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2. Mixing fruits in ready-to-eat packaging leads to physiological changes that modify quality attributes and antioxidant composition
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Muñoz, Paula, Almajano, María Pilar, Álvarez, Clara, Hidalgo, Gádor Indra, and Munné-Bosch, Sergi
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- 2022
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3. Gene markers of dietary macronutrient composition and growth in the skeletal muscle of gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata)
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Sáez-Arteaga, Alberto, Wu, Yuanbing, Silva-Marrero, Jonás I., Rashidpour, Ania, Almajano, María Pilar, Fernández, Felipe, Baanante, Isabel V., and Metón, Isidoro
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- 2022
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4. Evaluating the Incorporation of Myrtus communis L. Leaves Infusion in Alginate-Based Films and Spheres to Enhance the Oxidative Stability of Oil-in-Water Emulsions.
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El Hammadi, Nisserine, Almajano, María Pilar, Pastor, Maria Vicenta, and Codina-Torrella, Idoia
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EMULSIONS , *MYRTLE (Plants) , *GALLIC acid , *SPHERES , *EPICATECHIN , *PHENOLS , *SOLVENT extraction , *FRACTIONS - Abstract
Myrtus communis L. is a species of the Myrtaceae family that is found in the Mediterranean region, and it is traditionally recognized for its importance and different uses. The objective of this study was to determine the effect of M. communis L. leaf extract (MCLE), which was incorporated directly into alginate spheres and films, on preserving oil-in-water emulsions from oxidation. For this purpose, the solvent extraction (with ethanol at 40, 60, and 80%) of the antioxidant compounds was optimized (total phenolic compounds (TPCs) and total flavonoid content (TFC)) along with the scavenging activity. The best condition for the extraction corresponded with 60% ethanol (MCLE60), with a TPC of ~66.06 g GAE/L and a TFC of ~18.91 g QE/L, which was selected for use in the following assays. MCLE60 showed a considerable radical scavenging activity (24.85 mmol TE/L in FRAP, 28.75 mmol TE/L in DPPH, 30.61 mmol TE/L in ABTS, and 14.94 mmol TE/L in ORAC), which was probably due to its content in the phenolic compounds arbutin (122.08 mg/L), epicatechin (73.89 mg/L), sinapic acid (51.85 mg/L), and gallic acid (36.72 mg/L). The oil-in-water emulsions with the MCLE60 spheres showed the best oxidative stability (TBARS ~2.64 mg MDA/kg of emulsion, PV ~35.7 meq hydroperoxides/kg of emulsion) in comparison to the control. The film was also able to protect the emulsion from oxidation for more than a week at 30 °C (TBARS ~1.9 mg MDA/kg of emulsion). The alginate films with MCLE60 presented an important release of phenolic compounds in water and acetic food simulants, while in both ethanol simulants, the release of TPC remained more stable over time. Thus, this study highlights the potential uses of MCLE as a natural ingredient for emulsion oxidative preservation and the production of alginate delivery systems (spheres and films). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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5. Improving Polyphenol Extraction from Lemon Residues by Pulsed Electric Fields
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Peiró, Sara, Luengo, Elisa, Segovia, Francisco, Raso, Javier, and Almajano, María Pilar
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- 2019
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6. Chitosan-Based Sustained Expression of Sterol Regulatory Element-Binding Protein 1a Stimulates Hepatic Glucose Oxidation and Growth in Sparus aurata.
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Rashidpour, Ania, Wu, Yuanbing, Almajano, María Pilar, Fàbregas, Anna, and Metón, Isidoro
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The administration of a single dose of chitosan nanoparticles driving the expression of sterol regulatory element-binding protein 1a (SREBP1a) was recently associated with the enhanced conversion of carbohydrates into lipids. To address the effects of the long-lasting expression of SREBP1a on the growth and liver intermediary metabolism of carnivorous fish, chitosan-tripolyphosphate (TPP) nanoparticles complexed with a plasmid expressing the N terminal active domain of hamster SREBP1a (pSG5-SREBP1a) were injected intraperitoneally every 4 weeks (three doses in total) to gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata) fed high-protein–low-carbohydrate and low-protein–high-carbohydrate diets. Following 70 days of treatment, chitosan-TPP-pSG5-SREBP1a nanoparticles led to the sustained upregulation of SREBP1a in the liver of S. aurata. Independently of the diet, SREBP1a overexpression significantly increased their weight gain, specific growth rate, and protein efficiency ratio but decreased their feed conversion ratio. In agreement with an improved conversion of dietary carbohydrates into lipids, SREBP1a expression increased serum triglycerides and cholesterol as well as hepatic glucose oxidation via glycolysis and the pentose phosphate pathway, while not affecting gluconeogenesis and transamination. Our findings support that the periodical administration of chitosan-TPP-DNA nanoparticles to overexpress SREBP1a in the liver enhanced the growth performance of S. aurata through a mechanism that enabled protein sparing by enhancing dietary carbohydrate metabolisation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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7. Stability of O/W emulsions packed with PLA film with incorporated rosemary and thyme
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Gallego, Gabriela, Hakkarainen, Minna, and Almajano, María Pilar
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- 2017
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8. Antioxidant and Antiradical Activities of Hibiscus sabdariffa L. Extracts Encapsulated in Calcium Alginate Spheres.
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Bevan, Pascal, Pastor, Maria Vicenta, Almajano, María Pilar, and Codina-Torrella, Idoia
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ROSELLE ,HYDROPEROXIDES ,CALCIUM alginate ,ALGINATES ,SPHERES ,ETHANOL ,REACTIVE oxygen species ,OXIDANT status - Abstract
The interest in natural sources with high antioxidant powder has recently increased in several sectors. Ionic gelation methods could be used to protect bioactive substances to control the kinetics and release of these ingredients to the food matrix. This study dealt with the evaluation of the antioxidant capacity and scavenging activity of extracts of Hibiscus Sabdariffa L. (HSL) (with 50% ethanol) encapsulated in calcium alginate spheres as a new source for preserving food against oxidative damage. Their antioxidant activity was measured in different o/w emulsions in which HSL spheres reduced the formation of hydroperoxides (~80%) and thiobarbituric-acid-reactive substance products (~20%). The scavenging activity of HSL extracts was measured in different food simulants (water, water acidified with 3% acetic acid, ethanol at 50%, and pure ethanol), and corresponded to 0.20–0.43, 0.31–0.62, and 11.13–23.82 mmol Trolox/mL extract for Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC), 2,2-diphenylpicrylhydrazyl (DPPH), and oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) assays, respectively. In general, the best antiradical activity was observed in the ethanolic and acidified mediums, in which the highest concentration of released polyphenols ranged from 0.068 to 0.079 mg GAE/mL. This work indicates the potential of alginate spheres for encapsulating antioxidant compounds as an innovative strategy for several industrial applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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9. Protective effect of white tea extract against acute oxidative injury caused by adriamycin in different tissues
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Espinosa, Cristóbal, López-Jiménez, José Ángel, Cabrera, Lorena, Larqué, Elvira, Almajano, María Pilar, Arnao, Marino B., Zamora, Salvador, and Pérez-Llamas, Francisca
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- 2012
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10. Antibacterial and Antiproliferative Activities of Azadirachta indica Leaf Extract and Its Effect on Oil-in-Water Food Emulsion Stability.
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Ouerfelli, Manel, Metón, Isidoro, Codina-Torrella, Idoia, and Almajano, María Pilar
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NEEM ,FOOD emulsions ,FOOD additives ,ANTIBACTERIAL agents ,FOOD preservation ,MICROCOCCUS luteus - Abstract
The present study aims to identify and quantify the phenolic compounds of Azadirachta indica leaf extract using HPLC-MS and to evaluate the antioxidant, antibacterial (against different Gram-positive and negative bacteria) and in vitro anti-proliferative activities of this extract (against breast, human liver and cervix adenocarcinoma-derived cells). The application of this extract as a natural antioxidant for food preservation was also tested on oil-in-water food emulsions for the first time in the present work in order to determine the use of Azadirachta indica leaves as a natural additive to preserve the food against lipid oxidation and rancidity. The results obtained revealed that 50%-aqueous ethanol leaf extract showed the best extraction yield (25.14%), which was characterized by a high content in phenolic compounds and strong antioxidant activity. Moreover, this leaf extract inhibited the growth of the bacterial strains tested (Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Salmonella paratyphi and Micrococcus luteus) and showed better anti-proliferative activity against breast and cervix adenocarcinoma-derived cells than human liver cancer cells after 48 h of treatment. Additionally, Azadirachta indica leaf extract showed almost similar effects as gallic acid solutions (0.25% and 0.5%) in preserving the oxidation of oil-in-water food emulsions and prevented the formation of secondary oxidation products (malondialdehyde) as well. The results obtained suggested that extracts of Azadirachta indica leaves are a potential source of antioxidant and antibacterial compounds and pointed to the potential of these natural extracts as therapeutic agents. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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11. Phenolic Profile, EPR Determination, and Antiproliferative Activity against Human Cancer Cell Lines of Anthyllis vulneraria Extracts.
