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Food Science & Technology
Agustina Sarquis, Diellza Bajrami, Boris Mizaikoff, Victor Ladero, Miguel A. Alvarez, Maria Fernandez
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the biofilm-producing capacity of Lentilactobacillus parabuchneri strains. The results showed that the biofilm matrices of these strains were mainly composed of proteins and they easily adhered to beech wood. This study provides important insights into the biofilm-forming capacity of histamine-producing L. parabuchneri strains and how to prevent their formation for improving food safety.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Sonia Sanchez-Perez, Oriol Comas-Baste, M. Teresa Veciana-Nogues, M. Luz Latorre-Moratalla, M. Carmen Vidal-Carou
Summary: A low-histamine diet is currently the most advised strategy for preventing the symptoms of histamine intolerance. However, there is great heterogeneity in the type of excluded foods among different studies, with fermented foods being the only unanimous exclusion. Approximately 32% of excluded foods have high histamine content as a likely explanation.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Michal Czerwinski, Anna Bednarska-Czerwinska, Nikola Zmarzly, Dariusz Boron, Marcin Oplawski, Beniamin Oskar Grabarek
Summary: This study compared the expression of biogenic amine-related genes and proteins in endometrioid endometrial cancer patients with a control group. It found that disturbances in signaling activated by histamine and dopamine receptors may potentially contribute to the progression of endometrioid endometrial cancer.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Alberto Altafini, Paola Roncada, Alessandro Guerrini, Gaetan Minkoumba Sonfack, Damiano Accurso, Elisabetta Caprai
Summary: This study evaluated histamine formation in tuna by reproducing several storage conditions. The results showed that histamine was mainly formed in contaminated tuna samples and its formation rate was slower at lower temperatures. It was also found that using histamine-contaminated equipment for food handling could result in histamine formation in food.
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Food Science & Technology
Xu Liu, Jingjing Liang, Yanli Ma, Jianfeng Sun, Yaqiong Liu, Xiaodong Gu, Yinzhuang Wang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of protein hydrolysis on the formation of biogenic amines during sufu fermentation. The results showed that controlling the activity of decarboxylases is an effective way to prevent biogenic amine formation. These findings are important for enhancing the safety and quality of sufu.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Lucas Kettner, Ines Seitl, Lutz Fischer
Summary: A new diamine oxidase (DAO-1) was discovered in yeast, which has the potential to treat histamine intolerance by oral supplementation under simulated intestinal conditions.
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Food Science & Technology
D. Sylvain Dabade, Liesbeth Jacxsens, Lisa Miclotte, Emmanuel Abatih, Frank Devlieghere, Bruno De Meulenaer
Summary: This study quantitatively determined multiple biogenic amines in various food products sold in the Belgian market, and found significant positive correlations between BA concentrations and corresponding precursor FAAs, with stronger correlations in meat-based products. The study provides a basis for assessing the potential public health impact of BAs, which is currently limited to histamine in scombroid fish species and their derived products.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chunhui Dong, Shuo Shi, Nan Pan, Xin Du, Haijing Li, Xiufang Xia
Summary: Two tyramine-degrading strains, Lactobacillus sakei and Staphylococcus epidermidis, were inoculated in Harbin dry sausage to reduce tyramine accumulation. The results showed that L. sakei could significantly reduce the pH and aw of the sausage while promoting protein degradation. However, it also resulted in an increase in tyramine content in the early fermentation stage.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Sonia Sanchez-Perez, Oriol Comas-Baste, Judit Costa-Catala, Irache Iduriaga-Platero, M. Teresa Veciana-Nogues, M. Carmen Vidal-Carou, M. Luz Latorre-Moratalla
Summary: There are uncertainties regarding the onset of histamine adverse effects that still require further research. This study investigated the interference of different amines on the rate of histamine degradation by the enzyme DAO. The results showed that certain amines significantly delayed histamine degradation, while others inhibited it, suggesting a possible explanation for the variable susceptibility to dietary histamine.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Beatriz del Rio, Maria Fernandez, Begona Redruello, Victor Ladero, Miguel A. Alvarez
Summary: Biogenic amines (BA) are molecules with biological functions that can accumulate at toxic concentrations in foods. Some microorganisms have been identified as responsible for their accumulation. Histamine, tyramine, and putrescine are the most commonly found BA at highest concentrations. Ingesting food with high BA concentrations can lead to intoxication. Additionally, there is synergy between different BA, emphasizing the need for regulation to protect consumer health.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Maria Schirone, Luigi Esposito, Federica D'Onofrio, Pierina Visciano, Maria Martuscelli, Dino Mastrocola, Antonello Paparella
Summary: This review analyzes the presence and role of biogenic amines in meat and meat products, as well as the effect of technological conditions. The provided data can be useful in developing solutions for controlling biogenic amines formation and protecting perishable products.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Lucas Kettner, Carina Braun, Ines Seitl, Eva Pross, Lutz Fischer
Summary: In this study, a putative diamine oxidase (DAO) from Yarrowia lipolytica was successfully recombinantly integrated into the genome of Y. lipolytica for production in a bioreactor, showing a 93-fold increase in specific DAO activity compared to the native production. The produced DAO-1 exhibited broad substrate selectivity, with tyramine, histamine, putrescine, and cadaverine being the favored substrates, making it a potentially valuable enzyme for biogenic amine degradation in the food industry.
JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Helena Vasconcelos, Jose M. M. M. de Almeida, Ana Matias, Cristina Saraiva, Pedro A. S. Jorge, Luis C. C. Coelho
Summary: Biogenic amines (BAs) are food contaminants that can be precursors of nitrosamines, which are linked to carcinogenic and mutagenic activity. Advances have been made in analytical techniques and sample treatments for the better and faster detection of BAs in various foods.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Spectroscopy
Muhammad Ameerullah Sahudin, Mohd Sukor Su'ait, Ling Ling Tan, Nurul Huda Abd Karim
Summary: A rapid and simple analytical tool has been developed to detect histamine in food, with the sensor showing good detection performance, selectivity, reproducibility, and successful application in salmon fillet analysis. This strategy has promising potential in food quality assurance and ensuring healthy consumption for consumers.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bruno M. Dala-Paula, Maria de Fatima Starling, M. Beatriz A. Gloria
Summary: Polyamines play a role in longevity and dietary consumption of spermidine can have cardioprotective effects. A study on 12 different vegetables in Brazilian cuisine found varying levels of bioactive amines, with spermidine being the most common. Different vegetable parts have different amine distributions, which can be important for individuals sensitive to histamine intoxication.
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Food Science & Technology
Guangfei Wei, Yichuan Liang, Guozhuang Zhang, Zhaoyu Zhang, Yongqing Zhang, Shilin Chen, Linlin Dong
Summary: This study investigated the presence of fungi on the surface of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb and found that it is easily contaminated by toxigenic fungi and mycotoxins, posing a health risk for consumers. The results also showed that sampling location and processing can influence the assembly and network complexity of the surface microbiome of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Gabriele Busetta, Giuliana Garofalo, Salvatore Claps, Maria Teresa Sardina, Elena Franciosi, Antonio Alfonzo, Nicola Francesca, Giancarlo Moschetti, Luca Settanni, Raimondo Gaglio
Summary: This study evaluates the microbial diversity of wooden shelves used for the ripening of PDO Pecorino di Filiano and PGI Canestrato di Moliterno cheeses. The results show a strict correlation between the microbiota of wooden shelves and cheese rinds, indicating the positive role of wooden shelves in the cheese ripening process.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Massimo Todaro, Giuliana Garofalo, Gabriele Busetta, Riccardo Gannuscio, Ambra Rita Di Rosa, Maria Luisa Scatassa, Cinzia Cardamone, Isabella Mancuso, Elena Franciosi, Fatima Rando, Monica Agnolucci, Vincenzo Chiofalo, Raimondo Gaglio, Luca Settanni
Summary: This study aimed to reduce the production time of PDO Pecorino Siciliano cheese by comparing two cooking methods and assessing their impact on microbiological composition and lactic acid bacteria populations. The results showed that the different cooking methods did not affect the physicochemical characteristics of the cheese, and sensory evaluation confirmed that the modified production protocol did not significantly alter the product characteristics and overall acceptance. Therefore, cooking under hot water proved to be an effective way to reduce the transformation duration while maintaining the typicality of PDO Pecorino Siciliano cheese.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yingying Sun, Yana Liu, Weiwei Zhou, Lele Shao, Han Wang, Yijie Zhao, Bo Zou, Xingmin Li, Ruitong Dai
Summary: The study evaluates the effect of Ohmic heating (OH) at various voltage gradients and water bath on microbial inactivation, physicochemical and sensory properties, and microbial flora of pasteurized milk. Results show that OH with higher voltage effectively inactivates microorganisms, slows down lipid oxidation, and maintains sensory quality and amino acids content of milk. The microbial community in milk treated with OH remains relatively stable during storage.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Minjin Oh, Ana Cevallos-Urena, Byoung Sik Kim
