Article
Agronomy
Alberto Calderan, Paolo Sivilotti, Riccardo Braidotti, Alenka Mihelcic, Klemen Lisjak, Andreja Vanzo
Summary: An irrigation trial conducted in the Karst region showed that a deficit irrigation regime of 20% ETC led to a significant increase in both total and extractable anthocyanin concentrations in grapes, along with a higher degree of galloylation in proanthocyanidins. These findings may contribute to enhancing the potential quality of wine.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Daniela Castro-Enriquez, Jose M. Miranda, Marcos Trigo, Francisco Rodriguez-Felix, Santiago P. Aubourg, Jorge Barros-Velazquez
Summary: This study investigated the use of pitaya extracts in biodegradable packing films to inhibit quality loss in fish muscle during refrigerated storage. The experiments utilized pitaya-gelatin films for hake muscle storage and pitaya-polylactic acid (PLA) films for Atlantic mackerel muscle storage. The results showed that the presence of pitaya extract led to a significant inhibitory effect on lipid damage, microbial activity development, and growth of bacteria in both systems. The preservation effects were attributed to the presence of betalains and phenolic compounds in the pitaya extracts.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Yvette Alania, Bin Zhou, Mariana Reis, Ariene A. Leme-Kraus, James B. McAlpine, Shao-Nong Chen, Guido F. Pauli, Ana K. Bedran-Russo
Summary: The study found that galloylated PACs in plant extracts can impact the physical and biological properties of dentin, with de-galloylation reducing their effects on dentin and not altering damping capacity. These results provide valuable information for understanding the structure-activity relationships of PACs.
JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS RESEARCH PART A
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jingnan Zhang, Anna Strom, Romain Bordes, Marie Alminger, Ingrid Undeland, Mehdi Abdollahi
Summary: This study investigates different strategies to improve protein yield and properties in cross-processed herring co-products. By optimizing processing conditions and techniques, it is possible to enhance protein yield and improve its solubility and emulsification properties, albeit at the cost of reduced gelation properties.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
M. Carmen Gomez-Guillen, Selene Perez-Garcia, Ailen Aleman, Jose Antonio Vazquez, M. Pilar Montero
Summary: In this study, fish oil microencapsulation was achieved using salt-soluble fish muscle protein, kappa-carrageenan, and a fish protein hydrolysate as wall materials. The drying method significantly affected the water solubility, drying yield, and rheological properties of the resulting powders. The interaction between fish muscle protein and/or fish hydrolysate with kappa-carrageenan led to the formation of protein-polysaccharide interactions, which were disrupted by the presence of fish oil. The spray-drying method produced smaller particles compared to heat-drying. Both methods resulted in high entrapment of fish oil, with the heat-dried sample showing lower water resistance, higher viscosity, and lower lipid oxidation.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ignacio Gutierrez-del-Rio, Sara Lopez-Ibanez, Patricia Magadan-Corpas, Luis Fernandez-Calleja, Alvaro Perez-Valero, Mateo Tunon-Granda, Elisa M. Miguelez, Claudio J. Villar, Felipe Lombo
Summary: Synthetic antioxidant food additives like BHA, BHT and TBHQ are facing challenges due to negative consumer perception, prompting food manufacturers to seek safer natural alternatives. Terpenoids and polyphenols, widely distributed in fruits and vegetables, show broad antioxidant effects and have the potential to replace synthetic antioxidants in food preservation, particularly in preventing lipid oxidation in high fat-containing foods.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jingnan Zhang, Mehdi Abdollahi, Marie Alminger, Ingrid Undeland
Summary: Combining fish co-products with other food side-streams or seaweeds during pH-shift processing can produce protein isolates stable towards lipid oxidation, effectively reducing lipid oxidation. However, it may affect the color of the product.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Haizhou Wu, Mehdi Abdollahi, Ingrid Undeland
Summary: The study found that salmon-derived products were stable during storage, while products from herring and cod showed rapid lipid oxidation. Addition of Duralox MANC extended the oxidation lag phase, and endogenous factors were significantly correlated with lipid oxidation. Fish co-products should be processed immediately or antioxidants added to prevent oxidation.