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Ouerfelli, Manel, Metón, Isidoro, Codina-Torrella, Idoia, and Almajano, María Pilar
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PLANT phenols ,CANCER cells ,CELL lines ,ELECTRON paramagnetic resonance ,EXTRACTS ,PHENOLIC acids - Abstract
In the current work, the leaf and flower extracts of Anthyllis vulneraria were evaluated for their chemical characterization using HPLC-MS and for their radical scavenging capacity toward methoxy radicals produced by a Fenton-type reaction using an electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy assay. The in vitro antiproliferative activity of these extracts against several human-derived cancer cells (breast: MCF-7; cervical: HeLa; hepatocellular: HepG2) was also evaluated. The results showed that the Anthyllis vulneraria leaf extract was characterized by 17 different phenolic compounds, among which phenolic acids were the most abundant, while its flower extract exhibited higher contents of flavonoids. Furthermore, Anthyllis vulneraria extracts demonstrated a potent radical scavenging activity against methoxy radicals. Both extracts also significantly reduced the viability of the different cancer cell lines. The results of the current study suggested that Anthyllis vulneraria extracts are a promising source of antioxidant compounds with health benefits and pointed to their potential use for treating cancer and developing novel therapeutic agents. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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12. Antimicrobial and antioxidant activity of crude onion (Allium cepa, L.) extracts
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Santas, Jonathan, Almajano, María Pilar, and Carbó, Rosa
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- 2010
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13. Phytochemical screening and evaluation of the antioxidant and anti-bacterial activity of Woundwort (Anthyllis vulneraria L.).
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Ouerfelli, Manel, Majdoub, Nesrine, Aroussi, Jihen, Almajano, María Pilar, and Bettaieb Ben Kaâb, Leila
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- 2021
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14. A transcriptomic approach to study the effect of long-term starvation and diet composition on the expression of mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation genes in gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata)
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Silva-Marrero, Jonás I., Sáez, Alberto, Caballero-Solares, Albert, Viegas, Ivan, Almajano, María Pilar, Fernández, Felipe, Baanante, Isabel V., and Metón, Isidoro
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Diet composition ,Time Factors ,lcsh:QH426-470 ,lcsh:Biotechnology ,Gene Expression Profiling ,Molecular Sequence Annotation ,Microarray ,Oxidative Phosphorylation ,Sea Bream ,Diet ,lcsh:Genetics ,Gene Ontology ,Genes, Mitochondrial ,Starvation ,Sparus aurata ,lcsh:TP248.13-248.65 ,Animals ,Transcriptome ,Research Article - Abstract
Background The impact of nutritional status and diet composition on mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS) in fish remains largely unknown. To identify biomarkers of interest in nutritional studies, herein we obtained a deep-coverage transcriptome by 454 pyrosequencing of liver and skeletal muscle cDNA normalised libraries from long-term starved gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata) and fish fed different diets. Results After clean-up of high-throughput deep sequencing reads, 699,991 and 555,031 high-quality reads allowed de novo assembly of liver and skeletal muscle sequences, respectively (average length: 374 and 441 bp; total megabases: 262 and 245 Mbp). An additional incremental assembly was completed by integrating data from both tissues (hybrid assembly). Assembly of hybrid, liver and skeletal muscle transcriptomes yielded, respectively, 19,530, 11,545 and 10,599 isotigs (average length: 1330, 1208 and 1390 bp, respectively) that were grouped into 15,954, 10,033 and 9189 isogroups. Following annotation, hybrid transcriptomic data were used to construct an oligonucleotide microarray to analyse nutritional regulation of the expression of 129 genes involved in OXPHOS in S. aurata. Starvation upregulated cytochrome c oxidase components and other key OXPHOS genes in the liver, which exhibited higher sensitive to food deprivation than the skeletal muscle. However, diet composition affected OXPHOS in the skeletal muscle to a greater extent than in the liver: most of genes upregulated under starvation presented higher expression among fish fed a high carbohydrate/low protein diet. Conclusions Our findings indicate that the expression of coenzyme Q-binding protein (COQ10), cytochrome c oxidase subunit 6A2 (COX6A2) and ADP/ATP translocase 3 (SLC25A6) in the liver, and cytochrome c oxidase subunit 5B isoform 1 (COX5B1) in the liver and the skeletal muscle, are sensitive markers of the nutritional condition that may be relevant to assess the effect of changes in the feeding regime and diet composition on fish farming. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12864-017-4148-x) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- 2017
15. Radical Scavenging and Antioxidant Activity of Anthyllis Vulneraria Leaves and Flowers.
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Ouerfelli, Manel, Ben Kâab, Leila Bettaieb, and Almajano, María Pilar
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The main targets of this work were to determine the phenolic content of Anthyllis vulneraria (A. vulneraria) leaves and flowers and to evaluate their antioxidant activity. Total polyphenols and flavonoid content (TPC and TFC, respectively) were determined. Antioxidant capacity was evaluated by the Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power (FRAP), the Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC), the Trolox Equivalent Antioxidant Capacity (TEAC) and the diphenyl picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assays, and by the analysis of primary and secondary oxidation products in oil-in-water emulsions and in raw beef patties during storage. The results revealed that the flowers of the A. vulneraria contained the highest content of total polyphenols and flavonoids and extracts from these tissues exhibited the strongest antioxidant activity, as they were more effective at retarding lipid oxidation in oil-in-water emulsions and raw beef patties than extracts from the leaves which had a potent antioxidant effect only at the beginning of the oxidation process. The results of this study allowed us to obtain a deep knowledge about the properties of A. vulneraria and confirmed the possibility of using its biologically active extracts in the food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2018
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16. Analytical Characterization of Polyphenols from Tara and Caesalpinia decapetala as Stabilizers of O/W Emulsions.
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Gallego, M Gabriela, Rodríguez, Tamara, Rodríguez, Isaac, and Almajano, María Pilar
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CAESALPINIA ,LIPIDS ,GALLIC acid ,LIQUID chromatography-mass spectrometry ,POLYPHENOLS - Abstract
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- 2016
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17. Effect of Tara (Caesalpinia spinosa) Pod Powder on the Oxidation and Colour Stability of Pork Meat Batter During Chilled Storage.
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Skowyra, Monika, Janiewicz, Urszula, Salejda, Anna Marietta, Krasnowska, Grażyna, and Almajano, María Pilar
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CAESALPINIA ,OXIDATION ,COLOR of meat ,PORK storage ,HYDROGEN-ion concentration - Abstract
The eff ect of dried pods of Caesalpinia spinosa, known as tara, on pH, cooking loss, lipid oxidation, colour stability and texture of model meat systems stored at 4 °C for 21 days was investigated. Tara pod powder showing a potential antioxidant activity was added at 0.02, 0.04 and 0.08% (by mass) directly to the pork batt er and compared with a synthetic antioxidant, butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) and control (no added antioxidants). The addition of tara pod powder at 0.02% was as eff ective as BHA (0.02%) in retarding lipid oxidation in pork products during storage. Results showed that redness increased aft er the addition of tara pod powder. Specifically, 0.02% of tara pod powder was eff ective in keeping the red colour of meat batt er stored under illumination at 4 °C for 48 h. Hardness of pork products was the lowest in samples manufactured with tara pod powder compared with control. Results highlight the potential of using tara pod powder as natural functional ingredient in the development of pork products with enhanced quality and shelf life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2015
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18. Use of lyophilised and powdered Gentiana lutea root in fresh beef patties stored under different atmospheres.
