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Hydrolysed tannins (HTs) are polyphenols, which are related to the astringency, flavour, colour, stability, medicinal value and other characteristics of many fruits and vegetables. The biosynthetic mechanism of the majority of HTs remains unknown, and many biosynthetic pathways of HTs are speculative conclusions that have not been confirmed. The fruit of Canarium album L. (Chinese olive), which is notable for its pharmacological and edible properties, is rich in HTs. The fruit has a distinctive bitter and astringent taste when initially consumed, which mellows to a sweet sensation upon chewing. HTs serve as the primary material basis for the formation of the Chinese olive fruit's astringent quality and pharmacological effects. In this study, the fruit of C. album Changying was utilised as the research material. The objective of this study was to provide a theoretical basis for the quality control of Chinese olive fruit and the application and development of its medicinal value. In addition, the study aimed to identify and screen related MYB transcription factors involved in the synthesis of HTs in the fruit and to clarify the mechanism of MYBs in the process of synthesis and regulation of HTs in Chinese olive fruit. The principal findings were as follows. A total of 83 differentially expressed Chinese olive MYB transcription factors (CaMYBs) were identified, including 54 1R-MYBs (MYB-related), 25 2R-MYBs (R2R3-MYBs), 3 3R-MYBs, and 1 4R-MYB. Through trend analysis and correlation analysis, it was found that CaMYBR04 (Isoform0032534) exhibited a significantly higher expression (FPKM) than the other CaMYBs. The full-length cDNA sequence of CaMYBR04 was cloned and transformed into strawberry. The results demonstrated that CaMYBR04 significantly enhanced the fruit's hydrolysable tannin content. Consequently, this study elucidated the function of CaMYBR04, a regulator of the Chinese olive fruit hydrolysable tannin synthesis pathway, and established a theoretical foundation for the synthesis and regulation of fruit HTs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper explores the emerging subject of extracting tannins from various plant sources using deep eutectic solvents (DESs). Tannins are widely used in the food and feed industries as they have outstanding antioxidant qualities and greatly enhance the flavor and nutritional content of a wide range of food products. Organic solvents are frequently used in traditional extraction techniques, which raises questions about their safety for human health and the environment. DESs present a prospective substitute because of their low toxicity, adaptability, and environmental friendliness. The fundamental ideas supporting the application of DESs in the extraction of tannins from a range of plant-based materials frequently used in daily life are all well covered in this paper. Furthermore, this paper covers the impact of extraction parameters on the yield of extracted tannins, as well as possible obstacles and directions for future research in this emerging subject. This includes challenges such as high viscosity, intricated recovery of compounds, thermal degradation, and the occurrence of esterification. An extensive summary of the diversity, structure, biosynthesis, distribution, and roles of tannins in plants is given in this paper. Additionally, this paper thoroughly examines various bioactivities of tannins and their metabolites. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Hydrolysable tannins are polyphenolic molecules contained in plant foodstuffs, potentially toxic for animals. Since tannins have been found in some bee products such as bee pollen, propolis, and honey, this work aimed to test the effects of tannins dietary assumption on bees' health. Results showed that supplementation of honey bees diets with 0.05% (w/w), as naturally amount reported in the honey, and 0.5% (w/w) of tannins significantly reduced bees' survival in a dose-dependent manner. In honey bees fed with a 0.5% tannins-enrichment diet a significantly decreased phenoloxidase activity than those fed with a 0.05% tannins-enrichment diet and with only syrup was recorded. Conversely, glucose oxidase activity significantly increased in honey bees fed with 0.5% tannins-enrichment diet than those with a 0.05% tannins-enrichment diet and only syrup. No differences were detected in glutathione S-transferase activity between honey bees fed with tannins-enrichment diets and syrup. Therefore, a naturally amount of hydrolysable tannins in foods can weakly affect bee wellness, whereas high levels of tannins can have a negative impact on honey bees' immunity and metabolism leading to a reduction of lifespan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Oenological tannins are extracted from plants and agro-industrial byproducts for application in the wine industry; they are used for their ability to improve the protein stability of wine and also to protect it against negative physicochemical changes and unpleasant sensory attributes. The potential applications of tannin extract are determined by the phytochemical composition and the production cost, which mainly depends on the complexity of the raw material used and the manufacturing process of the tannin extract. In general, tannins are extracted from the lignocellulosic barrier, which limits their release during the diffusion process. Many treatments are used to reduce the recalcitrance of lignocellulosic material and to intensify the tannins extraction yield. This review gives a general description of different classes and properties of oenological tannins, and it elucidates in detail conventional methods for the industrial production of tannins, as well as the emerging extraction techniques and characterization methods developed from previous studies. Indeed, clear interest has been noticed in the extraction of tannin using emerging techniques, and this is linked to their many advantages such as the use of non-toxic solvents, and short extraction time. However, their implementation at the industrial level for oenological tannin content remains a challenge, particularly in terms of installation and equipment costs. Additionally, conventional methods are non-complex processes with higher yields/outcomes than these techniques. Several characterization techniques have revealed the molecular diversity of oenological tannins that influence their proprieties. The botanical origin of the tannins can be identified by spectroscopy, GC-FID/MS, and RP-HPLC. Electrochemical methods (CV and LSV) can be a rapid alternative for classifying tannins. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Polyphenols play a crucial role in fruit flavor. To elucidate the mechanism of fruit polyphenol metabolism, we constructed a transcriptome atlas through PacBio single-molecule real-time (SMRT) sequencing and Illumina next-generation sequencing (NGS) using Canarium album (Lour.) Raeusch., which is a fantastic fruit rich in polyphenolic compounds. In this work, PacBio full-length transcriptome assembly generated 135,439 isoforms with an average length of all isoforms of 2687.94 bp and an N50 length of 3224 bp. To gain deeper insights into the molecular mechanisms of polyphenol biosynthesis in C. album, we constructed twelve RNA-Seq libraries from four developmental stages of the fruits. We identified a total of 28,658 differentially expressed genes (DEGs). We found that many DEGs were involved in metabolic pathways, biosynthesis of secondary metabolites, biosynthesis of antibiotics, starch and sucrose metabolism, and plant hormone signal transduction. Here, we report the expression profiles of 215 DEGs encoding 27 enzymes involved in the polyphenol biosynthesis pathway in C. album. In addition, 285 differentially expressed transcription factors (TFs) continuously down-regulated in four developmental periods of C. album fruit, which may indicate their potential role in the response to polyphenol metabolism and phenylpropanoid biosynthesis pathways. This report will help us understand polyphenol biosynthesis's functions and metabolic mechanism in C. album. The transcriptome data provide a valuable resource for genetic and genomics research. They will facilitate future work exploiting C. album and other fruits used as medicine and food. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In our search for bioactive components, various chromatographic separations of the organic fractions from Filipendula glaberrima leaves led to the isolation of a new ellagitannin and a triterpenoid, along with 26 known compounds. The structures of the isolates were determined based on their spectroscopic properties and chemical evidence, which were then evaluated for their antioxidant activities, inhibitory activities on 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase, and foam cell formation in THP-1 cells to prevent atherosclerosis. Rugosin B methyl ester (1) showed the best HMG-CoA reductase inhibition and significantly reduced ox-low-density lipoprotein-induced THP-1 macrophage-derived foam cell formation at 25 µM. In addition, no cytotoxicity was observed in THP-1 cells at 50 μg/mL of all extracts in the macrophage foam cell formation assay. Therefore, F. glaberrima extract containing 1 is promising in the development of dietary supplements due to its potential behavior as a novel source of nutrients for preventing and treating atherosclerosis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Hydrolysable tannins (HT) show potential as silage additive for autumn herbage silages, high in (rumen degradable) protein, as they may reduce proteolysis. Additionally, they have abilities to form pH‐reversible tannin–protein complexes, non‐degradable in the rumen but degradable in the abomasum and intestines of ruminants. Therefore they can improve milk N efficiency and shift N excretions from urine to faeces, possibly mitigating the environmental impact of ruminants. In this study, two small bunker silos were filled with autumn grass. One was treated with 20 g/kg DM HT extract (TAN) (TannoSan‐L), the other with 8 mg/kg DM inoculant containing lactic acid bacteria (INO) (Bonsilage Fit G). Secondly, micro‐silos (2.75 L) were filled with four treatments; (1) grass without additive (CON) (n = 5); (2) TAN (n = 5); (3) INO (n = 5); and (4) TAN + INO (n = 5). The bunker silos were used in a cross‐over feeding experiment with periods of 4 weeks involving 22 lactating Holstein cows (average ± SD: 183 ± 36.3 days in milk, 665 ± 71.0 kg body weight, and 33.8 ± 3.91 kg/day milk yield). The HT dose was insufficient to reduce proteolysis or alter chemical composition and nutritional value in the micro‐ and bunker silages. Including grass silage added with TAN (3.2 g HT/kg DM) in the diet, did not affect feed intake nor fat and protein corrected milk yield in comparison to feeding the grass silage added with INO in a similar diet. The TAN‐fed cows had an increased faecal N excretion and decreased apparent total‐tract N and organic matter digestibility, but no improvement in the cows' N utilization could be confirmed in milk and blood urea levels. Overall, feeding an autumn grass silage treated with 20 g/kg chestnut HT extract did not affect the performance of dairy cows in comparison to feeding an autumn grass silage treated with a lactic acid bacteria inoculant. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

