Dami Kim, Euiyeon Shin, Bomi Jeong, Hoeon Yoo, Kwang-Geun Lee
{"title":"Furan and 5-hydroxymethylfurfural in the products of Maillard reaction model systems consisting of 2′-fucosyllactose and amino acids","authors":"Dami Kim, Euiyeon Shin, Bomi Jeong, Hoeon Yoo, Kwang-Geun Lee","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02177-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02177-x","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study quantified furan and 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF) levels and evaluated the antioxidant activities of Maillard reaction products (MRPs) in model systems consisting of 2′-fucosyllactose (2′-FL) and various amino acids. Among the evaluated MRPs, those generated from 2′-FL exhibited relatively low furan concentrations ranging from 125 to 1940 ng/g. These values were the second lowest among the tested sugars, exceeded only by glucose-derived MRPs (75–1443 ng/g). Systems containing threonine produced the highest furan levels, while cysteine consistently resulted in the lowest formation. The 5-HMF concentrations in 2′-FL-derived MRPs (0.47–3.59 μg/mL) were significantly lower than those from other reducing sugars (<i>p</i> < 0.05). Regarding antioxidant properties, 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging activity remained near 80% for all MRPs. Notably, 2,2′-azino-bis-3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulphonic acid (ABTS) activity increased markedly in systems containing cysteine and histidine, significantly higher than other amino acid systems (<i>p</i> < 0.05). These results enhance the understanding of the safety and antioxidant characteristics of 2′-FL-generated MRPs.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 8","pages":"2179 - 2189"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2026-05-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148281221","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Changes of volatiles and nonvolatiles in dried and baked Ulva prolifera, gamtae under light and in the dark storage","authors":"Sun Hye Hwang, JaeHwan Lee, Kee-Jai Park","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02175-z","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02175-z","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Effects of storage illumination on chemical quality of <i>Ulva prolifera</i> were examined for 60 days using dried and baked products stored under > 1,000 lx light or in the dark at 25 °C/60% RH. Volatiles (HS‑SPME GC–MS) and nonvolatiles (HPLC‑QTOF‑MS) were profiled. Across seven chemical classes, total volatiles were highest in dried‑light and lowest in baked‑dark groups. Aldehydes (e.g., benzaldehyde, nonanal) and ketones (e.g., trans‑β‑ionone) increased with light, whereas dimethyl sulfide decreased markedly. Nonvolatile analysis identified six fatty acids plus (+)‑gallocatechin; unsaturated fatty acids decreased faster under light. In baked samples, linoleic and oleic acids declined by 18.2‑fold and 5.4‑fold under light (vs 4.6‑fold and 1.6‑fold in dark), supporting a link between UFA depletion and aldehyde formation. Findings indicate high photooxidative susceptibility of <i>U. prolifera</i>, underscoring dark packaging and prompt consumption of baked products to preserve quality.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 8","pages":"2117 - 2128"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2026-05-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148281485","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dong Ho Suh, Hyo-Jin Lee, Yosep Ji, Wilhelm H. Holzapfel, Matthew K. Runyon, Hae Jo, Jung-Yoon Hur, Seung Min Jeong, Eun Sung Jung
{"title":"Effects of health-functional products on gut microbiota-derived short-chain fatty acids production: an ex vivo and pilot human study","authors":"Dong Ho Suh, Hyo-Jin Lee, Yosep Ji, Wilhelm H. Holzapfel, Matthew K. Runyon, Hae Jo, Jung-Yoon Hur, Seung Min Jeong, Eun Sung Jung","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02171-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02171-3","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study investigated the effects of health-functional products on short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) production using an <i>ex</i> <i>vivo</i> gut simulation platform alongside a human pilot study. The research proceeded in three phases: screening of 11 commercially available products (e.g., omega-3, vitamins/minerals, plant protein, and dietary fiber products) with fecal samples from 15 healthy individuals, validation of four candidates with 30 participants, and a two-month pilot trial with 32 subjects consuming the most effective product. Among the tested products, a plant-based protein consistently increased SCFAs production, particularly butyrate, in the <i>ex</i> <i>vivo</i> system. The pilot study corroborated these findings, with 85% of participants showing elevated fecal SCFAs and 62.5% exhibiting increased butyrate. Participants also reported improved stool consistency and reduced abdominal discomfort. Overall, these results indicate that health-functional products can promote beneficial microbial fermentation, supporting their use as evidence-based functional ingredients and in personalized dietary strategies for gut health optimization.