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Azman, Nurul A M, Gordon, Michael H, Skowyra, Monika, Segovia, Francisco, and Almajano, María Pilar
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GENTIANA ,GENTIANACEAE ,GENTIANS ,COOKING ,BEEF ,MEDICINAL plants - Abstract
BACKGROUND Gentiana lutea root is a medicinal herb that contains many active compounds which contribute to physiological effects, and it has recently attracted much attention as a natural source of antioxidants. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects on the colour, pH, microbial activities, sensory quality and resistance to lipid oxidation (through the thiobarbituric acid method) during storage of beef patties containing different concentrations of G. lutea. Fresh beef patties were formulated with 0-5 g kg
−1 of G. lutea and 0 or 0.5 g kg−1 of ascorbic acid and packed in two different atmospheres, Modified Atmosphere 1 (MAP1) and Modified Atmosphere 2 (MAP2), and stored at 4 ± 1 °C for 10 days. MAP1 contained 20:80 (v/v) O2 :CO2 and MAP2 contained 80:20 (v/v) O2 :CO2. RESULTS G. lutea extracts possessed antioxidant activity measured by the ferric reducing antioxidant power and the oxygen radical absorbance capacity assays. Beef patties containing 2 g kg−1 of lyophilised G. lutea were stable towards lipid oxidation in both atmospheres ( P < 0.05). Beef patties containing a combination of 2 g kg−1 G. lutea and 0.5 g kg−1 ascorbic acid showed significantly reduced changes in colour and in lipid oxidation ( P < 0.05). CONCLUSION The results from this study demonstrate the potential of G. lutea as a food ingredient in the design of healthier meat commodities. © 2014 Society of Chemical Industry [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
- 2015
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19. Antioxidant properties of aqueous and ethanolic extracts of tara ( Caesalpinia spinosa) pods in vitro and in model food emulsions.
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Skowyra, Monika, Falguera, Víctor, Gallego, Gabriela, Peiró, Sara, and Almajano, María Pilar
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PHENOLS ,FLAVONOIDS ,EMULSIONS ,PEROXIDES ,ANTIOXIDANTS ,FUNCTIONAL foods - Abstract
BACKGROUND The successful replacement of some synthetic food antioxidants by safe natural antioxidants has fostered intensive search for new vegetable sources of antioxidants. In our study the phenol and flavonoid content of extracts of tara pods was determined. The antioxidant activity was also studied by three different analytical assays: the measurement of scavenging capacity against a radical ABTS
+ , the oxygen radical absorbance capacity ( ORAC) and the ferric reducing antioxidant power ( FRAP). RESULTS All analyzed samples showed a good antioxidant capacity, but the use of a solution of ethanol 75% in a 1 h ultrasonic process allowed achieving the greatest quantity of phenolics (0.464 mg gallic acid equivalent ( GAE) g−1 dry weight ( DW) ) and the highest antioxidant activity measured by the ABTS+ and ORAC methods (10.17 and 4.29 mmol L−1 Trolox equivalents ( TE) g−1 DW, respectively). The best method for efficient extraction of flavonoids (3.08 mg catechin equivalent ( CE) g−1 DW) was a 24 h maceration in cold water. Two extracts obtained with ethanol 75% and water were added to a model food system (oil-in-water emulsion) and the oxidative stability was studied during storage at 38 °C. Oxidation was monitored by determination of the peroxide value. The addition of 48 µg mL−1 ethanol extract to the emulsion delayed oxidation to the same extent as 17.8 µg mL−1 of Trolox, while water extract was only effective in the early stages of the oxidation process. CONCLUSION The results of this study indicate that ethanolic tara extracts may be suitable for use in food, cosmetic and nutraceutical applications. © 2013 Society of Chemical Industry [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
- 2014
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20. Brewing By-Products as a Source of Natural Antioxidants for Food Preservation.
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Codina-Torrella, Idoia, Rodero, Lourdes, and Almajano, María Pilar
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FOOD preservation ,RESPONSE surfaces (Statistics) ,POLYPHENOLS ,FERULIC acid ,ANTIOXIDANTS ,BREWING industry ,OXIDANT status ,POLYLACTIC acid - Abstract
Brewer's spent grain (BSG) and brewer's spent hops (BSH) are the major solid by-products of the brewing industry. The present work evaluated their potential as an alternative source of natural antioxidants. The efficacy of different solvents (MilliQ water, 0.75% NaOH, 50% MeOH, 50% MeOH + 0.3% HCl and 50% Acetone) for extracting polyphenols of these by-products was firstly evaluated, with NaOH showing the best results. The extraction conditions were optimized using the response surface methodology, and were determined to be 1.45% NaOH and 80 °C. BSG extracts showed the highest total polyphenol content (24.84–38.83 µmol GAE/g), whereas the BSH showed the lowest value (24.84 ± 1.55 µmol GAE/g). In general, BSG extracts presented significantly higher antioxidant capacity (ABTS, ORAC). Ferulic acid was the main polyphenol in all BSG extracts (156.55–290.88 mg/100 g), whereas in BSH, this compound was not detected. The addition of 10% BSG extract in o/w emulsions (stored 14 days) showed a reduction in the formation of primary oxidation products of 97%. In the emulsions covered with polylactic acid active films (1% BSG), this reduction corresponded to 35%. Hence, this study demonstrates the potential of these by-products as natural antioxidant sources for protecting food systems against oxidation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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21. Effects of Water Deficit Irrigation on Phenolic Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Monastrell Grapes under Semiarid Conditions.
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Pérez-Álvarez, Eva P., Intrigliolo, Diego S., Almajano, María Pilar, Rubio-Bretón, Pilar, and Garde-Cerdán, Teresa
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HYDROXYCINNAMIC acids ,DEFICIT irrigation ,GRAPE yields ,GRAPES ,IRRIGATION water ,VITIS vinifera ,HYDROXYBENZOIC acid - Abstract
The high phenolic compound content of grapes makes them an important source of natural antioxidants, among other beneficial health properties. Vineyard irrigation might affect berry composition and quality. Regulated deficit irrigation (RDI) is a widely used strategy to reduce the possible negative impact of irrigation on grapes, improving grape composition and resulting in water savings. Monastrell grapevines (Vitis vinifera L.) grown in eastern Spain were subjected to two water regime strategies: rainfed (non-irrigation) and RDI. The content of anthocyanins, flavonols, flavanols, hydroxybenzoic and hydroxycinnamic acids, and stilbenes was determined by HPLC and was related with total phenolic content and three antioxidant activity methods (ABTS, DPPH, and ORAC). The study aimed to evaluate and compare the phenolic composition and antioxidant potential of Monastrell grapes. The rainfed regime concentrated grapes in terms of phenolic compounds. Thus, total content of anthocyanins, flavonols, flavanols, hydroxybenzoic acids, and total phenols were higher in the rainfed grapes than in the RDI ones. Besides, the rainfed grapes doubled their antioxidant potential with respect to the RDI grapes with the ORAC method. Total phenolic content and antioxidant activity by ORAC assay positively correlated with most of the total phenolic compounds analyzed. This study demonstrates how field practices can modulate final grape composition in relation to their antioxidant activity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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22. Co-ordination of the crown thioether 2,5,8-trithia[9]-o-benzenophane (L1). Synthesis and crystal structures of [CuL1(CI)] and [NiL1 2][BF4]2.
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Escriche, Lluis, Almajano, María-Pilar, Casabó, Jaume, Teixidor, Francesc, Rius, Jordi, Miravitlles, Carlos, Kivekäs, Raikko, and Sillampää, Reijo
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- 1993
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23. The Effects of Pecan Shell, Roselle Flower and Red Pepper on the Quality of Beef Patties during Chilled Storage.
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Villasante, Juliana, Ouerfelli, Manel, Bobet, Ares, Metón, Isidoro, and Almajano, María Pilar
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BEEF quality ,ROSELLE ,PECAN ,FLOWERS ,PEPPERS ,FOOD preservatives ,PLANT phenols - Abstract
The antioxidant and antimicrobial effects of pecan shell (PSW), combined with roselle flower (RS) and red pepper (CA) were analyzed in beef patties by several methods during chilled storage for 13 days. Additionally, the antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of PSW, RS and CA extracts were determined. The PSW extract exhibited a higher radical scavenging activity (by the DPPH method) and more total phenolic compounds than RS and CA. RS presented the best antimicrobial capacity. Nine formulations of beef patties were prepared, including a control (CM), a synthetic preservative (CAMPA N.3 (A)) and different combinations of PSW, RS and CA. The bacterial counts of the beef patties with RS (4–5 log colony-forming units (CFU)/g meat) were significantly lower than those of the control sample (CM) (6–7 CFU/g meat) at day 6. The thiobarbituric acid-reactive substance (TBARS) values at day 7 of all treatments were similar to the values of samples containing the synthetic antioxidant and significantly lower than the CM group. The order of stability assessed by the TBARS values were in agreement with the hexanal content. Thus, these results support the hypothesis that the combination of PWS, RS and CA could represent a good natural food preservative. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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24. Characterization and Application of Gelatin Films with Pecan Walnut and Shell Extract (Carya illinoiensis).
