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{"title":"Assessment of physicochemical parameters, bioactive compounds, biological activities, and nutritional value of the most two commercialized pollen types of date palm (<i>Phoenix dactylifera</i> L.) in Morocco.","authors":"Saad Salhi, Mouad Chentouf, Hasnaâ Harrak, Abdellatif Rahim, Cansel Çakir, Dilaycan Çam, Mehmet Öztürk, Naima Hamidallah, Jean-François Cabaraux, Bouchra El Amiri","doi":"10.1177/10820132231168914","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10820132231168914","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The pollen of date palm (<i>Phoenix dactylifera</i> L.) is known for its nutritional value and implications as a health-promoting component. Due to its low cost, date palm pollen crushed with its spadix is more widely commercialized and used in Morocco than pure date palm pollen free of spadix. Thus, this study aimed to assess the physicochemical and phytochemical parameters, biological activities, and nutritional value of the two pollen types: Pure date palm pollen and date palm pollen crushed with its spadix. Various physicochemical parameters were determined, including humidity, water activity (<i>a</i>_w), total soluble solids, ash content, and color parameters (<i>L*</i>, <i>a*</i>, <i>b*</i>, <i>C*_ab</i>, and <i>h_ab</i>). Additionally, the phenolic compound profiles were analyzed, and the <i>in vitro</i> antioxidant, enzyme inhibitory, and antidiabetic activities were assessed for both pure date palm pollen and date palm pollen crushed with its spadix. Furthermore, the nutritional value was evaluated by determining protein and carbohydrate contents, and mineral and fatty acid profiles. The results have revealed that pure date palm pollen had higher humidity, a_w, <i>L*</i>, and <i>h_ab</i> color parameters than date palm pollen crushed with its spadix, but lower total soluble solid and ash contents. The main phenolic compounds in pure date palm pollen were ellagic acid, rutin, fisetin, and quercetin, whereas date palm pollen crushed with its spadix contained mainly catechin, chlorogenic acid, <i>p</i>-coumaric acid, ferulic acid, and rutin. Moreover, pure date palm pollen showed greater <i>in vitro</i> antioxidant activity, while date palm pollen crushed with its spadix had higher enzyme inhibitory and antidiabetic activities. PDPS was the richest source of proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, and saturated fatty acids, while date palm pollen crushed with its spadix was a better source of unsaturated fatty acids, which are mainly represented by linoleic acid. In conclusion, although date palm pollen crushed with its spadix is the most widely consumed type, its nutritional value is lower than that of pure date palm pollen. Thus, pure date palm pollen could potentially serve as a better source of many bioactive compounds, making it a viable supplement for various health applications.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"788-798"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9665479","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of bioactivities of <i>Pistacia vera</i> L. hull extracts as a potential antimicrobial and antioxidant natural source.","authors":"Gamze Seker, Meltem Yesilcimen Akbas","doi":"10.1177/10820132231193478","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10820132231193478","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i>Pistacia vera</i> L. hull, a the major byproduct of pistachio processing, is a source of functional compounds with antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. The extraction of these natural compounds from pistachio hulls and their use instead of synthetic chemicals has gained great attention. In this work, the phytochemical contents and antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of pistachio hull ethanolic (PVE) and aqueous (PVD) extracts obtained by microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) were investigated. Gallic acid (1.9 and 1.5 mg/g dw), quercetin (0.025 and 0.009 mg/g dw), total phenolic (23.3 and 14.7 mg GAE/g dw) and flavonoid (5.0 and 2.9 mg QE/g dw) contents and antioxidant activities (SC₅₀ 0.63 and 0.56 mg/mL) of PVE and PVD extracts were determined, respectively. The extracts exhibited antimicrobial effects against <i>Enterococcus faecalis, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus uberis, Bacillus cereus,</i> and <i>Bacillus subtilis</i>. Minimal inhibitory concentrations (MICs, 0.8-49.0 and 9.6-82.5 mg/mL) and the minimal bactericidal concentrations (MBCs, 1.3-99.1 and 15.5-150.0 mg/mL) of PVE and PVD extracts were determined, respectively. Kill curves revealed that PVE and PVD extracts could inhibit the growth of bacteria. It was shown that PVE and PVD extracts could represent a good economical source of functional and bioactive compounds.