We aimed to study the obtention of valuable phenolic compounds from tissue by-products of agro-industrial processing of apple (GS) and strawberry (RF) using green solvents and Soxhlet extraction methodology. The effects of solvent type [water (W); 80% ethanol, (EtOH)] and extraction ratio (1:10, 1:20, 1:30, and 1:40 p/v) were determined on total phenolic content (TPC), antioxidant capacity (DPPH), and the profile of phenolic compounds of the GS and RF extracts. The solvent type and the extraction ratio significantly affected TPC and DPPH of GS and RF extracts. Extraction with EtOH and 1:40 ratio produced the highest yields, obtaining an RF extract with 15.8 g GAE/Kg (TPC) and 19 mmol TE/Kg (DPPH). The tetra-galloyl glucose isomer and agrimoniin (0.8-0.4 g/Kg) were the main RF phenolic compounds of the eight identified. GS extract, obtained with EtOH and 1:40 ratio, had 11.9 g GAE/Kg (TPC) and 20.5 mmol TE/Kg (DPPH), having quercetin -3-o-glucuronide (0.43 g/Kg) the highest concentration among the eight phenolic compounds identified. The results highlight the potential of green solvents to obtain valuable compounds from low-cost raw materials, like the high-antioxidant capacity phenolic compound extracts obtained herein. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

We aimed to study the obtention of valuable phenolic compounds from tissue by-products of agro-industrial processing of apple (GS) and strawberry (RF) using green solvents and Soxhlet extraction methodology. The effects of solvent type [water (W); 80% ethanol, (EtOH)] and extraction ratio (1:10, 1:20, 1:30, and 1:40 p/v) were determined on total phenolic content (TPC), antioxidant capacity (DPPH), and the profile of phenolic compounds of the GS and RF extracts. The solvent type and the extraction ratio significantly affected TPC and DPPH of GS and RF extracts. Extraction with EtOH and 1:40 ratio produced the highest yields, obtaining an RF extract with 15.8 g GAE/Kg (TPC) and 19 mmol TE/Kg (DPPH). The tetra-galloyl glucose isomer and agrimoniin (0.8-0.4 g/Kg) were the main RF phenolic compounds of the eight identified. GS extract, obtained with EtOH and 1:40 ratio, had 11.9 g GAE/Kg (TPC) and 20.5 mmol TE/Kg (DPPH), having quercetin -3-o-glucuronide (0.43 g/Kg) the highest concentration among the eight phenolic compounds identified. The results highlight the potential of green solvents to obtain valuable compounds from low-cost raw materials, like the high-antioxidant capacity phenolic compound extracts obtained herein. Highlights: • Valuable bioactive compounds can be extracted from strawberry and apple agro-industrial waste. • Extraction parameters affected phenolic compound profile and antioxidant capacity. • Apple and strawberry by-products are low-cost sources of hydrolysable tannins and flavonols. • Green solvents used for biowaste valorisation can help in circular economy transformation.

The escalation of many coronavirus variants accompanied by the lack of an effective cure has motivated the hunt for effective antiviral medicines. In this regard, 18 Saudi Arabian medicinal plants were evaluated for SARS CoV-2 main protease (Mpro) inhibition activity. Among them, Terminalia brownii and Acacia asak alcoholic extracts exhibited significant Mpro inhibition, with inhibition rates of 95.3 % and 95.2 %, respectively, at a concentration of 100 µg/mL. Bioassay-guided phytochemical study for the most active n-butanol fraction of T. brownii led to identification of eleven compounds, including two phenolic acids (1, and 2), seven hydrolysable tannins (3–10), and one flavonoid (11) as well as four flavonoids from A. asak (12–15). The structures of the isolated compounds were established using various spectroscopic techniques and comparison with known compounds. To investigate the chemical interactions between the identified compounds and the target Mpro protein, molecular docking was performed using AutoDock 4.2. The findings identified compounds 4, 5, 10, and 14 as the most potential inhibitors of Mpro with binding energies of −9.3, −8.5, −8.1, and −7.8 kcal mol−1, respectively. In order to assess the stability of the protein–ligand complexes, molecular dynamics simulations were conducted for a duration of 100 ns, and various parameters such as RMSD, RMSF, Rg, and SASA were evaluated. All selected compounds 4, 5, 10, and 14 showed considerable Mpro inhibiting activity in vitro, with compound 4 being the most powerful with an IC50 value of 1.2 µg/mL. MM-GBSA free energy calculations also revealed compound 4 as the most powerful Mpro inhibitor. None of the compounds (4, 5, 10, and 14) display any significant cytotoxic activity against A549 and HUVEC cell lines.

UV‑C treatment is a non-thermal technology that could be used for the microbiological stabilisation of must and wine. However, light - in this case UV‑C light - has an impact on wine. UV‑C is a high-energy light source and can promote photo-induced oxidation reactions. The formation of reactive oxygen species during the UV-C treatment of wine can be prevented via supplementation with antioxidants. These have the ability to neutralise reactive oxygen species or directly interact with the products of photo-induced oxidation reactions. This study investigates the impact of different UV‑C doses on the chemical and sensory characteristics of Chardonnay wine and examines the protective effect of two antioxidants: sulphur dioxide (SO2) and hydrolysable tannins. A sensory evaluation revealed that UV‑C doses higher than 1 kJ/l increased the colour intensity and the oxidised and burnt odour attributes of the wine. The peach odour attribute decreased with UV‑C treatment. On a chemical level, increasing UV‑C doses promoted the formation of compounds such as acetaldehyde and 2‑aminoacetophenone (2‑AAP), while causing the degradation of C13‑norisoprenoids, higher alcohols, monoterpenes and esters. Contrary to expectations, SO2 did not act as an antioxidant when wine was treated with UV-C. It intensified the burnt odour attribute and did not mitigate the intensity of the oxidised odour attribute, which can be explained by the formation of acetaldehyde. However, hydrolysable tannins acted as antioxidants when combined with UV‑C treatment, effectively mitigating the formation of 2‑AAP and acetaldehyde, while preventing the wine from becoming oxidised.

The leaves of Eucalyptus are abundant in natural resources as a novel potential antioxidant and have broad market prospect. Four of characteristic hydrolysable tannins from Eucalyptus leaves have been demonstrated great application potential as natural antioxidants in our previous research. In this study, the bioactive activities of another hydrolysable tannin isolated and identified as oenothein B (OEB) were evaluated. Content of bioactive compound (hydrolysable tannin) from different Eucalyptus species and regions in southern China were investigated. The results showed that OEB not only exerted anti-proliferative activity against HepG2 cell, but also showed higher cellular antioxidant activity than some common antioxidants. Generally, content of characteristic hydrolysable tannins decreased in the order of OEB > tellimagrandin Ⅰ (T1) > pedunculagin > gemin D > pentagalloyl glucose (PGG). E. grandis × E. urophylla GL9 and E. urophylla × E. grandis could be recommended as new natural sources to exploit hydrolysable tannins because of high content, widely plantation and strong adaptability. This study supplied first insight on introduction of high cellular antioxidant activity of OEB and selecting the species and region to exploit natural antioxidants. It will promote the increasing of economic value of Eucalyptus.