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Villasante, Juliana, Martin-Lujano, Anna, and Almajano, María Pilar
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GELATIN ,WALNUT ,HICKORIES ,PECAN ,YOUNG'S modulus ,VAPOR barriers - Abstract
Phenolic compounds that come from natural products are a good option for minimizing lipid oxidation. It should be noted that these are not only introduced directly into the food, but also incorporated into edible biofilms. In contact with food, they extend its useful life by avoiding contact with other surface and preventing deterioration air, one of the main objectives. In particular, gelatin is a biopolymer that has a great potential due to its abundance, low cost and good film-forming capacity. The aim of this study has been to design and analyse gelatin films that incorporate bioactive compounds that come from the walnut and a by-product, the walnut shell. The results showed that mechanical and water vapor barrier properties of the developed films varied depending on the concentration of the walnut, shell and synthetic antioxidant. With increasing walnut concentration (15%) the permeability to water vapor (0.414 g·mm/m
2 ·day·Pascal, g·mm/m2 ·day·Pa) was significantly lower than the control (5.0368 g·mm/m2 ·day·Pa). Furthermore, in the new films the elongation at the break and Young's modulus decrease by six times with respect to the control. Films with pure gelatin cannot act as an antioxidant shield to prevent food oxidation, but adding pecan walnut (15% concentration) presents 30% inhibition of the DPPH stable radical. Furthermore, in the DSC, the addition of walnut (15 and 9% concentrations), showed the formation of big crystals; which could improve the thermal stability of gelatin films. The use of new gelatin films has shown good protection against the oxidation of beef patties, increasing the useful lifetime up to nine days, compared to the control (3–4 days), which opens up a big field to the commercialization of meat products with lower quantities of synthetic products. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
- 2020
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25. Chitosan-Based Drug Delivery System: Applications in Fish Biotechnology.
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Wu, Yuanbing, Rashidpour, Ania, Almajano, María Pilar, and Metón, Isidoro
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DRUG delivery systems ,FISH farming ,BIOTECHNOLOGY ,GENETIC overexpression ,FISHES ,CUCUMBER mosaic virus ,FISH feeds - Abstract
Chitosan is increasingly used for safe nucleic acid delivery in gene therapy studies, due to well-known properties such as bioadhesion, low toxicity, biodegradability and biocompatibility. Furthermore, chitosan derivatization can be easily performed to improve the solubility and stability of chitosan–nucleic acid polyplexes, and enhance efficient target cell drug delivery, cell uptake, intracellular endosomal escape, unpacking and nuclear import of expression plasmids. As in other fields, chitosan is a promising drug delivery vector with great potential for the fish farming industry. This review highlights state-of-the-art assays using chitosan-based methodologies for delivering nucleic acids into cells, and focuses attention on recent advances in chitosan-mediated gene delivery for fish biotechnology applications. The efficiency of chitosan for gene therapy studies in fish biotechnology is discussed in fields such as fish vaccination against bacterial and viral infection, control of gonadal development and gene overexpression and silencing for overcoming metabolic limitations, such as dependence on protein-rich diets and the low glucose tolerance of farmed fish. Finally, challenges and perspectives on the future developments of chitosan-based gene delivery in fish are also discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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26. In Vitro Antioxidant Activity Optimization of Nut Shell (Carya illinoinensis) by Extrusion Using Response Surface Methods.
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Villasante, Juliana, Pérez-Carrillo, Esther, Heredia-Olea, Erick, Metón, Isidoro, and Almajano, María Pilar
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PECAN ,TIME-of-flight mass spectrometry ,FOOD industry ,NUTS ,HIGH performance liquid chromatography ,MALTODEXTRIN ,GALLIC acid - Abstract
The pecan (Carya illinoinensis) nut shell is an important byproduct of the food processing industry that has not been previously explored as an antioxidant compound. This work aims to study the effect of the extrusion temperature and screw speed on the moisture content, water and oil absorption index, water solubility index, color, phenolic compounds, condensed tannin compounds, and antioxidant activity of pecan nut shell extrudates. Extrusion variables were adjusted using a response surface methodology. Extrusion, performed at 70 °C and 150 rpm, almost doubled the concentration of polyphenols in the non-extruded shell and significantly increased radical scavenging activity. Compounds in extrudates, performed at 70 °C and 150 rpm, were quantified by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) with a diode-array detector (DAD) and identified by liquid chromatography coupled with time-of-flight mass spectrometry (LC-MSD-TOF). Extrusion significantly increased most phenolic acid compounds, including gallic acid, ellagic acid pentose, ellagic acid, dimethyl ellagic acid rhamnoside, and dimethyl ellagic acid. The soluble fiber in extrudates was more than three-fold higher than in the control. Therefore, extrusion at 70 °C and 150 rpm increased the concentration of phenolic compounds, antioxidant activity, and total dietary and soluble fiber. Our findings support the notion that extruded pecan nut shell can be used in clean-label products and improve their nutraceutical value. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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27. New Functional Ingredients Based on Microencapsulation of Aqueous Anthocyanin-Rich Extracts Derived from Black Rice (Oryza sativa L.).
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Aprodu, Iuliana, Milea, Ștefania Adelina, Anghel, Roxana-Mădălina, Enachi, Elena, Barbu, Vasilica, Crăciunescu, Oana, Râpeanu, Gabriela, Bahrim, Gabriela Elena, Oancea, Anca, Stănciuc, Nicoleta, and Almajano, María Pilar
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ANTHOCYANINS ,MILK proteins ,RICE ,MICROENCAPSULATION ,WHEY proteins ,HYDROGEN bonding interactions ,HYDROPHOBIC interactions ,ANTIOXIDANT testing - Abstract
The aqueous anthocyanin-rich extract derived from black rice (Oryza sativa L.) was encapsulated by freeze drying using milk proteins and peptides as coating materials. The molecular modelling approach indicated that all major casein fractions and whey proteins were able to bind at least one anthocyanin molecule. The hydrophobic interactions and hydrogen bonding across the interfaces appeared to be mainly responsible for the stabilizations of the complexes formed between the coating material and bioactive compounds. Two dark purple colored powders, differentiated by the ratio of the encapsulation materials used, rich in phytochemicals were obtained, with an encapsulation efficiency of up to 99%. The powders were tested for antioxidant activity, cytocompatibility, and thermal stability. The morphological structure of the powders highlighted the presence of encapsulated anthocyanins. Both powders showed a remarkable antioxidant activity of about 46 mM Trolox/g D.W., and cytocompatibility on the L929 fibroblast culture. At certain concentrations, both powders stimulated cell proliferation. The powders showed a good thermal stability between 75 and 100 °C for 15 min. The powders were tested in a food model system and checked for stability of phytochemicals during storage. The added value of the powders was demonstrated throughout the antioxidant activity, which remained unchanged during storage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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28. Effect of Nanocrystallization of Anthocyanins Extracted from Two Types of Red-Fleshed Apple Varieties on Its Stability and Antioxidant Activity.
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Xu, Jihua, Li, Xinxin, Liu, Shifeng, Zhao, Peilei, Huo, Heqiang, Zhang, Yugang, Almajano, María Pilar, and Gordon, Michael H.
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APPLE varieties ,ANTHOCYANINS ,CORNSTARCH ,APPLES ,FREE radicals ,ANTIOXIDANTS - Abstract
Red-fleshed apple (Malus sieversii f. neidzwetzkyana (Dieck) Langenf) has attracted more and more attention due to its enriched anthocyanins and high antioxidant activity. In this study we extracted total anthocyanins and phenols from two types of red-fleshed apples—Xinjing No.4 (XJ4) and Red Laiyang (RL)—to study the stability and antioxidant activity of anthocyanins after encapsulation onto Corn Starch Nanoparticles (CSNPs). The results indicated the anthocyanins and total phenol levels of XJ4 were 2.96 and 2.25 times higher than those of RL respectively. The anthocyanin concentration and loading time had a significant effect on CSNPs encapsulation, and XJ4 anthocyanins always showed significantly higher loading capacity than RL. After encapsulation, the morphology of RL-CSNPs and XJ4-CSNPs was still spherical with a smooth surface as CSNPs, but the particle size increased compared to CSNPs especially for RL-CSNPs. Different stress treatments including UV light, pH, temperature, and salinity suggested that XJ4-CSNPs exhibited consistently higher stability than RL-CSNPs. A significantly enhanced free radical scavenging rate under stress conditions was observed, and XJ4-CSNPs had stronger antioxidant activity than RL-CSNPs. Furthermore, XJ4-CSNPs exhibited a slower released rate than RL-CSNPs in simulated gastric (pH 2.0) and intestinal (pH 7.0) environments. Our research suggests that nanocrystallization of anthocyanins is an effective method to keep the anthocyanin ingredients intact and active while maintaining a slow release rate. Compared to RL, encapsulation of XJ4 anthocyanins has more advantages, which might be caused by the significant differences in the metabolites of XJ4. These findings give an insight into understanding the role of nanocrystallization using CSNPs in enhancing the antioxidant ability of anthocyanins from different types of red-fleshed apples, and provide theoretical foundations for red-fleshed apple anthocyanin application. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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29. Poly (α-Dodecyl γ-Glutamate) (PAAG-12) and Polylactic Acid Films Charged with α-Tocopherol and Their Antioxidant Capacity in Food Models.
