Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Marina Ivanisevic, Marina Horvaticek, Karlo Delmis, Josip Delmis
Summary: This study found that supplementation with DHA and EPA in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes can increase the concentration and proportions of n-3 PUFAs in maternal and fetal blood, while decreasing the proportion of n-6 PUFAs.
ANNALS OF MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Adelaide Cupo, Simone Landi, Salvatore Morra, Genoveffa Nuzzo, Carmela Gallo, Emiliano Manzo, Angelo Fontana, Giuliana D'Ippolito
Summary: This study investigates the cultivation of marine diatom Cyclotella cryptica under different growth conditions, finding that heterotrophic growth leads to higher EPA production, productivity, and potential for biotechnological exploitation.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Silvia Savastio, Erica Pozzi, Valentina Mancioppi, Valentina Boggio Sola, Deborah Carrera, Valentina Antoniotti, Paola Antonia Corsetto, Gigliola Montorfano, Angela Maria Rizzo, Marco Bagnati, Ivana Rabbone, Flavia Prodam
Summary: This study aimed to explore the relationship between metabolic control, vitamin D status, and the AA/EPA ratio in children with type 1 diabetes (T1D). The study found that the AA/EPA ratio has an impact on insulin demand and vitamin D levels in T1D children. Additionally, the composition of the diet may affect the severity of T1D onset.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Ajeet Singh Chauhan, Chiu-Wen Chen, Vaibhav Sunil Tambat, Reeta Rani Singhania, Jo-Shu Chang, Cheng-Di Dong, Anil Kumar Patel
Summary: Recent studies have shown that the thraustochytrid can be used as a sustainable alternative to fish oil or polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) sources. This study aims to maximize PUFA yield by optimizing the glucose carbon and nitrogen ratio, and found that the highest biomass and lipid yields were obtained at a glucose concentration of 40 g/L. However, the highest yields of relative lipid, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) were obtained at a glucose concentration of 30 g/L.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Shaohua Yin, Yu-Bo Zhou, Hongtian Li, Ying Meng, Jian-Meng Liu
Summary: The concentrations of EPA and DHA in pregnant and lactating women varied with geographic regions, physiological periods, and maternal characteristics, suggesting the need for population-specific health strategies to improve fatty acid status in pregnant and lactating women.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Samuel Rollin, Adarsha Gupta, Christopher M. M. Franco, Surinder Singh, Munish Puri
Summary: This study examines the techniques and importance of sustainable alternatives for the extraction and processing of nutritional oils. The findings suggest that adopting environmentally friendly alternatives can improve efficiency and reduce toxicity, thereby meeting global needs more effectively.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ann-Dorit Moltke SOrensen, Adane Tilahun Getachew, Charlotte Jacobsen
Summary: The study found that starfish could be a potential source of marine oil containing omega-3 fatty acids and phospholipids, however, the extraction method still needs further optimization.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Alejandra Valencia-Naranjo, Luz M. Manjarres-Correa, Juliana Bermudez-Cardona
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the changes in the concentrations of EPA and DHA in the erythrocytes and breast milk of lactating women after three months of supplementation. The study found low consumption of omega-3 food sources and low EPA and DHA content initially. After supplementation, there was a significant increase in DHA levels in both erythrocytes and breast milk, while EPA levels did not change significantly.
CURRENT RESEARCH IN FOOD SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Ajeet Singh Chauhan, Anil Kumar Patel, Chiu-Wen Chen, Jo-Shu Chang, Philippe Michaud, Cheng-Di Dong, Reeta Rani Singhania
Summary: Considering the increasing health concerns, urban population tends to adopt a healthy lifestyle and incorporate nutritional food supplements to mitigate common health risks. The consumption of omega-3 and omega-6 PUFAs is on the rise, thus alternative commercial production methods are being developed. Microbial sources are emerging platforms to meet the global demand for omega PUFAs. Marine oleaginous protist Aurantiochytrium sp. has been identified as a potential source for substantial production of DHA and SFA. The objective of this research was to enhance PUFA yield by optimizing glucose concentration and nitrogen ratio. The maximum lipid and DHA yield and content were achieved at 30 g/L glucose, while the relative PUFA content was highest at 10 g/L glucose, with remaining SFA potentially usable for biodiesel.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Adarsha Gupta, Colin J. Barrow, Munish Puri
Summary: Marine oleaginous protists, known as thraustochytrids, have the potential to produce various bioactive compounds. Developing a biorefinery could help offset production costs and enable large-scale, cost-competitive production.
