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Chemistry, Applied
Yu Matsuo, Kanako Akita, Honoka Taguchi, Shuji Fujii, Yumiko Yoshie-Stark, Tetsuya Araki
Summary: This study found that beneficial ingredients can be extracted from Citrus natsudaidai peel waste, including pectin and insoluble dietary fiber. A sensory evaluation and instrumental assays showed that flavored solutions with CN peel extracts had preferred smell over commercial citrus drinks and exhibited sourness, bitterness, and orange-like taste, with overall acceptance similar to commercial drinks.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kourosh Ghodrat Jahromi, Zhila Heydari Koochi, Gholamreza Kavoosi, Alireza Shahsavar
Summary: Citrus peel fatty acids can be used as an inexpensive organic nutrient source for the cultivation of Chlorella, leading to increased biomass, lipid production, and nutritional quality.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Naduvilthara U. Visakh, Berin Pathrose, Arunaksharan Narayanankutty, Ahmed Alfarhan, Varsha Ramesh
Summary: This article studied the larvicidal and pest control potentials of Citrus maxima essential oil (CMEO). The results showed that CMEO is effective against insect pests of stored grains and larvae of different mosquito species. Additionally, CMEO displayed eco-friendly properties and did not inhibit seed germination.
Article
Environmental Sciences
N. Slijepcevic, D. Tomasevic Pilipovic, D. Radenovic, E. Svircev, A. Kulic Mandic, D. Kerkez, A. Leovac Macerak
Summary: Citrus peels as waste from the citrus processing industry cause pollution problems. This study investigates the use of biosynthesized zero-valent iron nanoparticles from citrus peel extracts to treat sediment contaminated with toxic metals. The results show that this method effectively removes metal pollutants and the treated sediment is non-toxic, suggesting further potential for sustainable use.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Panthakarn Rangsinth, Rajasekharan Sharika, Nattaporn Pattarachotanant, Chatrawee Duangjan, Chamaiphron Wongwan, Chanin Sillapachaiyaporn, Sunita Nilkhet, Nichaporn Wongsirojkul, Anchalee Prasansuklab, Tewin Tencomnao, George Pak-Heng Leung, Siriporn Chuchawankul
Summary: Ergosterol, a sterol found in edible mushrooms, is not only a precursor to vitamin D2 but also exhibits various pharmacological effects, such as antimicrobial, antioxidant, anticancer, antidiabetic, and anti-neurodegenerative activities. This review provides an overview of the pharmacological effects of ergosterol, its underlying mechanisms, and potential applications.
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Poonam Sharma, Reena Vishvakarma, Krishna Gautam, Archana Vimal, Vivek Kumar Gaur, Alvina Farooqui, Sunita Varjani, Kaiser Younis
Summary: Sources and effects of citrus waste, applications of pectin, technological utilization, and socioeconomic and environmental perspectives.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Giusy Rita Caponio, Fabio Minervini, Grazia Tamma, Giuseppe Gambacorta, Maria De Angelis
Summary: Grapes, especially Vitis vinifera L., are widely cultivated and winemaking produces a large amount of waste. These residues are causing environmental and economic sustainability issues. To combat this, researchers are exploring ways to create high-value products from these waste materials. Grape pomace, a byproduct of winemaking, contains compounds like polyphenols, phenolic acids, resveratrol, and fiber that have antioxidant properties. Traditional uses of grape pomace include producing distillates and extracting tartaric acid and coloring substances, but newer applications include extracting antioxidants, using it as fermentation substrates and biomass for energy production, and extracting fiber for high-value bioactive product development. This article discusses the involvement of bioactive molecules from grape pomace in human biological functions and their applications in the agri-food sector.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zahra Maqbool, Waseem Khalid, Hafiz Taimoor Atiq, Hyrije Koraqi, Zaryab Javaid, Sadeq K. Alhag, Laila A. Al-Shuraym, D. M. D. Bader, Mohammed Almarzuq, Mohamed Afifi, Ammar AL-Farga