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"722-730"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10316564","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Preparation and nutritional characterisation of protein concentrate prepared from foxtail millet (<i>Setaria italica</i>).","authors":"Niharika Sachdev, Sangeeta Goomer, Laishram Rajender Kumar Singh, Rimpy Kaur Chowhan","doi":"10.1177/10820132231159819","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10820132231159819","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Plant-based protein sources as a sustainable alternative to animal sources are highly relevant for food and dietary supplements industries. Plant proteins are becoming popular as an eco-friendly source for meeting global protein requirements due to their importance in nutrition, management of metabolic diseases, biological activities, functionality in processed food products and their low carbon footprints. We applied biochemical protein extraction protocol and prepared protein concentrate from an underutilised cereal, foxtail millet, with plausible applications in foods and supplements. Herein efforts were utilised to obtain foxtail millet protein (FMP) concentrate by means of standardisation of processes of extraction cum isolation. The conditions including flour to solvent ratio, extraction-precipitation pH, dissolution time, etc. were optimised to significantly improve protein yield and recovery. The FMP concentrate prepared was also analysed for nutritional composition, bioactive compounds, amino acid content and digestion properties in comparison to packaged brown rice protein concentrate. The protein concentrate prepared was found to have high digestibility, rich in essential amino acids with good phenolic and flavonoid content, thereby making it a potential sensory and antioxidant additive for food/pharmaceutical applications.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"699-712"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9396450","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Application of biodegradable colorimetric films based on purple tomatoes anthocyanins loaded chitosan and polyvinyl alcohol in pork meat.","authors":"Li Yana, Chen Zhiwei, Zhang Yunuo, Wu Jingxi","doi":"10.1177/10820132231193616","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10820132231193616","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A series of biodegradable colorimetric films were prepared by using chitosan and polyvinyl alcohol as matrix, in which, the weight ratio of chitosan: Polyvinyl alcohol was 100: 0, 80: 20, 50: 50, 20: 80, or 0: 100, with addition of 10% (w/w, relative to chitosan) anthocyanins extracted from purple tomatoes (purple tomatoes anthocyanin) as pigment. The aim of this study was to observe the effect of weight ratio (chitosan: Polyvinyl alcohol) on the mechanical properties, contact angle, swelling rate, pH sensitivity, antioxidant properties of chitosan-polyvinyl alcohol/purple tomatoes anthocyanins films, and the antibacterial activity of films produced for pork packaging. In addition, the films as a smart colorimetric indicator for monitoring the freshness of pork was investigated. The results showed that as the ratio of chitosan to polyvinyl alcohol decreases, the elongation at break, hydrophilicity, and swelling rate of the films increased especially from 16.5% to 174.2% for elongation at break and 93.0° to 53.8° for water contact angle, however, the tensile strength decreased from 67.3 to 24.7 MPa. With decreasing of chitosan: Polyvinyl alcohol, the antibacterial activity on pork was decreased, and the antioxidant properties of films increased first then decreased. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy indicated there were interactions among chitosan, polyvinyl alcohol, and purple tomatoes anthocyanins. The color response of films was depended on pH, as well as the immersion time. The longer immersion resulted in a more pronounced color change. The color changed from purplish red (pH 2-4) to green (pH 5-10) to yellow (pH 10-12). In monitoring the freshness of pork, the film showed a nice visual color change, indicating a potential application in smart packaging. These bio-based materials may be useful alternatives to synthetic plastics for food applications such as active and smart packaging, thereby improving the environmental friendliness and sustainability of the food supply.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"741-750"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10332270","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Blending as a sample preparation protocol for mitigating intra- and inter-fruit heterogeneity in sensory analysis of sweetness and acidity in tomatoes.","authors":"Joan Casals, Roser Romero Del Castillo","doi":"10.1177/10820132241300737","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10820132241300737","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Tomato sensory analysis typically involves assessing different fruits, and the inherent intra- and inter-fruit variability poses experimental challenges. To address this, blending emerges as a sampling protocol to minimize panelist experimental error. This study delves into intra-(locule/pericarp) and inter-fruit heterogeneity, examining the efficacy of blended samples in assessing sweetness and acidity. Results reveal a higher acidity (22.2%) and sweetness perception (10.3%) in locular tissue, influenced by elevated titratable acids (TA) and soluble solids (TSS). The observed locular-to-fruit weight ratios (6-31%) might impact overall taste intensity. Fruit-to-fruit variation was high among the 16 varieties studied for TA, TSS, and dry matter. The use of blending to construct an \"average\" sample, increased sweetness (23%) and acidity perception (17%) without affecting sample ordering. Our results underscore the need to integrate locular relative weight into tomato phenotyping protocols and highlight the potential of blended samples in sensory analysis of traits related to the non-volatile fraction.