Halal Perspectives on Grasshoppers (Locusts): A Path to Sustainable and Nutritionally Acceptable Alternative Protein Source.

The food system is under increased pressure because of the need for sustainability, greater food safety, and increasing need for protein sources. Grasshopper-based food products are becoming a new option. Products made from grasshoppers represent a sustainable and nutritious alternative to traditional livestock.

Differences in physicochemical and functional properties of from-concentrate and not-from-concentrate apple pomace: an investigation based on different drying methods.

Background: Apple pomace (AP), a byproduct of apple processing, is nutrient-rich, and its properties are influenced by both the quality of the apples and the juice extraction process. Drying technology can enhance its economic utilization. This study compared the effects of industrial drum drying (ID) and laboratory hot-air drying, heat pump drying and freeze drying (FD) on the physicochemical, functional and structural properties of from-concentrate AP (FC-AP) and not-from-concentrate AP (NFC-AP).

Exploring research advances and future trends in drug resistance in multiple myeloma: A comprehensive bibliometric analysis.

Introduction: This bibliometric analysis aims to explore global trends, research hotspots, and future directions in multidrug resistance of multiple myeloma (MM), providing insights for overcoming resistance mechanisms and optimizing therapeutic strategies.

Methods: We analyzed 3300 publications indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection (2015-2024) using CiteSpace and VOSviewer. Multidimensional evaluations of countries/regions, institutions, authors, journals, and keywords were conducted, supplemented by visual network mapping to elucidate research dynamics and collaborative patterns.

Mechanisms of patulin biodegradation by Wickerhamomyces anomalus XL1 in apple juice.

Patulin (PAT), a mycotoxin primarily produced by Penicillium species, presents a serious food safety challenge due to its widespread occurrence and harmful health effects. Among current detoxification approaches, yeast-based degradation is particularly promising, offering high efficiency, environmental sustainability, and preservation of food quality-key attributes for industrial application. However, the enzymatic pathways involved and the potential for concurrent quality enhancement remain poorly understood.

Superiority of ultrasound-extracted Flammulina velutipes polysaccharides over hot water-extracted ones in mitigating colonic cell pyroptosis: Discoveries into modulation of NLRP3 pathway.

Flammulina velutipes is a major edible fungus with abundant yield and mature industrial production technology. Its main functional component, Flammulina velutipes polysaccharide, has huge development and utilization value. In light of the current uncertainty regarding the mechanisms by which Flammulina velutipes polysaccharides prevent colonic cell pyroptosis, the mechanisms of ultrasound-extracted Flammulina velutipes polysaccharide (FVPU2) in inhibiting colonic cell pyroptosis in mice were investigated, and compared with Flammulina velutipes polysaccharide extracted via hot water extraction (FVPH2).

Effects of ultrasonication on the emulsification behavior and nutritional properties of myofibrillar protein-tussah pupa (Antheraea pernyi) protein complexes: A multiscale investigation.

Tussah pupa protein (TPP), rich in diverse bioactive components and demonstrating extensive physiological activities, has attracted attention in food processing. However, its limited emulsion stability restricts application potential, requiring improvement of techno-functional properties. The effects of myofibrillar protein (MP) compounding coupled with ultrasonic treatment on the emulsifying properties and nutritional value of TPP were systematically investigated from a multi-scale perspective in this study.

Sustainably derived turmeric nanoparticles enhance gastrointestinal bioavailability of curcumin.

Turmeric-derived curcumin offers various health benefits but has poor bioavailability due to low water solubility and rapid gastrointestinal degradation. A recently proposed raw-to-nano strategy enables the direct formulation of turmeric nanoparticles from raw turmeric, using inherent biopolymers to encapsulate and protect curcumin. However, it remains unclear how these nanoparticles enhance gastrointestinal bioavailability and how food matrices influence this process.

Efficacy of Ginkgo biloba extract in controlling patulin production by Penicillium expansum in sweet cherries.

Fungal toxin contamination presents significant hazards to agroecosystems and food safety. Penicillium expansum (P. expansum) emerges as a primary threat, damaging sweet cherries through spoilage and generating the hazardous mycotoxin patulin (PAT).

Machine learning and GC-MS revealing the characteristic flavour compounds of Cheddar cheese origin-independent at different ripening periods.

