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Optimization of Ultrasound‐Assisted Extraction of Seabuckthorn (Hippophae salicifolia) Seed Oil With the Use of Response Surface Methodology

Future Postharvest and Food, EarlyView.
Ultrasound‐assisted extraction (UAE) of seabuckthorn seed oil enhanced yield (17.95%), antioxidant activity (IC50: 5.25 μg/mL), and carotenoid content (266.63 mg/100 g). The oil, rich in unsaturated fatty acids (83.15%), exhibited superior quality, thermal stability, and potential applications in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, making UAE a ...
Mrityunjoy Das, Baikuntha Jyoti Gogoi, Ajitabh Bora, D. V. Kamboj, N. L. Raju   +4 more
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Oleogels as Emerging Solid Fat Substitutes: Basic Characteristics, Preparation Strategies, and Food Applications

Food Safety and Health, EarlyView.
This article reviews the basic characteristics, factors affecting properties of oleogels, and preparation methods of oleogels. Meanwhile, their applications in meat products, dairy products, baked goods, and delivering bioactive compounds are highly summarized.
Wenyuan Zhang, Wenjin Han, Ning Zhou, Ziyue Xu, Jiayi Song, Dapeng Li, Yannan Chen   +6 more
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Review of phytochemical and antioxidant properties of Ethiopian medicinal plants

JSFA reports, EarlyView.
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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Effect of phytosterols on the performance, lipid metabolism, and antioxidation capacity of sows

Journal of Animal Science and Technology
In late gestation, sows undergo drastic changes in lipid metabolism and oxidative stress. Phytosterols are plant-derived compounds that can enhance the antioxidant status and regulate lipid metabolism to improve the growth performance of pigs.
Yucheng Zhu, Shiyi Shi, Hang Zhang, Xiangyu Xiao, Shaoshuai Wang, Chengquan Tan, Tongxing Song   +6 more
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Gymnema sylvestre: Bioactive constituents, health benefits, and emerging applications in nutraceuticals and functional foods

JSFA reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Gymnema sylvestre (Retz.) R.Br. ex‐Schult., commonly known as “gurmar” or “sugar destroyer,” belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is traditionally used in Ayurveda for diabetes management. This review synthesizes ethnomedicinal evidence with contemporary pharmacological studies, to evaluate the therapeutic properties and mechanistic actions ...
Faiza Saeed, Muhammad Tauseef Sultan, Hassan Raza, Ahmad Mujtaba Noman, Nimra Haroon, Entessar Mohammad Al Jbawi   +5 more
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Integrated phytochemical and bioactivity profiling of Xanthium strumarium fruits from Korea and China: Implications for origin‐specific quality specification

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Geographic origin influences the phytochemical composition and biological activities of medicinal plant resources. Xanthium strumarium L. (XS) fruit is widely used in East Asian traditional medicine. However, current pharmacopeial standards primarily recognize Chinese‐derived material, despite the availability and traditional use of
Eunsu Song, Seung‐Min Oh, Jiyeon Chun, Jinah Hwang   +3 more
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A Single Meal Containing Phytosterols Does Not Affect the Uptake or Tissue Distribution of Cholesterol in Zebrafish (Danio rerio)

Frontiers in Marine Science, 2019
Increased plant oil inclusion in aquaculture feeds has led to higher dietary phytosterol concentrations and speculation about whether this affects the metabolism and health of the fish.
Michel van Spankeren, Michel van Spankeren, Nathaniel Sibinga, Øyvind Reinshol, Bente E. Torstensen, Øystein Sæle, Nina S. Liland   +6 more
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Bio‐guided fractionation of (9Z)‐5,8,11‐trihydroxyoctadec‐9‐enoic acid from Abelmoschus sagittifolius root as a potent α‐glucosidase inhibitor: An integrated in vitro and in silico study

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Abelmoschus sagittifolius stands out as a valuable medicinal source for developing functional food targeting type 2 diabetes. This study investigated the α‐glucosidase inhibitory potential of an active fraction obtained from A. sagittifolius roots (ASR), enriched in (9Z)‐5,8,11‐trihydroxyoctadec‐9‐enoic acid (OA), using both enzyme ...
Nguyen Phuong Mai, Nguyen Van Quan, Nguyen Dang Duc, Tran Dang Xuan   +3 more
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Phytosterol Contents of Edible Oils and Their Contributions to Estimated Phytosterol Intake in the Chinese Diet

Foods, 2019
Phytosterols are important micronutrients in human diets. Evidence has shown that phytosterols play an essential role in the reduction of cholesterol in blood and therefore decrease cardiovascular morbidity.
Ruinan Yang, Li Xue, Liangxiao Zhang, Xuefang Wang, Xin Qi, Jun Jiang, Li Yu, Xiupin Wang, Wen Zhang, Qi Zhang, Peiwu Li   +10 more
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From nature to nanoscale: advances, challenges, and preclinical translation of nanofiber drug delivery systems containing plant‐derived active ingredients

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract Since the early 1960s, nanotechnology has been a critical area of science, allowing for the development of sophisticated nanomaterials. Nanofibers, one of the most widely used nanotechnological drug delivery systems, have emerged as a highly versatile platform within modern pharmaceutical sciences.
Heybet Kerem Polat, Yasin Turanlı, Nihat Kurt, Sefa Gözcü, Emre Tunçel, Hilal Bacanak, Eren Aytekin, Sedat Ünal   +7 more
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