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Villasante, Juliana, Codina, Eva, Hidalgo, Gádor Indra, Martínez de Ilarduya, Antxon, Muñoz-Guerra, Sebastián, and Almajano, María Pilar
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POLYLACTIC acid ,GLUTAMIC acid ,OXIDANT status ,ACTIVE food packaging ,NUCLEAR magnetic resonance ,MANUFACTURING processes - Abstract
Poly (α-dodecyl γ-glutamate) (PAAG-12) was successfully synthesized from poly(γ-glutamic acid) (PGGA) according to Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) analyses. PAAG-12 films were prepared and enriched with 5% α-tocopherol, with the aim of using them as novel antioxidant active packaging for food applications. Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) characterization determined that α-tocopherol improved thermal stability of films, which is beneficial for industrial processing. Polylactic Acid (PLA) films prepared with the same amount of α-tocopherol were used to set a comparative frame and both types of films were applied to two different food models to assess their protective action against oxidation. Water, 50% ethanol (EtOH) and 95% EtOH were used as food simulants and HPLC analyses were performed to determine diffusion and partition coefficients in PLA and the novel polymer, the latter exhibiting slower release rates. Primary oxidation was measured with peroxide value, which revealed that PAAG-12 films with α-tocopherol protected oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions up to 29 days, complying with the Codex Alimentarius. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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30. The Administration of Chitosan-Tripolyphosphate-DNA Nanoparticles to Express Exogenous SREBP1a Enhances Conversion of Dietary Carbohydrates into Lipids in the Liver of Sparus aurata.
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Silva-Marrero, Jonás I., Villasante, Juliana, Rashidpour, Ania, Palma, Mariana, Fàbregas, Anna, Almajano, María Pilar, Viegas, Ivan, Jones, John G., Miñarro, Montserrat, Ticó, Josep R., Baanante, Isabel V., and Metón, Isidoro
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SPARUS aurata ,CARBOHYDRATES ,DIHYDROPYRIMIDINE dehydrogenase ,ACETYLCOENZYME A ,FATTY acid desaturase ,NICOTINAMIDE adenine dinucleotide phosphate ,LIPIDS - Abstract
In addition to being essential for the transcription of genes involved in cellular lipogenesis, increasing evidence associates sterol regulatory element binding proteins (SREBPs) with the transcriptional control of carbohydrate metabolism. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of overexpression SREBP1a, a potent activator of all SREBP-responsive genes, on the intermediary metabolism of Sparus aurata, a glucose-intolerant carnivorous fish. Administration of chitosan-tripolyphosphate nanoparticles complexed with a plasmid driving expression of the N-terminal transactivation domain of SREBP1a significantly increased SREBP1a mRNA and protein in the liver of S. aurata. Overexpression of SREBP1a enhanced the hepatic expression of key genes in glycolysis-gluconeogenesis (glucokinase and 6-phosphofructo-2-kinase/fructose-2,6-bisphosphatase), fatty acid synthesis (acetyl-CoA carboxylase 1 and acetyl-CoA carboxylase 2), elongation (elongation of very long chain fatty acids protein 5) and desaturation (fatty acid desaturase 2) as well as reduced nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate production (glucose-6-phosphate 1-dehydrogenase) and cholesterol synthesis (3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase), leading to increased blood triglycerides and cholesterol levels. Beyond reporting the first study addressing in vivo effects of exogenous SREBP1a in a glucose-intolerant model, our findings support that SREBP1a overexpression caused multigenic effects that favoured hepatic glycolysis and lipogenesis and thus enabled protein sparing by improving dietary carbohydrate conversion into fatty acids and cholesterol. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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31. Antioxidant Activities and Total Phenolic Content of Malaysian Herbs as Components of Active Packaging Film in Beef Patties.
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Wan Yahaya, Wan Amnin, Abu Yazid, Noraziah, Mohd Azman, Nurul Aini, and Almajano, María Pilar
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PACKAGING film ,MYOGLOBIN ,1-Methylcyclopropene ,PLASTICIZERS ,HERBS - Abstract
Active packaging containing natural extracts is a promising innovation to prolong the shelf life of perishable food. The objective of this work was to develop a bioactive edible film from semi-refined carrageenan (SRC) and glycerol (G) as plasticizer incorporated with natural extract. Five Malaysian herbs were evaluated to determine their total phenolic content (TPC) and antioxidant activities. The Persicaria minor (PM) extract demonstrated the highest TPC (1.629 mg GAE/L sample) and radical scavenging activity evaluated by the radicals 2,2'-azinobis [3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid] (27.166 mg TE/L sample), 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (719.89 mg eq. Trolox/L sample) and α,α′-Azodiisobutyramidine dihydrochloride (5.81 mg TE/L sample). Thus, PM extract was selected for active packaging film at concentrations of 0.4, 1.0 and 2.0% and compared with 0.4% Butylatedhydroxianisole in 2% SRC and 0.9% G film formulation. The meat patties were wrapped in the films and stored under refrigeration (4 ± 2 °C) for 14 days. The film with 2% PM exhibited significantly lower lipid deterioration analysed by the thiobarbituric acid reactive substance assay (p < 0.05) and small changes in % metmyoglobin value which indicated the minimum development of brown colour (p < 0.05). Hence, this film can be used as a packaging material to improve meat quality characteristics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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32. Inhibitory Effects of Scutellaria baicalensis Root Extract on Linoleic Acid Hydroperoxide-induced Lung Mitochondrial Lipid Peroxidation and Antioxidant Activities.
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Liau, Pei Ru, Wu, Ming Shun, Lee, Ching Kuo, and Almajano, María Pilar
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CHINESE skullcap ,LINOLEIC acid ,HYDROPEROXIDES ,LUNGS ,PEROXIDATION ,HYDROXYL group - Abstract
In this study, we evaluated the ability of Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi to protect lipid-peroxidation (LPO) in lung tissue after free radical-induced injury. We prepared S. baicalensis root (SBR) extracts using different solvents. The total flavonoid and total phenol contents of each extract were measured, and the ROS damage protection was evaluated by analyzing linoleic acid hydroperoxide (LHP)-induced LPO in rat lung mitochondria. Moreover, evaluating diphenylpicrylhydrazyl (DPPH), hydrogen peroxide, superoxide anion radical, and hydroxyl radical scavenging abilities and using metal chelating assays were used to determine in vitro antioxidant activity. The ethyl acetate (EtOAc) extract showed high ROS scavenging ability, and four compounds were subsequently isolated and purified from this extract: baicalin, baicalein, wogonin, and oroxylin A. Baicalein in rat lung mitochondria the most significant LHP-induced LPO inhibition was shown and extracted with EtOAc that contained the highest amount of baicalein. Thus, baicalein and the EtOAc extract of SBR may be efficient in conferring ROS damage protection and inhibiting LHP-induced LPO in rat lung mitochondria. Additional studies are warranted to investigate their use as antioxidant therapy for respiration infections, nutrition supplements, and lead compounds in pharmaceuticals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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33. Preparation and Identification of Antioxidative Peptides from Pacific Herring (Clupea pallasii) Protein.
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Wang, Xueqin, Yu, Huahua, Xing, Ronge, Liu, Song, Chen, Xiaolin, Li, Pengcheng, Almajano, María Pilar, and Gordon, Michael H.
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The aim of this study was to isolate and purify antioxidative peptides from Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii) protein. Five enzymes (pepsin, trypsin, papain, flavourzyme, and neutrase) were used for protein hydrolysis, and Pacific herring protein hydrolysates (PHPH) were separated by ultrafiltration. The fraction with the molecular weight below 3500 Da exhibited the highest in vitro antioxidant activities and cellular antioxidant activity. The PHPH was isolated and purified by consecutive chromatographic methods including gel filtration chromatography and reverse high-performance liquid chromatography (RP-HPLC). The purified antioxidant peptides were identified as Leu-His-Asp-Glu-Leu-Thr (MW = 726.35 Da) and Lys-Glu-Glu-Lys-Phe-Glu (MW = 808.40 Da), and the IC
50 values of cellular antioxidant activity were 1.19 ± 0.05 mg/mL and 1.04 ± 0.06 mg/mL. The results demonstrate that is possible to produce natural antioxidative peptides from Pacific herring protein via enzymatic hydrolysis and purification. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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34. Semi‐refined carrageenan film incorporated with α‐tocopherol: Application in food model.
