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Changes in endothelial function, arterial stiffness and blood pressure in pregnant women after consumption of high-flavanol and high-theobromine chocolate: a double blind randomized clinical trial

open access: yesHypertension in Pregnancy, 2018
Objectives: The aim of this 2-group, parallel, double blind single-centre RCT was to evaluate the acute and chronic impacts of high flavanol high theobromine (HFHT) chocolate consumption on endothelial function, arterial stiffness and blood pressure (BP)
Asma Babar   +9 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of theobromine in antimicrobial activity: An in vitro study

open access: yesDental Research Journal, 2019
Background: This study aims to compare the antimicrobial activity of theobromine and two commercially available kid's fluoride toothpastes. Materials and Methods: In this in vitro study a chocolate-based nonfluoride toothpaste, Theobromine (Group A) and ...
Arthi Lakshmi   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

New Anticancer Theobromine Derivative Targeting EGFRWT and EGFRT790M: Design, Semi-Synthesis, In Silico, and In Vitro Anticancer Studies

open access: yesMolecules, 2022
Based on the pharmacophoric features of EGFR inhibitors, a new semisynthetic theobromine-derived compound was designed to interact with the catalytic pocket of EGFR.
Eslam B. Elkaeed   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Antimicrobial effect of natural kinds of toothpaste on oral pathogenic bacteria

open access: yesJournal of Infection in Developing Countries, 2021
Introduction: Because of the adverse effects on human health of some antimicrobial ingredients in traditional toothpaste, consumers are increasingly turning to toothpastes with natural ingredients.
Serdar Demir   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Beneficial effects of dark chocolate for episodic memory in healthy young adults: a parallel-groups acute intervention with a white chocolate control [PDF]

open access: yes, 2020
There is good evidence that cocoa flavonoids can acutely improve cognitive function in humans, possibly via mechanisms such as increased cerebral blood flow. To date, much of the evidence is based on measures of executive function with extracts and cocoa-
Achilleos, Christina   +2 more
core   +1 more source

Development of an Innovative and Functional Yerba Mate—Lychee Beverage: Sensory and Physicochemical Characteristics

open access: yesFood Safety and Health, EarlyView.
A mixed beverage of yerba mate and lychee was developed and optimized. The 70:30 lychee‐to‐mate formulation provided the best balance of antioxidant activity and consumer acceptance, highlighting its potential as a functional beverage. ABSTRACT The development of functional beverages that combine bioactive compounds with sensory appeal is of growing ...
Marcela Moreira Terhaag   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Black tea water kefir beverage : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Food Technology, Massey University, Albany, New Zealand [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
Fermented foods and beverages play an important role in the human diet as they provide essential nutrients as well as contribute towards prevention of diseases.
Subardjo, Maria Vina Kania
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Enhancing human cognition with cocoa flavonoids [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
Enhancing cognitive abilities has become a fascinating scientific challenge, recently driven by the interest in preventing age-related cognitive decline and sustaining normal cogni-tive performance in response to cognitively demanding environments.
DE GENNARO, Luigi   +4 more
core   +3 more sources

Exploring portable NIR spectroscopy in transmittance and reflectance modes for the authentication of Brazilian coffees with geographical indications

open access: yesJournal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Geographical indications (GIs) certify the link between coffee origin and quality, enabling premium pricing and protecting producers. However, the high market value of GI coffees increases their vulnerability to fraud, underscoring the need for reliable and practical authentication methods.
Leticia Tessaro   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Cacao’s Relationship with Mesoamerican Society [PDF]

open access: yes, 2013
We know what we eat, but do we eat what we know? Our diet extends far beyond nutrients and food availability—we imbue food with cultural significance. The meaning and use of a particular food is subject to change over time, but the fact that it holds a ...
Christopher, Hillary
core   +1 more source

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