properties. The hydration of cellulose has recently been seen as an advantage in designing water-responsive soft actuators, inspired by natural systems. Biopolymer structuration induces anisotropy in cellulose-based materials, allowing controlled movement in response to water.
NORDIC PULP & PAPER RESEARCH JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Octavio Pano, Carmen Sayon-Orea, Maria Soledad Hershey, Maira Bes-Rastrollo, Miguel A. Martinez-Gonzalez, J. Alfredo Martinez
Summary: Healthy and unhealthy lifestyles are strongly associated with general health and well-being. The existing measurements of well-being lack elements of health and easily understandable information for patients aiming to improve their lifestyles. This study aimed to develop an index, the Lifestyle and Well-being Index (LWB-I), along with two cut-off points, to assess general health and well-being. The index was based on lifestyle factors and self-perceived health, and was found to effectively categorize individuals with poor and excellent self-perceived health.