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 8","pages":"2333 - 2343"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2026-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148281527","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alejandra Lazcano-Armenta, Carolina Ramírez-López, Diana Milena Torres-Cifuentes, Irving Israel Ruiz-López, Carlos Enrique Ochoa-Velasco, Paola Hernández-Carranza
{"title":"Development of tea-based (Camellia sinensis L.) beads containing probiotics to enhance survival during the gastrointestinal simulation process","authors":"Alejandra Lazcano-Armenta, Carolina Ramírez-López, Diana Milena Torres-Cifuentes, Irving Israel Ruiz-López, Carlos Enrique Ochoa-Velasco, Paola Hernández-Carranza","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02173-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02173-1","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Tea (<i>Camellia sinensis</i> L.) has phenolic compounds that have been defined as prebiotics capable of improving probiotic survival in the human gut. This study aimed to use probiotic-containing tea to produce sodium alginate beads to enhance probiotic survival during gastrointestinal simulation (GS). Teas with different oxidation levels (black, green, and white) were evaluated for total flavonoids, total phenolic compounds, antioxidant capacity, and probiotic survival (<i>Lactiplantibacillus plantarum</i> and <i>Lacticaseibacillus casei</i>) for 4 days of storage. White tea and <i>L. plantarum</i> were selected for bead production and GS because white tea showed the highest bioactive compound content and antioxidant capacity, while <i>L. plantarum</i> showed better survival during storage than <i>L. casei</i>. Although the tea-based beads improved probiotic survival during GS, most viable cells remained retained within the beads (5.66 ± 0.01 log10 CFU/g), while fewer cells were released into the simulated gastrointestinal fluids (4.28 ± 0.20 log10 CFU/g; p < 0.05).</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 8","pages":"2271 - 2281"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2026-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s10068-026-02173-1.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148281305","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Haejin Kwon, Bogyoung Choi, Jee-Yeon Lee, Sung-Ok Kwon, Cho-il Kim, Kwang-Won Lee, Hyun-Mee Park
{"title":"LC–MS/MS method of 12 per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in protein-rich foods for total diet study applications","authors":"Haejin Kwon, Bogyoung Choi, Jee-Yeon Lee, Sung-Ok Kwon, Cho-il Kim, Kwang-Won Lee, Hyun-Mee Park","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02169-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02169-x","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Animal-derived foods are major contributors to dietary exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). To support exposure assessment in the Total Diet Study (TDS), a simultaneous liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC–MS/MS) method for twelve PFAS in protein-rich foods was validated using boiled chicken breast as a representative matrix. The method showed high linearity (R<sup>2</sup> > 0.997), with limits of quantification below 0.1 µg/kg for eleven PFAS and 0.121 µg/kg for PFNA. Recoveries ranged from 81.1 to 110% with intraday precision of 0.30—11%. Proficiency testing yielded satisfactory z-scores (-0.7—0.7). The validated method was applied to five cooked or processed foods, including boiled egg, fried pork cutlet, boiled shrimp, canned tuna, and canned whelk. Recoveries generally met the performance criteria of the Codex Alimentarius Commission, although higher values were observed for some analyte-matrix combinations. Overall, the method is suitable for determining PFAS in various protein-rich foods and supporting TDS-based dietary exposure assessments.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 8","pages":"2139 - 2149"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2026-05-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148281432","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
So-Eun You, Min-Seok Kim, Sang-Jin Ye, Seon-Min Oh, Jae-Sung Shin, Ji-Eun Bae, Hyun-Wook Choi, Moo-Yeol Baik
