Xiaoyu Yang , Youlin Tang , Runzi Zhang , Yao Liu , Mengjun Wang , Juan Zhang , Yi He
{"title":"A novel SERS aptasensor based on Au-Mn-Cu nanozyme induced catalytic precipitation reactions combining with catalytic hairpin assembly strategy for sensitive detection of chloramphenicol","authors":"Xiaoyu Yang , Youlin Tang , Runzi Zhang , Yao Liu , Mengjun Wang , Juan Zhang , Yi He","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108402","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108402","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Chloramphenicol (CAP) is an antibiotic that has the potential to induce irreversible aplastic anemia. Therefore, developing sensitive detection methods for CAP has become crucial. In this study, an aptasensor for the detection of CAP was developed by integrating catalytic precipitation reactions using a gold (Au)-manganese (Mn)-copper (Cu) nanozyme with surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS). First, a trimetallic nanozyme composed of Au, Mn, and Cu was synthesized, exhibiting horseradish peroxidase-like activity. Subsequently, target CAP induced catalytic hairpin assembly (CHA) cycle can open a large number of hairpin H1, enabling the binding of nanozyme@H2 to the SERS substrate Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub>@SiO<sub>2</sub>@Ag@4-chloro-1-naphthol (4-CN). The trimetallic nanozyme can catalyze the conversion of 4-CN into benzo-4-chloro-hexadienone (4-CD), which further initiates catalytic precipitation reactions (NCP), resulting in a decrease in the Raman signal of 4-CN. By this way, the aptasensor could achieve a sensitivity at 3.52 × 10<sup>-13</sup> mol/L, offering a novel strategy for the detection of CAP in food products.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108402"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-10-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220078","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A potentiometric sweetness sensor for sugars using lipid/polymer membranes containing boronic acid","authors":"Xiao Wu , Shintaro Soeda , Taichi Nomoto , Toshihiro Nose , Yuanchang Liu , Shunsuke Kimura , Takeshi Onodera , Hidekazu Ikezaki , Kiyoshi Toko","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108396","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108396","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A novel potentiometric sweetness sensor was developed using a lipid/polymer membrane incorporating 3-nitrophenylboronic acid (3NPBA). Although sugars are non-ionic, the sensor exhibited positive potential responses to various sugars under mildly acidic conditions (pH 5.8). Regression analysis revealed that the sensor response is governed by a combination of three key factors: (1) the binding of boronic acid to cis-diol groups of sugars, (2) the formation of complexes between sugars and hydrated potassium ions, and (3) the proximity of sugar molecules to the membrane surface. The sensor exhibited strong concentration-dependent response for carbohydrate-based sweeteners such as fructose, lactose, and maltitol in the range of 1–1000 mM, as well as for stevioside in the range of 0.01–10 mM, demonstrating good sensitivity. Additionally, under pH-controlled conditions, the sensor demonstrated good selectivity for sweetness, making it a promising tool for taste analysis in food, pharmaceutical, and functional product applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108396"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220076","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Amos O. Anim , Herman Erick Lutterodt , Caleb William Ofori , Ivy Oduro-Boateng , Justina Achiaa Bonsu , Gloria M. Ankar-Brewoo , Linda Nana Esi Aduku , Charles Apprey , Reginald Adjetey Annan
{"title":"The impact of agricultural practices on food composition – A systematic review","authors":"Amos O. Anim , Herman Erick Lutterodt , Caleb William Ofori , Ivy Oduro-Boateng , Justina Achiaa Bonsu , Gloria M. Ankar-Brewoo , Linda Nana Esi Aduku , Charles Apprey , Reginald Adjetey Annan","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108388","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108388","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Agricultural practices play a crucial role in shaping food composition, directly influencing nutritional quality and the ability to address food and health challenges. This review, conducted following PRISMA guidelines, evaluated the effects of agricultural interventions on crop composition. From 2271 articles identified across Scopus, Taylor & Francis, and CABI Direct, 190 studies were included. Fertilizer application was the most reported intervention, followed by bio-stimulants, irrigation strategies, and harvesting timing. Organic amendments and deficit irrigation increased phenolics and other bioactive compounds in fruits and vegetables. Macro- and micronutrient fertilizers enhanced protein, mineral, and