The complexity of cheese flavour components, different origin and variability in experimental data have hindered credible flavour description of Cheddar cheese at different ripening time periods. This study combined GC-MS with machine learning to explore the common characteristic ingredients of Cheddar cheese independent of origin during ripening stage at 6-12 °C. A random forest model among six classifiers performed best in assessing Cheddar cheese ripening time and 14 flavour substances (ketones, acids, and lactones) were selected as characteristic flavours by recursive feature elimination from 66 flavour substances to train the model.

In vitro bioaccessibility of carotenoids in satsuma mandarin juice: Effects of high hydrostatic pressure and it-mediated matrix changes.

In this study, the effects of high hydrostatic pressure (HHP)-mediated alterations in matrix composition on the bioaccessibility of carotenoids in satsuma mandarin juice were assessed. Results showed that the total carotenoid content increased significantly under HHP treatment (300-600 MPa), and the total carotenoids bioaccessibility was optimal at 600 MPa/1 min. The bioaccessibility of carotenoids in satsuma mandarin juice was positively correlated with the contents of titratable acids, total phenols and total sugars, all of which increased significantly after HHP.

Effect of honey-aloe paste on alleviating loperamide-induced constipation, in relation to regulation on gastrointestinal function and intestinal microenvironment.

Food combinations featuring specific functional components represent one of the effective intervention strategies for alleviating functional gastrointestinal disorders induced by dietary and environmental factors. Honey and aloe vera have both been recognized as natural agents with laxative effects, yet the synergistic effects of their combination in alleviating constipation and the underlying regulatory mechanism remain to be elucidated. This study formulated a honey-aloe paste by employing honey as the primary ingredient compounded with aloe vera gel and investigated its preventive effects on loperamide-induced slow-transit constipation through a comprehensive analysis of gastrointestinal function and intestinal microenvironment.

Phage therapy modulates the gut microbiome and immune responses in non-typhoidal Salmonella-induced colitis.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) encompasses two main conditions: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The role of foodborne pathogens, often transmitted through contaminated food, is a subject of ongoing research regarding their potential involvement in IBD. The most common foodborne pathogens S.

Enhanced freeze-drying efficiency in restructured peach: Multiscale insights into heat and mass transfer mechanisms from experiments and computational simulations.

While restructuring agricultural products enhances heat and mass transfer during freeze-drying, the underlying mechanisms remain poorly understood. This study employed a multiscale approach, combining freezing dynamics, sublimation drying kinetics, X-ray tomography, gas permeability assessments, thermodynamic parameters analysis, and mathematical modeling to systematically investigate the differences in transfer properties between natural and restructured peaches across the freezing and sublimation drying processes. Key results demonstrated that restructuring decreased the freezing time by 21.

Exploring the potential of microwave processing for improved microbial safety and nutritional quality of liquid milk.

This study systematically compared the effects of microwave (MW) and conventional thermal (CT) processing on microbial inactivation, enzyme activity, protein retention, and nutritional characteristics of bovine milk under pasteurization (70 °C for 20 s) and ultra-high temperature (UHT) sterilization conditions. Both technologies achieved effective microbial reduction (>4 log CFU/mL) for Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Salmonella spp., complying with EU and FDA safety standards.

Comprehensive study on selenium- and zinc-enriched duck embryo egg powder: component analysis, safety evaluation and prostate protection effect.

Background: Selenium and zinc elements have been proven to participate in immune regulation and infertility improvement. Their potential has been confirmed in in prostatitis and reproductive performance modulation. In this study, first the composition of selenium- and zinc-enriched duck embryo egg (SZDE) powder was analyzed, especially trace elements and oligopeptides.

Ultrasonic extraction, Structural Characterization, and Immunoactivity of Polysaccharides From Syzygium jambos (L.) Alston.

This research emphasized the extraction and separation of polysaccharides derived from Syzygium jambos (L.) Alston (PSJAP-5), as well as analyses of their structural characteristics and immunomodulatory activities. This study initially employed response surface methodology to determine the extraction conditions of polysaccharides.

Stretchable Sensor-Integrated Microfluidic Chip for Monitoring Fatty Acid-Enhanced Serotonin Release from the Intestinal Epithelium.

High-fat foods are decomposed into fatty acids during digestion and absorption, primarily occurring in the gastrointestinal tract, and numerous studies have indicated that long-term high-fat diets significantly increase the incidence of intestinal disorders. As a critical intestinal hormone, serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine, 5-HT) is involved in regulating intestinal peristalsis, secretion, and visceral sensitivity. However, due to the lack of methods capable of reproducing intestinal mechanical activities and in situ monitoring of 5-HT levels, the influence of high-fat diets on intestinal 5-HT release remains unclear.