{"title":"Preparation and characterization of umami enhanced faba bean Gochujang","authors":"So-Eun You, Min-Seok Kim, Sang-Jin Ye, Seon-Min Oh, Jae-Sung Shin, Ji-Eun Bae, Hyun-Wook Choi, Moo-Yeol Baik","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02170-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02170-4","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study aimed to investigate the potential of substituting glutinous rice flour with raw and roasted faba bean flours in gochujang, a traditional Korean fermented condiment. The proximate composition and physicochemical properties of the samples were evaluated. Faba bean substitution significantly increased the protein content and amino nitrogen levels, leading to enhanced formation of free amino acids. Although faba bean flour contained less carbohydrate than glutinous rice, no substantial difference in reducing sugar content was observed after fermentation, indicating that sweetness was largely preserved. Color differences diminished with fermentation, while faba bean samples retained higher final viscosity than the control, suggesting improved texture stability. Overall, faba bean flour, particularly in roasted faba bean, can serve as a nutritionally enriched, umami enhanced, and functionally stable starch substitute in gochujang. These findings highlight the potential of faba bean to support the development of high-protein, health-oriented, and sustainable Korean fermented foods.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 8","pages":"2219 - 2227"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2026-05-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148281079","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Fabrication of polylactic acid-based active packaging incorporating rhamnolipid-stabilized essential oil emulsion for post-harvest banana preservation and shelf-life enhancement","authors":"Swethaa Venkataraman, Keerthiga Ramalingam, Kanishka Mohan Raj, Shreya Vivek, Sakthi Shri Subramaniam Senthil kumar, Devi Sri Rajendran, Vinoth Kumar Vaidyanathan","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02155-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02155-3","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In this study, a rhamnolipid-stabilized essential oil emulsion (RSEO) was incorporated into the poly-lactic acid (PLA) matrix, where rhamnolipid functioned both as a biosurfactant to stabilize the emulsion and as a bioactive component enhancing the functional properties of the composite films. The optimized PLA–RSEO film containing 0.4% RSEO exhibited enhanced mechanical, barrier, and functional properties. The film showed an elongation at break of 14.92% and tensile strength of 57.25 MPa. Barrier performance also improved, with water vapour permeability reduced to 4.76 × 10<sup>−11</sup> g m<sup>−2</sup> s<sup>−1</sup> Pa<sup>−1</sup> and oxygen transmission rate decreased to 12.25 cm<sup>3</sup> mm m<sup>−2</sup> day<sup>−1</sup>. The film demonstrated strong bioactivity, showing 81% antioxidant capacity and 94.4% antibacterial efficacy against <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i>. When applied to post-harvest banana storage, the film effectively delayed ripening, limiting weight loss to 5.27% and maintaining firmness (5.12 N), soluble solids (9.32%), and starch content (19.85%) after 13 days, indicating improved preservation performance.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 7","pages":"1843 - 1857"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147924266","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Abir Mokni Ghribi, Haifa Sebii, Christophe Blecker, Sami Boufi, Zied Zarai, Souhail Besbes
{"title":"Gelatin from Solea aegyptiaca: physico-chemical, thermal, and interfacial properties","authors":"Abir Mokni Ghribi, Haifa Sebii, Christophe Blecker, Sami Boufi, Zied Zarai, Souhail Besbes","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02168-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02168-y","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p><i>Solea aegyptiaca</i> gelatin (GSA) is a promising alternative to conventional gelatin. With a yield of 9.64% after 9 h, it was produced by alkali pretreatment followed by acid extraction. GSA exhibited a positive surface charge (+ 2.88 mV), a pH of 4.96, and high protein and low lipid contents (79.6% and 0.2%, respectively). SDS-PAGE analysis confirmed its typical gelatin profile, showing β, α1, and α2 chains. The FTIR spectra displayed characteristic Amide A, I, II, and III bands. The gel demonstrated good textural properties, with a gel strength of 209.85 g and a hardness of 953.41 g. Thermal analysis indicated a gelation temperature of 6.5 °C and good thermal reversibility. GSA showed significant emulsifying capacity (25.97 m<sup>2</sup>/g) and moderate foaming properties, suggesting its potential application in confectionery products, dairy