Article
Fisheries
Gangfu Chen, Jing Xu, Min Wu, Huatao Li, Qihui Yang, Lin Feng
Summary: This study found that extracts of Ginkgo biloba leaves (EGbs), especially ethyl acetate extract (EAE), exhibited strong antioxidant activity and protective effects against lipid oxidation. Addition of EAE to fish feeds can effectively inhibit lipid oxidation and improve fish growth performance by enhancing digestive enzyme activity and antioxidant capacity. Moreover, dietary EAE also decreased lipid oxidation in fish meat and inhibited the induction effect of hemoglobin in erythrocytes. These findings suggest that EGb can serve as a potential natural antioxidant for fish and fish feed.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Haizhou Wu, Mursalin Sajib, Ingrid Undeland
Summary: The study found that using a solution containing various antioxidants can effectively control lipid oxidation in fish co-products during storage, and can be reused multiple times. Immersion in this solution significantly increases the oxidation lag phase, maintaining the stability of the co-products.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nava Majidiyan, Milad Hadidi, Dariush Azadikhah, Andres Moreno
Summary: In this study, essential oil of industrial hemp was reinforced in a complex of whey protein nanofibrils and mung bean protein nanoparticles, creating a novel nano-carrier. The results showed that the reinforced nano-carrier effectively inhibited bacterial growth and extended the shelf life of fish products. Therefore, it can be suggested as a natural preservative for coating fishes.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Revilija Mozuraityte, Inger Beate Standal, Janna Cropotova, Emilia Budzko, Turid Rustad
Summary: The study found that quality changes in Atlantic mackerel fillets during superchilled, chilled and frozen storage were minimal, with frozen samples maintaining acceptable quality throughout the storage period. Analysis using NMR showed clear grouping of low molecular weight compounds in samples based on treatment and storage time.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tania Charette, Maikel Rosabal, Marc Amyot
Summary: The study identified associations between metals and muscle lipids and proteins, which could help explain changes in bioaccumulation patterns within fish and individuals, with potential implications for fish toxicology and human consumption guidelines.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Antonia Dayane Jenyffer de Farias Marques, Jerffeson de Lima Tavares, Leila Moreira de Carvalho, Thaianaly Leite Abreu, Deyse Alves Pereira, Miriane Moreira Fernandes Santos, Marta Suely Madruga, Lorena Lucena de Medeiros, Taliana Kenia Alencar Bezerra
Summary: The addition of organic coffee husk extract to chicken burgers effectively inhibits lipid oxidation without significant impact on protein oxidation. This additive is considered a potential natural additive that helps reduce agro-industrial by-products generated by the coffee industry.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Masataka Noguchi, Qiyue Mao, Atsuki Nakagami, Hiroaki Kitagishi
Summary: Iron(ii/iii) porphyrin/cyclodextrin inclusion complexes are used as hemoprotein models in vivo. Our study found that the iron(iii) porphyrin complex is spontaneously reduced to the iron(ii) state in mouse circulation. The reduced complex binds endogenous CO from carboxyhemoglobin and is excreted in urine. The natural reduction system is effective for synthetic heme-model compounds.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Sara Ramos-Romero, Merce Hereu, Lidia Atienza, Susana Amezqueta, Josefina Casas, Silvia Munoz, Isabel Medina, Bernat Miralles-Perez, Marta Romeu, Josep L. Torres
MOLECULAR NUTRITION & FOOD RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Lucia Mendez, Silvia Munoz, Bernat Miralles-Perez, Maria Rosa Nogues, Sara Ramos-Romero, Josep Lluis Torres, Isabel Medina
Article
Food Science & Technology
Sara Ramos-Romero, Daniel Martinez-Maqueda, Merce Hereu, Susana Amezqueta, Josep Lluis Torres, Jara Perez-Jimenez
Article
Food Science & Technology
Sara Ramos-Romero, Asier Leniz, Daniel Martinez-Maqueda, Susana Amezqueta, Alfredo Fernandez-Quintela, Merce Hereu, Josep Luis Torres, Maria P. Portillo, Jara Perez-Jimenez
Summary: This study investigates the role of gut microbiota and microRNAs in contributing to the inter-individual variability in response to polyphenols. It suggests that differences in gut microbiota composition and miRNA expression levels may be associated with variations in metabolic response to polyphenols among individuals.
MOLECULAR NUTRITION & FOOD RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Sara Ramos-Romero, Joan Ramon Torrella, Teresa Pages, Gines Viscor, Josep Lluis Torres
Summary: Microalgae are considered as excellent future foods due to their high-quality protein content and rich bioactive molecules, which have potential activity against modern epidemics of obesity and diabetes. They may contribute beneficial effects against metabolic syndrome through antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and other bioactive components at different stages.