Hydrolysed tannins (HTs) are polyphenols, which are related to the astringency, flavour, colour, stability, medicinal value and other characteristics of many fruits and vegetables. The biosynthetic mechanism of the majority of HTs remains unknown, and many biosynthetic pathways of HTs are speculative conclusions that have not been confirmed. The fruit of Canarium album L. (Chinese olive), which is notable for its pharmacological and edible properties, is rich in HTs. The fruit has a distinctive bitter and astringent taste when initially consumed, which mellows to a sweet sensation upon chewing. HTs serve as the primary material basis for the formation of the Chinese olive fruit’s astringent quality and pharmacological effects. In this study, the fruit of C. album Changying was utilised as the research material. The objective of this study was to provide a theoretical basis for the quality control of Chinese olive fruit and the application and development of its medicinal value. In addition, the study aimed to identify and screen related MYB transcription factors involved in the synthesis of HTs in the fruit and to clarify the mechanism of MYBs in the process of synthesis and regulation of HTs in Chinese olive fruit. The principal findings were as follows. A total of 83 differentially expressed Chinese olive MYB transcription factors (CaMYBs) were identified, including 54 1R-MYBs (MYB-related), 25 2R-MYBs (R2R3-MYBs), 3 3R-MYBs, and 1 4R-MYB. Through trend analysis and correlation analysis, it was found that CaMYBR04 (Isoform0032534) exhibited a significantly higher expression (FPKM) than the other CaMYBs. The full-length cDNA sequence of CaMYBR04 was cloned and transformed into strawberry. The results demonstrated that CaMYBR04 significantly enhanced the fruit’s hydrolysable tannin content. Consequently, this study elucidated the function of CaMYBR04, a regulator of the Chinese olive fruit hydrolysable tannin synthesis pathway, and established a theoretical foundation for the synthesis and regulation of fruit HTs.

Abstract This study aimed to identify and classify the type of plants used for tanning historical leathers using cost-effective Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. The investigation was carried out on five plants (oak bark, sumac, valonia, tara, and gallnut) and four historical leather samples from book bindings dating back to the Qajar period. Tannin extraction from both plants and leathers was performed using acetone–water solvent, and the samples were then subjected to FTIR spectroscopy. Pre-processing of the spectra included baseline correction, smoothing, and normalization. Principal component analysis (PCA) was used to identify the source of tannins based on FTIR results. FTIR was found to provide a good separation of condensed tannins from hydrolysable ones. However, PCA analysis allowed for the separation and identification of the type of plant used for tannin extraction. The examination of historical leather samples revealed that the primary classification based on the type of tannin is possible, but accurate identification faces challenges due to structural changes and degradation over time. Graphical abstract

In this study, we present data on the effects of condensed tannins (CTs) and hydrolysable tannins (HTs), polyphenols extracted from plants, at different concentrations on zebrafish development to identify the range of concentrations with toxic effects. Zebrafish embryos were exposed to CTs and HTs at two different concentration ranges (5.0–20.0 μgL−1 and 5.0–20.0 mgL−1) for 72 h. The toxicity parameters were observed up to 72 h of treatment. The uptake of CTs and HTs by the zebrafish larvae was assessed via HPLC analysis. A qRT-PCR analysis was performed to evaluate the expressions of genes cd63, zhe1, and klf4, involved in the hatching process of zebrafish. CTs and HTs at 5.0, 10.0, and 20.0 μgL−1 were not toxic. On the contrary, at 5.0, 10.0, and 20.0 mgL−1, HTs induced a delay in hatching starting from 48 h of treatment, while CTs showed a delay in hatching mainly at 48 h. The analysis of gene expression showed a downregulation in the group exposed to HTs, confirming the hatching data. We believe that this study is important for defining the optimal doses of CTs and HTs to be employed in different application fields such as the chemical industry, the animal feed industry, and medical science.

This paper explores the emerging subject of extracting tannins from various plant sources using deep eutectic solvents (DESs). Tannins are widely used in the food and feed industries as they have outstanding antioxidant qualities and greatly enhance the flavor and nutritional content of a wide range of food products. Organic solvents are frequently used in traditional extraction techniques, which raises questions about their safety for human health and the environment. DESs present a prospective substitute because of their low toxicity, adaptability, and environmental friendliness. The fundamental ideas supporting the application of DESs in the extraction of tannins from a range of plant-based materials frequently used in daily life are all well covered in this paper. Furthermore, this paper covers the impact of extraction parameters on the yield of extracted tannins, as well as possible obstacles and directions for future research in this emerging subject. This includes challenges such as high viscosity, intricated recovery of compounds, thermal degradation, and the occurrence of esterification. An extensive summary of the diversity, structure, biosynthesis, distribution, and roles of tannins in plants is given in this paper. Additionally, this paper thoroughly examines various bioactivities of tannins and their metabolites.

Fibrosis is a pathological change with abnormal tissue regeneration due to a response to persistent injury, which is extensively related to organ damage and failure, leading to high morbidity and mortality worldwide. Although the pathogenesis of fibrosis has been comprehensively elucidated, there are few effective therapies for treating fibrotic diseases. Natural products are increasingly regarded as an effective strategy for fibrosis with numerous favorable functions. Hydrolysable tannins (HT) are a type of natural products that have the potential to treat the fibrotic disease. In this review, we describe some biological activities and the therapeutic prospects of HT in organ fibrosis. Furthermore, the underlying mechanisms of inhibition of HT on fibrotic organs in relation to inflammation, oxidative stress, epithelial–mesenchymal transition, fibroblast activation and proliferation, and extracellular matrix accumulation are discussed. Understanding the mechanism of HT against fibrotic diseases will provide a new strategy for the prevention and attenuation of fibrosis progression. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Cascalote pods are an important source of phenolic compounds, mainly recovered using solvent extraction methods. To find a sustainable alternative to these methods, this study aimed to evaluate solid-state fermentation (SSF) in order to enhance the extractability of total phenolic compounds (TPC) with antioxidant activity (AA) from cascalote pods. Aspergillus niger GH1 was selected based on the amount of TPC released and AA measured (ABTS, DPPH, FRAP) in a short period of time. Moreover, moisture, temperature, inoculum size, and mineral composition were evaluated. The largest amount of TPC released was 124.17 mg/gdw (g of dry weight) after 12 h of culture, which significantly correlated with the AA (Pearson's R = 0.94). Moisture and KH2PO4 concentration were the main influencing factors of TPC release. Treatment 6 (1 × 107 spores/gdw, 30 °C, 60% moisture, mineral composition (g/L): KH2PO4, 1.52; NaNO3, 7.65; and MgSO4, 1.52) was selected due to the highest values of both TPC and AA. SSF-assisted extraction allowed for an increase of 118% and 93% in TPC and AA values, respectively. Corilagin, lagerstannin, geraniin, and ellagic acid were the main phenolic compounds identified by RP-HPLC-ESI-MS in the cascalote extracts. The results obtained demonstrate the feasibility of SSF-assisted extraction as a biotechnological alternative for the recovery of important bioactive molecules from this underutilized material. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aimed to identify and classify the type of plants used for tanning historical leathers using cost-effective Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. The investigation was carried out on five plants (oak bark, sumac, valonia, tara, and gallnut) and four historical leather samples from book bindings dating back to the Qajar period. Tannin extraction from both plants and leathers was performed using acetone–water solvent, and the samples were then subjected to FTIR spectroscopy. Pre-processing of the spectra included baseline correction, smoothing, and normalization. Principal component analysis (PCA) was used to identify the source of tannins based on FTIR results. FTIR was found to provide a good separation of condensed tannins from hydrolysable ones. However, PCA analysis allowed for the separation and identification of the type of plant used for tannin extraction. The examination of historical leather samples revealed that the primary classification based on the type of tannin is possible, but accurate identification faces challenges due to structural changes and degradation over time. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Polyphenols play a crucial role in fruit flavor. To elucidate the mechanism of fruit polyphenol metabolism, we constructed a transcriptome atlas through PacBio single-molecule real-time (SMRT) sequencing and Illumina next-generation sequencing (NGS) using Canarium album (Lour.) Raeusch., which is a fantastic fruit rich in polyphenolic compounds. In this work, PacBio full-length transcriptome assembly generated 135,439 isoforms with an average length of all isoforms of 2687.94 bp and an N50 length of 3224 bp. To gain deeper insights into the molecular mechanisms of polyphenol biosynthesis in C. album, we constructed twelve RNA-Seq libraries from four developmental stages of the fruits. We identified a total of 28,658 differentially expressed genes (DEGs). We found that many DEGs were involved in metabolic pathways, biosynthesis of secondary metabolites, biosynthesis of antibiotics, starch and sucrose metabolism, and plant hormone signal transduction. Here, we report the expression profiles of 215 DEGs encoding 27 enzymes involved in the polyphenol biosynthesis pathway in C. album. In addition, 285 differentially expressed transcription factors (TFs) continuously down-regulated in four developmental periods of C. album fruit, which may indicate their potential role in the response to polyphenol metabolism and phenylpropanoid biosynthesis pathways. This report will help us understand polyphenol biosynthesis’s functions and metabolic mechanism in C. album. The transcriptome data provide a valuable resource for genetic and genomics research. They will facilitate future work exploiting C. album and other fruits used as medicine and food.

