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View article: Selective detection of 17β-estradiol in water using an upconversion luminescence–based Förster resonance energy transfer aptasensor
Selective detection of 17β-estradiol in water using an upconversion luminescence–based Förster resonance energy transfer aptasensor Open
View article: Antimicrobial Effects of Chitosan, Mastic Essential Oil and Citric Acid, and Their Combinations on the Spoilage Microbiota of “Guacamole”: An Avocado-Based Salad
Antimicrobial Effects of Chitosan, Mastic Essential Oil and Citric Acid, and Their Combinations on the Spoilage Microbiota of “Guacamole”: An Avocado-Based Salad Open
Guacamole is an avocado-based Ready-to-Eat (RTE) salad product, consumed globally and increasingly popular due to health trends. Its composition, characterized by a relatively neutral pH and stable water activity, creates favorable conditi…
View article: Date byproduct polysaccharides enhance gut health via microbiota-dependent metabolic pathways and immune stability: In-vivo study
Date byproduct polysaccharides enhance gut health via microbiota-dependent metabolic pathways and immune stability: In-vivo study Open
View article: Loss of nutritionally relevant microRNAs in cow milk–based infant formulas compared with raw camel and buffalo milk reveals molecular and functional disparities
Loss of nutritionally relevant microRNAs in cow milk–based infant formulas compared with raw camel and buffalo milk reveals molecular and functional disparities Open
Milk-derived microRNAs (miRNAs) have attracted increasing attention due to their involvement in regulation of biological processes. However, the degree to which these molecules are conserved in infant formulas remains unclear. Herein, a hi…
View article: Profiling of microRNAs from infant formulas powder: Extraction, functional enrichment analysis, and implications for infant nutrition
Profiling of microRNAs from infant formulas powder: Extraction, functional enrichment analysis, and implications for infant nutrition Open
View article: Characterization of dietary fiber and soluble carbohydrates in date fruits (Phoenix dactylifera L.)
Characterization of dietary fiber and soluble carbohydrates in date fruits (Phoenix dactylifera L.) Open
Understanding the physicochemical and structural properties of the dietary fiber present in date fruits is useful for its onward processing for food and non-food applications. This research fractionated dietary fiber from four date fruit c…
View article: Unveiling the novel properties of Boswellia sacra Omani gum: Physicochemical, morphological and thermal stability insights
Unveiling the novel properties of Boswellia sacra Omani gum: Physicochemical, morphological and thermal stability insights Open
View article: Beyond acacia: exploring the unique rheological properties and flowability of Boswellia Sacra gum for industrial use
Beyond acacia: exploring the unique rheological properties and flowability of Boswellia Sacra gum for industrial use Open
View article: Exploring protein-based films and coatings for active food packaging applications: A comprehensive review
Exploring protein-based films and coatings for active food packaging applications: A comprehensive review Open
Proteins-based films and coatings offer an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to conventional petroleum-based materials for food packaging applications. These protein-based materials can be extracted from renewable source…
View article: Ultra-trace detection of carbamate pesticides and their metabolites in camel milk using ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography: A food safety perspective
Ultra-trace detection of carbamate pesticides and their metabolites in camel milk using ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography: A food safety perspective Open
Camel milk is a vital dietary component in African and Middle Eastern cultures, particularly in countries such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Therefore, it is crucial to monitor pesticide levels in camel milk samples to maintain high s…
View article: Valorization of Fruit Pomace by Enzymatic Treatment and Microbial Fermentation
Valorization of Fruit Pomace by Enzymatic Treatment and Microbial Fermentation Open
Fruit pomace is a major processing byproduct abundant in fermentable sugars, dietary fibers, and phenolic and other bioactive compounds. This review provides a summary of the latest developments in fruit pomace enzymatic valorization and m…
View article: Effects of plasmin on camel and bovine model cheeses: Protein degradation, texture, and rheology