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Abd Hamid, Khadijah Husna, Wan Yahaya, Wan Amnin, Mohd Saupy, Nur 'Alia Zaini, Almajano, María Pilar, and Mohd Azman, Nurul Aini
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CARRAGEENANS ,FOOD packaging ,PACKAGING film ,FILM studies ,FOOD preservatives ,PLASTIC scrap - Abstract
Semi‐refined carrageenan (SRC) film plasticized with glycerol and incorporated with α‐tocopherol was prepared for food packaging application. Functional characterization, thermal stability, and microstructure of SRC‐based films were analyzed. The effects of antioxidant α‐tocopherol from SRC‐based film were studied based on thiobarbituric acid‐reactive substance assay, metmyoglobin assay, and pH value in food model (meat patties) for 12 days of storage. The development of lipid oxidation was delayed in the meat patties wrapped with antioxidant films during the storage with the final value of 0.68–0.37 mg malondialdehyde/kg sample. A less than 50% brown color development (metmyoglobin) of the meat patties wrapped with antioxidant film was observed in the first nine days of storage. Hence, the incorporation of α‐tocopherol into the SRC‐based film could be an alternative way to prolong the shelf life of food product, reducing the use of synthetic preservative directly into food product. Practical applications: Recent strategy on the development of biodegradable film for food packaging is important as an alternative to the petrochemical‐derived plastic that is harmful to the environment. SRC is one of the potential biopolymers that has the ability to form a strong gel and provides efficient barrier against gas, lipids, and oils, and addition of plasticizer glycerol into SRC enhanced mechanical and barrier properties of the films. The present study showed the potential of α‐tocopherol within the SRC film plasticized with glycerol as active packaging on the film characteristics and increased the shelf life of meat patties. Hence, the active packaging film developed is not only contributes to reduce plastic waste discharged to environment but can be a potential substitute of synthetic preservative in food. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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35. Effects of Pecan Nut (Carya illinoiensis) and Roselle Flower (Hibiscus sabdariffa) as Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Agents for Sardines (Sardina pilchardus).
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Villasante, Juliana, Girbal, Marina, Metón, Isidoro, and Almajano, María Pilar
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PECAN ,ROSELLE ,ANTIOXIDANTS ,ANTI-infective agents ,SARDINES ,BIOGENIC amines ,OXIDATION - Abstract
The effects of pecan nut (Carya illinoinensis) and roselle flower (Hibiscus sabdariffa) as antioxidant and antimicrobial agents on shelf life extension of sardines (Sardina pilchardus) were evaluated over a period of 5 days at 7 ± 1 °C. Treatments consisted of the addition of 5% and 10% w/w pecan nut, 5% w/w roselle flower and a combination of 5% of each. Physicochemical (lipid oxidation, fatty acids, hexanal and biogenic amines), sensory and microbiological characteristics of fish samples were periodically analyzed. All treatments effectively improved physicochemical quality parameters, with 10% w/w pecan nut having the highest effectiveness. The presence of roselle flower reduced microbial growth. Our findings suggest that addition of a natural preservative combining pecan nut and roselle flower may extend the shelf life of fresh sardines during chilled storage while maintaining quality indexes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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36. Use of Red Wine Polyphenols as a Natural Preservative in Health-Promoting Omega-3 Fatty Acids-Enriched Lamb Patties.
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Muíño, Iria, de la Fuente, Jesús, Pérez, Concepción, Apeleo, Elizabeth, Pérez-Santaescolástica, Cristina, Cañeque, Vicente, Lauzurica, Sara, Bermejo-Poza, Rubén, Díaz, María Teresa, Almajano, María Pilar, and Gordon, Michael H.
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POLYPHENOLS ,RED wines ,FOOD preservatives ,LAMB (Meat) ,MEAT preservation ,OMEGA-3 fatty acids ,SHELF-life dating of food - Abstract
Meat consumption has been related to a higher risk of heart disease due to its saturated fat content. As a consequence, there has been a growth in research on how to increase unsaturated fat content in meat. However, a high content of unsaturated fat favours the development of oxidative processes. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a red wine extract (RWE) rich in polyphenols (50, 100, and 200 mg gallic acid equivalents/kg meat) as a natural antioxidant in lamb meat patties enriched with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFA) (100 mg n-3 PUFA/100 g meat), compared to using -tocopherol (TOC) (100 mg/kg meat). Adding RWE delayed metmyoglobin formation, lipid oxidation and loss of n-3 PUFA relative to controls, while TOC had no effect on preventing meat oxidation. Lamb odour was lower (p < 0.01) and odd odour higher (p < 0.001) in patties at the highest dose of RWE, compared to controls, but the overall liking score was not affected. The results suggest that RWE could be used as a natural antioxidant in the meat industry, even when n-3 PUFA content is high. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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37. A Comprehensive Study on the Biological Activity of Elderberry Extract and Cyanidin 3-O-Glucoside and Their Interactions with Membranes and Human Serum Albumin.
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Strugała, Paulina, Loi, Sabrina, Bażanów, Barbara, Kuropka, Piotr, Kucharska, Alicja Z., Włoch, Aleksandra, Gabrielska, Janina, Almajano, María Pilar, and Gordon, Michael H.
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ELDERS (Plants) ,EXTRACTS -- Therapeutic use ,ANTHOCYANINS ,CYANIDIN ,GLUCOSIDES ,ANTIOXIDANTS ,VAN der Waals forces ,HYDROGEN bonding - Abstract
In our research we used the extract from dietary supplement of elderberry (EE) and its dominant anthocyanin—cyanidin 3-O-glucoside (Cy 3-gluc). By interacting with a model membrane that reflects the main lipid composition of tumor membranes, the extract components, including Cy 3-gluc, caused an increase in packing order, mainly in the hydrophilic region of the membrane. It can thus be stated that EE caused a rigidifying effect, which is fundamental for understanding its anticancer and antioxidant activity. This study represents the first attempt to unravel the mechanism of interaction of elderberry extract with membranes. The results of the interaction with human serum albumin (HSA) proved that the studied substance quenches the fluorescence of HSA through a static mechanism in which the main interaction forces are Van der Waals and hydrogen bonding. The antioxidant activity of EE and Cy 3-gluc on liposomal membranes, antiradical properties and ability to inhibited the activity of the enzymes cyclooxygenase-1 and cyclooxygenase-2 were also demonstrated. Moreover, the anticancer activity of EE and Cy 3-gluc on human breast adenocarcinoma cell line were investigated. In addition, EE also exhibited the ability to form lipid aggregates in the form of liposomal capsules that can be applied as carriers of active biological substances, and the highest efficacy of EE encapsulation was obtained for multilayered liposome formulations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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38. Avocado Seed: A Comparative Study of Antioxidant Content and Capacity in Protecting Oil Models from Oxidation.
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Segovia, Francisco J., Hidalgo, Gádor Indra, Villasante, Juliana, Ramis, Xavier, and Almajano, María Pilar
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ORGANIC wastes ,EXTRACTS ,OXIDATION ,AVOCADO ,ANTIOXIDANTS ,FOOD industry - Abstract
Increasingly, consumers want products containing little or no synthetic compounds. Avocado seeds, which are a residue of the food industry, could be used to obtain extracts with high antioxidant power. In the present study, the most popular radical scavenging methods are presented, establishing a comparison between them, besides working with two different extractions: pure methanol and ethanol–water (50:50 v/v). The radical scavenging assay methods ORAC and ABTS were performed, as well as a novel method: the reaction to methoxy radical, as determined by electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR). Peroxide value and thiobarbituric acid reactive compounds (TBARs) were used to monitor the oxidation of avocado seed oil, as well as the power of the avocado seed extract (ASE) to delay oil oxidation by oxidation induction time (OIT) and measured by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Radical scavenging methods have values between 1310–263 µmol TE/g of mass dissolved for ORAC and ABTS, respectively. The individual contribution of each of the compounds present in the extract was analyzed. The sum of all of them contributed up to 84% of the total radical scavenging activity. The concentration of 0.75% ASE causes a delay in the oxidation that is close to 80%, as measured by OIT. This implies that avocado seed residue may have a use as a natural antioxidant source, providing added value to organic waste. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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39. Antioxidant Activity as Biomarker of Honey Variety.