In our search for bioactive components, various chromatographic separations of the organic fractions from Filipendula glaberrima leaves led to the isolation of a new ellagitannin and a triterpenoid, along with 26 known compounds. The structures of the isolates were determined based on their spectroscopic properties and chemical evidence, which were then evaluated for their antioxidant activities, inhibitory activities on 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase, and foam cell formation in THP-1 cells to prevent atherosclerosis. Rugosin B methyl ester (1) showed the best HMG-CoA reductase inhibition and significantly reduced ox-low-density lipoprotein-induced THP-1 macrophage-derived foam cell formation at 25 µM. In addition, no cytotoxicity was observed in THP-1 cells at 50 μg/mL of all extracts in the macrophage foam cell formation assay. Therefore, F. glaberrima extract containing 1 is promising in the development of dietary supplements due to its potential behavior as a novel source of nutrients for preventing and treating atherosclerosis.

BACKGROUND:The outer peels of pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) possess two groups of polyphenols that have health beneficial properties: anthocyanins (ATs, which also affect peel color); and hydrolysable tannins (HTs). Their biosynthesis intersects at 3-dehydroshikimate (3-DHS) in the shikimate pathway by the activity of shikimate dehydrogenase (SDH), which converts 3-DHS to shikimate (providing the precursor for AT biosynthesis) or to gallic acid (the precursor for HTs biosynthesis) using NADPH or NADP+ as a cofactor. The aim of this study is to gain more knowledge about the factors that regulate the levels of HTs and ATs, and the role of SDH. RESULTS:The results have shown that the levels of ATs and HTs are negatively correlated in the outer fruit peels of 33 pomegranate accessions, in the outer peels of two fruits exposed to sunlight, and in those covered by paper bags. When calli obtained from the outer fruit peel were subjected to light/dark treatment and osmotic stresses (imposed by different sucrose concentrations), it was shown that light with high sucrose promotes the synthesis of ATs, while dark at the same sucrose concentration promotes the synthesis of HTs. To verify the role of SDH, six PgSDHs (PgSDH1, PgSDH3-1,2, PgSDH3a-1,2 and PgSDH4) were identified in pomegranate. The expression of PgSDH1, which presumably contributes to shikimate biosynthesis, was relatively constant at different sucrose concentrations. However, the transcript levels of PgSDH3s and PgSDH4 increased with the accumulation of gallic acid and HTs under osmotic stress, which apparently accumulates to protect the cells from the stress. CONCLUSIONS:The results strongly suggest that the biosynthesis of HTs and ATs competes for the same substrate, 3-DHS, and that SDH activity is regulated not only by the NADPH/NADP+ ratio, but also by the expression of the PgSDHs. Since the outer peel affects the customer's decision regarding fruit consumption, such knowledge could be utilized for the development of new genetic markers for breeding pomegranates having higher levels of both ATs and HTs.

Simple Summary: The European pig industry needs to adapt to growing social interest regarding animal welfare. One of these concerns is the surgical castration of male piglets—a common practice primarily performed to avoid the risk of boar taint released from the meat of uncastrated males, especially during heat treatment. Several EU countries are trying to stop the surgical castration of pigs. The European Commission (EC) strongly supports these activities. One of the two currently feasible alternatives to the production of castrates is the fattening of entire male pigs. It is well known that skatole, one of two main compounds responsible for boar taint, can be eliminated or reduced by feeding additives. Recently, some promising results have been achieved using hydrolysable tannins in the diet of entire males. However, it should be mentioned that these studies focused on the influence of tannins on fattening, carcass value, meat quality and the deposition of androstenone and skatole in adipose tissue but not their influence on sensory characteristics. Therefore, the objective of this study was, in addition to determining the effects of tannins on skatole and androstenone accumulation in fatty tissue, to assess the sensory attributes of pork from entire males after supplementation of the diet with 1–4% tannins. The results showed that 2–4% supplementation of tannins in the feed reduced the accumulation of skatole in fatty tissue. The odour and flavour of pork were not influenced by tannin supplementation, but higher doses of tannins decreased the juiciness and tenderness of pork from entire males but only in men's evaluation. The effect of the sex of the panellists on both of these sensory traits was observed in both the control and tannin-supplemented groups. Boar taint is an unpleasant odour and flavour released during heat treatment of pork from uncastrated male pigs. The two main compounds responsible for boar taint are androstenone and skatole. Androstenone is a steroid hormone formed in the testis during sexual maturity. Skatole is a product of microbial degradation of the amino acid tryptophan in the hindgut of pigs. Both of these compounds are lipophilic, which means that they can be deposited in adipose tissue. Several studies have reported heritability estimates for their deposition from medium (skatole) to high magnitudes (androstenone). In addition to efforts to influence boar taint through genetic selection, much attention has also been paid to reducing its incidence using various feeding strategies. From this point of view, research has focused especially on the reduction in skatole content by supplementation of feed additives into the nutrition of entire male pigs. Promising results have been achieved using hydrolysable tannins in the diet. To date, most studies have investigated the effects of tannins on the production and accumulation of skatole in adipose tissue, intestinal microbiota, growth rate, carcasses and pork quality. Thus, the objective of this study was, in addition to determining the effects of tannins on androstenone and skatole accumulation, to assess the effects of tannins on the sensory traits of meat from entire males. The experiment was performed on 80 young boars—progeny of several hybrid sire lines. Animals were randomly assigned to one control and four experimental groups (each numbering 16). The control group (T0) received a standard diet without any tannin supplementation. Experimental groups were supplemented with 1% (T1), 2% (T2), 3% (T3) or 4% (T4) SCWE (sweet chestnut wood extract) rich in hydrolysable tannins (Farmatan). Pigs received this supplement for 40 days prior to slaughter. Subsequently, the pigs were slaughtered, and sensory analysis was applied to evaluate the odour, flavour, tenderness and juiciness of the pork. The results showed a significant effect of tannins on skatole accumulation in adipose tissue (p = 0.052–0.055). The odour and flavour of the pork were not affected by tannins. However, juiciness and tenderness were reduced by higher tannin supplementation (T3–T4) compared to the controls (p < 0.05), but these results were sex-dependent (in favour of men compared to women). Generally, women rated tenderness and juiciness worse than men regardless of the type of diet. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Chinese seabass (Lateolabrax maculatus) is a popular carnivorous fish with delicious taste. Although the feed value of condensed tannins has been well documented for L. maculatus, information about the effects of hydrolyzable tannins (HTs) on the growth and health of L. maculatus is limited. This study was conducted to assess the effects of dietary HTs on growth performance, body composition, intestinal digestive enzyme activities, serum metabolites, antioxidant and immune response, and intestine and liver morphology of L. maculatus. A total of 640 fish were randomly divided into four groups with four replicates per group and 40 fish per replicate. Four diets were prepared to contain 0 (G0), 1 (G1), 2 (G2), and 4 (G4) g/kg of HTs. Fish were fed to apparent satiation twice a day during the 56-day feeding trial. Results showed that the final body weight, weight gain rate, specific growth rate, and feed intake were linearly decreased (p< 0.001) as dietary HTs increased. All fish had similar (p > 0.05) whole body compositions. Fish fed G2 and G4 had lower (p< 0.05) intestinal trypsin and lipase activities than those fed G0 and G1, whereas G4 had higher (p< 0.05) aspartate aminotransferase and alanine aminotransferase activities than G0. Serum total antioxidant capacity and lysozyme were linearly decreased (p< 0.01), but the malondialdehyde concentration was linearly increased (p< 0.01) as dietary HTs increased. Intestinal villi in G2 and G4 showed increased deformation, and the vacuolation of liver cells began to appear in G1 and was aggravated as dietary HTs increased. This study showed that HTs should be used with caution due to their growth-inhibiting effect, and the dietary HT level for L. maculatus is recommended to be less than 1 g/kg.

