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Food Science & Technology
Jiahao Liu, Yi Han, Jiashi Chen, Zhigang Zhang, Song Miao, Baodong Zheng, Longtao Zhang
Summary: The main objective of this study was to investigate the effect of different oil phase compositions on the rheological properties and freeze-thaw stability of emulsions. The results showed that the increase of MCT proportion led to an increase in the elastic modulus and complex viscosity of the emulsions. The emulsions exhibited good stability and internal structural integrity during the cooling and high-temperature processes. The freeze-thaw stability of the emulsions increased first and then decreased with the increase of MCT proportions, reaching the optimum at 10% MCT.
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Veterinary Sciences
Benjamin Andreas Berk, Claudia Ottka, Tsz Hong Law, Rowena Mary Anne Packer, Annette Wessmann, Andrea Bathen-Noethen, Tarja Susanna Jokinen, Anna Knebel, Andrea Tipold, Hannes Lohi, Holger Andreas Volk
Summary: Consumption of MCT has been shown to improve seizure control, reduce behavioral comorbidities, and improve cognitive function in epileptic dogs. This study aimed to identify the metabolic and neurotransmitter changes associated with MCT supplementation in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy. Metabolic alterations were observed in lipid, amino-acid, and ketone metabolism, and alterations in neurotransmitter levels were also detected.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Anesthesiology
Shunping Tian, Dongsheng Zhang, Wei Zhou, Chao Tan, Qing Shan, Rongrong Ma, Zhi Xing, Wei Sui, Zhuan Zhang
Summary: Prophylactic intravenous lidocaine (0.306 mg/kg LBW) effectively prevented propofol MCT/LCT emulsion injection pain in 50% of patients scheduled for elective surgery under GA, with no adverse reactions occurring.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Su Mon San, Montree Jaturanpinyo, Waree Limwikrant
Summary: A spray-dried microcapsule of medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil was prepared and the effects of wall material parameters were evaluated. The formulation with a 2:1 wall-to-oil ratio and OSA starch/maltodextrin as the wall material resulted in small droplet size and high encapsulation efficiency.
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Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Haijiao Liu, Jiaqing Wu, Yingwei Su, Yingbin Li, Denghong Zuo, Hongbin Liu, Yixiang Liu, Xinyue Mei, Huichuan Huang, Min Yang, Shusheng Zhu
Summary: The study showed that Brassica juncea volatiles, particularly allyl isothiocyanate (AITC), exhibit dose-dependent antimicrobial activity against Panax notoginseng root rot pathogens. Integrated transcriptome and metabolome analysis revealed that AITC inhibits Fusarium solani by interfering with energy production and induces the accumulation of ROS by decreasing the content of glutathione (GSH). Overall, B. juncea can be used as a rotation crop or soil fumigant to inhibit soil-borne pathogens and alleviate root rot disease.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Yen-Chi Liao, Yu-Hsuan Wan, Pi-Hui Chen, Ling-Yu Hsieh
Summary: The study showed that massage with MCT oil can effectively aid in weight gain for preterm infants, especially on the 4th day and from the 5th to 7th day. However, there was no significant advantage in head circumference and height for the MCT oil massage group, and no adverse events were noted in the massage groups.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Lei Zhou, Jinyuan Jiang, Fan Feng, Jingyu Wang, Jiaming Cai, Lujuan Xing, Guanghong Zhou, Wangang Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) concentrations on the properties of myofibrillar protein (MP)-soybean oil emulsions. The results showed that CMC addition improved the stability and texture of the emulsions, but decreased protein digestibility and water holding capacity. Lower CMC concentrations increased the hardness and gumminess of the emulsion gel, while higher concentrations decreased texture properties.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Nur Alim Bahmid, Jenneke Heising, Matthijs Dekker
Summary: This study employed multiresponse kinetics modelling to describe allyl isothiocyanates (AITC) formation from enzymatic sinigrin hydrolysis in ground mustard seeds and its release and degradation in the headspace. Parameters estimated included the accessible sinigrin fraction, rate constants of sinigrin hydrolysis, AITC degradation in the particles and headspace, and its mass transfer coefficient. The results highlighted the significant effects of fat content and particle sizes on AITC formation and release rate constants, contributing to the optimization of antimicrobial packaging designs.
