Yuho Yamauchi, Jing Zhou, Shiori Nakagawa, Y. Uchida, Toshio Nakamura, T. Tsuno
{"title":"Skin Transparency Improvement Effects of Rice Vitamin E Crude Extract","authors":"Yuho Yamauchi, Jing Zhou, Shiori Nakagawa, Y. Uchida, Toshio Nakamura, T. Tsuno","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000127","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000127","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"55 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83883062","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Prevalence and associated Risk Factors for Obesity among Adult Patients with Thyroid Nodules","authors":"Imad R Musa","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000135","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000135","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Obesity and thyroid nodules (TNs) are a growing medical health problem globally. Hence, the current study was performed to evaluate the prevalence and associated predictors for obesity among adult patients with TNs in the Royal Commission Hospital, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"26 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136299743","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluation of Online Training to Improve Animal Welfare of Cattle during Transport and Slaughter from the Perspective of Animal Welfare officers and official Veterinarians","authors":"Svea Nicolaisen, C. Thöne-Reineke, M. Wiegard","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000134","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000134","url":null,"abstract":"Animal welfare during transport and slaughter is a major concern for the European livestock industry. Despite existing legislation and guidelines, it remains challenging to achieve optimal animal welfare standards during these processes. The aim of this study was to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of two multilingual online animal welfare training modules designed for less educated slaughterhouse work hands and livestock transport drivers. The training modules focused separately on animal behavior and cattle handling, with an emphasis on visual teaching materials such as pictures and videos. An online survey was conducted, in which 25 official veterinarians and animal welfare officers participated, who evaluated the two training modules. The survey included questions on design, ease of use, comprehensibility, and learning content. Participants rated the modules positively, with the majority awarding very good or good ratings for the design, layout, content, structure, and usability of the videos and interactive elements. Results also indicated that the modules provided comprehensive information and were appropriate in terms of scope and completion time. Participants expressed satisfaction with the content and agreed to use the training program themselves for teaching purposes. Feedback from the open questions indicated the strengths and areas for improvement of the modules. This study contributes to the improvement of online training materials to promote animal welfare. By providing slaughterhouse and livestock transport employees with the necessary knowledge and skills, this training program has the potential to improve animal welfare practices, reduce stress levels for workers and animals, and improve the overall work environment. Further research and development of targeted online training modules should be encouraged to improve animal welfare standards during transport and slaughter.","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"15 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81006383","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Research on the development of Value-added Vinegar using Subcritical Treated Water","authors":"S. Hirayama, Daigo Murakami, Yuri Fukagusa, Yuriko Hoshino, Kazuharu Yamato, Munehiro Hoshino, Mitsuru Sasaki","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000136","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000136","url":null,"abstract":"Sake lees and rice bran, which are residues from food processing, were liquefied by subcritical water treatment to effectively produce new vinegar. Our previous studies reported that high concentrations of amino acids can be recovered from sake lees treated with subcritical water at 120°C for 240 min [1,2]. In this study, the conditions for subcritical water treatment of rice bran were examined","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"9 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87960740","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
L. Effah-Manu, Genevieve Fremah Opoku, Desmond Ntim, E. Asamoah
{"title":"Effects of Gender and Ethnicity on Fruits Consumption by Students in a Ghanaian Technical University Before and During COVID-19","authors":"L. Effah-Manu, Genevieve Fremah Opoku, Desmond Ntim, E. Asamoah","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000123","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000123","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"43 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"82063292","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Α Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial to assess the Efficacy and Safety of a Novel Nutraceutical Combination of Monacolin K and Bergamot extract in subjects with Mild to Moderate Hypercholesterolemia","authors":"N. Angelopoulos","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000132","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000132","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Lipid-lowering therapy is the primary treatment for hypercholesterolemia, with statins as the first-line therapy. Nutraceuticals like bergamot, RYR, and berberine have been shown to be effective in reducing Low-density Lipoprotein (LDL-C) and total cholesterol (TC) levels. This study assessed the safety and efficacy of a novel nutraceutical supplement for mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia and low cardiovascular risk. Materials and methods: A prospective, multicentric, open-label, randomized controlled trial was conducted at four outpatient endocrine clinical centers in Greece. Patients were over 40 years old, had mild hypercholesterolemia, and did not require statin treatment according to guidelines. 66 subjects with mild hypercholesterolemia and a 10-year atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk (ASCVD Risk) <7.5% were included in the study. Mediterranean diet and the nutraceutical compound were prescribed to 34 patients at random for eight weeks, while 30 patients comprised the diet-only control group. Results: No significant changes were observed in Body mass index, TC, and High-density Lipoprotein concentrations between the two groups. A significant median reduction of 13.25% in LDL-C levels was achieved in the treated group and no adverse effects were reported. Conclusion: These results suggest that the investigated nutraceutical compound could serve as a potential alternative treatment, particularly for certain patient populations, such as those who are intolerant to statins or who refuse lipid-lowering drug therapy.","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"81 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"84744043","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Savannah L Douglas, Gabriela M Bernardez-Morales, Brooks W Nichols, Aeriel D Belk, Jase J Ball, Jason T Sawyer