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Almajano, María Pilar, McPhee, Derek J., Dżugan, Małgorzata, Tomczyk, Monika, Sowa, Patrycja, and Grabek-Lejko, Dorota
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MULTIVARIATE analysis , *THERAPEUTIC use of honey , *PHENOLS , *ANTIOXIDANTS , *CLUSTER analysis (Statistics) - Abstract
Honey variety is commonly defined by beekeepers based on nectar flow availability and the only laboratory method to provide verification is the melissopalynological analysis. Therefore, a quick and simple method for accurate assessment of honey variety is still being researched. The aim of the study was to evaluate the antioxidant activity of honey as an indicator of variety through the use of multivariate statistical analysis. Materials for the study consisted of 90 samples of varietal Polish honeys (rape-12, tilia-10, goldenrod-11, dandelion-5, buckwheat-6, multifloral-17, nectar-honeydew-8 and coniferous honeydew-16 and leafy honeydew-5) obtained directly from apiaries. Honeys were investigated in aspect of antioxidant capacity by photochemiluminescence (PCL) methods using standard ACW and ACL kits. As the reference FRAP and DPPH methods were used. The total phenolics content (TPC) was determined through the Folin-Ciocalteu method. The strongest antioxidant activity was found for buckwheat, while the weakest was found for rape honeys regardless of the used method. Results of the used methods were positively correlated (r = 0.42 to 0.94). Analysis conducted by PCL method confirmed that the minor fraction of honey antioxidants exhibits hydrophobic properties. Clear separation of honey varieties using PCA and Clustering method indicate that antioxidant activity can be a useful parameter for determining the botanical origin of honey. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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40. Continuous or Batch Solid-Liquid Extraction of Antioxidant Compounds from Seeds of Sterculia apetala Plant and Kinetic Release Study.
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McPhee, Derek J., Mosca, Federica, Hidalgo, Gádor Indra, Villasante, Juliana, and Almajano, María Pilar
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This work has been intended to investigate the antioxidant properties of compounds extracted from seeds of Sterculia apetala (a plant from Central America) in order to add further results to the relatively poor existing literature on the beneficial properties of this plant. Different extraction methodologies were used such as batch or continuous extraction conditions using water or ethanol 50% as solvents. The kinetic study has allowed estimation of the effective diffusion coefficients in a continuous solid-liquid extraction, highlighting the strict dependence of the diffusion rate and temperature and kind of solvent, showing the highest diffusion rate with ethanol 50% at 60 °C. The comparison between different techniques and two solvents led to the selection of water as the best extraction solvent while batch mechanically-agitated extraction was the most efficient mode, with the benefits of use of an environmental-friendly solvent and reduction in process time to achieve a high amount of extracted phenolic compounds. The analysis techniques used were ABTS and Folin-Ciocalteau methods to investigate the antioxidant activity and quantify the Total Phenolic Content (TPC) respectively. Also, different fatty acids were extracted from Sterculia apetala seeds and analysed by Gas Chromatography in order to quantify other interesting chemical species besides antioxidants. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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41. Green Extraction of Natural Antioxidants from the Sterculia nobilis Fruit Waste and Analysis of Phenolic Profile.
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Zhang, Jiao-Jiao, Li, Ya, Lin, Sheng-Jun, Li, Hua-Bin, Almajano, María Pilar, and Gordon, Michael H.
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ANTIOXIDANTS ,PHENOLS ,OXIDATIVE stress ,PHYTOCHEMICALS ,ETHANOL - Abstract
The waste of
Sterculia nobilis fruit was massively produced during food processing, which contains lots of natural antioxidants. In this study, antioxidants in theSterculia nobilis fruit waste were extracted using the green microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) technique. The effects of five independent variables (ethanol concentration, solvent/material ratio, extraction time, temperature, and microwave power) on extraction efficiency were explored, and three major factors (ethanol concentration, extraction time, and temperature) showing great influences were chosen to study their interactions by response surface methodology. The optimal conditions were as follows: 40.96% ethanol concentration, 30 mL/g solvent/material ratio, 37.37 min extraction time at 66.76 °C, and 700 W microwave power. The Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity value obtained in optimal conditions was in agreement with the predicted value. Besides, MAE improved the extraction efficiency compared with maceration and Soxhlet extraction methods. Additionally, the phenolic profile in the extract was analyzed by UPLC-MS/MS, and eight kinds of phenolic compounds were identified and quantified, including epicatechin, protocatechuic acid, ferulic acid, gallic acid,p -coumaric acid, caffeic acid, quercetin, andp -hydroxycinnamic acid. This study could contribute to the value-added utilization of the waste fromSterculia nobilis fruit, and the extract could be developed as food additive or functional food. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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42. Synthesis and molecular dynamics studies of the new ditopic para-xylyl containing macrocycle 2,5,8,17,20,23-hexathia[9,9]- p-cyclophane( p-S6). X-ray crystal structure of the dicopper(I) complex [Cu 2( p-S6)CH 3CN) 2](BF 4) 2
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Escriche, Lluis, Almajano, Maria-Pilar, Casabó, Jaume, Teixidor, Francesc, C. Lockhart, Joyce, Forsyth, George A., Kivekäs, Raikko, and Sundberg, Markku
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43. The conservative effects of lipopeptides from Bacillus methylotrophicus DCS1 on sunflower oil-in-water emulsion and raw beef patties quality.
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Jemil, Nawel, Ouerfelli, Manel, Almajano, María Pilar, Elloumi-Mseddi, Jihene, Nasri, Moncef, and Hmidet, Noomen
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BEEF quality , *EMULSIONS , *SUNFLOWERS , *FOOD emulsions , *BEEF , *FOOD conservation , *BACILLUS (Bacteria) , *BEEF products - Abstract
• Lipopeptides DCS1 inhibit hydroperoxides formation in sunflower oil-in-water emulsion. • Lipopeptides DCS1 preserve the nutritional properties of the emulsion. • The conservative effect of lipopeptides on raw beef is similar with that of synthetic antioxidant. • Lipopeptides DCS1 are considered as nontoxic up to a concentration of 250 µg/ml. Lipid oxidation was considered as a problem in food conservation. The present study aims to investigate the effect of lipopeptides DCS1 on the conservation of food models against lipid oxidation by determining the primary and the secondary oxidation products. Lipopeptides DCS1 are able to preserve the nutritional properties of the emulsion during 23 days of storage, at a concentration of 0.0125% (w/w of emulsion), by slowing down the formation of hydroperoxides and malondialdehyde (MDA) compounds. The direct incorporation of lipopeptides in ground beef patties at a concentration of 0.5% (w/w of meat) was found to be more effective than gelatin film enriched with lipopeptides (2.5%, w/w of gelatin) as a coating, in inhibiting lipid oxidation. Furthermore, lipopeptides DCS1 are not toxic to human kidney cells HEK293 up to a concentration of 250 µg/ml. The results indicate that lipopeptides DCS1 are effective for the preservation of fatty foods against lipid oxidation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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44. Effects of the combination of ω-3 PUFAs and proanthocyanidins on the gut microbiota of healthy rats.
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Ramos-Romero, Sara, Hereu, Mercè, Molinar-Toribio, Eunice, Almajano, María Pilar, Méndez, Lucía, Medina, Isabel, Taltavull, Núria, Romeu, Marta, Nogués, Maria Rosa, and Torres, Josep Lluís
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UNSATURATED fatty acids , *PROANTHOCYANIDINS , *CARDIOVASCULAR diseases , *GUT microbiome , *LABORATORY rats - Abstract
ω-3 Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) reduce risk factors for cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and other pathologies that involve low-grade inflammation. They have recently been shown to exert complementary functional effects with proanthocyanidins. As the reduction of health-promoting gut bacteria such as lactobacilli and bifidobacteria has been linked to a number of alterations in the host, the aim of this study was to determine whether PUFAs and proanthocyanidins also cooperate in maintaining well-balanced microbiota. To this end, rats were supplemented for 6 months with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)/docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) 1:1 (16.6 g/kg feed); proanthocyanidin-rich grape seed extract (GSE, 0.8 g/kg feed); or both. Plasma adiponectin, cholesterol, and urine nitrites were measured. Gut bacterial subgroups were evaluated in fecal DNA by qRT-PCR. Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) were determined in feces by gas chromatography. Body and adipose tissue weights were found to be higher in the animals given ω-3 PUFAs, while their energy intake was lower. Plasma cholesterol was lower in ω-3 PUFA supplemented groups, while adiponectin and urine nitrites were higher. ω-3 PUFAs reduced the population of Lactobacillales and L. acidophilus after 6 months of supplementation. GSE significantly reduced L. plantarum and B. longum . The combination of ω-3 PUFAs and GSE maintained the health-promoting bacteria at levels similar to those of the control group. Acetic acid was increased by the ω-3 PUFA individual supplementation, while the combination with GSE kept this value similar to the control value. In conclusion, while individual supplementations with ω-3 PUFAs or GSE modify the populations of Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and microbial products (SCFAs), their combination maintains the standard proportions of these bacterial subgroups and their function while also providing the cardiovascular benefits of ω-3 PUFAs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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45. Improvements in the aqueous extraction of polyphenols from borage (Borago officinalis L.) leaves by pulsed electric fields: Pulsed electric fields (PEF) applications.