desserts, and aerated bakery formulations. Moreover, its marine origin makes it suitable for consumers with religious or dietary restrictions. The results support the development of alternative gelatin sources with industrial relevance by providing new information on adding value to fish processing residues. This study advances the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, specifically SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by valuing waste, SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by encouraging the development of sustainable biomaterials, and SDG 14 (Life Below Water) by promoting the responsible use of marine resources. Ultimately, the study promotes sustainable material development and circular bioeconomy strategies.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 7","pages":"1819 - 1830"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147924268","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Leveraging red microalgae as a potential functional food source: a comprehensive review","authors":"P. R. Vrinda, Jenny Ann John","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02162-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02162-4","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Microalgae are emerging as a promising future food source due to their high nutritive value, sustainability and versatility. Among the microalgae, the red microalgae are underutilized, despite being a nutritional powerhouse. It offers a unique combination of high-quality protein, sulfated polysaccharides, polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins and minerals with potential benefits to health. In spite of being an excellent source of nutrients, there are only a few red microalgae-based products available in the market. Safety and sensory acceptability are the main concerns for the acceptance of microalgae-based products in public. Regular surveys, composition transparency, and public knowledge are the remedies to increase consumer approval of microalgae-based food products. This review discusses the nutritional composition, functional bioactive compounds, and therapeutic characteristics of red microalgae. Furthermore, future recommendations for technology advancements, improvements to growth conditions, and sensory acceptance are detailed based on the microalgae food sector.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 10","pages":"2807 - 2821"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2026-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148810999","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Inactivation of Escherichia coli and Yersinia enterocolitica attached to water-dispersed microplastics using ultraviolet C light-emitting diode irradiation","authors":"Hyeyeon Song, Su-Yeon Kim, Ji-Hyoung Ha","doi":"10.1007/s10068-026-02165-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10068-026-02165-1","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The disinfection effect of ultraviolet C light-emitting diode (UVC-LED) irradiation on pathogenic microorganisms attached to microplastic surfaces has not been investigated. This study quantified the effect of UVC-LED irradiation on the inactivation kinetics of <i>Escherichia coli</i> and <i>Yersinia enterocolitica</i> attached to polycarbonate microplastics (PC-MPs). For comprehensive analysis, disinfection was performed under different agitation speeds (0–300 rpm). A UVC-LED dose of 30 mJ/cm<sup>2</sup> reduced the <i>E. coli</i> and <i>Y. enterocolitica</i> counts by 2.11 log and 4.32 log, respectively, whereas agitation at 300 rpm promoted corresponding reductions of 4.41 log and 5.68 log. Attachment onto PC-MPs affected UVC-LED-induced inactivation of the two pathogenic bacteria, but the disinfection effect could be increased via stirring. An increase in the stirring speed increased the fluidity of MPs and the frequency of exposure of the MP surfaces to the UVC-LED light source, inducing a synergistic effect on the disinfection of microorganisms attached to the MPs. To better characterize inactivation kinetics under heterogeneous conditions, five mathematical models (log-linear, Weibull, double Weibull, biphasic, and biphasic shoulder) were applied as complementary approaches, with model selection was based on goodness-of-fit criteria. This study has elucidated the UVC-LED disinfection effect on pathogenic microorganisms present on MPs in water treatment processes, thus contributing to future strategies for ensuring food safety.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":566,"journal":{"name":"Food Science and Biotechnology","volume":"35 7","pages":"2033 - 2040"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-05-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147924264","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}