TRENDS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Elisa Cabral, Felisa Rey, M. Rosario Domingues, Miguel Cabral, Miquel Planas, Jorge Palma, Ricardo Calado
Summary: This study investigates the fatty acid profiles of cultured European short-snout seahorses to assess their nutritional value and intraspecific variation. The results suggest that male seahorses have a more suitable fatty acid profile for human nutrition compared to females. The fatty acid composition of seahorses aligns with the traditional beliefs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, but only seahorses from sustainable sources should be traded, and the conservation of wild populations should be a global priority.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Cell Biology
Jing Chen, Esther A. Zaal, Celia R. Berkers, Rob Ruijtenbeek, Johan Garssen, Frank A. Redegeld
Summary: The study demonstrates that pretreating MM cells with DHA/EPA before bortezomib significantly enhances chemosensitivity by decreasing GSH levels and altering metabolism, highlighting the role of GSH degradation in overcoming drug resistance. RNA-seq results suggest the NRF2-ATF3/4-CHAC1 signaling pathway as central in GSH degradation and indicate potential connections to various pathways contributing to the tumor suppressive effect. The findings implicate GSH degradation as a promising therapeutic target in MM and provide new insights into combating bortezomib resistance.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Senni Bunga, Mirja Kaizer Ahmmed, Alan Carne, Alaa El-Din A. Bekhit
Summary: In recent years, there has been increasing interest in studying the lipidomic of marine lipids and their potential health benefits. This study investigated the effect of processing methods (salting and fermentation) on the positional distribution of fatty acids in Chinook salmon roe. The results showed that docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) was the main fatty acid esterified at the sn-2 position of the triacylglycerides (TAGs), while other fatty acids like eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and stearidonic acid (SDA) were randomly distributed or preferentially esterified at the sn-1 and sn-3 positions. Fermentation was found to increase the level of DHA at the sn-2 position of the TAGs. These findings suggest that the processing of fish roe can enhance the proportion of DHA at the sn-2 position and potentially improve its bioavailability.
Article
Fisheries
David Huyben, Teresa Grobler, Chessor Matthew, Marta Bou, Bente Ruyter, Brett Glencross
Summary: The requirement for omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids for Atlantic salmon is relative to the dietary lipid level, with high n-3 diets contributing to increased body weight and weight gain.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bjorg Kristine Hundal, Esmail Lutfi, Trygve Sigholt, Grethe Rosenlund, Nina Sylvia Liland, Brett Glencross, Nini Hedberg Sissener
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of different levels of EPA and DHA on the hepatic metabolic health of Atlantic salmon reared in sea cages. The results showed that feeding low levels of EPA+DHA altered hepatic energy metabolism, resulting in reduced beta-oxidation and compensated by increased activity in alternative energy pathways. Increased acylcarnitines in the liver indicated issues with lipid metabolism. Fish fed higher levels of EPA+DHA showed improved growth compared to other groups.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Suelen Siqueira dos Santos, Flavia de Santana Magalhaes, Carolina Moser Paraiso, Camilla Yara Langer Ogawa, Francielle Sato, Oscar de Oliveira Santos Junior, Jesui Vergilio Visentainer, Grasiele Scaramal Madrona, Miria Hespanhol Miranda Reis
Summary: This study investigated the optimal conditions for extracting anthocyanins from blackberry pomace using ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) methods. The study found that UAE resulted in a significant increase in total anthocyanin content compared to conventional extraction methods. The extract contained a wide range of bioactive compounds, including anthocyanins, flavonols, and phenolic acids.
