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{"title":"Correlation of Guaiacol Production With Presence and Expression of the Guaiacol Biosynthetic Gene Cluster in Alicyclobacillus Spp","authors":"Rui Cai,&nbsp;Yanhui Li,&nbsp;Qi Wang,&nbsp;Hong Guo,&nbsp;Yuxiang Zhang,&nbsp;Yahong Yuan,&nbsp;Qinglin Sheng,&nbsp;Zhouli Wang,&nbsp;Tianli Yue","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70045","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70045","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The whole genome sequences of <i>A. dauci</i> DSM 28700, <i>A. fastidiosus</i> KKP 3000 (guaiacol producers), and <i>A. fastidiosus</i> DSM 17978 (non-guaiacol producer) were firstly determined. Then, the presence of the guaiacol biosynthetic gene cluster in genome sequences of 7 guaiacol-producing and 16 non-guaiacol producing <i>Alicyclobacillus</i> strains was explored. Of the 7 <i>Alicyclobacillus</i> guaiacol producers investigated, a complete guaiacol biosynthetic gene cluster was found in <i>A. fastidiosus</i> K3000, <i>A. acidiphilus</i> NBRC 100859, <i>A. dauci</i> DSM 28700, <i>A. suci</i> VF-FSL-W10-0049 and FSL-W10-0048; only <i>guaB</i>, <i>guaC</i>, <i>guaD</i>, and <i>guaE</i> genes were found in <i>A. herbarius</i> DSM 13609, and <i>guaA</i>, <i>guaB</i>, <i>guaC</i>, <i>guaD</i>, and <i>guaE</i> genes were found in <i>A. hesperidum</i> subsp. <i>aegles</i> DSM 11985. There was no complete guaiacol gene cluster present in the tested 16 <i>Alicyclobacillus</i> non-guaiacol producers. The expression kinetics of genes in the guaiacol biosynthetic gene cluster under the conditions of producing and not producing guaiacol indicated that the expression of the 6 genes was closely related to the production of guaiacol in <i>A. acidoterrestris</i>. These findings will facilitate a deeper understanding of guaiacol production in <i>Alicyclobacillus</i> spp., which will contribute to develop effective control methods to minimize <i>Alicyclobacillus</i>-related spoilage in the fruit juice industry.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70045","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143535989","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of the Ochratoxin A Reduction and Physicochemical Properties of Green Coffee Beans Following Atmospheric Nonthermal Plasma and Plasma-Activated Water Treatments","authors":"Ashrie Yacab,&nbsp;Chia-Min Lin,&nbsp;Pei-Shan Chih,&nbsp;Trias Mahmudiono,&nbsp;Chih-Yao Hou,&nbsp;Hsiu-Ling Chen","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70040","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70040","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Nonthermal plasma (NTP) is a novel nonthermal technology with many potential applications in the food industry because of its promising effects on food decontamination, including mycotoxin decontamination. In this study, atmospheric NTP and plasma-activated water (PAW) were used to evaluate ochratoxin A (OTA) reduction and the quality of green coffee beans. Artificially contaminated green coffee beans were subjected to atmospheric NTP, PAW, atmospheric NTP-PAW, and PAW-atmospheric NTP treatments for 2 min, and OTA was then analyzed using liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry before and after each treatment. NTP-based treatments significantly reduced OTA concentration in green coffee beans by 37.66%–51.80%. The maximum reduction efficiency was found in PAW-atmospheric NTP treatment. Furthermore, no negative effects were observed in terms of color, caffeine content, total phenolic content, total flavonoid content, and DPPH scavenging activity, except for atmospheric NTP treatment, which exhibited distinct color changes. In addition, a minimal decrease in the aroma of green coffee beans was observed following atmospheric NTP and PAW treatments, whereas a minimal increase was observed when both treatments were combined. NTP-based treatments provide new approaches for mitigating mycotoxin in the food industry as well as important implications for the use of atmospheric NTP and PAW in the coffee industry.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70040","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143530463","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Conducted in the Past 118 Years on Global Prospective, Scientific Mapping, and Emerging Trends in Wild Fruits","authors":"Baby Gargi,&nbsp;Sakshi Painuli,&nbsp;Prateek Gururani,&nbsp;Prabhakar Semwal,&nbsp;Sanjay Kumar","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70037","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70037","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Wild edible fruits, commonly referred to as “hidden treasures,” hold a plethora of valuable resources. These fruits have the potential to significantly contribute to the provision of a proportionate and nutritious diet, particularly in impoverished areas across the globe. Despite this, these resources are still underutilized, primarily due to their declining availability and alterations in lifestyle patterns. A bibliometric analysis covering the past 118 years of existence has been conducted to assess the current state of trends, gaps, and research directions in wild fruit research to identify the global research output in this area. In recent years, there has been a substantial increase in research interest towards the growing conservation and domestication of wild fruits, specifically to address the risk of hunger and undernourishment. The quantity of articles has consistently increased since the identification of a significant peak in 2020. However, advanced scientific investigations on appropriate species are recommended to determine the potential species that could alter, augment, or be used as a substitute for the domesticated species in terms of their chemical and nutritional content. In addition, collaboration among various research communities and government or nongovernment organizations is suggested to determine the application of wild fruits in addressing the food security concerns for the increasing global population.