antioxidant levels but, when misapplied, often led to nutrient dilution, antagonism, or reduced accumulation of other beneficial compounds. Foliar and soil amendments proved adequate zinc, iron, and selenium biofortification strategies in grains. Amino acid applications reduced heavy metal uptake in cereals grown in contaminated soils, lowering toxic exposure risks. Modern agricultural practices demonstrate strong potential to enhance crop nutrition and mitigate nutrient deficiencies, but these practices must be carefully managed to avoid unintended trade-offs that compromise food quality. These findings highlight the need for evidence-based, context-specific agricultural policies and farmer training to maximize nutritional gains while safeguarding long-term food security.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108388"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220185","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hyeonjin Park , Jin-Kyung Cha , So-Myeong Lee , Youngho Kwon , Seung-Kyo Jeong , Kyeong-Min Kim , Woo-Jae Kim , Jong-Hee Lee
{"title":"Evaluation of agronomic and nutritional traits in Khorasan wheat (Triticum turgidum subsp. turanicum) under Korean conditions","authors":"Hyeonjin Park , Jin-Kyung Cha , So-Myeong Lee , Youngho Kwon , Seung-Kyo Jeong , Kyeong-Min Kim , Woo-Jae Kim , Jong-Hee Lee","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108391","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108391","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Khorasan wheat (<em>Triticum turgidum</em> subsp. <em>turanicum</em>) is recognized for its high nutritional value and adaptability, yet its performance under Korean growing conditions remains largely unexamined. In this study, seven Khorasan wheat accessions were evaluated for agronomic traits, nutritional composition, and mineral content, using the Korean cultivar Keumgang for comparison. Pure lines were developed through field selection and speed breeding. Considerable variation was observed in heading date, plant height, and grain number per plant. Accession IT308416 showed strong lodging resistance and high yield components, while IT188145 exhibited early heading and maturity. Nutritional analysis revealed higher protein levels in all Khorasan accessions compared to the Korean cultivar Keumgang, with IT308447 reaching 13.85 g/100 g. The accessions also displayed distinctive sugar profiles, including elevated levels of raffinose, stachyose, fructose, and maltose. Mineral analysis indicated that several accessions contained higher concentrations of potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and manganese. However, selenium content was low (2.4–4.5 μg/100 g), likely reflecting limited soil availability. These findings suggest that Khorasan wheat holds potential as a genetic resource for enhancing grain quality and nutrient density in Korean wheat breeding programs. Despite relatively low yield stability, its compositional advantages and market potential may support diversified production and added value for producers.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108391"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220075","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Salicylic acid and methyl jasmonate induce accumulation of L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), anthocyanins, and phenolic compounds only in purple lettuce","authors":"Uli Trindade Almeida , Tatiane Jéssica Siebeneichler , Rosane Lopes Crizel , Cesar Valmor Rombaldi , Vanessa Galli","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108392","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108392","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Lettuce is one of the most widely consumed vegetables worldwide but is a relatively poor source of nutritional and functional compounds, making it an important target for biofortification. Biofortification strategies aim to increase health-promoting compounds, such as phenolics, by inducing biotic and abiotic stresses or through the application of phytohormones, which can trigger biochemical and physiological changes in plants. In the first experiment, purple lettuce (cv. <em>PiraRoxa</em>) was cultivated under moderate osmotic stresses [drought stress (DS) and salt stress (SS) or subjected to the exogenous application of Acetyl Salicylic Acid (SA), Abscisic Acid (ABA), or Methyl Jasmonate (MeJa). DS significantly reduced plant biomass, whereas ABA increased cyanidin accumulation. Treatments with SA and MeJa enhanced the levels of L-ascorbic acid (AsA), anthocyanins, and phenolic compounds. Based on these results, a second experiment was conducted with two green (<em>Tainá Verde Americana</em> and <em>Elisa Verde Lisa</em>) and two purple cultivars (<em>PiraRoxa</em> and <em>Veneza Roxa</em>), under SA application. SA proved to be an effective biofortification strategy, increasing AsA content in purple lettuce by