Summary: The aim of this study was to extract bioactive compounds from citrus waste and evaluate their role in the development of functional foods for treating various disorders. Citrus, scientifically known as Citrus L., belongs to the Rutaceae family and is a globally important fruit crop. During processing, citrus fruits generate a significant amount of waste in the form of peel, seeds, and pomace. This waste contains highly bioactive substances and phytochemicals, such as essential oils, ascorbic acid, sugars, carotenoids, flavonoids, dietary fiber, polyphenols, and trace elements. These compounds are valuable for developing functional foods in different categories and have a wide range of health benefits, including anti-aging, anti-mutagenic, antidiabetic, anti-carcinogenic, anti-allergenic, anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and cardiovascular-protective activities. Citrus essential oils, with their diverse bioactive components, are commonly used as substitutes and preservatives in the food industry.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Naveenkumar Rajendran, Dongseong Kang, Jeehoon Han, Baskar Gurunathan
Summary: This study explored the concept of sustainably reusing food waste to produce value-added byproducts, such as biodiesel. The extraction of oil from food waste was optimized for biodiesel production, and a biochar catalyst derived from citron peel was used. The results showed that a significant biodiesel yield could be obtained using the optimized conditions.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Wen-Shin Huang, Hung-Yu Kuo, Shi-Yuan Tung, Han-Shen Chen
Summary: Reducing food waste is a global concern, with campaigns aiming to address this issue. Research on suboptimal food has gained attention, highlighting consumer preferences for freshness and appearance. Increasing awareness about suboptimal food and reducing waste are crucial for sustainable development.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Dominika Alexa Teigiserova, Ligia Tiruta-Barna, Aras Ahmadi, Lorie Hamelin, Marianne Thomsen
Summary: This study critically reviews the essential oil extraction from citrus peel wastes, emphasizing the importance of harmonized data and eco-efficient methods. Evaluation of extraction technologies shows that water-based extraction and solvent-free microwave extraction are suitable for liquid fermentation processes. Direct use in fermentation of cold press extraction and solvent extraction methods have some limitations.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kiyotaka Y. Hara, Yuya Kageyama, Nanami Tanzawa, Yoko Hirono-Hara, Hiroshi Kikukawa, Keiji Wakabayashi
Summary: This study demonstrated the production of astaxanthin from citrus peel extract using X. dendrorhous. Pectin and its arabinose content were found to be the main substrate and sole carbon source for X. dendrorhous growth and astaxanthin production. Utilizing citrus peel extract for microbial fermentation shows potential for producing value-added chemicals from agricultural byproducts.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Shiva Shahabi Mohammadabadi, Mohammad Goli, Sara Naji Tabasi
Summary: This study aimed to optimize the composition of the extracting solvent for eggplant peel, rich in anthocyanin pigments, using response surface methodology. The results showed that an ethanol-methanol solvent with citric acid yielded the highest total phenolic content, total anthocyanin content, extraction yield, and antioxidant activity.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Cecilia Fiorentini, Guillermo Duserm Garrido, Andrea Bassani, Claudia Cortimiglia, Marta Zaccone, Luana Montalbano, Vanesa Martinez-Nogues, Pier Sandro Cocconcelli, Giorgia Spigno
Summary: The thermal stability of four different commercial citrus peel extracts was improved by encapsulating them with beta-cyclodextrins in a spray-dryer. The encapsulated extracts maintained good antioxidant capacity and showed antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus. The best-encapsulated citrus extract was incorporated into a PLA/PHB film, which exhibited suitable properties for food contact.
