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View article: Phytochemical Insights and Industrial Applications of Camellia japonica Leaves: A Focus on Sustainable Utilization
Phytochemical Insights and Industrial Applications of Camellia japonica Leaves: A Focus on Sustainable Utilization Open
In response to the increasing interest in medicinal plants, researchers have called for the investigation of underexplored, widely distributed species, such as those within the Camellia genus. Camellia japonica L., though not native to Gal…
View article: Dietary Supplements Derived from Food By-Products for the Management of Diabetes Mellitus
Dietary Supplements Derived from Food By-Products for the Management of Diabetes Mellitus Open
The rising global incidence of diabetes has heightened the demand for prevention strategies that are both effective and environmentally sustainable. In this context, dietary supplements obtained from food processing by-products have emerge…
View article: Grape Winemaking By-Products: Current Valorization Strategies and Their Value as Source of Tannins with Applications in Food and Feed
Grape Winemaking By-Products: Current Valorization Strategies and Their Value as Source of Tannins with Applications in Food and Feed Open
Grape (Vitis vinifera L.) is one of the most extensively cultivated crops in temperate climates, with its primary fate being wine production, which is paired with a great generation of grape pomace (GP). GP contains a plethora of antioxida…
View article: Machine learning-based assessment of sustainable extraction methodologies tackling the biotechnological exploitation of Arnica montana extracts
Machine learning-based assessment of sustainable extraction methodologies tackling the biotechnological exploitation of Arnica montana extracts Open
Heat-assisted (HAE), ultrasound-assisted (UAE), microwave-assisted (MAE), and pressurized liquid extraction (PLE) represent diverse techniques with distinct physical principles that influence the efficiency and selectivity of bioactive com…
View article: Microbial conversion of vegetable waste for flavor additives via solid-state fermentation: a comprehensive review
Microbial conversion of vegetable waste for flavor additives via solid-state fermentation: a comprehensive review Open
Flavor is a key factor in consumer choice and food acceptance. Currently, the vast majority of food flavor additives are produced by chemical synthesis. However, alternative production methods have been explored to meet consumer demands fo…
View article: Gut microbiota and tuberculosis
Gut microbiota and tuberculosis Open
Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), remains a significant global health challenge. Recent advancements in gut microbiota (GM) research have shed light on the intricate relationship between GM and TB, suggesting t…
View article: Phytosomes-Based Nanocarriers Enhanced with Seaweed Extracts: Overcoming the Blood–Brain Barrier
Phytosomes-Based Nanocarriers Enhanced with Seaweed Extracts: Overcoming the Blood–Brain Barrier Open
View article: Application of encapsulated tomato by-product extract as a colorant in mascarpone
Application of encapsulated tomato by-product extract as a colorant in mascarpone Open
Agricultural by-products, often underutilized, represent a significant opportunity to obtain sustainable value-added products to develop new functional foods. In this context, the (typically discarded) aerial parts of tomato plants (Solanu…
View article: Therapeutic and Preventive Potential of Plant-Derived Antioxidant Nutraceuticals
Therapeutic and Preventive Potential of Plant-Derived Antioxidant Nutraceuticals Open
Oxidative stress and its relation to the onset of several chronic diseases have been increasingly highlighted in recent years. In parallel, there has been an increasing interest in the antioxidant properties of phytochemicals. Phytochemica…
View article: Effect of Heat-Assisted and Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction Methods on the Phenolic Profile and Biological Activity of Thymus vulgaris L. Extracts
Effect of Heat-Assisted and Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction Methods on the Phenolic Profile and Biological Activity of Thymus vulgaris L. Extracts Open
This study compares the phenolic composition and antioxidant activity of extracts obtained using heat-assisted extraction (HAE) and ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE), both optimized through response surface methodology (RSM), with the p…
View article: 0562 Effect of an Online Meditation Program in Women with Insomnia: A Randomized Clinical Trial
0562 Effect of an Online Meditation Program in Women with Insomnia: A Randomized Clinical Trial Open
Introduction An epidemiological study conducted by the Sleep Institute in 2007 revealed that 44.8% of the population in São Paulo exhibited symptoms of insomnia, with women being disproportionately affected (32%). Considering a global adap…
View article: Antioxidants as Nutraceuticals of Phytochemical Nature (Plant Natural Foods) in Disease Prevention and Therapy
Antioxidants as Nutraceuticals of Phytochemical Nature (Plant Natural Foods) in Disease Prevention and Therapy Open