{"title":"Influence of Cookery Method on Frozen Ground Beef Patties","authors":"Savannah L Douglas, Gabriela M Bernardez-Morales, Brooks W Nichols, Aeriel D Belk, Jase J Ball, Jason T Sawyer","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000142","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000142","url":null,"abstract":"Ground beef patties commonly known as hamburgers are a popular food item throughout the United States among meat consumers. Technologies for measuring changes in cooked and fresh characteristics of ground beef patties have improved, and the need for evaluating cooked meat patty characteristics are necessary. In the current study, ground beef patties were cooked from frozen using a griddle (GRID), convection oven (OVEN), or clam shell (GARL) to 71.1 °C. Cooked patties were evaluated for cook loss, cooking time, and objective tenderness (Allo-Kramer Shear Force). Patties cooked using the direct heat method GRID had the longest cooking time (p < 0.0001) compared to OVEN (p < 0.0001) and GARL (p < 0.0001) to reach 71.1 °C and the greatest percentage of cook loss versus OVEN (p < 0.0001) and GARL (p = 0.0223). In addition, patties cooked using the GRID required more Allo-Kramer shear force (p < 0.0001) and thus less objective tenderness compared to either OVEN (p < 0.0001) or GARL (p = 0.0988). Current results suggest that if frozen patties are cooked using various cookery methods, then the cooked characteristics are altered.","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"105 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135059087","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alan M Preston, Cindy A Rodriguez, Marianna M Preston
{"title":"High Carbohydrate vs High Fat Diets: Which is Preferable for Long-term Use?","authors":"Alan M Preston, Cindy A Rodriguez, Marianna M Preston","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000126","DOIUrl":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000126","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Commercial manufacturers have formulated diets to promote not only weight reduction but also to reduce risks of chronic diseases.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>To determine if these formulations satisfy requirements for essential nutrients and their suitability for long term use.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We have selected two established commercial diets, one high carbohydrate, low fat (diet 1) and the other, low carbohydrate, high fat (diet 2) and determined \"representative meals\" through use of recipes suggested in the manufacturer's manuals. Nutrition Data System for Research (NDSR) software has been used to perform the most extensive nutrient analysis to date of these diets.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Tables report macronutrients (energy), vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids, essential fatty acids and nutrient-related components for a total of 62 entries. Diet 1 satisfied requirements for 50 of these (81%) with only vitamin B12, vitamin D, and essential fatty acids not reaching recommended levels, while fiber and glycemic load exceeded suggested values. Diet 2 satisfied requirements for forty- six of the components (71%) but had excess percentage of fat, especially saturated fat, sodium and cholesterol as well as decreased percentage of carbohydrate resulting in suboptimal intake of B-complex vitamins (B1, niacin and total folate) as well as fiber.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Neither diet satisfied adequacies for all reported nutrients. However, based on nutrient content alone diet 1, if supplemented, could be sustained over the long term whereas diet 2, even if supplemented, should not be encouraged for long term adaptation.</p>","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"6 2","pages":"24-30"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10194135/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9511805","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}
Mizuka Kobayashi, Shiori Nakagawa, Toshio Nakamura, T. Tsuno
{"title":"Skin Improvement Effects of Phytosterol Ester Derived from Rice Bran","authors":"Mizuka Kobayashi, Shiori Nakagawa, Toshio Nakamura, T. Tsuno","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000125","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000125","url":null,"abstract":"Rice bran contains an abundance of phytosterols. We have prepared phytosterol ester extract (PEE), which consists of a phytosterol ester and fatty acids made from the by-product of extracting oil from rice bran. PEE has been registered as a cosmetic ingredient in rice bran-derived products, and its physical functions, such as its high water retention and emollient effects, are evident, although its biological functions remain poorly understood. In this study, we clarified the biological effectiveness of PEE. Treatment of 0.01% PEE to normal human fibroblasts cell (Hs68) resulted in increased amounts of hyaluronic acid and type III collagen. On the other hand, in the face application test with human volunteers, a significantly reduced amount of trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL) was found in the 8th and 12th weeks. By image analysis, improvements in facial redness and pore troubles were also observed using a visual analog scale (VAS) questionnaire. It is suggested that PEE improves barrier function and maintains the repair of the dermis structure.","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"50 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"74598732","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Olakunle David Teniola, Wilhelm H Holzapfel, Sunday Ayodele Odunfa
{"title":"Selection, use and the influence of starter cultures in the nutrition and processing improvement of ogi","authors":"Olakunle David Teniola, Wilhelm H Holzapfel, Sunday Ayodele Odunfa","doi":"10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000131","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26502/jfsnr.2642-110000131","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":15858,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research","volume":"35 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"86015609","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}