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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Pablo E. Morales, Matias Monsalves-Alvarez, Satya Murthy Tadinada, Matthew P. Harris, Andrea Ramirez-Sagredo, Jafet Ortiz-Quintero, Mayarling Francisca Troncoso, Nicole De Gregorio, Ximena Calle, Renata O. Pereira, Vitor A. Lira, Alejandra Espinosa, E. Dale Abel, Sergio Lavandero
Summary: The study found that high-fat diet induced differential regulation of autophagy and mitochondrial activity in different skeletal muscles of mice. After high-fat diet feeding, oxidative soleus muscle showed increased OXPHOS subunits and mitochondrial DNA content, while gastrocnemius muscle exhibited an increase in mitochondrial mass only after 40 weeks. Defects in autophagy may alter mitochondrial respiratory activity in response to obesogenic diet.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Laura Sinisterra-Loaiza, Patricia Alonso-Lovera, Alejandra Cardelle-Cobas, Jose Manuel Miranda, Beatriz I. Vazquez, Alberto Cepeda
Summary: Various studies have found that specific groups or dietary compounds play a role in the onset and progression of obesity, and gut microbiota serves as a mediator between these compounds and the associated inflammation. This study aimed to evaluate the dietary intake of overweight, obese, and normal-weight individuals and analyze their gut microbiota profile in relation to changes in Body Mass Index (BMI) and diet. The results showed significant differences in fiber and monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) intake among different BMI groups, with better intake adequacy observed in the normal-weight group. The analysis of gut microbiota revealed distinct microbial composition in overweight and obese individuals compared to normal-weight individuals, with specific genera identified as biomarkers for each group.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Naiman A. Khan, Caitlyn G. Edwards, Sharon Thompson, Bridget A. Hannon, Sarah K. Burke, Anne D. M. Walk, Richard W. A. Mackenzie, Ginger E. Reeser, Barbara H. Fiese, Nicholas A. Burd, Hannah D. Holscher
Summary: The study found that daily consumption of 1 fresh Hass avocado changed abdominal adiposity distribution among females, but did not facilitate improvements in peripheral insulin sensitivity or beta-cell function among adults with overweight and obesity.
JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Ibtissame Guirrou, Abdelhay El Harrak, Abderraouf El Antari, Lahcen Hssaini, Hafida Hanine, Mohamed El Fechtali, Abdelghani Nabloussi
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of different planting sites on the oil quality of Moroccan rapeseed varieties. The results showed significant differences between the two sites for all parameters, with Allal Tazi outperforming Douyet. Variety and variety by site interaction had a significant effect on all parameters. The Moufida and Alia varieties maintained consistent high performance across both sites, making them genetically interesting for agricultural and nutritional purposes.
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Junki Miyamoto, Hidenori Shimizu, Keiko Hisa, Chiaki Matsuzaki, Shinsuke Inuki, Yuna Ando, Akari Nishida, Ayano Izumi, Mayu Yamano, Chihiro Ushiroda, Junichiro Irie, Takane Katayama, Hiroaki Ohno, Hiroshi Itoh, Kenji Yamamoto, Ikuo Kimura
Summary: Fermented foods have health benefits due to probiotic bacteria or microproducts produced by bacterial fermentation. Prebiotics associated with L. mesenteroides-produced exopolysaccharides (EPS) show significant metabolic benefits. EPS-derived gut microbial short-chain fatty acids improve glucose metabolism and energy homeostasis, and alter gut microbial composition.