Oxidative stress and its relation on the onset of several chronic diseases has been in-creasingly studied and highlighted in recent years. This fact has been concurrent with increased reports on the antioxidant properties of various phytoc…
View article: Phytochemical diversity and biological activities of Hypericum japonicum and Hypericum sampsonii: potential for natural product-based food applications
Phytochemical diversity and biological activities of Hypericum japonicum and Hypericum sampsonii: potential for natural product-based food applications Open
This study characterizes two species of the genus Hypericum to envisage their applicability as effective and versatile functional foods, dietary supplements, and food preservatives. A wide phenolic composition was found in both extracts, h…
View article: Exploring the Nutritional Value and Health Benefits of Honey from the Portuguese Protected Area of Montesinho Natural Park
Exploring the Nutritional Value and Health Benefits of Honey from the Portuguese Protected Area of Montesinho Natural Park Open
The main objective of this study was to provide an overview of the potential health-promoting properties of honeys collected at specific apiary locations from the protected area of Montesinho Natural Park (MNP), by analyzing their amino ac…
View article: Reviving Ancient Practices: Modern Perspectives on Rice–Fish Culture
Reviving Ancient Practices: Modern Perspectives on Rice–Fish Culture Open
View article: Reviving Ancient Practices: Modern Perspectives on Rice–Fish Culture
Reviving Ancient Practices: Modern Perspectives on Rice–Fish Culture Open
Rice–fish culture, an ancient agronomic practice, integrates aquaculture with rice farming, a sustainable solution for enhancing food security and agricultural productivity. The recent advancements and historical perspectives on rice–fish …
View article: Innovative Dietary Solutions for Vegans: Macroalgae Amino Acids for Differentiated Nutrition
Innovative Dietary Solutions for Vegans: Macroalgae Amino Acids for Differentiated Nutrition Open
Veganism is gaining popularity due to its ethical, health, and environmental benefits. However, many vegans face challenges in obtaining a complete essential amino acid profile from plant sources, making diversified protein sources crucial…
View article: Citrus aurantium Flowers: Overview of Chemistry, Functionality, and Technological Applications
Citrus aurantium Flowers: Overview of Chemistry, Functionality, and Technological Applications Open
Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium L.), a member of the Rutaceae family, finds global utility in both the treatment of various ailments and its role as a rootstock for Citrus species in agriculture. Various parts of Citrus aurantium L. have b…
View article: An Update of Fungal Endophyte Diversity and Strategies for Augmenting Therapeutic Potential of their Potent Metabolites: Recent Advancement
An Update of Fungal Endophyte Diversity and Strategies for Augmenting Therapeutic Potential of their Potent Metabolites: Recent Advancement Open
Endophytic fungi represent a significant renewable resource for the discovery of pharmaceutically important compounds, offering substantial potential for new drug development. Their ability to address the growing issue of drug resistance h…
View article: Utilization of Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction for Bioactive Compounds from Floral Sources
Utilization of Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction for Bioactive Compounds from Floral Sources Open
This systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) for obtaining bioactive compounds from floral sources, emphasizing its potential application in the pharmaceutical and food industries. As a …
View article: Authenticity and Bioactive Markers Search in the Phenolic‐Rich Extracts of Asteraceae Medicinal Plants Through Integrative Computational Chemometrics
Authenticity and Bioactive Markers Search in the Phenolic‐Rich Extracts of Asteraceae Medicinal Plants Through Integrative Computational Chemometrics Open
The Asteraceae family has been of significant concern for ethnobotanical studies, thanks to its health‐promoting properties linked to a plethora of bioactive compounds, among which phenolic compounds play a critical role. In this work, a w…
View article: Exploring the Health-Promoting Potential of Green and Orange Phase of Novel Dunaliella salina A4F_Ma115 Microalgae Extracts: Antioxidant and Antigenotoxic Evaluation
Exploring the Health-Promoting Potential of Green and Orange Phase of Novel Dunaliella salina A4F_Ma115 Microalgae Extracts: Antioxidant and Antigenotoxic Evaluation Open
View article: Extremophilic Microorganisms as a Source of Emerging Enzymes for the Food Industry: A Review
Extremophilic Microorganisms as a Source of Emerging Enzymes for the Food Industry: A Review Open
Modern‐day consumers are interested in highly nutritious and safe foods with corresponding organoleptic qualities. Such foods are increasingly subjected to various processing techniques which include the use of enzymes. These enzymes like …
View article: Chemical characterization and antioxidant potential of Arthrospira sp., Thalassiosira sp., and Raphidonema sp.