Effects of plasmin on camel and bovine model cheeses: Protein degradation, texture, and rheology Open
This study investigated the effects of plasmin addition on the physicochemical, textural, and rheological properties throughout the ripening process of cheeses made of camel and bovine milk. Model cheeses were produced with varying plasmin…
View article: Micellar Calcium Phosphate Adjustments in Camel Milk: Rennet‐Induced Gel Properties, Digestibility, and Bioactivities of Bioaccessible Compounds
Micellar Calcium Phosphate Adjustments in Camel Milk: Rennet‐Induced Gel Properties, Digestibility, and Bioactivities of Bioaccessible Compounds Open
Camel milk exhibits unique properties, notably its weak gel formation during coagulation, which can be attributed to high β ‐casein and low κ ‐casein concentrations, as well as larger casein micelles. This study investigates the role of mi…
View article: Profiling protein hydrolysis and amino acid metabolism in camel and bovine milk fermented by Lactobacillus helveticus, L. bulgaricus, and Streptococcus thermophilus
Profiling protein hydrolysis and amino acid metabolism in camel and bovine milk fermented by Lactobacillus helveticus, L. bulgaricus, and Streptococcus thermophilus Open
Fermented milk has received significant attention due to its multiple health benefits. The fermentation of milk is a complex and dynamic process that is greatly affected by the selection of the starter cultures. This study examined the imp…
View article: Fortifying bread rolls with date fruit fiber: Effects on dietary fiber, antioxidant capacity, mineral content, and glycemic response
Fortifying bread rolls with date fruit fiber: Effects on dietary fiber, antioxidant capacity, mineral content, and glycemic response Open
This study explored the effects of fortifying bread rolls with desugared date fruit pomace on their nutritional value. Bread rolls containing 0, 5, 10, 15, and 20 % date fruit pomace were analyzed for macro- and micronutrients, dietary fib…
View article: Prebiotic potential of Ceratonia siliqua polysaccharides: Ultrasound-assisted extraction enhances gut microbial diversity and metabolic activity
Prebiotic potential of Ceratonia siliqua polysaccharides: Ultrasound-assisted extraction enhances gut microbial diversity and metabolic activity Open
Ultrasound-assisted extraction was optimized for efficient recovery of plant-based polysaccharides from Ceratonia siliqua pulp. The extracted polysaccharide underwent purification via deproteinization, dialysis, and DEAE-52 ion exchange ch…
View article: Characterization, biofunctionalities, and in vitro gut microbiota modulation of nanoparticles polysaccharides ultrasonically extracted from date seeds
Characterization, biofunctionalities, and in vitro gut microbiota modulation of nanoparticles polysaccharides ultrasonically extracted from date seeds Open
Selenium nanoparticles (UP-SeNPs) were synthesized from ultrasonically extracted date seed polysaccharides (UP) using a redox reaction between sodium selenite and ascorbic acid. The UP-SeNPs were effectively characterized for their particl…
View article: Effect of Heat Pasteurization and Sterilization on Milk Safety, Composition, Sensory Properties, and Nutritional Quality
Effect of Heat Pasteurization and Sterilization on Milk Safety, Composition, Sensory Properties, and Nutritional Quality Open
Milk pasteurization and sterilization by heat treatment have an exciting history, which followed steady steps. The main aim of these treatments is to extend the shelf life of milk by destroying pathogenic and milk spoilage bacteria. With d…
View article: Characterization and immune-modulatory roles of branched glucan and acetylated gluco-oligosaccharides produced by glucansucrase 40 from Leuconostoc mesenteroides YTU 40
Characterization and immune-modulatory roles of branched glucan and acetylated gluco-oligosaccharides produced by glucansucrase 40 from Leuconostoc mesenteroides YTU 40 Open
View article: Plant polysaccharide‐capped nanoparticles: A sustainable approach to modulate gut microbiota and advance functional food applications
Plant polysaccharide‐capped nanoparticles: A sustainable approach to modulate gut microbiota and advance functional food applications Open
Plant‐derived polysaccharides have emerged as sustainable biopolymers for fabricating nanoparticles (polysaccharide‐based nanomaterials [PS‐NPs]), presenting unique opportunities to enhance food functionality and human health. PS‐NPs exhib…
View article: High pressure processing of hummus: Enhancing microbial safety and stability, and reducing lipid oxidation