Perspectives on two major bioactives in ginger, 6-gingerol and 6-shogaol, focusing on the metabolic fate and bioactivities.

Ginger, a globally cultivated spice and medicinal herb, is renowned for its health benefits and distinctive flavor. As ginger's main pungent and bioactive components, 6-gingerol and 6-shogaol share similar physicochemical properties and can be obtained by extraction from ginger or chemical synthesis. After oral ingestion, the biological fate of 6-gingerol and 6-shogaol are influenced by processes including absorption, biotransformation, distribution, and excretion.

3D Carbon Nanostructures Derived from 2D Irida-Graphene: Insights into Structural, Mechanical, Electronic, and Optical Properties.

The exploration of three-dimensional (3D) carbon allotropes has received increasing attention due to their potential in advanced materials and nanotechnology. Irida-Graphene (IG), a two-dimensional carbon allotrope with a structure consisting of 3-6-8 carbon rings, can be used as a precursor for creating 3D materials with tailored properties. This work presents a comprehensive computational characterization of four novel 3D structures derived from IG, named 3D-IG-α, -β, -γ, and -δ.

Application of Chitosan and Pectin-Based Nanoemulsion Coating for the Preservation of Plum () Fruit.

Pectin, a bioactive polysaccharide, was mixed with chitosan (CS) and blended with three essential oil formulations to prepare nanoemulsion-based edible coatings. Three nanoemulsion-based coatings, C, C, and C, comprising chitosan and pectin at ratios of 1:1, 1.25:1.

Bioactive Potential and Health Benefits of L.: A Comprehensive Review.

Fenugreek seeds ( L.) are known for their impressive range of health benefits, thanks to their diverse array of phytochemicals. These include steroidal sapogenins like diosgenin, alkaloids such as trigonelline, as well as flavonoids, saponins, galactomannans, and polyphenols.

Anthocyanins From Sweet Potatoes (): Bioavailability, Mechanisms of Action, and Therapeutic Potential in Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders.

, commonly known as sweet potato, is an increasingly valued functional food because of its vivid coloration and rich bioactive compounds, especially anthocyanins and carotenoids, such as ipomoeaxanthin. This review focuses on the bioavailability, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic potential of sweet potato-derived anthocyanins in diabetes and metabolic disorders. Anthocyanins, which are plant pigments, exhibit high antioxidant activity by scavenging free radicals and stimulating endogenous antioxidant enzymes such as catalase and superoxide dismutase, thereby protecting cellular structures from damage and reducing oxidative damage in vital metabolic organs such as the pancreas, liver, brain, and muscles.

Effect of molecular weight distribution of sesame meal hydrolysates on the flavor profile of cysteine Maillard reaction products.

Unlabelled: A complex enzyme mixture of papain, neutral protease, and flavor protease was used to treat sesame meal at 50 °C for 3 h, yielding four peptide fractions (PF) with distinct molecular weight distributions of PF1 (> 10 kDa), PF2 (3-10 kDa), PF3 (1-3 kDa), and PF4 (< 1 kDa). and xylose were added to peptide mixtures heated to 120 °C in an oil bath for 120 min to form Maillard reaction product (MRP). PF4 peptides (< 1 kDa) had a substantial impact on pH, color, and browning intensity, whereas PF3 peptides (1-3 kDa) improved the meat-like flavor, mouth fullness, and umami taste.

Roasting pretreatment reduces retort odor formation in green tea beverages: Evidence from chemometrics and sensory evaluation.

Aroma degradation is a pivotal technical challenge restricting the development of tea beverages. Addressing the aroma stability is a pressing issue for the tea beverage industry. In this study, the effect of roasting raw materials on the formation of retort odor in green tea beverages was assessed using chemometrics and sensory evaluation.

Delving into textural, rheological, digestion, and microstructural properties of mung bean and chickpea-based sausages as a function of gluten.

Plant-based sausages (PBS) were formulated using heat-induced gelation to assess the influence of gluten in terms of structure, texture profile, rheology, digestibility, and shelf-life of PBS. The PBS formulation contained varying amounts of black chickpea flour, mung bean protein isolate, wheat gluten (WG), and fixed amounts of psyllium husk, water, and oil. WG significantly influenced the color.