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"10820132241300737"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142709603","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of essential oils on the antibacterial activity and technological properties of dark chocolate.","authors":"Julyana Laura Medeiros Vaughan, Lara Aguiar Borges, Maristela da Silva do Nascimento, Ana Paula Badan Ribeiro, Priscilla Efraim","doi":"10.1177/10820132241300732","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10820132241300732","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i>Salmonella</i> outbreaks associated with chocolate consumption are periodically reported. To address this issue, essential oils (EOs) have been proposed to be effective against foodborne pathogens. In addition, EOs constituents appear to modify the lipid phase of the product, leading to an improvement in quality. This study aimed to investigate the antimicrobial potential of EOs from <i>Thymus vulgaris</i> EO (TvEO) and the combination of <i>T. vulgaris</i> and <i>Cymbopogon citratus</i> EO (TvCcEO) in dark chocolate against <i>S.</i> Typhimurium ATCC 14028, as well as their influence on the technological properties during storage. The findings indicate that the EOs had no significant impact on the reduction of the target microorganism. Furthermore, the polymorphic transition from unstable crystals to the most stable form was detected in the chocolate control sample and chocolate with TvEO from 21 days of storage, while the transition in chocolate with TvCcEO was detected from 30 days of storage. Moreover, the addition of EOs reduced the chocolate's tensile strength and retarded the development of fat bloom from 62 days of storage. Therefore, these findings could prove valuable for future research investigating the potential of EOs in chocolate with the aim of delaying fat bloom development or inhibiting microbial growth.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"10820132241300732"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142686314","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Preservation of strawberries using jellyfish gelatin-based biodegradable films and coatings under refrigerated storage.","authors":"Rasn Ranasinghe, Wli Wijesekara, S A Senanayake, Prd Perera, M M Pathmalal, Rauj Marapana","doi":"10.1177/10820132241298487","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10820132241298487","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study investigated the applicability of the biodegradable films and coatings prepared from gelatin extracted from jellyfish <i>Acromitus flagellatus</i> using two extraction methods; conventional hot water extraction and microwave-assisted extraction, for the preservation of strawberries under refrigerated storage (4 °C), compared to biodegradable films and coatings prepared from analytical grade cold water fish skin gelatin and porcine skin gelatin. After 21 days of storage, uncoated strawberries (control group) exhibited visual decay and fungal attacks while coated or film-wrapped strawberries exhibited a better appearance. Coating or wrapping with gelatin films significantly reduced the weight loss of strawberries and the changes in color, hardness, moisture content, pH, titratable acidity, and total soluble solids of coated/film-wrapped fruits during storage were minimal compared to the uncoated fruits. Of the treated groups, the weight loss of gelatin-coated strawberries was significantly lower compared to the fruits wrapped with corresponding gelatin films, in all gelatin types. Furthermore, strawberries coated or wrapped with jellyfish gelatin-based films exhibited comparable properties to the fruits that were coated or wrapped with other two types of gelatin films, indicating the potential use of gelatin extracted from jellyfish in biodegradable films or coating applications in the food industry.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"10820132241298487"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142667632","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of silver nanoparticles in polyethylene packaging on physicochemical, microbiological, and textural properties of oil cake.","authors":"Monireh Joshaghanizade, Shahla Shahriari, Mozhdeh Karbalaee Hoseini Ghiasvand, Mania Salehifar","doi":"10.1177/10820132241297691","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10820132241297691","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study investigated silver nanoparticle (SNP)/titanium dioxide polyethylene films as chemical preservative substitutes to increase the shelf life of oil cake. The research examined three types of packaging films: standard low-density polyethylene (LDPE), LDPE with 3% SNP, and LDPE with 5% SNP, and assessed their impact on oil cake shelf life. Analysis of packaging films included scanning and transmission electron microscopy (SEM and TEM), and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. The study evaluated the effects of SNP on chemical and microbial stability on oil cakes in different storage days (1st, 15th, 30th, and 