Both condensed and hydrolysable tannins (CTs and HTs, respectively) have the ability to reduce enteric CH4 production in ruminants. However, the precise mechanism of action is not fully understood. Among the proposed hypotheses are the reduction of ruminal digestibility, direct control action on protozoa, reduction of archaea, and a hydrogen sink mechanism. In this in vitro study, which simulated rumen fermentation, two additives, one containing CTs (70% based on DM) from quebracho and one with HTs (75% based on DM) from chestnut, at four levels of inclusion (2, 4, 6, 8% on an as-fed basis) were added to the fermentation substrate and tested against a negative control. Both types of tannins significantly reduced total gas (GP) and CH4 (ml/g DM) production during the 48 h of incubation. The lower GP and CH4 production levels were linked to the reduction in dry matter digestibility caused by CTs and HTs. Conversely, no significant differences were observed for the protozoan and archaeal populations, suggesting a low direct effect of tannins on these rumen microorganisms in vitro. However, both types of tannins had negative correlations for the families Bacteroidales_BS11 and F082 and positive correlations for the genera Prevotella and Succinivibrio. Regarding the fermentation parameters, no differences were observed for pH and total volatile fatty acid production, while both CTs and HTs linearly reduced the NH3 content. CTs from quebracho were more effective in reducing CH4 production than HTs from chestnut. However, for both types of tannins, the reduction in CH4 production was always associated with a lower digestibility without any changes in archaea or protozoa. Due to the high variability of tannins, further studies investigating the chemical structure of the compounds and their mechanisms of action are needed to understand the different results reported in the literature.

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Salivary proteins precipitation by interaction with polyphenols is the major mechanism for astringency. However, alternative mechanisms seem involved in the perception of different subqualities of astringency. In this study, adsorption of four astringent agents to in vitro oral models and their sensory properties were assessed. Overall, green tea infusion and tannic acid have shown a higher adsorption potential for models with oral cells and absence of saliva. Alum and grape seed extract presented higher adsorption in models with presence of oral cells and saliva. Multiple factor analysis suggested that adsorption may represent important mechanisms to elicit the astringency of alum. Models including saliva, were closely associated with overall astringency and aggressive subquality. Models with cells and absent saliva were closely associated with greenness, suggesting a taste receptor mechanism involvement in the perception. For the first time a correlation between an oral-cell based assay and astringency sensory perception was shown. • Adsorption of GTI and TA, seemed to be driven by oral epithelial cells. • Adsorption of GSE and Alum, seemed to be driven by complete oral models. • Complete HSC-3 models presented higher adsorptions compared to Caco-2 counterparts. • Overall astringency closely associated to adsorption in models including saliva. • First study to correlate cellular assays with a sensorial trial for astringency. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Cascalote pods are an important source of phenolic compounds, mainly recovered using solvent extraction methods. To find a sustainable alternative to these methods, this study aimed to evaluate solid-state fermentation (SSF) in order to enhance the extractability of total phenolic compounds (TPC) with antioxidant activity (AA) from cascalote pods. Aspergillus niger GH1 was selected based on the amount of TPC released and AA measured (ABTS, DPPH, FRAP) in a short period of time. Moreover, moisture, temperature, inoculum size, and mineral composition were evaluated. The largest amount of TPC released was 124.17 mg/gdw (g of dry weight) after 12 h of culture, which significantly correlated with the AA (Pearson’s R = 0.94). Moisture and KH2PO4 concentration were the main influencing factors of TPC release. Treatment 6 (1 × 107 spores/gdw, 30 °C, 60% moisture, mineral composition (g/L): KH2PO4, 1.52; NaNO3, 7.65; and MgSO4, 1.52) was selected due to the highest values of both TPC and AA. SSF-assisted extraction allowed for an increase of 118% and 93% in TPC and AA values, respectively. Corilagin, lagerstannin, geraniin, and ellagic acid were the main phenolic compounds identified by RP-HPLC-ESI-MS in the cascalote extracts. The results obtained demonstrate the feasibility of SSF-assisted extraction as a biotechnological alternative for the recovery of important bioactive molecules from this underutilized material.

Abstract The use of flours or phenolic extracts obtained from non-traditional sources or agri-food industry by-products has been a strategy used to formulate new bakery products with characteristics of a functional food. However, phenolic compounds present great structural diversity, as well as the ability to interact in a complex way with the macromolecules that constitute the bread matrix. Therefore, the addition of these flours, extracts or pure compounds produces various effects on the microstructure of bread, and several of its sensory properties. This is mainly due to interactions between phenolic compounds and gluten proteins. The objective of this review is to analyze some of the most recent published works on the addition of phenolic compounds in wheat bread to identify the type of positive and negative effects that have been observed and how they can be related to the physicochemical interactions between phenolic compounds and the macromolecules that constitute the food matrix, mainly gluten. The effect of monomeric and polymeric phenolic compounds on the strength of these interactions and on the properties of dough and bread are discussed. Graphical Abstract

Abstract The post-harvest processing of strawberries generates considerable amounts of by-products that consist of the inedible parts of the fruit (sepal, calyx, stem, and non-marketable portion of the fruit), which is an environmental problem for local producers and industries. This study aimed to revalue these kinds of tissues through identifying and quantifying the genotype influence on the total phenolic content, phenolic profile, and the antioxidant activity of the by-products from three strawberry cultivars: ‘Festival’ (FE), ‘San Andreas ‘ (SA), and ‘Camino Real’ (CR). The total phenolic content was determined by the Folin–Ciocalteu method, in-vitro antioxidant activity by the DPPH* radical scavenging method and the phenolic profile by PAD–HPLC. The different genotypes showed significant differences (p /Kg of by-product ), followed by SA and CR cultivars. The antioxidant capacity of the SA and FE tissues were similar (p > 0.05) and higher (15.1–16.3 mmol Trolox equivalents /Kg R) than CR. Eight main phenolic compounds were identified and quantified on the three cultivars. Agrimoniin was the principal polyphenol (0.38–1.56 g/Kg R), and the cultivar FE had the highest concentration. This compound showed the highest correlation coefficient with the antioxidant capacity (R 2 0.87; p

Condensed tannins in plants are found free and attached to protein and fibre but it is not known whether these fractions influence rumen degradation and microbial colonisation. This study explored the rumen degradation of tropical tannin-rich plants and the relationship between the disappearance of free and bound condensed tannin fractions and microbial communities colonising plant particles using in situ and in vitro experiments. Leaves from Calliandra calothyrsus, Gliricidia sepium, and Leucaena leucocephala, pods from Acacia nilotica and the leaves of two agricultural by-products: Manihot esculenta and Musa spp. were incubated in situ in the rumen of three dairy cows to determine their degradability for up to 96 h. Tannin disappearance was determined at 24 h of incubation, and adherent microbial communities were examined at 3 and 12 h of incubation using a metataxonomic approach. An in vitro approach was also used to assess the effects of these plants on rumen fermentation parameters. All plants contained more than 100 g/kg of condensed tannins with a large proportion (32–61%) bound to proteins. Calliandra calothyrsus had the highest concentration of condensed tannins at 361 g/kg, whereas Acacia nilotica was particularly rich in hydrolysable tannins (350 g/kg). Free condensed tannins from all plants completely disappeared after 24-h incubation in the rumen. Disappearance of protein-bound condensed tannins was variable with values ranging from 93% for Gliricidia sepium to 21% for Acacia nilotica. In contrast, fibre-bound condensed tannin disappearance averaged ∼ 82% and did not vary between plants. Disappearance of bound fractions of condensed tannins was not associated with the degradability of plant fractions. The presence of tannins interfered with the microbial colonisation of plants. Each plant had distinct bacterial and archaeal communities after 3 and 12 h of incubation in the rumen and distinct protozoal communities at 3 h. Adherent communities in tannin-rich plants had a lower relative abundance of fibrolytic microbes, notably Fibrobacter spp. whereas, archaea diversity was reduced in high-tannin-containing Calliandra calothyrsus and Acacia nilotica at 12 h of incubation. Concurrently, in vitro methane production was lower for Calliandra calothyrsus, Acacia nilotica and Leucaena leucocephala although for the latter total volatile fatty acids production was not affected and was similar to control. Here, we show that the total amount of hydrolysable and condensed tannins contained in a plant govern the interaction with rumen microbes affecting degradability and fermentation. The effect of protein- and fibre-bound condensed tannins on degradability is less important.