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70037","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143513703","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A novel deproteinization method from crude polysaccharides of Meretrix meretrix Linnaeus based on palygorskite-chitosan composite aerogel sieving effect","authors":"Yong Zhu,&nbsp;Jingrui Ma,&nbsp;Xinhang Li,&nbsp;Quanrun He,&nbsp;Bingmin Wu,&nbsp;Juanjuan Cheng,&nbsp;Song Huang,&nbsp;Jihang Chen","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70014","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70014","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Due to the delicious taste and remarkable bioactivities of <i>Meretrix meretrix</i> L., they have garnered attention in food field. However, the challenge arises when attempting to separate proteins from crude polysaccharides with similar polarity and solubility. This paper aimed to develop a novel deproteinization method from crude polysaccharides of <i>Meretrix meretrix</i> L. (CPM) based on palygorskite-chitosan composite aerogel (Pal-CS aerogel) sieving effect. We focused on the influence of aerogels' pore structure on the selective deproteinization of CPM. In comparison to palygorskite or chitosan, Pal-CS aerogel exhibited a superior advantage in selectively deproteinization due to its unique pore structure. Furthermore, under the concentration conditions of 2% Pal and 0.8% CS, the deproteinization rate (<i>Dr</i>%), polysaccharide adsorption rate (<i>Pr</i>%) and selectivity coefficient (<i>Kc</i>) reached impressive values of 95.08 ± 1.47%, 3.29 ± 0.14% and 28.95 ± 0.82, respectively. The findings from pore size analysis revealed that an appropriate size ranging from 0.1 μm to 3.0 μm significantly contributed to the selectively deproteinization based on the sieving effect. The adsorption mechanism study further highlighted that hydrogen bonding predominantly dominated the interfacial interaction between aerogel and proteins. In conclusion, this work provided a new perspective for the study on deproteinization of food polysaccharides.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70014","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143475459","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Intake of High-Calorie Diet and Phytonutrients: A New Paradigm to Treat Cerebral Palsy in Children","authors":"Tabussam Tufail,&nbsp;Huma Bader Ul Ain,&nbsp; Mahwish,&nbsp;Sana Noreen,&nbsp;Aiman Ijaz,&nbsp;Ali Ikram,&nbsp;Muhammad Tayyab Arshad,&nbsp;Muhammed Adem Abdullahi","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70042","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70042","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Cerebral palsy (CP) encompasses neurodevelopmental disorders affecting movement and posture, arising from nonprogressive brain damage during prenatal, perinatal, or postnatal periods. Diagnosis typically occurs between ages 3 and 5, with symptoms including abnormal muscle tone and impaired motor skills. CP's etiology is diverse, ranging from genetic predispositions to perinatal complications, often exacerbated by poor nutrition. Management requires a multidisciplinary approach involving neurologists, therapists, surgeons, psychologists, and social workers to address motor impairments and co-morbidities like epilepsy, cognitive deficits, and sensory impairments. Neurological rehabilitation, primarily through physical and occupational therapies, forms the cornerstone of CP management. Addressing feeding difficulties, common in CP, often necessitates enteral or parenteral feeding, each with potential complications. High-calorie formulas offer a promising strategy to combat undernutrition and improve motor outcomes. Research also explores the potential benefits of natural compounds like kaempferol and resveratrol, though further investigation is needed.