Review
Plant Sciences
Suyi Liu, Xingyue Jin, Ye Shang, Lirong Wang, Kunze Du, Shujing Chen, Jin Li, Jun He, Shiming Fang, Yanxu Chang
Summary: This article summarizes the botany, ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry, pharmacology, toxicity, and quality control of Perilla frutescens, providing scientific evidence for its development and utilization.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiang Li, Yan Du, Chengping Zhang, Zhaoxin Tu, Li Wang
Summary: Modified highland barley, especially fluidized highland barley (HB-1), showed positive effects on lipid metabolism, liver injury, and gut microbiota in mice with hyperlipidemia.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Isabella Skye Waddell, Caroline Orfila
Summary: Obesity is a preventable diet-related disease that poses a major challenge worldwide. Higher dietary fiber intakes have been shown to reduce the risks of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, colorectal cancer, and pre-menopausal breast cancer. This may be due to altered digestion and absorption, stimulation of gut hormones, reduced appetite, and changes in bile and cholesterol metabolism.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ke Wang, Ge Zhu, Ya-li Li, Shu-qi Chen, Arif Rashid, Xiao-tong Wang, Xin-yu Wu
Summary: Microwave irradiation can be used as a physiological regulator to alleviate chilling injury in postharvest fruit. The non-thermal effects of microwave treatment, particularly at 45.5 W for 7 min without inducing thermal effects, significantly inhibit internal browning caused by chilling injury and reduce total phenolic content. Furthermore, microwave treatment maintains membrane stability by inhibiting membrane lipid degradation and promoting sucrose accumulation.
Article
Plant Sciences
Nokuthula T. Sithole, Shubhpriya Gupta, Manoj G. Kulkarni, Jeffrey F. Finnie, Johannes Van Staden
Summary: In this study, the efficacy of eight different botanical extracts on Pelargonium sidoides was assessed, and it was found that Cucurbita maxima seed extract showed promising results in inhibiting nematode growth and improving plant growth. Additionally, bioactive compounds with potential nematicidal properties were identified through GC-MS analysis.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Anna M. Malinowska, Malgorzata Majcher, Guido JEJ. Hooiveld, Hanna Przydatek, Marta Szaban, Agata Kurowiecka, Marcin Schmidt
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the capacity of human fecal microbiota to produce SCFAs and metabolize soluble and insoluble fiber, and to study their associations with diet, anthropometric parameters, and carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. Results showed that high intake of vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds was associated with high fiber metabolism capacity. Additionally, the capacity to produce propionic acid was negatively associated with hip circumference, especially in individuals with a healthy diet.
JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Maryam Abidizadegan, Elina Peltomaa, Jaanika Blomster
Summary: Cryptophytes, a major group of microalgae, have garnered scientific attention for their rich bioactive compounds which can be utilized in various industries such as food, medicine, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Alexis Bretin, Beng San Yeoh, Vu L. Ngo, Lavanya Reddivari, Michael Pellizzon, Matam Vijay-Kumar, Andrew T. Gewirtz
Summary: The impacts of dietary fiber on intestinal inflammation are complex, but specific semi-purified fibers such as psyllium can protect against colitis. Psyllium's protection against colitis and metabolic syndrome is independent of the FXR bile acid receptor and fermentation, but requires the presence of a minimal microbiota. Psyllium enriches the high-fat diet and provides strong protection against gut inflammation and metabolic consequences induced by obesity.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Dominika Maciejewska-Markiewicz, Arleta Drozd, Joanna Palma, Karina Ryterska, Viktoria Hawrylkowicz, Patrycja Zaleska, Ewa Wunsh, Katarzyna Kozlowska-Petriczko, Ewa Stachowska
Summary: This study analyzed the changes in fatty acids and eicosanoids in the serum of participants who consumed high-fiber rolls for 8 weeks. The results showed that a high amount of dietary fiber was associated with a reduction in fatty liver. Regardless of the amount of fiber consumed, significant changes in the profile of fatty acids and eicosanoids were observed, reflecting positive changes in liver metabolism.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Hameed Ullah, Amira Sayed Khan, Babar Murtaza, Aziz Hichami, Naim Akhtar Khan