JOURNAL OF FOOD ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Wanshan Feng, Chaolong Qin, Elena Cipolla, Jong Bong Lee, Atheer Zgair, Yenju Chu, Catherine A. Ortori, Michael J. Stocks, Cris S. Constantinescu, David A. Barrett, Peter M. Fischer, Pavel Gershkovich
Summary: Oral sesame oil-based formulation helps deliver CBD to the lymphatic system and blood circulation, but also leads to variability in absorption. Adding MCT to the formulation increases CBD distribution into the micellar phase, while surfactants do not further enhance this distribution. MCT improves emulsification and micellar solubilization of CBD, reducing variability in concentrations in vivo.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Gloria Maria Pontes-Quero, Susana Esteban-Rubio, Juan Perez Cano, Maria Rosa Aguilar, Blanca Vazquez-Lasa
Summary: Oregano essential oil has beneficial properties for biotechnological and biomedical applications, but its instability due to volatile nature and external factors can be addressed through micro- and nanoencapsulation. This encapsulation strategy enhances stability, bioactivity, and allows for controlled and targeted release of the oil.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Huiyu Huang, Xiaoling Huang, Hongping Quan, Xin Su
Summary: Oligomeric surfactants exhibit unique properties such as low surface activity, low critical micellar concentration, and enhanced viscosity. However, no CO2 switchable oligomeric surfactants have been developed so far. This study successfully synthesized a CO2-responsive oligomeric surfactant using epoxidized soybean oil, demonstrating a good response to CO2 stimulation with changes in conductivity and viscosity. The research is expected to pave the way for further exploration of bio-based CO2-stimulated oligomeric surfactants.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Nayima M. Clermont-Dejean, Katherine J. P. Schwenger, Ennaliza Salazar, Flavia Faganello Colombo, Zihang Lu, Wendy Lou, Leah Gramlich, Scott Whittaker, David Armstrong, Brian Jurewitsch, Maitreyi Raman, Donald R. Duerksen, James D. McHattie, Sanjay Murthy, Johane P. Allard
Summary: This 2-year prospective cohort study found that patients receiving MO lipid emulsion for HPN had a higher risk of hospitalization compared to those receiving SO ILE. Further evaluation through large randomized controlled trials is needed to assess the long-term effects of using MO lipid emulsion in HPN patients.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xujuan Huang, Zhengqing Ding, Weiyun Wang, Xinyan Yan, Yu Zhou, Zhaosheng Cai
Summary: RP-AESO porous materials prepared by emulsion template have uniform pore size distribution, hydrophobic properties, and oil absorption capacity. With increasing concentration of H-ESO-HEC, the pore density of RP-AESO porous materials increases and the average pore size decreases, leading to a decrease in compressive strength. Furthermore, these porous materials exhibit good reusability.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Emma Volk, Katie Jennings, Steven F. Fennimore, Mark Hoffmann
Summary: Combining AITC with steam did not improve weed and pathogen control, but AITC alone showed potential as an alternative soil disinfectant for strawberry production.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xu Li, Zhisheng Wang, Changming Xing, Zike Chen, Wenxing Sun, Dan Xie, Guangfei Xu, Xingguo Wang
Summary: This study evaluated the feasibility of using total polar compound (TPC) and its five components to monitor the deterioration of soybean oil during frying. Traditional indicators were used as reference. The results showed that polar compounds accumulated earlier than classical oxidation products. Based on kinetic analysis, oxTGM was found to be a better indicator for monitoring the deterioration of heated edible oil.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