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70042","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143397080","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Comprehensive Review on Health Benefits of Fructooligosaccharides","authors":"Asia Atta,&nbsp;Sumaira Sharif,&nbsp;Kainat Haroon,&nbsp;Musarrat Rasheed,&nbsp;Soumya V. Menon,&nbsp;Jadhav Balaji,&nbsp;Bhavik Jain,&nbsp;Qaswaa Yousif Jameel,&nbsp;Mohd Asif Shah","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70041","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70041","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Short-chain carbohydrates are primarily made up of fructose molecules; fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are referred to as prebiotics and are renowned for their potential beneficial effects on health. Since they are inedible fibers, FOS go through the upper digestive tract nearly undisturbed while entering the colon, where they offer food to beneficial gut bacteria, such as <i>Lactobacilli</i> and <i>Bifidobacteria</i>. This method supports digestive health and improves immunity by maintaining an optimal gut microbiome. Based on studies, through establishing an optimal gut environment, FOS can reduce the risk of several digestive disorders, particularly inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). FOS has shown potential for improving metabolic health along with digestive health. They can help regulate weight and reduce the risk of diabetes due to their low caloric content and ability to regulate blood glucose levels. This review will contribute to the development of more focused and effective applications of FOS in health and medicine by identifying the areas of research gaps and suggesting future directions.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70041","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143397079","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Fiber and esophageal cancer prevention: Is there a role for the microbiome?","authors":"Gary D. Stoner","doi":"10.1002/efd2.141","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.141","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;p&gt;Epidemiological studies suggest that dietary fiber may decrease the risk for development of colorectal cancer. There appear to be four mechanisms by which fiber is protective in the colon and rectum: (a) increasing bulk of the stool; (b) binding to colorectal carcinogens; (c) decreasing transit time of waste through the bowel; and (d) altering the microbial composition of the colon leading to reduced risk for colon cancer (Kritchevsky, &lt;span&gt;1997&lt;/span&gt;; Zeng, &lt;span&gt;2014&lt;/span&gt;). Both (b) and (c) reduce the interaction of carcinogens with the lining of the colon and rectum. Dietary fiber may also play a role in reducing risk for the development of esophageal cancer, perhaps through mechanisms that differ from those in colorectal cancer. Epidemiological studies have identified protective effects of fiber against the precancerous lesion, Barrett's esophagus (BE), and its conversion to esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC), presumably by reducing acid reflux from the stomach to the esophagus (Coleman et al., &lt;span&gt;2013&lt;/span&gt;). Similar associations were observed in studies of fiber intake and risk of conversion of esophageal dysplasia to esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), but the results were not significant (Coleman et al., &lt;span&gt;2013&lt;/span&gt;). However, a recent cross-sectional study in China found that subjects were at increased risk for ESCC when they consumed diets low in vegetables and fruit and this was attributed in part to low fiber intake (Zang et al., &lt;span&gt;2022&lt;/span&gt;).&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In any discussion of the role of fiber in disease occurrence, it is necessary to define what is meant by dietary “fiber.” Briefly, there are two types of dietary fiber, soluble and insoluble (Papandreou et al., &lt;span&gt;2015&lt;/span&gt;). Both types are carbohydrates found in most plant foods. Soluble fiber (largely pectin and inulin) dissolves in water and is digested by enteric bacteria in the large intestine. Dietary sources of soluble fiber include oats, legumes, and vegetables such as carrots, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, squash, and broccoli. Soluble fiber reduces low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels in blood and helps control blood sugar by preventing rapid rises in blood sugar levels after a meal (Kritchevsky, &lt;span&gt;1997&lt;/span&gt;). Insoluble fiber (cellulose, lignin) does not dissolve in water and passes directly through the gastrointestinal tract. Because it remains intact, it provides “bulk” with stool formation and speeds the movement of waste through the digestive system. Dietary sources of insoluble fiber include whole grains, rye, and fruits and vegetables. Bacterial degradation of fiber in the colon produces short-chain fatty acids (SCFA) such as butyric acid which may affect colonic and fecal pH. Butyric acid also exhibits both antiproliferative and proapoptotic activities (Vanamala et al., &lt;span&gt;2008&lt;/span&gt;). Given these various functions of soluble and insoluble fiber, it seems readily apparent how fiber might reduce risk for colon cancer but no","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.141","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143112068","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Refining Reduced the Number and Content of Compounds of Soybean Oil","authors":"Zhaohui Sun,&nbsp;Huange Jiang,&nbsp;Yiwen Yang,&nbsp;Mengxu Wang,&nbsp;Jingmin Tong,&nbsp;Lan Zhao,&nbsp;Shunian Luo,&nbsp;Maoqing Wang","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70039","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70039","url":null,"abstract":"<p>To explore the effect of the refining process on the compounds of soybean oil, three different refined grade soybean oils were detected by ultra performance liquid chromatography-high-definition mass spectrometry and chemometrics