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Agroindustrial wastes are a type of biomass generated mainly by organic materials processing, which come from animal handling, plant cultivation and fruit and vegetable processing. The aim of this paper is to propose possible alternatives to use 19 wastes generated in the Colombian agroindustry by fruit processing. These alternatives of use are formulated based on the waste physicochemical characterization, which was carried out through proximate analysis, ultimate analysis, analysis of structural carbohydrates and extractives compounds, total phenolic compounds content and antioxidant capacity. It was found that most of the wastes can be used as raw material in thermochemical processes. It was also found that the coffee grounds have the greatest alternatives of use, which goes from co-combustion with mineral coal to obtaining secondary metabolites. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Several chronic transmissible (e.g. AIDS) and non transmissible diseases like cadiovascular disease, are associated with oxidative stress (EOX) and dyslipidemia. Has been reported that Spirulina can reduce them, this has been demonstrated in vitro and in animal models but scarcely in humans. Through a systematic review on last 5 years (keywords: Spirulina AND cholesterol, Spirulina AND oxidative stress) 8 intervention studies with humans were reported, finding that oral (1-10 g/d) subchronic (0.5-6 month) administration of Spirulina appears to have and hypolipidemic and antioxidant effect. However, no study was properly randomized and/or controlled and no biological mechanism was proposed to support these findings. The level of evidence and the absence of appropriate experimental designs do not allow validating Spirulina as a functional food for preventing dyslipidemic diseases and EOX, and hereby decrease the CVD. We do not found papers relating harmful effect. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Cape gooseberry fortified pulp with calcium, vitamin C and oligofructose is a functional food that provides great health benefits. For that, in the cape gooseberry pulp were added biologically active components such as minerals, vitamins, fatty acids, fiber and antioxidants. In this paper it studies the stability of the enriched pulp in various formulations, taking into account the criteria for incorporation of calcium and vitamin C (20% of the recommended daily value VDR) and for oligofructose (dietary fiber) in a 1:1 ratio with calcium. The results showed that the cape gooseberry pulp fortified with CMC, oligofructose, calcium and vitamin C, presented an average stability of 87,7±10,0; a viscosity of 22,8±7,9;a aw of 0,9863±0;pH 3,3±0,1;acid 1,6±0,1, grades brix was 13,3±0,7, a density of 1,32±0,0 g/mL and the best sensory responses regarding color, aroma, and flavor flow. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Spices are aromatic plants that have been widely used in Mexico to preserve or seasoning different foods, but have also been used as herbal remedies to cure some diseases. These culinary and medicinal properties of spices have been attributed to several food components, including phytochemicals. Among them, polyphenolic compounds have been extensively studied for their effect against several chronic and degenerative diseases, probably due to their antioxidant activity. The study of the antioxidant capacity of Mexican spices may lead to new research on the potential benefits of these spices on human health. This paper analyzes the main studies on the potential beneficial effects of traditional Mexican spices on human health. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Plants respond to pathogen infection and mechanical or herbivore-induced wounding by localized production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), a phenomenon often referred to as the "oxidative burst". Although some potential sources of ROS in plant cells have been identified, it is still unclear which mechanisms predominate during plantpathogen interactions. ROS have a role in initiating the hypersensitive response, a form of programmed cell death induced by incompatible (avirulent) pathogens, and direct effects on the pathogen, increased oxidative cross-linking of cell wall polymers and induction of pathogen response gene expression. In this paper we focus on the chemistry and the role of these compounds during a plant-pathogen interaction. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In this paper, the causes and consequences of nutritional deficiencies in inflammatory bowel disease are reviewed. Particular emphasis is made on their pathophysiological implications. In addition, the basis for nutritional intervention in these patients are described (both in terms of dietary counseling and the use of specialized nutritional support). Particular mention is made on the current evidences in favour of a primary therapeutic role of artificial nutrition and some specific nutrients in Crohn's disease. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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