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Soyasaponin and α-tomatine inhibit in vitro bioaccessibility of cholesterol [PDF]

, 2008
Saponins are a structurally diverse family of secondary plant metabolites that confer protection against pathogens and predators. These compounds consist of triterpene or steroidal nuclei (aglycones) covalently linked to either mono- or oligo ...
Carlson, Emily
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Valorization of Rice By‐Products Through Conventional and Emerging Extraction Technologies: Trends, Challenges, and Applications

Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, Volume 25, Issue 3, May 2026.
ABSTRACT Rice and by‐products, such as rice bran (RB), defatted RB (DRB), rice husk (RH), rice straw (RS), and broken rice, represent abundant yet underutilized resources within the rice value chain. These fractions are nutritionally dense, containing proteins, lipids, dietary fibers, phenolics, and other bioactives that can be transformed into high ...
Shabnam Haghighat Khajavi, Aidin Taromsari, Kiana Moradi, Maria Concetta Tenuta, Giovanna Ferrentino   +4 more
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Fucoidan: An Update on Function, Role in Human Health and Applications

Chemical Biology &Drug Design, Volume 107, Issue 5, May 2026.
Fucoidan is a promising bioactive compound with anti‐inflammatory, anticoagulant, anticancer, antioxidant, antiviral, and cardioprotective properties. In addition, thanks to its epigenetic potential, ability to modulate autophagic mechanisms and possibility adjuvant agent or bioactive component of the drug delivery systems, fucoidan is a promising ...
Sharon Critelli, Marilena Celano
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POTENTIAL HEALTHCARE SAVINGS FROM PLANT STEROL ENRICHED FOODS IN CANADA [PDF]

Increased consumption of foods containing plant sterols has the potential to reduce the incidence of coronary heart disease (CHD) and thus reduce costs associated with treating that disease in a significant way.
Carlberg, Jared G., Gyles, Collin, Jones, Peter J.H.   +2 more
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Incorporation of Kombucha Bacterial Cellulose to Produce Tomato Leathers via Cast‐Tape Drying

Journal of Food Process Engineering, Volume 49, Issue 5, May 2026.
Tomato leathers containing kombucha bacterial cellulose (KBC) were produced by cast‐tape drying. The incorporation of KBC changes the drying time of tomato leathers by cast‐tape drying. Tomato leathers containing KBC had antioxidant properties and consumer acceptability similar to tomato leather without KBC.
Fernando Ribeiro de Souza, Raquel da Silva Simão, Diego Castro Squinello, Luisa Maria Figueiredo Lima, João Borges Laurindo, Germán Ayala Valencia   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Stem Cells in Cosmetic Applications: Advancements, Challenges, and Future Directions

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Volume 25, Issue 5, May 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Biotechnology has significantly impacted the cosmetics industry, particularly through the incorporation of plant stem cells, which possess regenerative properties beneficial for skincare. Aims This review aims to evaluate the potential benefits and challenges of using plant stem cells in cosmetics, while discussing future directions
Farid KarkonShayan, Nasim Saderi, Iman Morshedi, Behnaz Ghamari, Sepideh KarkonShayan   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Gastrointestinal activity of saponins from soy and tomato [PDF]

, 2009
Saponins, a structurally diverse family of secondary plant metabolites, possess anti-carcinogenic, hypolipemic, hypocholesterolemic, and immune-enhancing activities.
Carlson, Emily
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High cholesterol absorption efficiency interferes with bile acid metabolism and cholesterol elimination from the body

Journal of Internal Medicine, Volume 299, Issue 5, Page 628-638, May 2026.
Abstract Background Elevated low‐density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol causes atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases. Variables of whole‐body cholesterol metabolism, for example, high cholesterol absorption efficiency, might also be atherogenic, whereas the role of bile acids is controversial.
Piia Simonen, Ingmar Wester, Jyri Lommi, Juha Sinisalo, Helena Gylling   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Current Trends, Future Prospects and Constraints of Whole Microalgae and Their Fractions as a Functional Feed Ingredient for Animals

Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition, Volume 110, Issue 3, Page 324-338, May 2026.
ABSTRACT Microalgae are a highly diverse group of unicellular organisms that grow in a wide range of aquatic environments and are widely used as dietary supplements for both human and animal applications. Microalgae are rich in lipids, proteins, carbohydrates and other valuable bioactive components such as pigments, antioxidants and vitamins.
Sietse Jan Koopmans, Simon Roques, Edoardo Zaccaria, Annemarie Mens, Soumya Kanti Kar   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Phytochemical Constituents and Biological Activity of Curcuma Aeruginosa Roxb., C.Ochrorhiza Val. and Andrographis Asculata Nees [PDF]

, 2006
Tropical plants have been acknowledged to be the source of variety of forest products that could be exploited as potential pharmaceutical, natural insecticides, oils, foods and other industrial goods.
Md. Saad, Suhaila
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