for finding the differential compounds. The results of PCA and PLS-DA showed that three different refined grade soybean oils had the clear separation trend and the number and content of compounds in soybean crude oil (SCO) gradually reduced with the increased process of the refining. Our result indicated that the refining processes reduced the number and content of compounds in SCO. The decreased trans fatty acids and other unfavorable quality compounds (free fatty acids) suggested that the refining process was necessary. But, 108 compounds with potential function in SCO were significantly reduced during the process of the refine. Most of these compounds (daidzein, linoleamide, and stearamide, etc.) were reduced during the process of the third-grade refine and were even not detected after the first-grade refine. In addition, 16 compounds were not found in SCO and were detected in the refined soybean oil and increased during the refining processes. Our results suggest that refining diminishes the quantity and concentration of compounds with potential function in SCO and should be improved.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70039","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143112067","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Fungal Biomolecules for Food and Pharmaceutical Application","authors":"Giancarlo Angeles Flores,&nbsp;Gaia Cusumano,&nbsp;Gokhan Zengin,&nbsp;Roberto Venanzoni,&nbsp;Paola Angelini","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70033","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70033","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Mushrooms have long been an integral part of human culture and health and are valued for their nutritional and therapeutic properties. Often referred to as a superfood, mushrooms are rich in bioactive compounds that provide a range of health benefits including antioxidant, antimicrobial, anticancer, prebiotic, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory effects. This review focussed on the diversity of mushrooms, emphasizing their nutritional and medicinal significance, and explores their secondary metabolites with potential applications in nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals. It underscores the role of mushrooms as vital bioactive agents in developing value-added products. An overview of the bioactive compounds, such as polysaccharides, peptides, proteins, terpenoids, and phenolic compounds, have been identified in numerous mushroom species. Additionally, the review addresses advancements in fungal biotechnology, particularly the use of fungi as efficient industrial cell factories, and their influence on food quality and sustainability. By critically analyzing recent studies, the review summarizes the diverse roles of fungal biomolecules in the food and pharmaceutical industries and highlights their significant contribution to modern medicine and health-related fields.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70033","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143117489","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Gut Microbiome and Tissue Morphology Modulatory Effects of Hazelnut (Natural, Roasted, and Skin) Fibers in Different Colonic Segments of Mice","authors":"Ömer F. Çelik,&nbsp;Elanur Daştan,&nbsp;Ömer F. Çetiner,&nbsp;Orhan Baş,&nbsp;Zafer Bulut,&nbsp;Bin Zhang,&nbsp;Stephen R. Lindemann,&nbsp;Mehmet İ. Tugay,&nbsp;Muhammet Değermenci,&nbsp;Beyza Suvarıklı-Alan,&nbsp;Mehmet Nizamlıoğlu,&nbsp;Yunus E. Tunçil","doi":"10.1002/efd2.70031","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/efd2.70031","url":null,"abstract":"<p>To reveal the functional properties of hazelnut dietary fibers (DFs) in different colonic segments (cecum, proximal, and distal colon), a diet enriched with natural hazelnut, roasted hazelnut, or hazelnut skin DFs was applied to mice for 6 weeks; microbial metabolites, microbial composition, and tissue morphology were determined segmentally using gas chromatography, 16S rRNA sequencing technology, and microscopy, respectively. Roasted hazelnut DFs revealed significantly (<i>p</i> &lt; 0.05) higher propionate in the cecum of female mice, while hazelnut skin DFs significantly increased the butyrate level in the distal colon of male counterparts. 16S rRNA sequencing revealed hazelnut DFs promoted the <i>Lactobacillus animalis</i>, <i>L. gasseri</i>, and <i>Akkermansia muciniphila</i> related OTUs, especially in the proximal colon, but the degrees of promotions were hazelnut type-, segment- and sex-dependent. Interestingly, hazelnut skin DFs significantly (<i>p</i> &lt; 0.05) stimulated <i>Prevotella</i> related OTUs in the distal colon regardless of sex, which is known to have great ability to utilize dietary polysaccharides. Furthermore, hazelnut skin DF group had higher crypt height values, suggesting that hazelnut skin DFs have ability to maintain saccharolytic activity in more distal region of the colon. Overall, our results demonstrate that hazelnut DFs differentially impact microbial metabolite formation, microbiota composition and tissue morphology in different segments of the colon.</p>","PeriodicalId":11436,"journal":{"name":"eFood","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/efd2.70031","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143117126","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}