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Carotenoid content, phytochemical screening, and antioxidant potential of Kantutay (Lantana camara L.), Katuray (Sesbania grandiflora L.), and Blue Ternate (Clitoria ternatea L.) flowers in the Philippines

International Journal of Secondary Metabolite
Natural product chemistry plays a pivotal role in drug discovery and development. This study investigated the phytochemical profiles and antioxidant capacities of three prominent Philippine plants: Blue ternate (Clitoria ternatea), Kantutay (Lantana ...
Melanie D. Piedad, Lexter Natividad
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Fermentation characteristics of four southern sichuan citrus cultivars

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Abstract Background Sichuan, China's leading citrus‐producing region has strong potential for citrus wine development. Citrus is rich in bioactive compounds that enhance flavor and health value, yet current citrus wines often show weak aroma and bitterness.
Zhiqing Zheng, Cong Li, Jun Zhao, Yi Ma, Jiaming Cui, Tian Zheng, Bin Guo, Tong Lin, Chun Yi, Xingyin Zhang   +9 more
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Influence of different drying techniques on the quality and physicochemical properties of Ghana‐sourced turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) samples

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Abstract Background This study evaluated the influence of four drying techniques—freeze drying (FZD), microwave drying (MCD), oven drying (OVD), and sun drying (SUD)—on the bioactive, nutritional, and physical properties of turmeric. Using standard analytical procedures, the samples were examined for antioxidant activity (DPPH and ABTS assays), total ...
Eric Antiri Aforo, Richard Osae, Maurice Tibiru Apaliya, Irene Akua Idun, Emmanuel Kwaw, Raphael N. Alolga, Francis Appiah   +6 more
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The Expression Profile of Genes Related to Carotenoid Biosynthesis in Pepper Under Abiotic Stress Reveals a Positive Correlation with Plant Tolerance

Life
In light of the increasingly adverse environmental conditions and the concomitant challenges to the survival of important crops, there is a pressing need to enhance the resilience of pepper seedlings to extreme weather. Carotenoid plays an important role
Tingli Wang, Qiaoyun He, Chenyuan Wang, Zhimin Li, Shitao Sun, Xiai Yang, Xiushi Yang, Yanchun Deng, Chunsheng Hou   +8 more
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Nutritional and sensory characteristics of local and hybrid East African Highland cooking bananas: Implications for breeding programs

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Abstract Background Bananas (Musa species) are an important staple food and cash crop in many parts of the world. The East African Highland cooking bananas form the backbone of food security for millions of Ugandans. The demand for high quality cooking bananas is thus closely linked to their sensory characteristics (which drive consumer preference) and
Willy Nelson Kisenyi, Pricilla Marimo, Moses Matovu, Kephas Nowakunda, Ediriisa Mugampoza, Samuel Gafuma, Timothy Omara, Ivan Kiganda   +7 more
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Study on the Metabolic Basis of the Color Formation of Two Color-Presenting Types of Jujube Fruits

Foods
Jujube is a plant of the genus Ziziphus in the family Rhamnaceae; its fruit has high nutritional value, and it is rich in polyphenols, flavonoids, and other secondary metabolites.
Xiaofeng Zhou, Qianqian Shi, Xingang Li, Ze Yuan, Min Yan, Dengyang Lu, Yan Wang, Xiaoqiu Pu, Cuiyun Wu   +8 more
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Development of mango‐flavored soy‐based yogurt: Assessment of physicochemical properties and quality attributes

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Abstract Background Yogurt is a widely consumed fermented dairy product valued for its nutritional quality, functional benefits, and formulation flexibility. Rising consumer interest in healthier and diversified foods has increased attention toward composite plant–dairy yogurts enriched with fruits and legumes.
Richard Osae, Maurice Tibiru Apaliya, Marvel Hinson, Rahima Naa Lamiokor Ishmael, Ellen Nkrumah Quayson, Salomey Danso, Francisca Ekua Enchill, Raphael N. Alolga, Eric Antiri Aforo, Emmanuel kwaw   +9 more
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Upcycling Shellfish Waste: Distribution of Amino Acids, Minerals, and Carotenoids in Body Parts of North Atlantic Crab and Shrimp

Foods
The snow/pink crab (Chionoecetes opilio) and Northern shrimp (Pandalus borealis) are widely distributed in the North Atlantic Ocean. During processing/consumption, about 80% of the harvest is discarded as processing waste, which is a rich source of ...
Abul Hossain, Fereidoon Shahidi
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Review of phytochemical and antioxidant properties of Ethiopian medicinal plants

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Abstract Ethiopia possesses a rich ethnobotanical heritage and diverse medicinal flora that play an important role in traditional healthcare. Many Ethiopian medicinal plants contain bioactive phytochemicals with potential antioxidant properties. This capital of indigenous knowledge has contributed to the documentation of different medicinal plants that
Endalamaw Yihune, Amare Bitew Mekonnen, Getahun Yemata   +2 more
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The Physiological Benefits and Economic Value of Using Fairy Shrimp as Fish Meal for Flowerhorn Cichlids; Amphilophus citrinellus (Günther, 1864) × Cichlasoma trimaculatum (Günther, 1867)

Fishes
The aim of this study was to evaluate the utilization of fairy shrimp (Branchinella thailandensis) meal in the diets of flowerhorn cichlids, on their growth, skin coloration, carotenoid content, antioxidant activity, and innate immunity.
Ploychompoo Weber, Supranee Wigraiboon, Nantaporn Sutthi, Pattira Kasamesiri, Wipavee Thaimuangphol   +4 more
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