Summary: Leptin in the tongue plays an inhibitory role in the oro-sensory detection of dietary fatty acids in mice by interfering with calcium signaling and membrane potential.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Paulo E. S. Munekata, Clemencia Chaves-Lopez, Juana Fernandez-Lopez, Manuel Viuda-Martos, Maria Estrella Sayas-Barbera, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Jose M. Lorenzo
Summary: This review examines recent studies on the use of indigenous cheese microorganisms to improve processing, functionality, and safety of cheeses. It also discusses the positive impact of new processing technologies on autochthonous cheese starter cultures.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Carmen Botella-Martinez, Estrella Sayas-Barbera, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Manuel Viuda-Martos, Juana Fernandez-Lopez
Summary: Gelled emulsions based on chia and hemp oils were found to improve the nutritional quality of beef burgers compared to traditional burgers, regardless of frozen storage and cooking process.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Rey David Vargas-Sanchez, Brisa del Mar Torres-Martinez, Nelson Huerta-Leidenz, Felix Joel Ibarra-Arias, Juana Fernandez-Lopez, Gaston Ramon Torrescano-Urrutia, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Armida Sanchez-Escalante
Summary: This study compared the effects of Agaricus brasiliensis aqueous-ethanol extract (ABE) and butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) on the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of pork patties. ABE demonstrated stronger antioxidant and antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria. The inclusion of ABE in pork patties reduced pH, color changes, lipid oxidation, and microbial growth during storage, while increasing the presence of phenolic compounds and antioxidant status.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Carmen Botella-Martinez, Juana Fernandez-Lopez, Iasmin Ferreira, Ana Leite, Lia Vasconcelos, Ruben Dominguez, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Alfredo Teixeira, Manuel Viuda-Martos
Summary: A gelled emulsion made from hemp seed oil and buckwheat flour was used as a substitute for pork backfat in a Portuguese meat product called Alheira. Three formulations were prepared, including control with 13% fat content, AH25 with 25% substitution, and AH50 with 50% substitution. The reformulated samples had similar protein, moisture, and fat content compared to the control. However, AH25 and AH50 had higher levels of linoleic and linolenic acid, but lower levels of saturated fatty acids. The use of hemp seed oil-GE increased lipid oxidation values in AH25 and AH50 samples.
EUROPEAN FOOD RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Raquel Lucas-Gonzalez, Estrella Sayas-Barbera, Jose Manuel Lorenzo, Jose angel Perez-Alvarez, Juana Fernandez-Lopez, Manuel Viuda-Martos
Summary: The study evaluated the feasibility of using a gelled emulsion made from cocoa bean shell and walnut oil as a partial or total substitute for animal fat in beef burgers. The bioactive compounds in the reformulated burgers, including polyphenolic and methylxanthines compounds, remained stable after in vitro gastrointestinal digestion. The reformulated burgers also had a different fatty acid profile compared to the control sample, with a higher content of linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Noeli Sirini, Maria Stegmayer, Maria J. Ruiz, Facundo Cuffia, Eugenia Rossler, Jose Otero, Lorena Soto, Jose M. Lorenzo, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Marcelo Rosmini, Laureano Frizzo
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the effects of microencapsulated Lactiplantibacillus plantarum BFL and free cells on the microbiological, physicochemical, and sensory parameters of fermented sausages. Microencapsulation did not improve the viability of L. plantarum BFL during the drying stage. Sausages inoculated with L. plantarum BFL showed lower nitrites values, pH values, and Escherichia coli counts compared to the control group. However, only the presence of free cells of L. plantarum BFL caused a decrease in Enterobacteriaceae and mannitol saltpositive Staphylococcus counts. In sensory analysis, there were no significant differences in acceptability among the different sausages.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nuchnicha Phaeon, Pisittinee Chapanya, Anutin Pattamasuwan, Hanan Issa-Issa, Leontina Lipan, Angel Antonio Carbonell-Barrachina, Esther Sendra, Klanarong Sriroth, Tanat Uan-on, Nuttakan Nitayapat
Summary: The study investigated the ability of additives to reduce the formation of acrylamide in simulated sugar cane syrups. Certain combinations of organic acids, B vitamins, and inorganic salts effectively reduced acrylamide formation, but led to an increase in the formation of hydroxymethylfurfural(HMF). Calcium chloride, citric acid, and vitamin B3 were the most effective individual additives, with the combination of citric acid and vitamin B3 showing a significant synergistic effect.