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Maraisa Lopes de Menezes, Gracielle Johann, Alexandre Diorio, Joana Schuelter Boeing, Jesui Vergilio Visentainer, Ana Caroline Raimundini Aranha, Nehemias Curvelo Pereira
Summary: Grape seeds, the byproduct of grape processing, contain oil with high-quality compounds. Grape seed oil extracted using different methods showed variations in physicochemical properties, fatty acid composition, antioxidant capacity, degree of unsaturation, and critical properties. The highest antioxidant capacity was observed in lipophilic and hydrophilic extracts, and the content of linoleic acid differed based on the extraction method. Cabernet Sauvignon and Ives grape seeds had oil contents ranging from 7% to 18%, with varying concentrations of saturated, mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids. The ultrasound-assisted extraction method resulted in the highest oil content under specific conditions.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jesui Vergilio Visentainer, Luciana Pelissari Manin, Adriela Albino Rydlewski, Jessica Santos Pizzo, Victor Hugo Maldonado da Cruz, Eloize da Silva Alves, Patricia Daniele Silva Santos, Jane Martha Graton Mikcha, Marcelo Cristianini, Oscar Oliveira Santos
Summary: The effects of high-pressure processing (HPP) and Holder pasteurization (HoP) on mature human milk were compared. Both processes eliminated microorganisms and showed no significant differences in macronutrients and acidity. HPP had a higher concentration of palmitic and oleic acids. The TAG profile analysis suggested that HPP with lower pressures was more beneficial and could be a promising alternative to HoP in human milk banks.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Jessica S. Pizzo, Victor H. M. Cruz, Luciana P. Manin, Patricia D. S. Santos, Geovane R. Silva, Patricia M. Souza, Alisson L. Figueiredo, Oscar O. Santos, Jesui V. Visentainer
Summary: The study aims to assess the quality and purity of 10 body oils based on sweet almond oils available in the Brazilian market. Gas chromatography and mass spectrometry were used to analyze the fatty acid composition and triacylglycerol profiles. The presence of soybean oil as an adulterant was confirmed in most samples. This highlights the importance of better regulation to ensure the authenticity and quality of sweet almond oil products.
JOURNAL OF MASS SPECTROMETRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jessica S. Pizzo, Jesui V. Visentainer, Andre L. B. R. da Silva, Camila Rodrigues
Summary: Growers commonly use chemical sanitizers to wash fresh produce during postharvest handling, but this poses risks to both the washing systems and workers' health. Essential oils such as thyme, oregano, cinnamon, and clove have been studied as potential alternatives to chemical sanitizers for produce washing. The combination of essential oils and surfactants can enhance the antimicrobial activity of emulsions, but further research is needed to evaluate the effect of different chemical components of essential oils and preparations. Overcoming challenges such as high levels of essential oils needed, unwanted impact on produce quality, and poor solubility in aqueous solutions should also be addressed.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Andreia Farias Pereira Batista, Luana Carolina Martins Rosa, Jessica Santos Pizzo, Alex Fiori da Silva, Jesui Vergilio Visentainer, Benicio Alves de Abreu Filho, Renata Katsuko Takayama Kobayashi, Gerson Nakazato, Jane Martha Graton Mikcha
Summary: This study evaluated the antibacterial activity of cinnamaldehyde (CIN) and biogenic silver nanoparticles (BioAgNP) both alone and in combination against Escherichia coli, Salmonella Typhimurium, and Staphylococcus aureus in vitro. The combination of CIN and BioAgNP showed a synergistic effect at low concentrations and effectively inhibited the growth of E. coli on fresh sweet grape tomatoes within 5 minutes of contact. Furthermore, this combination did not significantly alter the physicochemical properties of the tomatoes and could potentially be used for decontamination of fruits and vegetables to prevent foodborne diseases.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-MYSORE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jessica Santos Pizzo, Raira Andrade Pelvine, Andre Luiz Biscaia Ribeiro da Silva, Jane Martha Graton Mikcha, Jesui Vergilio Visentainer, Camila Rodrigues