Syzygium cumini (Myrtaceae) is a tropical tree used in traditional medicines to treat several diseases. All parts of S. cumini are used for medicinal purposes and present antioxidant potential. In this study, we evaluated the phytochemical composition of the ethanolic extract of S. cumini leaves (EESC) and its biological activity in vitro and in vivo regarding some effects on the central nervous system. Behavioral tests of anxiety, depression, and memory were performed with mice and the cerebral cortex used to evaluate lipoperoxidation and the acetylcholinesterase activity ex vivo. The EESC showed the presence of flavonoids, tannins, and gallic acid esters-4-O-glucurosides, detected for the first time in the species. The EESC presented antioxidant capacity in vitro with EC 50 of 82.8 μg/mL in the DPPH assay and IC 50 of 1.27 μg/mL in the lipoperoxidation test. The EESC inhibited the in vitro acetylcholinesterase and monoamine oxidase activities presenting IC 50 of 44.54 and 432.7 μg/mL, respectively. However, the EESC did not show significant effects on the behavioral tests and ex vivo assays. Our results confirm the potential of EESC as a source of bioactive compounds acting on important target enzymes for central nervous system disorders, but the in vivo effects must be better evaluated. [Display omitted] • First identification of gallic acid ester-4-O-glucurosides in leaves of S. cumini. • A potent in vitro antioxidant capacity was demonstrated in brain homogenate. • S. cumini leaves extract presented a mild inhibitory effect on MAO activity. • The extract inhibited AChE activity in vitro but not ex vivo in mice's frontal cortex. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objectives Hydrolysable tannin fraction (HTF) derived from Terminalia chebula fruit pericarps was assessed for its anti-inflammatory potential in LPS-induced RAW 264.7 cells. Its molecular mechanism was also established and compared with individual tannins – chebulagic acid (CH) and corilagin (CO). Methods The effect of HTF on LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells was studied by estimating the release of NO, ROS, cytokines and changes in nuclear morphology by DAPI staining. Furthermore, the effect of HTF, CO and CH was compared with the expression of p65, p38 and pERK proteins by immunoblotting and the mRNA transcript level of COX-2, iNOS and TNF-α by quantitative PCR. The in-silico interactions of various hydrolysable tannins present in HTF with molecular targets of inflammation were studied using Maestro software. Key findings HTF at the dose levels of 25, 50 and 100 µg/ml was able to decrease the release of NO, ROS and cytokines from LPS-induced RAW 264.7 cells without disturbing the cell nuclear morphology. Investigation of molecular mechanism revealed that inhibition of NF-κB and MAPK signalling pathways was responsible for its anti-inflammatory action. The effect of HTF was higher than the individual tannins CH and CO. Conclusion HTF can be developed as an effective anti-inflammatory agent. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

[Display omitted] The escalation of many coronavirus variants accompanied by the lack of an effective cure has motivated the hunt for effective antiviral medicines. In this regard, 18 Saudi Arabian medicinal plants were evaluated for SARS CoV-2 main protease (Mpro) inhibition activity. Among them, Terminalia brownii and Acacia asak alcoholic extracts exhibited significant Mpro inhibition, with inhibition rates of 95.3 % and 95.2 %, respectively, at a concentration of 100 µg/mL. Bioassay-guided phytochemical study for the most active n -butanol fraction of T. brownii led to identification of eleven compounds, including two phenolic acids (1 , and 2), seven hydrolysable tannins (3 – 10), and one flavonoid (11) as well as four flavonoids from A. asak (12 – 15). The structures of the isolated compounds were established using various spectroscopic techniques and comparison with known compounds. To investigate the chemical interactions between the identified compounds and the target Mpro protein, molecular docking was performed using AutoDock 4.2. The findings identified compounds 4 , 5 , 10 , and 14 as the most potential inhibitors of Mpro with binding energies of −9.3, −8.5, −8.1, and −7.8 kcal mol−1, respectively. In order to assess the stability of the protein–ligand complexes, molecular dynamics simulations were conducted for a duration of 100 ns, and various parameters such as RMSD, RMSF, Rg, and SASA were evaluated. All selected compounds 4 , 5 , 10 , and 14 showed considerable Mpro inhibiting activity in vitro , with compound 4 being the most powerful with an IC 50 value of 1.2 µg/mL. MM-GBSA free energy calculations also revealed compound 4 as the most powerful Mpro inhibitor. None of the compounds (4 , 5 , 10 , and 14) display any significant cytotoxic activity against A549 and HUVEC cell lines. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Boar taint is an unpleasant odour and flavour released during heat treatment of pork from uncastrated male pigs. The two main compounds responsible for boar taint are androstenone and skatole. Androstenone is a steroid hormone formed in the testis during sexual maturity. Skatole is a product of microbial degradation of the amino acid tryptophan in the hindgut of pigs. Both of these compounds are lipophilic, which means that they can be deposited in adipose tissue. Several studies have reported heritability estimates for their deposition from medium (skatole) to high magnitudes (androstenone). In addition to efforts to influence boar taint through genetic selection, much attention has also been paid to reducing its incidence using various feeding strategies. From this point of view, research has focused especially on the reduction in skatole content by supplementation of feed additives into the nutrition of entire male pigs. Promising results have been achieved using hydrolysable tannins in the diet. To date, most studies have investigated the effects of tannins on the production and accumulation of skatole in adipose tissue, intestinal microbiota, growth rate, carcasses and pork quality. Thus, the objective of this study was, in addition to determining the effects of tannins on androstenone and skatole accumulation, to assess the effects of tannins on the sensory traits of meat from entire males. The experiment was performed on 80 young boars—progeny of several hybrid sire lines. Animals were randomly assigned to one control and four experimental groups (each numbering 16). The control group (T0) received a standard diet without any tannin supplementation. Experimental groups were supplemented with 1% (T1), 2% (T2), 3% (T3) or 4% (T4) SCWE (sweet chestnut wood extract) rich in hydrolysable tannins (Farmatan). Pigs received this supplement for 40 days prior to slaughter. Subsequently, the pigs were slaughtered, and sensory analysis was applied to evaluate the odour, flavour, tenderness and juiciness of the pork. The results showed a significant effect of tannins on skatole accumulation in adipose tissue (p = 0.052–0.055). The odour and flavour of the pork were not affected by tannins. However, juiciness and tenderness were reduced by higher tannin supplementation (T3–T4) compared to the controls (p < 0.05), but these results were sex-dependent (in favour of men compared to women). Generally, women rated tenderness and juiciness worse than men regardless of the type of diet.