eighteen-fold, while no similar response was observed in green lettuce. The underlying reasons for this differential response remain unclear and require further investigation</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108392"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220073","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The establishment of comprehensive evaluation system for sensory, nutritional, and flavor qualities of wrinkled pepper (Capsicum annuum L.)","authors":"Min Wei, Huixia Zhu, Yuxin Zhang, Xinglin Tao","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108390","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108390","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Wrinkled pepper (<em>Capsicum annuum</em> L.) is a fresh pepper with a unique flavor. However, there are few reports on a comprehensive evaluation of the quality of wrinkled peppers. The results showed that there were differences in the sensory, nutritional and flavor qualities of the ten wrinkled pepper varieties. The vitamin C content of Xianglong 37–124 is significantly higher than that of other varieties. K, Ca, and Na are the major mineral elements in wrinkled pepper fruits. Of the total essential amino acids, Ile, Leu and Lys accounted for a relatively large proportion, whereas Glu and Asp were the major non-essential amino acids. The Scoville heat units (SHU) of wrinkled pepper fruits range from 1670 to 1 1085 and are mildly pungent to moderately pungent. A total of 110 volatile organic compounds (VOCs) were identified in the wrinkled pepper varieties, with 2-methoxy-3-(2-methylpropyl)-pyrazine, (<em>E</em>)-2-hexenal, and hexanal as the major VOCs. The comprehensive quality evaluation of the ten wrinkled pepper varieties were ranked as Xianglong 37–124 and Fengzi 102 >Huamei 109 >Longjiao 37–94 >Longjiao 13 >Lvlong 6 >Huamei 105 >Longjiao 10 > Wanglong 6 >Damahua. This study scientifically evaluated the quality of wrinkled peppers and provided a theoretical basis for high quality breeding and consumer selection for wrinkled peppers.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108390"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220069","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Aysha Zahid , Shan-e-hyder Soomro , Adetola Adebowale , Olaide Saheed Abiodun , Chidewe Liberty , Xiaotao Shi
{"title":"Seasonal dynamics and health risk assessment of inorganic contaminants bioaccumulation in Channa punctatus from the Jhelum River in Pakistan","authors":"Aysha Zahid , Shan-e-hyder Soomro , Adetola Adebowale , Olaide Saheed Abiodun , Chidewe Liberty , Xiaotao Shi","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108386","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108386","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Inorganic contaminants are a stern threat to the riverine ecosystem and human health, requiring a scrutiny of their origins and influences. This study investigates the accumulation and seasonal fluctuation of Zn, Pb, Mn, Fe, and Cu in the tissues of <em>Channa Punctatus</em> from the Jhelum River water using the ICP-AES. Results reveal that spring and summer recorded a higher rate of inorganic contaminants in <em>C. punctatus</em> as compared to autumn and winter. Mean level of Zn (36.23), Mn (19.79), and Pb (2.67) in µg/g dry weight across all tissues exceeded the permissible recommended limits in fish. High levels of inorganic contaminants during the warmer season may be attributed to the higher metabolic rate and increased biological activity of fish at warmer temperatures, as well as to terrestrial runoff from agricultural fields and urban areas. The liver and gills exhibit the highest levels of bioaccumulation compared to other organs (p < 0.01). A hazard assessment of <em>C. punctatus</em> of the Jhelum River water revealed a hazard index value of 0.95, below 1 but considerable enough to pose a threat, where the contribution of Pb was 65 %. The article promotes continued monitoring and regulation to ensure public health and riverine environment protection.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108386"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220074","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yang Shi , Dexuan Gao , Yalan Xiang , Bowen Pan , Yuxin Pang