37th days) at 25 °C. Parameters such as moisture content, water vapor permeability, water activity, peroxide, fat acidity, texture, and microorganisms were studied. The results demonstrated that SNP-containing films can extend the shelf life of oil cake up to 37 days, marked by a significant decrease in microbial growth, particularly mold, compared to conventional packaging films. Notably, films with 5% SNP concentrations exhibited the highest efficacy in preserving the quality of the oil cake. Higher concentrations of SNP led to an increased reduction in microbial load and enhanced mold control while maintaining favorable quality assessment indices throughout the storage period from day 1 to day 30. Remarkably, oil cake packaged with a 5% SNP polymer film displayed the most promising outcomes, extending shelf life up to 30 days at 25 °C.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"10820132241297691"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142617013","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of the performance of low-fat (oil-fat) dressings based on chemically modified Guayabo plantain starch (<i>Musa paradisiaca</i> L.).","authors":"Dayanna Alexandra Moreno-Ríos, Juan Carlos Lucas-Aguirre, Magda Ivonne Pinzón-Fandiño, Johan Sebastián Henao-Ossa","doi":"10.1177/10820132241297741","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10820132241297741","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Guayabo plantain (GP) starch was chemically modified by acetylation to evaluate its role as a stabilizer and emulsifier in low-fat dressings. Native starch (NS) from GP was chemically modified starch (MS), and its functional properties, such as water absorption index, water solubility index, swelling power, gelatinization temperature (<i>T</i>_g), were evaluated. Additionally, functional groups and morphology were identified using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and scanning electron microscopy. Low-fat dressings were prepared using NS and MS at two concentrations, 2% and 3% (NS2, NS3, MS2, MS3), and the stability of the dressings was evaluated over a storage period of 28 days at 4 °C ± 2.0 °C. The percentage of acetylation and the degree of substitution obtained were 2.48% and 0.01, respectively, complying with current regulations. MS showed a higher amylose content (23.62 ± 1.89%) than NS (16.01 ± 0.43%). The <i>T</i>_g of MS decreased, and the appearance of bands at 1012 and 1723 cm^-1 in the FT-IR spectra suggested a modification in the functional characteristics of starch due to acetylation. Emulsions of MS at 2% and 3% (MS2 and MS3) showed a smaller droplet size and higher interfacial dispersion. However, MS3 had higher viscosity, which contributed to an increase in hydrophobicity and delays in flocculation and subsequent coalescence. This research study provides useful information on the use of 3% MS dressings in new food formulations, reducing fat content while preserving functional characteristics, thus ensuring greater stability.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"10820132241297741"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142617036","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of meat type and fat level on burger meat characteristics: A combined approach using imaging and sensory techniques.","authors":"María Cardona, Jose M Barat, Isabel Fernández-Segovia, Raúl Grau","doi":"10.1177/10820132241297672","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10820132241297672","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to evaluate the effect of fat level and meat cut type on burger meat through color, texture, image, and sensory analyses, and to explore the ability of the imaging technique as a complementary tool for consumer quality perception. For this purpose, burger meat samples were prepared by combining pork and beef meat (50/50%) with other nonmeat ingredients. The differences between samples were fat level: around 15 g fat/100 g (code HF) or 10.5 g fat/100 g (code LF); cut types: from cow carcasses (code C) or yearling (code Y). Instrumental color and texture measures analysis, an image analysis, and a sensory evaluation were carried out on samples (raw and cooked) at two times: day 0 and day 1 before expiry dates. The results showed that the samples made with meat from cows presented lower L* and higher a* and b* values than the samples made from yearling. However, the fat level did not affect this parameter. This same pattern was observed for the image measurements. Regarding texture, the samples with higher fat content (and lower moisture content) had higher hardness values. Generally, meat type had no effect on textural parameters. The samples that consumers gave the highest overall acceptance scores were those made of cow meat at both fat content levels. These samples also had the highest raw and cooked color scores. The fat level slightly affected hardness, with the same pattern observed for the instrumental measures of texture. The analyses showed a good correlation between instrumental techniques and sensory evaluation.</p>","PeriodicalId":12331,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Technology International","volume":" ","pages":"10820132241297672"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142616937","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}