Terminalia hadleyana (subsp. carpentariae C. T. White) is native to Northern Australia where fruits of this plant have been used as a traditional food by the Australian Indigenous people. The aim of this study was to evaluate the morphology, chemical composition, functional (e.g. vitamin C, phenolic content) and antimicrobial properties of T. carpentariae fruits, harvested from the wild at full maturity. Variability has been observed in both fruit morphology (size and weight) and chemical composition. Proximate analysis showed that these fruits have high concentration of dietary fibre (DF) (51.2 g/100 gDW), and minerals such as K (1780 mg/100 g DW), Ca (373 mg/100 g DW) and Mg (150 mg/100 g DW). High levels of total phenolic content (TPC) (11,392 mg GAE/100 g DW) and vitamin C (11,046 mg/100 g DW) were also observed. Fruit extracts also showed inhibitory effects against the growth of foodborne microorganisms such as Staphylococcus aureus, methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Shewanella putrefaciens. Overall, these results contribute to provide with relevant information of the potential of T. carpentariae fruit as a functional ingredient to the Australian Indigenous communities and the emerging Australian native food industry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Terminalia catappa and Terminalia subspathulata are two species of the Combretaceae family of medium to large forest trees. The fruits of T. catappa are known for the edible nuts commonly known as tropical almonds due to their similarity in taste with almonds of commerce. Therefore, the chemical profiles of the fruits of the two Terminalia species were examined to ascertain their potential value for food or health uses. Gas chromatographymass spectrometry (GCMS) and ultrahigh-pressure liquid chromatography-electrospray ionisation tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC-ESI-MS/MS) techniques were employed to profile the extracts to ensure good coverage of the classes of metabolites of the fruit extracts. The GCMS results revealed that T. catappa nuts were rich in palmitic acid (33.2%), linoleoyl chloride (29.1%), and oxacyclohexadecan-2-one commonly known as pentadecanolide (16.2%). In comparison, the major constituents of T. subspathulata fruits were palmitic acid (18.1%) and its methyl ester, methyl palmitate (9.3%). Furthermore, a total of 38 compounds were putatively identified in the 70% aqueous methanolic extracts of both species via UHPLC-ESI-MS/MS analysis, comprising three organic acids, sixteen hydrolysable tannins, ten phenolic acids, eight flavonoids, and a diarylheptanoid. The GCMS- and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry- (LCMS-) LCMS-based metabolite profiles obtained in the present study have revealed the diversity of chemical constituents in the T. catappa nuts and T. subspathulata fruits, potentially valorised as functional foods nutraceutical ingredients for plant-based health products. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract Background The outer peels of pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) possess two groups of polyphenols that have health beneficial properties: anthocyanins (ATs, which also affect peel color); and hydrolysable tannins (HTs). Their biosynthesis intersects at 3-dehydroshikimate (3-DHS) in the shikimate pathway by the activity of shikimate dehydrogenase (SDH), which converts 3-DHS to shikimate (providing the precursor for AT biosynthesis) or to gallic acid (the precursor for HTs biosynthesis) using NADPH or NADP+ as a cofactor. The aim of this study is to gain more knowledge about the factors that regulate the levels of HTs and ATs, and the role of SDH. Results The results have shown that the levels of ATs and HTs are negatively correlated in the outer fruit peels of 33 pomegranate accessions, in the outer peels of two fruits exposed to sunlight, and in those covered by paper bags. When calli obtained from the outer fruit peel were subjected to light/dark treatment and osmotic stresses (imposed by different sucrose concentrations), it was shown that light with high sucrose promotes the synthesis of ATs, while dark at the same sucrose concentration promotes the synthesis of HTs. To verify the role of SDH, six PgSDHs (PgSDH1, PgSDH3–1,2, PgSDH3a-1,2 and PgSDH4) were identified in pomegranate. The expression of PgSDH1, which presumably contributes to shikimate biosynthesis, was relatively constant at different sucrose concentrations. However, the transcript levels of PgSDH3s and PgSDH4 increased with the accumulation of gallic acid and HTs under osmotic stress, which apparently accumulates to protect the cells from the stress. Conclusions The results strongly suggest that the biosynthesis of HTs and ATs competes for the same substrate, 3-DHS, and that SDH activity is regulated not only by the NADPH/NADP+ ratio, but also by the expression of the PgSDHs. Since the outer peel affects the customer’s decision regarding fruit consumption, such knowledge could be utilized for the development of new genetic markers for breeding pomegranates having higher levels of both ATs and HTs.

ABSTRACT: The present study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of the dietary inclusion of commercial hydrolysable tannins (HT) on the growth performance and haemato-immunological parameters of Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei). Four isonitrogenous and isolipidic practical diets were formulated to contain 0; 0,1; 0,2 and 0,3% of HT obtained from the sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa). The 0,3% HT was designed to be included in a diet with a low level of fish meal (FM) (7,5%), while others included 10% FM. A total of 240 post larvae shrimp with an average initial body weight of 4.24 ± 0,03 g were randomly stocked in four groups, with four replicates per treatment and 15 shrimp per aquaria tank. Results showed that there were no significant differences in terms of final biomass, final mean weight, survival, weight gain (WG), feed conversion ratio (FCR) and thermal growth coefficient (TGC). However, biologically, a better performance was observed when the diets had higher inclusion levels of HT. Shrimp fed diets with 0,2 and 0,3% HT had a significantly higher total haemocytes count, and those fed the diet with 0,2% HT also had a significantly higher lysozyme activity, compared to shrimp from the control group. These results indicated that 0,2 and 0,3% HT could remarkably improve the growth performance and the haemato-immunological parameters of Pacific white shrimp, and have potential functional properties when included in commercial diets for shrimp.

In this study, we present data on the effects of condensed tannins (CTs) and hydrolysable tannins (HTs), polyphenols extracted from plants, at different concentrations on zebrafish development to identify the range of concentrations with toxic effects. Zebrafish embryos were exposed to CTs and HTs at two different concentration ranges (5.0-20.0 μgL -1 and 5.0-20.0 mgL -1 ) for 72 h. The toxicity parameters were observed up to 72 h of treatment. The uptake of CTs and HTs by the zebrafish larvae was assessed via HPLC analysis. A qRT-PCR analysis was performed to evaluate the expressions of genes cd63 , zhe1 , and klf4 , involved in the hatching process of zebrafish. CTs and HTs at 5.0, 10.0, and 20.0 μgL -1 were not toxic. On the contrary, at 5.0, 10.0, and 20.0 mgL -1 , HTs induced a delay in hatching starting from 48 h of treatment, while CTs showed a delay in hatching mainly at 48 h. The analysis of gene expression showed a downregulation in the group exposed to HTs, confirming the hatching data. We believe that this study is important for defining the optimal doses of CTs and HTs to be employed in different application fields such as the chemical industry, the animal feed industry, and medical science.