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
David Julian McClements, Bengu Ozturk
Summary: Phytochemicals are small molecular species found in edible plants that have a variety of technological and biological functions. Green extraction methods can be used to isolate these active phytochemicals from agricultural and food waste streams, and then incorporate them into functional foods or biodegradable packaging materials. Challenges such as chemical degradation and low solubility can be overcome using nanoencapsulation techniques to improve the efficacy of phytochemicals.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yujiao Tang, Meiqi Fan, Young-Jin Choi, Yonghai Yu, Gang Yao, Yongyan Deng, Sang-Ho Moon, Eun-Kyung Kim
BIOSCIENCE BIOTECHNOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2019)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Eun-Ju Choi, Young Bae Ryu, Yujiao Tang, Bo Ram Kim, Woo Song Lee, Trishna Debnath, Meiqi Fan, Eun-Kyung Kim, Hyun-Su Lee
JOURNAL OF ENZYME INHIBITION AND MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2019)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Meiqi Fan, Eun-Kyung Kim, Young-Jin Choi, Yujiao Tang, Sang-Ho Moon
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2019)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Young-Jin Choi, Meiqi Fan, Yujiao Tang, Hyun Pil Yang, Ji-Young Hwang, Eun-Kyung Kim
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Meiqi Fan, Young-Jin Choi, Yujiao Tang, Sung Mun, Hyun Pil Yang, Eun-Kyung Kim
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Young-Jin Choi, Jae In Lee, Meiqi Fan, Yujiao Tang, Eun-Jung Yoon, Young Bae Ryu, Eun-Kyung Kim
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Yonghyeon Lee, Hyeon Kyeong Choi, Kaudjhis Patrick Ulrich N'deh, Young-Jin Choi, Meiqi Fan, Eun-kyung Kim, Kang-Hyun Chung, Jeung Hee An
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Young-Jin Choi, Meiqi Fan, Yujiao Tang, Masahiro Iwasa, Kwon-Il Han, Hongchan Lee, Ji-Young Hwang, Bokyung Lee, Eun-Kyung Kim
Summary: The study investigated the inhibitory effect of both heat-killed and live Enterococcus faecalis on benign prostatic hyperplasia, showing a reduction in prostate weight and histological changes due to treatment. This indicates that Enterococcus faecalis may be a potential food additive candidate for addressing BPH.
JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meiqi Fan, Jae-In Lee, Young-Bae Ryu, Young-Jin Choi, Yujiao Tang, Mirae Oh, Sang-Ho Moon, Bokyung Lee, Eun-Kyung Kim
Summary: Momordica charantia leaf distilled water extract (MCLW) has a significant inhibitory effect on obesity and abnormal lipid metabolism in mice fed high fat diet, reducing lipid accumulation and body weight while improving glucose tolerance and insulin resistance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Meiqi Fan, Young-Jin Choi, Yujiao Tang, Ji Hye Kim, Byung-gyu Kim, Bokyung Lee, Sung Mun Bae, Eun-Kyung Kim
Summary: The novel peptide AGL9 extracted from Allomyrina dichotoma larvae demonstrated anti-obesity properties by normalizing serum levels and regulating gene expression in liver cells. This study suggests that AGL9 may serve as a potential therapeutic strategy for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) by attenuating lipid deposition, oxidative stress, and inflammation through AMPK/Nrf2 signaling inhibition.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Meiqi Fan, Young-Jin Choi, Nishala Erandi Wedamulla, Yujiao Tang, Kwon Il Han, Ji-Young Hwang, Eun-Kyung Kim
Summary: This study explored the inhibitory mechanism of heat-killed Enterococcus faecalis, EF-2001 on hepatic lipid deposition. Through experiments on a diet-induced obese (DIO) animal model, it was found that EF-2001 can reduce liver lipid accumulation and improve liver damage by activating the AMPK pathway.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Young-Jin Choi, Meiqi Fan, Nishala Erandi Wedamulla, Yujiao Tang, Sung Mun Bae, Ji-Young Hwang, Eun-Kyung Kim
Summary: This study found that the aqueous extract of Centella asiatica (CAA) exhibited better inhibitory effects on benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) compared to its ethanolic extract (CAE). CAA inhibited BPH by suppressing the androgen receptor and PI3K/Akt pathways, as well as reducing the expression of growth factors.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Young-Jin Choi, Meiqi Fan, Yujiao Tang, Sangho Moon, Seung-Hyun Lee, Bokyung Lee, Sung Mun Bae, Sang Moo Lee, Eun-Kyung Kim
Summary: The study found that the ethanol extract of A. distichum has the strongest inhibitory effect on AR signaling, especially leaves harvested in autumn showing the best inhibitory effect on AR signaling. In the BPH rat model, ADLE significantly reduced prostate size and prostate epithelial cell thickness, inhibited AR signaling, and decreased the expression of growth factors, thus inactivating the PI3K/AKT pathway.
NUTRITION RESEARCH AND PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sung Mun Bae, Meiqi Fan, Young-Jin Choi, Yujiao Tang, Gwanghui Jeong, Kyungjae Myung, Byung-gyu Kim, Eun-Kyung Kim
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2020)