Nanoliposome-embedded alginate/κ-carrageenan double-network composite beads: Characterization, molecular interactions, texture, and gastrointestinal release of quercetin.

This study developed nanoliposome-integrated composite beads for the encapsulation and controlled release delivery of quercetin (Q) by incorporating various concentrations of quercetin-loaded nanoliposomes (QNLs, 96.9 nm diameter) into a sodium alginate/κ-carrageenan mixture. The microstructural, stability, textural, swelling, and gastrointestinal (GI) release properties of wet and dry beads were analyzed.

Fourier transformed near-infrared combined with chemometric analysis: Sustainable quantification of natural laxatives in Cassia plants.

FT-NIR and chemometrics are vital analytical tools for medicinal plant quality control. This study aimed to establish a rapid technique for quantifying sennoside A and B in Cassia plants (i.e.

Polysaccharide isolated from wax apple suppresses ethyl carbamate-induced oxidative damage in human hepatocytes.

Wax apple () has received growing research interest for its high nutritional and medicinal value due to its constituents such as polysaccharide, organic acids, flavonoids, minerals, and other substances. In this study, wax apple polysaccharide (WAP) was isolated from this plant and its protective effect against ethyl carbamate (EC)‍-induced oxidative damage was evaluated in human hepatocytes (L02 cells). Firstly, a series of analyses such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), high-performance gel permeation chromatography (HPGPC), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS), and H and C nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) were conducted to identify the structure of WAP.

Green synthesis of nanolipo-fibersomes using Nutriose® FB 06 for delphinidin-3-O-sambubioside delivery: Characterization, physicochemical properties, and application.

Anthocyanins are potential bioactive compounds with less bioavailability due to instability in physicochemical and physiological harsh environments. This study synthesized a "nanolipo-fibersomes (NLFS)" using Lipoid® S75 and Nutriose® FB 06 (dextrinization of wheat starch) through a self-assembly technique with probe sonication. We aimed to encapsulate delphinidin-3-O-sambubioside (D3S) successfully and evaluate physicochemical and controlled release properties with improved antioxidant activity on palmitic acid (PA)-induced colonic cells (Caco-2 cells).

Ultrasound-assisted ascorbic acid solution pretreated hot-air drying improves drying characteristics and quality of jujube slices.

Background: The effective hot-air drying of foods such as jujube requires an effective green pretreatment alternative to chemical pretreatments. Jujube slices were pretreated using 5 and 10 mg mL ultrasound-assisted vitamin C (UVC) for 10, 20, and 30 min, followed by hot-air drying.

Results: Ultrasound-assisted vitamin C pretreatment for 10, 20, and 30 min modulated the characteristics of fresh jujube slices such as water loss (from -28.

Mulberry Anthocyanins Ameliorate DSS-Induced Ulcerative Colitis by Improving Intestinal Barrier Function and Modulating Gut Microbiota.

Mulberry has attracted wide attention due to its substantial nutritional values. This work first studied the protective effect of mulberry anthocyanins (MAS) on dextran sulfate sodium (DSS)-induced colitis. The mice experiment was designed as four groups including normal mice (Control), dextran sodium sulfate (DSS)-fed mice, and DSS plus 100 mg/kg·bw MAS-fed mice (LMAS-DSS) or DSS plus 200 mg/kg·bw MAS-fed mice (HMAS-DSS).

Assessment of quality deviation of pork and salmon due to temperature fluctuations during superchilling.

Superchilling is an emerging technology for meat preservation; however, the temperature changes during the process have been commonly ignored. Thus, the effects of temperature fluctuations on meat quality during superchilling are yet to be evaluated. In our study, pork loins and salmon fillets were stored for several days (0, 8, 15, 23, and 30 d) under different temperature fluctuations based on -3.

An updated and comprehensive review on the potential health effects of curcumin-encapsulated micro/nanoparticles.

Curcumin (CUR) is a natural hydrophobic compound, which is available in turmeric rhizome. It has several bioactivities including antioxidant, anti-obesity, anti-diabetic, cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anticancer, and other activities. Despite its medical and biological benefits, it is using in limitations because of its hydrophobicity and sensitivity.

Pelargonidin---Glucoside Encapsulated Pectin-Chitosan-Nanoliposomes Recovers Palmitic Acid-Induced Hepatocytes Injury.

Pelargonidin---glucoside (Pg) is a well-known anthocyanin derivative possessing potential biological activity. Nonetheless, the bioactivity of Pg is limited due to instability in the physiological environment. Functionalized nanoliposomes using chitosan and/or pectin coating is an excellent carrier system for nanoencapsulation of food bioactive compounds such as Pg.

Curcumin Suppresses Lead-Induced Inflammation and Memory Loss in Mouse Model and In Silico Molecular Docking.

This study examined the efficacy of curcumin (Cur) against lead (Pb)-induced oxidative damage, inflammation, and cholinergic dysfunction. Institute for Cancer Research (ICR) mice received Pb (II) acetate in drinking water (1%) with or without Cur via oral gavage. Blood and brain tissues were collected for investigation.

Transcriptomic Analysis of Root Restriction Effects on the Primary Metabolites during Grape Berry Development and Ripening.

Root restriction (RR) has been reported to enhance grape berry quality in diverse aspects of grape life. In this study, RR-induced increases in the main primary metabolites in the grape berry and the expression of their related genes were studied at different developmental stages. Mainly the transcriptomic and metabolomic level were analyzed using 'Summer Black' grape berry as a material.