High pressure processing of hummus: Enhancing microbial safety and stability, and reducing lipid oxidation Open
Hummus provides an ideal environment for microbial growth. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the effect of high-pressure processing (HPP) on i) microbial safety/quality, ii) physical/chemical properties, and iii) sensory charac…
View article: Date pomace polysaccharides-capped selenium nanoparticles: Biosynthesis, optimization, physicochemical characterization, biological activities, stability and gut microbiota modulation
Date pomace polysaccharides-capped selenium nanoparticles: Biosynthesis, optimization, physicochemical characterization, biological activities, stability and gut microbiota modulation Open
Selenium nanoparticles (Se-NPS) are recognized for their bioavailability and low toxicity, though their inherent instability limits broader applications. This study explored the biosynthesis and functional properties of selenium nanopartic…
View article: Changes in Microbial Safety and Quality of High-Pressure Processed Camel Milk
Changes in Microbial Safety and Quality of High-Pressure Processed Camel Milk Open
High-pressure processing (HPP) is used as a non-thermal approach for controlling microbial viability. The purposes of this study were to (i) establish the decimal reduction times (D-values) for pathogenic bacteria during 350 MPa HPP treatm…
View article: Quality of bread rolls fortified with date fruit pomace: Structure, proximate composition, staling, and sensory evaluation
Quality of bread rolls fortified with date fruit pomace: Structure, proximate composition, staling, and sensory evaluation Open
This study explored the effect of fortification of bread rolls by a high-fibre dietary ingredient from date fruit pomace. Structure, proximate composition, texture, staling, and sensory quality of bread rolls were studied. Flour fortificat…
View article: Effect of bovine and buffalo ghee fractionation on triacylglycerol profile, lipid nutritional quality indices, thermal behavior, and tocopherol content: A comparative analysis with 2 categories of infant formula fat
Effect of bovine and buffalo ghee fractionation on triacylglycerol profile, lipid nutritional quality indices, thermal behavior, and tocopherol content: A comparative analysis with 2 categories of infant formula fat Open
The increased use of dairy fat in various applications is facilitated by its fractionation into hard and liquid fractions. Herein, the fractionation of bovine ghee and buffalo ghee was investigated, and triacylglycerol (TAG) profiles of mi…
View article: Critical Role of Surfactants in Enhancing the Photoluminescence Quantum Yield and Decay Kinetics of the Nayb0.48gd0.5f4:2%Er3+ Nanoparticles
Critical Role of Surfactants in Enhancing the Photoluminescence Quantum Yield and Decay Kinetics of the Nayb0.48gd0.5f4:2%Er3+ Nanoparticles Open
View article: 2024 International Symposium Supporting the Development of the Camel Milk Sector
2024 International Symposium Supporting the Development of the Camel Milk Sector Open
The International Symposium “Supporting the Development of the Camel Milk Sector”, organized by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) in collaboration with the Global Food Regulatory Science Society (GFoRSS), the dis…
View article: Exopolysaccharides from camel milk-derived Limosilactobacillus reuteri C66: Structural characterization, bioactive and rheological properties for food applications
Exopolysaccharides from camel milk-derived Limosilactobacillus reuteri C66: Structural characterization, bioactive and rheological properties for food applications Open
View article: Unleashing the antimicrobial potential of high-pressure processing on beverages, sauces, purées, and milk: A predictive modelling approach
Unleashing the antimicrobial potential of high-pressure processing on beverages, sauces, purées, and milk: A predictive modelling approach Open
High-pressure processing (HPP) is of great interest due to the nutritive and environmental concerns arising from thermal treatments. The aims of this review were to i) evaluate the efficiency of HPP on the viability of pathogenic and spoil…
View article: Garlic and Chitosan Improve the Microbial Quality of Hummus and Reduce Lipid Oxidation
Garlic and Chitosan Improve the Microbial Quality of Hummus and Reduce Lipid Oxidation Open
This study investigated the antimicrobial and antioxidant effects of garlic and chitosan on hummus. Hummus was prepared by using 0.5% or 1% (w/w) chitosan, with or without 1% (w/w) garlic, and samples were stored at 4, 10, or 25 °C for 28,…