Article
Agronomy
Belen Carceles Rodriguez, Victor Hugo Duran Zuazo, Juan Francisco Herencia Galan, Leontina Lipan, Miguel Soriano, Francisca Hernandez, Esther Sendra, Angel Antonio Carbonell-Barrachina, Baltasar Galvez Ruiz, Ivan Francisco Garcia-Tejero
Summary: The study analyzed the effects of different soil management strategies on soil properties, yield, and almond quality in an organic rainfed almond orchard. The results showed that the use of legume cover improved soil properties and had a positive impact on soil health. The almond yield was not significantly affected by the soil management strategies, but the strategy with legume cover increased almond antioxidant activity and total polyphenol content, improving their nutritional value.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Carmen Botella-Martinez, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Estrella Sayas-Barbera, Casilda Navarro Rodriguez de Vera, Juana Fernandez-Lopez, Manuel Viuda-Martos
Summary: It is widely recognized that a high intake of animal fat containing saturated fatty acids can lead to various life-threatening diseases. In response, health organizations and government agencies have launched campaigns to reduce saturated fat in foods, prompting the food industry to develop lower fat content foods or with different fatty acid profiles. However, this task is challenging due to the important role of saturated fat in food processing and sensory perception. This review examines the literature on healthier oils and strategies to reduce or replace fat content in food products.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Johannes Delgado-Ospina, Luigi Esposito, Junior Bernardo Molina-Hernandez, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Maria Martuscelli, Clemencia Chaves-Lopez
Summary: This study investigated the influence of cocoa shell particle size on cocoa shell infusion (CSI). The results showed that smaller particle sizes of cocoa shell had higher antioxidant capacity and total phenolic compounds. Smaller particle sizes also led to higher bitterness, acidity, and astringency in the tasting, which was due to the presence of more epicatechin, melanoidins, and proanthocyanidins. The aroma of CSI was characterized by the presence of nonanal, 2-nonanone, tetramethylpyrazine, α-limonene, and linalool. CSI was found to be safe for public health. Reducing particle size is an important step to enhance the functional properties of cocoa shell and improve the quality of CSI.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Nuria Munoz-Tebar, Manuel Viuda-Martos, Jose Manuel Lorenzo, Juana Fernandez-Lopez, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez
Summary: This review provides information on the cultivation and global expansion of date palm trees, as well as the nutritional and functional value of date fruit and its by-products. Incorporating date fruit and co-products into food formulations can meet consumer demands for natural ingredients and enhanced nutritional properties.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Francis Cerron-Mercado, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Diana Nolazco-Cama, Bettit Salva-Ruiz, Lena Tellez-Monzon, Juana Fernandez-Lopez, Manuel Viuda-Martos
Summary: The chemical composition, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties of the essential oil from the leaves of Tagetes elliptica Sm., grown in Peru, were investigated. The essential oil contained 27 identified compounds, with cis-tagetenone, trans-tagetenone, dihydrotagetone, and trans-tagetone being the major components. The essential oil exhibited strong antioxidant activity and significant antibacterial effects against Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Salmonella infantis.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Clara Munoz-Bas, Nuria Munoz-Tebar, Laura Candela-Salvador, Estrella Sayas-Barbera, Manuel Viuda-Martos, Jose Angel Perez-Alvarez, Juana Fernandez-Lopez
Summary: The commercialization of fresh date fruits in Spain leads to the generation of significant amounts of co-products, resulting in environmental problems and economic losses. This study aimed to valorize these co-products through non-polluting procedures, such as grinding, soaking, filtering, or drying, to reintegrate them into the food chain based on their nutritional and technological properties. Various intermediate and stable products with high added value were obtained, including date pastes, date waters, and date flours, each with unique applications in the food industry.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Paula Monllor, Jihed Zemzmi, Raquel Muelas, Amparo Roca, Esther Sendra, Gema Romero, Jose Ramon Diaz
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of including 40% artichoke by-product silage (AB) in dairy goat diets on milk yield, composition, and animal health. The results showed that AB treatment did not affect milk yield or body weight, but it reduced whey protein and milk urea concentrations. Additionally, milk from the AB group had higher levels of calcium, manganese, copper, and zinc compared to the control group. There were slight differences in milk fatty acid profile, but no negative effects on blood cholesterol and glucose levels. AB treatment reduced blood urea and had positive effects on beta-hydroxybutyrate and nonesterified fatty acids.