Article
Immunology
Gabriel Dasilva, Salome Lois, Lucia Mendez, Bernat Miralles-Perez, Marta Romeu, Sara Ramos-Romero, Josep L. Torres, Isabel Medina
Summary: This research investigates the role of lipid mediators and lipid profiling in controlling inflammation and metabolic function of white adipose tissue in prediabetic rats, as well as the contribution of marine omega-3 PUFAs in regulating inflammation. The study found that changes in lipid metabolism and supplementation with fish oils rich in EPA and DHA can significantly impact the inflammatory response and restore adipose tissue homeostasis, providing insights for potential treatment of diet-induced diabetes.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Physiology
Garoa Santocildes, Gines Viscor, Teresa Pages, Sara Ramos-Romero, Josep Lluis Torres, Joan Ramon Torrella
Summary: The study found that intermittent exposure to hypobaric hypoxia and cold can have positive effects on body composition, hematological profiles, and muscle morphology and function. The rats exposed to both hypoxia and cold showed physiological adjustments such as increased brown adipose tissue weight and improved oxygen transport parameters in the blood.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ana G. Abril, Manuel Pazos, Tomas G. Villa, Pilar Calo-Mata, Jorge Barros-Velazquez, Monica Carrera
Summary: Bioactive peptides have various health benefits and can be identified and quantified through proteomics. They have the potential to be a source of novel drugs and ingredients in food and pharmaceuticals.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bernat Miralles-Perez, Maria Rosa Nogues, Vanessa Sanchez-Martos, Angels Fortuno-Mar, Sara Ramos-Romero, Josep L. Torres, Julia Ponomarenko, Susana Amezqueta, Xiang Zhang, Marta Romeu
Summary: The present study found that increasing consumption of inulin promoted high dominance of certain bacterial genera in feces while reducing richness and diversity. Additionally, inulin decreased cardiometabolic risk factors, eicosanoid levels in the liver, and oxidative stress in blood.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ana Gonzalez Abril, Pilar Calo-Mata, Karola Bohme, Tomas G. Villa, Jorge Barros-Velazquez, Manuel Pazos, Monica Carrera
Summary: In this study, shotgun proteomics was used to characterize biogenic-amine-producing bacteria, revealing protein networks and pathways related to energy, putrescine metabolism, and host-virus interaction. Species-specific peptide biomarkers were also identified for bacterial identification. These findings have important implications for the treatment of food intoxication and microbial source tracking.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Laura Diaz-Marugan, Mattia Gallizioli, Leonardo Marquez-Kisinousky, Silvia Arboleya, Annalaura Mastrangelo, Francisca Ruiz-Jaen, Jordi Pedragosa, Climent Casals, Francisco Javier Morales, Sara Ramos-Romero, Sara Traserra, Carles Justicia, Miguel Gueimonde, Marcel Jimenez, Josep Lluis Torres, Xabier Urra, Angel Chamorro, David Sancho, Clara G. de los Reyes-Gavilan, Francesc Miro-Mur, Anna M. Planas
Summary: Severe stroke patients often experience respiratory and urinary tract infections. This is mainly due to opportunistic commensal bacteria translocating from the gut. This study investigated the mechanisms behind gut dysbiosis and poststroke infection.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Karenia Lorenzo, Garoa Santocildes, Joan Ramon Torrella, Jose Magalhaes, Teresa Pages, Gines Viscor, Josep Lluis Torres, Sara Ramos-Romero
Summary: This paper reviews the bioactivities of proteins, fiber, and polysaccharides in Chlorella, as well as their role in exercise-related nutrition. It highlights the beneficial effects of Chlorella on performance, physical stamina, and fatigue reduction. It also emphasizes the importance of Chlorella as a dietary source of essential nutrients for athletes and recreational exercisers.
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Francisco Moreno, Lucia Mendez, Ana Raner, Bernat Miralles-Perez, Marta Romeu, Sara Ramos-Romero, Josep Lluis Torres, Isabel Medina
Summary: A high intake of saturated fats and refined carbohydrates is associated with cognitive impairment and the aggravation of neurodegenerative diseases. This study found that this diet can lead to oxidative damage to brain proteins, but fish oil supplementation can counteract this damage.
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sara Ramos-Romero, Garoa Santocildes, David Pinol-Pinol, Carles Roses, Teresa Pages, Merce Hereu, Susana Amezqueta, Joan Ramon Torrella, Josep Lluis Torres, Gines Viscor
Meeting Abstract
Nutrition & Dietetics
Sara Ramos-Romero, Merce Hereu, Lidia Atienza, Susana Amezqueta, Josefina Casas, Josep Lluis Torres
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NUTRITION SOCIETY
(2020)