Chemical composition, quality attributes and antioxidant activity of stirred-type yogurt enriched with Lour fruit powder.

This study for the first time used Lour fruit powder (MDLP) as a novel functional ingredient for improving the quality of stirred-type yogurt (STY). Physicochemical properties, polyphenol content, antioxidant activity, textural analysis, fat globules, microstructure, and sensorial properties of MDLP-fortified STY were evaluated during storage (at 4 °C). The results indicated that MDLP significantly ( < 0.

Potential micro-/nano-encapsulation systems for improving stability and bioavailability of anthocyanins: An updated review.

Anthocyanins (ACNs) are notable hydrophilic compounds that belong to the flavonoid family, which are available in plants. They have excellent antioxidants, anti-obesity, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, anticancer activity, and so on. Furthermore, ACNs can be used as a natural dye in the food industry (food colorant).

leaf extract partially recovers lead-induced renotoxicity through modulating the cell signaling pathways.

This research investigated the reno-protective effect of Linn. (TL) in a lead-induced toxicity test through the modulation of cell signaling pathways. The study carried out to evaluate the effect of TL leaf extracts in Swiss Albino mice exposed to lead acetate (PbAc).

Green alternative methods for pretreatment of whole jujube before the drying process.

Background: Jujube contains a waxy cuticle that acts as a barrier against fungal pathogens, prevents nutrition damage and leakage due to mechanical damage, and maintains water content. Chemical treatment before drying is the most commonly used method for whole jujube. Although chemical pretreatment can effectively enhance drying kinetics, it can lead to the loss of soluble nutrients and cause food safety issues due to chemical residues.

Suppression of palmitic acid-induced hepatic oxidative injury by neohesperidin-loaded pectin-chitosan decorated nanoliposomes.

The biological activity of neohesperidin (NH, a flavanone glycoside) is limited due to instability in the physiological environment. Thus, the current study aimed to explore the protective effect of NH-loaded pectin-chitosan decorated liposomes (P-CH-NH-NL) against palmitic acid (PA)-induced hepatic oxidative injury in L02 cells. The particles were characterized using DLS, TEM, HPLC, DSC, and cellular uptake study.

Effect of cold plasma pretreated hot-air drying on the physicochemical characteristics, nutritional values and antioxidant activity of shiitake mushroom.

Background: Shiitake mushroom is one of the most popular delicious vegetables, although fresh shiitake mushroom has short shelf life as a result of biochemical degradation. Drying can prolong the shelf life of mushroom. Additionally, application of cold plasma pretreatments (CPT) before drying can preserve the product quality, processing costs and nutritional values.

Surface decoration of neohesperidin-loaded nanoliposome using chitosan and pectin for improving stability and controlled release.

The aim of this study was to improve the physicochemical stability of neohesperidin (NH) using nanoliposomal encapsulation in association with surface decoration strategy employing chitosan (CH) and pectin (P). Different nanoliposomal systems, i.e.

Improving the physicochemical stability and functionality of nanoliposome using green polymer for the delivery of pelargonidin-3-O-glucoside.

This study aimed to improve the physicochemical stability of nanoliposome (NL) with enhanced functionality for the delivery of Pelargonidin-3-O-glucoside (P3G) using biopolymers, i.e. chitosan (CH) and pectin (P).

Cold plasma: An emerging pretreatment technology for the drying of jujube slices.

Jujube slices were pretreated by cold plasma for 15, 30, and 60 s on each side, followed by hot air drying at 50, 60, and 70 °C. Scanning electron microscopy investigation indicated that the application of cold plasma significantly changed the surface topography of jujube slice by etching larger cavities, which can facilitate moisture transfer and consequently enhance drying rate and effective diffusivity. Modified Henderson & Pabis model and Two-term model were the two most recommended models for describing the drying kinetics of jujube slices.

Colonic delivery of pelargonidin-3-O-glucoside using pectin-chitosan-nanoliposome: Transport mechanism and bioactivity retention.

Colon-targeted delivery is an active area of research as it can improve drug stability, bioactivity, and lessen the systematic toxicity. In this study, the colon-specific delivery of pelargonidin-3-O-glucoside (P3G) was investigated using pectin (P)/chitosan (CH)-functionalized nanoliposome (NL). The food simulant stability, transport mechanism, and bioactivity retention potential of carrier systems were studied.

In vitro study of bioaccessibility, antioxidant, and α-glucosidase inhibitory effect of pelargonidin-3-O-glucoside after interacting with beta-lactoglobulin and chitosan/pectin.

Polysaccharides and fruit extracts are applied in dairy products to enhance their nutritional property, but the effects of such formulations on the functions and biological activities are yet to be explored. Therefore, this study was aimed at evaluating the effect of interactions among milk protein (beta-lactoglobulin; BLG), polysaccharides (pectin, P; chitosan, CH), and anthocyanin (pelargonidin-3-O-glucoside; P3G) in improving the bioavailability and biological activity of P3G. After gastrointestinal digestion (GID), the content of free P3G in different model solutions were as follows: P3G-alone (73.

Short-Time Administration of Xanthone From Fruit Pericarp Attenuates the Hepatotoxicity and Renotoxicity of Type II Diabetes Mice.

Our previous studies reported that xanthone can protect from hyperglycemia-induced diabetes mellitus (DM) via possessing antioxidant activity. An attempt has been made to evaluate the protective effect of xanthone against hepatotoxicity and renotoxicity of high-fat-diet and single-dose-streptozotocin-induced DM mice. In this research, antioxidant and antidiabetic assays were performed.