Chemical characterization and antioxidant potential of Arthrospira sp., Thalassiosira sp., and Raphidonema sp. Open
Microalgae are emerging as valuable sources of bioactive compounds. This study evaluates hexane extracts from Thalassiosira sp. and Raphidonema sp., and Arthrospira sp., for their bioactive potential. Saturated fatty acids predominated in …
View article: Blockchain revolution in food supply chains: A positive impact on global food loss and waste
Blockchain revolution in food supply chains: A positive impact on global food loss and waste Open
The rising global population has created an urgent need for increased food production. Food loss and waste remain significant challenges throughout the food supply chain, from cultivation to consumption. Blockchain, a decentralized peer-to…
View article: Chemical and microbial risk assessment of wild edible plants and flowers
Chemical and microbial risk assessment of wild edible plants and flowers Open
The document focuses on the chemical and microbial risk assessment of wild edible plants (WEPs) and flowers, highlighting potential risks from heavy metals, pesticides and microorganisms. WEPs are valuable for human nutrition and gastronom…
View article: Assessment of the Chemical Hazards in Herbs Consumed in Europe: Toxins, Heavy Metals, and Pesticide Residues
Assessment of the Chemical Hazards in Herbs Consumed in Europe: Toxins, Heavy Metals, and Pesticide Residues Open
The increasing global interest in herbs and spices necessitates a thorough examination of the chemical hazards associated with their consumption. The objective of this work was to provide an understanding of the current state and prevalenc…
View article: Unraveling biomolecules, antidiabetic and antioxidants properties of DelitesTM via pharmacoinformatics and in vitro investigation
Unraveling biomolecules, antidiabetic and antioxidants properties of DelitesTM via pharmacoinformatics and in vitro investigation Open
Introduction: Type 2 diabetes (T2D) remains a global health burden characterized by insulin resistance and chronic hyperglycemia, often exacerbated by oxidative stress, leading to severe complications. Despite the efficacy of pharmacologic…
View article: Microbiological and Physicochemical Profile of Traditionally Produced Chouriça de Carne Dry-Fermented Sausages: Towards Benchmarking of Products Against Established Quality Groups
Microbiological and Physicochemical Profile of Traditionally Produced Chouriça de Carne Dry-Fermented Sausages: Towards Benchmarking of Products Against Established Quality Groups Open
The physicochemical and microbiological properties of traditional Portuguese ready-to-eat dry fermented sausage chouriça de carne samples from 14 regional producers were analysed and subjected to multivariate analysis to determine the rela…
View article: Bromophenols in Red Algae: Exploring the Chemistry and Uncovering Biological Benefits of These Unknown Compounds
Bromophenols in Red Algae: Exploring the Chemistry and Uncovering Biological Benefits of These Unknown Compounds Open
Bromophenols, which belong to the family of phenolic compounds, are halogenated secondary metabolites characterized by the incorporation of bromine atoms into the phenol ring structure, resulting in unique chemical properties. These compou…