Summary: Essential oils containing oregano and winter savory were found to effectively reduce Escherichia coli O157:H7 on lettuce surfaces, with the mixture of oregano and winter savory at concentrations of 0.94 and 1.88 μL/mL being the most effective. These findings suggest that essential oils could be potential alternatives to chemical sanitizers for postharvest lettuce washing.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Eloize S. Alves, Matheus C. Castro, Bruno H. F. Saqueti, Luciana P. Manin, Josiane B. Alencar, Joana M. V. Zacarias, Andressa R. S. Bruni, Grasiele S. Madrona, Jeane E. L. Visentainer, Marcelo Cristianini, Oscar O. Santos, Jesui V. Visentainer
Summary: The reuse of separated whey can reduce human milk waste. However, the authors were not aware of the literature on treatments in human whey, such as pasteurization, freeze-drying, spray drying, and high hydrostatic pressure. This study applied treatments to human whey and evaluated their lipid and immunological quality. Different effects on the triacylglycerol profile were observed for spray drying and high hydrostatic pressure, while pasteurization and freeze-drying showed similar results to the control whey. Pasteurization was found to be suitable for maintaining lipid nutritional quality and TGF-I31 concentration, while increased IL-10 levels were observed after freeze-drying, spray drying, and high hydrostatic pressure. It is important to consider individual characteristics and desired quality when using these treatments as complementary products for infant feeding.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gislaine A. S. Ientz, Eloize S. Alves, Matheus C. Castro, Giovana Frigo, Christyna B. G. Tavares, Jeane E. L. Visentainer, Oscar O. Santos, Jesui V. Visentainer
Summary: In this study, human milk samples obtained from milk banks were subjected to different treatments and evaluated for their composition and quality. The total lipid content was maintained during the treatments. There were no significant differences in the composition and energetic value between raw and pasteurized human milk, but differences were observed in ash, total proteins, and energetic value between freeze-dried and pasteurized + freeze-dried human milk. The fatty acid composition showed no significant differences for the majority of fatty acids. Principal component analysis revealed similar behaviors between freeze-dried and pasteurized + freeze-dried human milk. These findings suggest that the applied processes hold promise for the preservation of proximal characteristics and fatty acid composition in human milk.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bruno M. Carvalho, Patricia D. S. dos Santos, Geovane A. R. da Silva, Carlos E. R. Senes, Jesui V. Visentainer, Oscar O. Santos
Summary: This study validates a headspace gas chromatography with flame ionization (HS-GC-FID) method for detecting lipid oxidation products in cat food samples. The method proves suitable for determining propanal, pentanal, hexanal, octanal, and trans-2-nonenal. The results show high potential for direct determination without prior sample preparation.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Matheus C. Castro, Francieli S. Oliveira, Eloize S. Alves, Joana M. Zacarias, Josiane B. Alencar, Jiuliane M. da Silva, Jeane E. L. Visentainer, Oscar O. Santos, Jesui V. Visentainer, Sueli M. T. Ichisato
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the influence of breastfeeding time on kilocalorie concentration, fatty acid composition, and cytokine concentration in human milk. The results showed that kilocalorie concentration was higher in posterior milk compared to previous milk. The composition of fatty acids and the concentration of cytokines were also influenced by breastfeeding time, except for one mother.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alisson L. Figueiredo, Michele C. Silva, Jessica S. Pizzo, Patricia D. S. Santos, Luciana P. Manin, Mariana S. Leoncio, Jesui V. Visentainer, Oscar O. Santos
Summary: This study comprehensively analyzed the lipid profiles of four olive varieties and their commercial olive oils, revealing the dominant fatty acids and triacylglycerols present. The results demonstrated the exceptional nutritional profile of the commercial olive oil samples. The study highlights the significance of analyzing the lipid compositions of olive oils and assessing their nutritional quality.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