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Segovia, Francisco J., Luengo, Elisa, Corral-Pérez, Juan J., Raso, Javier, and Almajano, María Pilar
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AQUEOUS solutions , *EXTRACTION (Chemistry) , *POLYPHENOLS , *BORAGE , *ELECTRIC fields - Abstract
The aim of this work is to evaluate the effect of pulsed electric fields (PEF) (0–5 kV/cm) on the improvement of the aqueous extraction of polyphenols and antioxidant compounds from borage leaves. The extracts were assessed by using total polyphenols content (TPC) and antioxidant capacity through the assays of Folin–Ciocalteu and Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity (ORAC), respectively. Extractions along the time were conducted at different temperatures (10, 25 and 30 °C). The PEF treatments incremented the TPC and ORAC values of the extracts between 1.3 and 6.6 times for TPC and between 2.0 and 13.7 times for ORAC, compared with the control. The TPC values were plotted and fitted to the kinetic model with an adjustment of 0.96 < R 2 < 0.99. Significant differences between the treated and control samples were found as well in this study. This procedure enhances the antioxidant capacity of the extracts and reduces extraction times. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2015
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46. Evaluation of non-extruded and extruded pecan (Carya illinoinensis) shell powder as functional ingredient in bread and wheat tortilla.
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Villasante, Juliana, Espinosa-Ramírez, Johanan, Pérez-Carrillo, Esther, Heredia-Olea, Erick, Metón, Isidoro, and Almajano, María Pilar
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BREAD , *PECAN , *TORTILLAS , *BAKED products , *POWDERS , *LIVER cells , *FLOUR , *DIETARY fiber - Abstract
Pecan shell is a source of dietary fiber and phytochemicals, both necessary in the human diet. Therefore, pecan shell powder could be used as a supplement in the preparation of food products. The present study evaluated the effect of addition of 5, 10 and 15% (w/w) pecan shell powder, non-extruded (PSN) or extruded (PSE), in the physical properties of bread and wheat tortillas. Breads and tortillas produced with the higher substitution level that did not detriment significantly their physical properties (5% in breads and 10% in tortillas) were characterized in terms of chemical composition, total phenolic content (TPC), radical scavenging activity (RSA) and in vitro viability of human-derived liver cancer cells. Breads and tortillas produced with PSE (5% and 10%, respectively) presented the highest total dietary fiber content, TPC and RSA. In addition, extracts obtained from these same treatments, reduced the viability of hepatic cancer cells up to 53%. Sensory analysis of breads and tortillas supplemented with PSN or PSE showed adequate overall acceptability by consumers. Results obtained in the present study support that the pecan shell powder can be used as functional ingredient in bakery products especially when pretreated by extrusion. • Extruded pecan shell powder increased total dietary fiber in bread and tortillas. • Extruded pecan shell increased in vitro antioxidant activity in bread and tortillas. • Breads and tortillas containing extruded pecan shell powder had good acceptability. • Extracts enriched with extruded shell powder showed viability reduction of cancer cells. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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47. Effects of Pecan Nut ( Carya illinoiensis ) and Roselle Flower ( Hibiscus sabdariffa ) as Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Agents for Sardines ( Sardina pilchardus ).
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Villasante J, Girbal M, Metón I, and Almajano MP
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- Aldehydes, Animals, Biogenic Amines analysis, Biphenyl Compounds pharmacology, Fatty Acids metabolism, Female, Free Radical Scavengers pharmacology, Humans, Male, Phenols analysis, Picrates pharmacology, Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances metabolism, Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Antioxidants pharmacology, Carya chemistry, Fishes physiology, Flowers chemistry, Hibiscus chemistry, Nuts chemistry
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The effects of pecan nut ( Carya illinoinensis ) and roselle flower ( Hibiscus sabdariffa ) as antioxidant and antimicrobial agents on shelf life extension of sardines ( Sardina pilchardus ) were evaluated over a period of 5 days at 7 ± 1 °C. Treatments consisted of the addition of 5% and 10% w / w pecan nut, 5% w / w roselle flower and a combination of 5% of each. Physicochemical (lipid oxidation, fatty acids, hexanal and biogenic amines), sensory and microbiological characteristics of fish samples were periodically analyzed. All treatments effectively improved physicochemical quality parameters, with 10% w / w pecan nut having the highest effectiveness. The presence of roselle flower reduced microbial growth. Our findings suggest that addition of a natural preservative combining pecan nut and roselle flower may extend the shelf life of fresh sardines during chilled storage while maintaining quality indexes.
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48. Continuous or Batch Solid-Liquid Extraction of Antioxidant Compounds from Seeds of Sterculia apetala Plant and Kinetic Release Study.
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Mosca F, Hidalgo GI, Villasante J, and Almajano MP
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- Ethanol chemistry, Water chemistry, Antioxidants chemistry, Antioxidants isolation & purification, Antioxidants pharmacokinetics, Seeds chemistry, Sterculia chemistry
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This work has been intended to investigate the antioxidant properties of compounds extracted from seeds of Sterculia apetala (a plant from Central America) in order to add further results to the relatively poor existing literature on the beneficial properties of this plant. Different extraction methodologies were used such as batch or continuous extraction conditions using water or ethanol 50% as solvents. The kinetic study has allowed estimation of the effective diffusion coefficients in a continuous solid-liquid extraction, highlighting the strict dependence of the diffusion rate and temperature and kind of solvent, showing the highest diffusion rate with ethanol 50% at 60 °C. The comparison between different techniques and two solvents led to the selection of water as the best extraction solvent while batch mechanically-agitated extraction was the most efficient mode, with the benefits of use of an environmental-friendly solvent and reduction in process time to achieve a high amount of extracted phenolic compounds. The analysis techniques used were ABTS and Folin-Ciocalteau methods to investigate the antioxidant activity and quantify the Total Phenolic Content (TPC) respectively. Also, different fatty acids were extracted from Sterculia apetala seeds and analysed by Gas Chromatography in order to quantify other interesting chemical species besides antioxidants.
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- 2018
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49. Effect of Leaves of Caesalpinia decapetala on Oxidative Stability of Oil-in-Water Emulsions.
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Gallego MG, Skowyra M, Gordon MH, Azman NA, and Almajano MP
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Caesalpinia decapetala (Roth) Alston (Fabaceae) (CD) is used in folk medicine to prevent colds and treat bronchitis. This plant has antitumor and antioxidant activity. The antioxidant effects of an extract from Caesalpinia decapetala (Fabaceae) were assessed by storage of model food oil-in-water emulsions with analysis of primary and secondary oxidation products. The antioxidant capacity of the plant extract was evaluated by the diphenylpicrylhydrazyl (DPPH), Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC), oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) and ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assays and by electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy. Lyophilized extracts of CD were added at concentrations of 0.002%, 0.02% and 0.2% into oil-in-water emulsions, which were stored for 30 days at 33 ± 1 °C, and then, oxidative stability was evaluated. The CD extract had high antioxidant activity (700 ± 70 µmol Trolox/g dry plant for the ORAC assay), mainly due to its phenolic components: gallic acid, quercetin, catechin, 4-hydroxybenzoic acid and p -coumaric acid. At a concentration of 0.2%, the extract significantly reduced the oxidative deterioration of oil-in-water emulsions. The results of the present study show the possibility of utilizing CD as a promising source of natural antioxidants for retarding lipid oxidation in the food and cosmetic industries.
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50. Red Fruits: Extraction of Antioxidants, Phenolic Content, and Radical Scavenging Determination: A Review.
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Hidalgo GI and Almajano MP
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Red fruits, as rich antioxidant foods, have gained over recent years capital importance for consumers and manufacturers. The industrial extraction of the phenolic molecules from this source has been taking place with the conventional solvent extraction method. New non-conventional extraction methods have been devised as environmentally friendly alternatives to the former method, such as ultrasound, microwave, and pressure assisted extractions. The aim of this review is to compile the results of recent studies using different extraction methodologies, identify the red fruits with higher antioxidant activity, and give a global overview of the research trends regarding this topic. As the amount of data available is overwhelming, only results referring to berries are included, leaving aside other plant parts such as roots, stems, or even buds and flowers. Several researchers have drawn attention to the efficacy of non-conventional extraction methods, accomplishing similar or even better results using these new techniques. Some pilot-scale trials have been performed, corroborating the applicability of green alternative methods to the industrial scale. Blueberries ( Vaccinium corymbosum L.) and bilberries ( Vaccinium myrtillus L.) emerge as the berries with the highest antioxidant content and capacity. However, several new up and coming berries are gaining attention due to global availability and elevated anthocyanin content.
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