Summary: In this study, two bacteriophages, PECP14 and PECP20, infecting Escherichia coli O157:H7 were isolated and found to be stable under different environmental conditions. These phages exhibited specificity in targeting different host receptors and demonstrated the ability to infect other foodborne pathogens. The efficacy of phage treatment was demonstrated through rapid adsorption and bacterial lysis. Furthermore, purified endolysins derived from these phages showed remarkable bacteriolytic activity not only against E. coli O157:H7 but also against other pathogens. These findings suggest that these phages and their endolysins can be used for biological control of E. coli O157:H7 in various stages of agricultural product production.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Filippo Marzoli, Michela Bertola, Juliane Pinarelli Fazion, Giulia Cento, Pietro Antonelli, Beatrice Dolzan, Lisa Barco, Simone Belluco
Summary: Insects are a sustainable and protein-rich food source, and Salmonella is a common pathogen in insects. This systematic review aims to collect and evaluate existing studies on the occurrence of Salmonella in crickets and mealworms. Although the number of studies is limited and there are some limitations, this review highlights the importance of obtaining reliable data on the presence of Salmonella in insects, considering the growing market and increased farming scale.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Lucas Chikhi, Melanie Mancier, Hubert Brugere, Bertrand Lombard, Lyazrhi Faouzi, Laurent Guillier, Nathalie Gnanou Besse
Summary: Listeriosis is a severe foodborne disease with a high mortality rate, mainly caused by L. monocytogenes. The EU regulation sets qualitative or quantitative food safety criteria for L. monocytogenes and recommends the use of EN ISO 11290-1 as the reference detection method. Our study compares alternative certified methods for detecting L. monocytogenes, highlighting the importance of diversifying available detection methods.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Christina A. M. DeWitt, Kevin A. Nelson, Hyung Joo Kim, David H. Kingsley
Summary: High pressure processing (HPP) is a non-thermal method that can effectively inactivate pathogens. Research has shown that applying high pressure to thawed samples in an ultra-low temperature environment enhances the inactivation of norovirus.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Suzane Manzini, Thaina Valente Bertozzo, Isabella Neves Aires, Nassarah Jabur Lot Rodrigues, Amanda Bezerra Bertolini, Marcela Alexandrino, Jackieline Sampaio Steinle, Renata Pimentel Bandeira de Melo, Rinaldo Aparecido Mota, Maria Izabel Merino de Medeiros, Virginia Bodelao Richini-Pereira, Vera Claudia Lorenzetti Magalhaes Curci, Simone Baldini Lucheis
Summary: This study detected Toxoplasma gondii DNA in raw bovine milk samples from expansion tanks in small properties located in different cities of the Midwest region of Sa similar to o Paulo, Brazil using PCR. The results showed that the TgNP1 and TgNP2 genes were more efficient in detecting T. gondii DNA, highlighting the importance of raw bovine milk as a potential source of human infections caused by this parasite, and emphasizing the need for proper pasteurization and further understanding of the epidemiology of this protozoan.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Luca Bolzoni, Mauro Conter, Luca Lamperti, Erika Scaltriti, Marina Morganti, Antonio Poeta, Marco Vecchi, Silvia Paglioli, Alessandra Rampini, Paolo Ramoni, Daniela De Vita, Cristina Bacci, Martina Rega, Laura Andriani, Stefano Pongolini, Silvia Bonardi
Summary: This study assessed the role of equids as carriers of Salmonella and the occurrence of contaminated equid carcasses during the slaughter process. Salmonella was detected in a small percentage of equids' caecal contents, but not in carcass samples. Additionally, a genetic match was found between Salmonella strains from horse caecal contents and human cases, suggesting a link between horse meat consumption and salmonellosis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Daria Nowinski, Tomasz Czapka, Irena Maliszewska
Summary: The effect of multiple sublethal doses of non-thermal plasma treatments on phenotypical changes and the reduction in phytopathogenicity of three species of fungi was investigated. The plasma damaged the surface of the fungal hyphae, decreased their dry biomass, and affected the activity of pectinase and xylanase. Furthermore, the plasma treatments increased the germination rate of artificially infected cucumber seeds and resulted in plants with higher biomass and longer roots and stems. However, the reduction in phytopathogenicity was not complete after the multiple plasma treatments.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)