The post-harvest processing of strawberries generates considerable amounts of by-products that consist of the inedible parts of the fruit (sepal, calyx, stem, and non-marketable portion of the fruit), which is an environmental problem for local producers and industries. This study aimed to revalue these kinds of tissues through identifying and quantifying the genotype influence on the total phenolic content, phenolic profile, and the antioxidant activity of the by-products from three strawberry cultivars: 'Festival' (FE), 'San Andreas ' (SA), and 'Camino Real' (CR). The total phenolic content was determined by the Folin–Ciocalteu method, in-vitro antioxidant activity by the DPPH* radical scavenging method and the phenolic profile by PAD–HPLC. The different genotypes showed significant differences (p < 0.05) in total phenolic content (TPC), FE being the one with the highest TPC (14.97 g of gallic acid equivalents < GAE > /Kg of by-product < R >), followed by SA and CR cultivars. The antioxidant capacity of the SA and FE tissues were similar (p > 0.05) and higher (15.1–16.3 mmol Trolox equivalents < TE > /Kg R) than CR. Eight main phenolic compounds were identified and quantified on the three cultivars. Agrimoniin was the principal polyphenol (0.38–1.56 g/Kg R), and the cultivar FE had the highest concentration. This compound showed the highest correlation coefficient with the antioxidant capacity (R2 0.87; p < 0.001). This study highlighted the impact of the multi-cultivar systems in strawberry production on the bioactive potential and the diversity of secondary metabolites obtained from strawberry agro-industrial by-products at a low cost. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Ellagitannins may have a beneficial impact in cardiovascular diseases. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of high-fat diet (HFD) and the efficacy of Castanea sativa Mill. bark extract (ENC) on cardiac and vascular parameters. Rats were fed with regular diet, (RD, n = 15), HFD (n = 15), RD + ENC (20 mg/kg/day by gavage, n = 15), and HFD + ENC (same dose, n = 15) and the effects on body weight, biochemical serum parameters, and inflammatory cytokines determined. Cardiac functional parameters and aorta contractility were also assessed on isolated atria and aorta. Results showed that ENC reduced weight gain and serum lipids induced by HFD. In in vitro assays, HFD decreased the contraction force of left atrium, increased right atrium chronotropy, and decreased aorta K+ -induced contraction; ENC induced transient positive inotropic and negative chronotropic effects on isolated atria from RD and HFD rats and a spasmolytic effect on aorta. In ex vivo experiments, ENC reverted inotropic and chronotropic changes induced by HFD and enhanced Nifedipine effect more on aorta than on heart. In conclusion, ENC restores metabolic dysfunction and cardiac cholinergic muscarinic receptor function, and exerts spasmolytic effect on aorta in HFD rats, highlighting its potential as nutraceutical tool in obesity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Tannins, the fourth most abundant plant compounds, comprise condensed and hydrolysable types. Proanthocyanidins are flavan-3-ol polymers, while hydrolysable tannins, categorized as gallotannins and ellagitannins, form esters of gallic/ellagic acid and poly-ol. Tannin acyl hydrolase catalyzes hydrolysable tannin breakdown, yielding gallic acid derivatives with antibacterial, anti-hyperglycemic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic properties. In this study, we explored hydrolysable tannins in extracts from T erminalia chebula and Terminalia bellirica , focusing on their phenolic and tannin content, as well as enzymatic and biological activities. Quantitative assessments for Total Phenol Content (TPC), Tannic Acid Content (TAC), and Hydrolysable Tannin Content (HTC) were carried out with Terminalia chebula displaying maximum amount of all three i.e. 291.9mg GAE/g DW TPC, 266.7 mgTAE/g DW TAC and 246.6 mg TAE/g DW HTC. LCMS-MS analysis revealed 8 and 13 gallic acid derivatives from T. bellirica and T. chebula, respectively after enzymatic hydrolysis. Following enzymatic treatment, the IC 50 values for T. bellirica were slightly higher than T. chebula. The tannase hydrolysed T. chebula demonstrated the highest zone of inhibition against E. coli whereas the un-hydrolysed T. chebula showed minimal inhibition across all four bacterial cultures under study. The hydrolysed extract of T. chebula exhibited significant cytotoxicity after a 20-min hydrolysis, demonstrating a substantial effect with a minimal IC 50 value of 83.56 μg/ml against HCT-116 cell line. Our study quantitatively highlights the enhanced bioactive properties conferred by enzymatic hydrolysis of hydrolysable tannins and considerable health benefits associated with these compounds. • Total Phenol and Tannin Content: Significant differences in TPC, TAC, and HTC between Terminalia chebula and Terminalia bellirica extracts. • Enzyme Activity: Tannin Acyl Hydrolase (TAH) effectively hydrolysed hydrolysable tannins, confirming its enzymatic activity. • LCMS-MS Analysis: Identification of gallic acid derivatives formed during enzymatic hydrolysis, providing molecular insights. • Antioxidant Activity: Increased antioxidant potential after enzymatic biotransformation, assessed by IC 50 values. • Antibacterial Activity: Notable inhibition against E. coli observed in hydrolysed extracts. • Anticarcinogenic Activity: Reduced inflammation and cytotoxicity against colorectal cell lines demonstrated after enzymatic hydrolysis. • Enzymatic processes enhance the formation of bioactive compounds i.e. Gallic acid derivatives from hydrolysable tannins, emphasizing potential applications in pharmaceuticals and functional foods. Further exploration is warranted for broader utilization. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Phenolic compounds are responsible for food unpleasant taste properties, including astringency, due to their ability to interact with salivary proteins and oral constituents. Astringency is a crucial attribute for consumer's acceptability. To fulfill the demand for both healthy and tasty food, polysaccharides raise as a good alternative to modulate astringency. In this work, a cell-based quaternary system was developed to evaluate the ability of polysaccharides to reduce the interaction between two classes of hydrolysable tannins – gallotannins (tannic acid) and ellagitannins (punicalagin) – and oral constituents (cells, salivary proteins and mucosal pellicle). So, pectic polysaccharide fractions isolated from grape skins, imidazole soluble polysaccharides (ISP) and carbonate soluble polysaccharides (CSP), as well as a commercial pectin, were tested. Results showed that the polysaccharide's effect depends on the structural features of the molecules involved. CSP fraction and pectin were the most effective, reducing the interactions between both tannins and the oral constituents, mainly in the complete oral model. The highest uronic acid content and the presence of methyl esterified groups could explain their high reduction ability. For tannic acid, the reduction effect increased along with the galloylation degree, while the interaction of β-punicalagin with the oral constituents was practically inhibited at 3.0 mg.mL−1. [Display omitted] • Polysaccharides reduce tannin-oral constituent's interactions in a cell-based model. • Polysaccharide's effect increases along with the galloylation degree of tannic acid. • Uronic acid content and methyl esterified groups may explain polysaccharide's effect. • Low-molecular weight polysaccharides, such as CSP and Pect, are more efficient. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Little information is available on the effects of different sources of tannins on ruminant product quality. Nowadays several tannin-rich extracts, produced from different plants, are available and contain tannins belonging to different chemical groups, but most of these have not been used so far as feed supplements. The present study aimed at comparing the effects of feeding three tannin extracts (one containing condensed tannins and two containing hydrolysable tannins) to lambs on growth performances and meat oxidative stability. Comisana male lambs were divided into four groups (n=9 each) and were fed for 75 days: a concentrate-based diet (CON), or CON supplemented with 4% tannin extracts from either mimosa (MI; Acacia mearnsii, De Wild; condensed tannins), chestnut (CH; Castanea sativa, Mill; hydrolysable ellagitannins) or tara (TA; Cesalpinia spinosa, (Molina) Kuntze; hydrolysable gallotannins). Only CH reduced growth rate, final weight, carcass weight and feed intake (P0.05). The TA diet increased (P

Context: High concentrations of crude protein in ruminant diets may lead to excessive production of ruminal ammonia, which may stress the animal's metabolism and impact nitrogen efficiency. This may become a problem in zero-concentrate feeding systems when pasture grass is rich in crude protein. Polyphenols such as tannins may protect part of dietary protein from ruminal degradation and thus inhibit ammonia formation. Aims: The present study screened mature herbs for their potential to mitigate ruminal ammonia formation in cattle, when provided as a supplement to a forage diet. Methods: Thirty-five temperate-climate, herbaceous meadow plant species (including three legumes) that appear in biodiverse natural and sown pastures were investigated for their effects on ruminal ammonia production. Aboveground material was harvested during ripening of the seeds and analysed for nutrient and phenol concentrations. Net energy and protein absorbable at the duodenum were calculated. Incubations (24 h) with cattle rumen fluid following the in vitro Hohenheim Gas Test protocol were performed to compare the effects of the test plants on ruminal gas and ammonia formation. Test plants replaced one-third of a basal mixture consisting of 57% Lolium perenne L. and 43% Medicago sativa L. (air-dry-matter basis). Results were compared with those obtained with the basal mixture alone. Key results: According to regression analysis, ammonia concentration after incubation was negatively related to concentrations of total extractable phenols and total tannins in feed mixtures, whereas the relationship was weakly positive with dietary crude protein. In 23 and 19 of the test diets, respectively, in vitro gas production (indicating ruminal organic matter digestibility) and ammonia concentrations in the incubation medium after 24 h were significantly lower than with the basal mixture alone. Incubations containing Galium verum L., Leontodon hispidus L., Lotus corniculatus L., Onobrychis viciifolia Scop., Plantago lanceolata L., Sanguisorba minor Scop. and Scabiosa columbaria L. maintained gas production and estimated in vitro organic matter digestibility while at the same time lowering ammonia concentrations. Conclusions: Seven mature herbs of a screening of 35 proved to have potential for positive effects on ruminal protein utilisation without impairing fermentation. Implications: These herbs are of particular interest as dietary supplements for dairy cows grazing protein-rich pastures. In pasture-based feeding systems for dairy cows, dietary protein excess may cause high levels of ammonia formation during digestion, which is a burden for the animal's metabolism and to the environment. We tested the potential of 35 herbaceous meadow species to mitigate this problem and found seven promising temperate herbs that are candidates as dietary supplements. This outcome can be used to develop herb-based dietary supplements that will benefit protein efficiency, lower nitrogen emissions and improve animal health in grassland-based dairy production. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the thermal-drying processing of astringent persimmon fruit, the tissue-specific changes in the key antioxidants have hardly been investigated, while they have been well investigated in the flesh. We report here the different patterns of the antioxidant activities in the thermally processed flesh and peel of astringent persimmon, with analyses of the carotenoids, the condensed and hydrolysable tannins, and the total phenolics and flavonoids. The persimmon powders presented different colors on the basis of the drying temperatures: brown in 30 °C; light yellow in 60 °C; and dark brown in 90 °C, respectively. Non-maillard reaction and reduction of carotenoids caused the light-yellow color of 60 °C dried persimmon. Thermal drying reduced the antioxidant activities of the flesh in a temperature-dependent manner, with decreases in the carotenoids, the condensed and hydrolysable tannins, and the total phenolics and flavonoids, whereas it enhanced the antioxidant activities of the peel. The increase in the antioxidant activities in the peel were mainly the result of the increase in the total phenolics by the thermal effect, and especially in the content of the hydrolysable tannins, although the thermal processing decreased the other components. The heat-induced increase of antioxidant activity in the peel showed a strong significant correlation only with the contents of total phenolics (r2 = 0.9493) and total hydrolysable tannins (r2 = 0.9288), suggesting that the main antioxidant contributors differ from the flesh.