Comparative Study on Structural, Functional, and Biological Properties of Enzymatic Protein Hydrolysates from Different Legumes Native to Vietnam.

The growing demand for plant-based proteins reflects a consumer shift toward healthier and more sustainable lifestyles. Among these, hydrolyzed proteins have garnered attention due to their enhanced functional properties and biological activities compared to crude proteins. This study investigated the impact of enzymatic hydrolysis using Alcalase on the functional, technological, and biological properties of proteins derived from various beans, including yellow bean (Vigna radiata L.

Fermentation of Ngoc Linh ginseng (Panax vietnamensis Ha et Grushv.) root extract using Levilactobacillus brevis QD-1: Changes in majonoside R2 content and pharmacological activities.

This study investigated the biotransform beneficial effects of Levilactobacillus brevis QD-1 fermentation on the bioactive compounds and pharmacological activities of Ngoc Linh ginseng root extract through in silico and in vitro analyses. Whole-genome sequencing revealed that L. brevis QD-1 lacks virulence factors and biogenic amine synthesis genes, confirming its safety for food and pharmaceutical applications.

Microencapsulation of roselle ( L.) anthocyanins: Effects of drying conditions on some physicochemical properties and antioxidant activities of spray-dried powder.

Anthocyanins are important phytochemical compounds in nature that are of interest not only for their health benefits such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-carcinogenic properties, but also for their role in imparting attractive and characteristic color to food products. In this study, anthocyanins from hibiscus ( L.) calyces were microencapsulated by spray-drying technique using maltodextrin as the carrier.

Comparison of Phytochemical Contents, Antioxidant and Antibacterial Activities of Various Solvent Extracts Obtained from 'Maluma' Avocado Pulp Powder.

Although avocado is a superfood rich in phytochemicals with high antioxidant activities, studies on the antibacterial properties of its pulp are limited, except for seed and peel portions. In this study, three types of solvent (acetone, methanol, and diethyl ether) were used to obtain the extracts from "Maluma" avocado pulp powder prepared by infrared drying. The extracts were analyzed for total polyphenols, phytopigments (total chlorophylls and carotenoids), antioxidant activities (ferric-reducing antioxidant power (FRAP), 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), and 2,2-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid (ABTS) assays), and antibacterial activities against seven pathogens ( ATCC 9290, ATCC 8739, ATCC 6539, ATCC 17802, ATCC 25933, ATCC 6538, and ATCC 11778).

Kinetic Study on Chlorophyll and Antioxidant Activity from (L.) Harms Leaves via Microwave-Assisted Extraction.

(L.) leaves contain significant bioactive compounds with high antioxidant activity such as chlorophylls, total polyphenols, etc. but these have still been underutilized.

Effects of drying conditions in low-temperature microwave-assisted drying on bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity of dehydrated bitter melon ( L.).

Bitter melon ( L.) is a fruit that brings health benefits to consumers because the fruit is rich in bioactive compounds. In this work, a combination of low-temperature convective drying and microwave radiation was used to dehydrate sliced bitter melon.

Effects of microwave blanching conditions on the quality of green asparagus ( L.) butt segment.

Blanching is a pretreatment method that is often applied in fruit and vegetable processing to inhibit enzyme activity and reduce loss of food quality. It was recently discovered that well-controlled microwave volumetric heating could improve the blanching efficiency and retain nutritional and sensorial values of product. This study was conducted to investigate effects of microwave blanching conditions on the quality of green asparagus ( L.