{"title":"Comparative analysis of the nutritional and bioactive composition of Gastrodia elata from different varieties and origins","authors":"Yang Shi , Dexuan Gao , Yalan Xiang , Bowen Pan , Yuxin Pang","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108385","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108385","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>As a traditional Chinese medicinal material, the medicinal value of <em>Gastrodia elata</em> Bl. (GE) has been widely recognized. In 2023, GE was officially included in the list of homologous substances in medicine and food. With the popularity of GE as a food, there is a strong interest in its nutritional content, but there are few systematic and rigorous studies, leaving a critical research gap. In this study, a total of 22 batches of GE samples from different varieties and origins were selected,the nutritional and bioactive components were determined and analyzed, aiming to reveal the nutritional value and medicinal properties of GE. The results showed that GE was rich in a variety of nutrients, including protein, fat, starch, crude fiber, total saponins, water, polysaccharides, with the total mass accounting for as high as 97.9 %. The contents of six bioactive components, namely gastrodin, parishin A, parishin B, parishin C, parishin E, <em>p</em>-hydroxybenzyl alcohol were determined, and there were significant differences in the chemical components of GE among different varieties and origins, which provided a reference for further evaluation of the quality of GE. GE has high nutritional value, and the development direction may be developed into meal replacement products or functional foods rich in polysaccharides.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108385"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220077","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mihajlo V. Jakanovski , Nikola M. Horvacki , Aleksandra M. Dramićanin , Aleksandra D. Radoičić , Sandra B. Šegan , Dušanka M. Milojković-Opsenica
{"title":"Organic acids as promising authenticity markers of Robinia pseudoacacia honey","authors":"Mihajlo V. Jakanovski , Nikola M. Horvacki , Aleksandra M. Dramićanin , Aleksandra D. Radoičić , Sandra B. Šegan , Dušanka M. Milojković-Opsenica","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108384","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108384","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In recent years, the honey-producing sector has faced the increasing presence of adulterated honeys, implying great economic losses and questioning about product quality. This study aimed to develop and optimize an ion chromatographic method capable of accurately measuring individual organic acids concentrations in honey samples and differentiate authentic <em>Robinia pseudoacacia</em> honey from adulterated samples. Results revealed that citric, isocitric, succinic and glucuronic acids were dominant variables responsible in distinguishing authentic from adulterated commercial honey samples. The proposed method proved to be promising and reliable in verifying authenticity of acacia honey based on citric and isocitric acids content. This method offers advantages in cost, time consumption, efficiency, and environmental impact over other methods, eliminating the need for derivatization pretreatment and offering a straightforward \"dilute and shoot\" approach. Moreover, it could potentially compete with commonly used standard EA-IRMS method, avoiding time-consuming preprocessing and isotopic fractionation risks.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108384"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220071","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhancing the robustness of the 1-D CNN model through NIRS data augmentation based on sparse autoencoder and CARS feature selection for mango DMC determination","authors":"Dongfeng Yang , Jun Hu","doi":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108380","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jfca.2025.108380","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Accurate, rapid, and online determination of mango dry matter content (DMC) holds great significance for the mango industry. The integration of near-infrared spectroscopy and deep learning theory offers an opportunity to enhance determination accuracy. In this paper, we propose a spectral data augmentation method based on the sparse autoencoder and establish a one-dimensional convolutional model to predict mango DMC. The test results indicate that the model performs optimally when trained on a training set comprising 80 % of the augmented data. The root mean square error (RMSE) of the test set was 0.4073, and the coefficient of determination (R²) was 0.9782. The prediction accuracy of our model surpasses that of models such as Gaussian Process Regression, Support Vector Machines, and Partial Least Squares Regression. This study can assist in fruit quality inspection, processing optimization, variety selection, and breeding, as well as storage and preservation, and has a wide range of application potential and value. It also provides novel insights into data augmentation techniques for near-infrared spectral regression modeling.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15867,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Food Composition and Analysis","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 108380"},"PeriodicalIF":4.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145220063","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}