Exploring Flavor Enhancer Metabolites Of Chaya Leaves Cnidoscolus Spp.,
2022
Faculty of Sciences
Exploring Flavor Enhancer Metabolites Of Chaya Leaves Cnidoscolus Spp., Nuti Hutasingh
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Umami, described as brothy and meat-like flavor, is one of the key factors in the successful savory food product development. It acts as a taste enhancer and improves overall acceptability. Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is the most common synthetic compound added to savory providing umami taste. Many consumers, however, have a negative attitude toward this substance. Thus, natural ingredients providing umami taste as a substitute for MSG could be beneficial for commercial purposes. Chaya (Cnidoscolus spp.) is a fast-growing and drought-resistant plant whose leaves have been widely used as a dried umami seasoning. However, the key umami substances in the leaves …
Application Of Mass Spectrometry For Characterization Of Plant-Based Phenolics And Alkaloids,
2022
University of Kentucky
Application Of Mass Spectrometry For Characterization Of Plant-Based Phenolics And Alkaloids, Masoumeh Dorrani
Theses and Dissertations--Chemistry
Plant-derived compounds have the potential to produce value-added compounds with a variety of applications. For example, the lignin part of the lignocellulosic biomass, produced in large quantities as waste from the paper and pulp industries, is a rich source of phenolics with potential applications in the renewable energy sector, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. On the other hand, plant alkaloids are the primary source for developing plant-derived therapeutics. Unfortunately, the recalcitrant nature of plant cell walls, low extraction yields of small secondary metabolites, and the lack of effective analytical methods for a rapid and accurate identification of plant-based compounds and plant’s …
Food Neophobia Across The Life Course: Pooling Data From Five National Cross-Sectional Surveys In Ireland,
2022
Technological University Dublin, Ireland
Food Neophobia Across The Life Course: Pooling Data From Five National Cross-Sectional Surveys In Ireland, Daniel Hazley, Mairead Stack, Janette Walton, Breige A. Mcnulty, John Kearney
Articles
Food neophobia describes a reluctance to eat novel foods. Levels of food neophobia vary throughout life and are thought to peak in childhood. However, the trajectory of food neophobia across the life course is not fully clear. Using data from five national cross-sectional surveys in Ireland we explored levels of food neophobia in males and females aged 1–87 years. In addition, we assessed the influence of sociodemographic factors, breastfeeding and parental food neophobia on food neophobia. Food neophobia was measured using the Food Neophobia Scale in adults and adolescents and with the Children's Eating Behaviour Questionnaire in preschool and school …
Implementation Of An Inpatient To Outpatient Communication Pathway To Improve Outcomes In High-Risk Oncology Patients.,
2022
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Implementation Of An Inpatient To Outpatient Communication Pathway To Improve Outcomes In High-Risk Oncology Patients., Kimberly Procaccino Mba, Rd, Ldn, Janine Gilboy Rd, Ldn, Jennifer Brennan Rd, Cso, Erin Levine Rd, Cso, Ldn, Amanda Stone, Alyse Wittman
Clinical Nutrition Service
No abstract provided.
Comparing Retrospective Psu Measurements With The Leep-Covid 2020 Study To Ascertain Similarities In Calories Per Kilogram Of Body Weight For Ventilator-Dependent Covid-19 Patients,
2022
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Comparing Retrospective Psu Measurements With The Leep-Covid 2020 Study To Ascertain Similarities In Calories Per Kilogram Of Body Weight For Ventilator-Dependent Covid-19 Patients, Kimberly Cephas
Clinical Nutrition Service
No abstract provided.
Navigating The Perfect Storm: Staffing Crisis During The Pandemic,
2022
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Navigating The Perfect Storm: Staffing Crisis During The Pandemic, Melissa Faura Rd, Ldn, Ann Flickinger Ms, Rd, Ldn, Kimberly Procaccino Mba, Rd, Ldn
Clinical Nutrition Service
No abstract provided.
Manufacture Of Ingredients For Use In Clean Label Process Cheese Products,
2022
South Dakota State University
Manufacture Of Ingredients For Use In Clean Label Process Cheese Products, Ahmed Hammam
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Micellar casein concentrate (MCC) is a high protein ingredient that can be used in several applications, such as manufacture of acid curd and process cheese products (PCP). Acid curd is one of the casein (CN) products, which can be obtained by precipitating the CN at a pH of 4.6 (isoelectric point) using starter cultures or direct acids. Acid curd has low mineral and calcium content due to the solubility of colloidal calcium phosphate at the isoelectric point in the whey. Acid curd and MCC can be utilized in manufacture of clean label PCP formulations. PCP is a dairy food prepared …
Impact Of Storage And Different Variety On Proximate Composition And Functionality Of Lentils,
2022
South Dakota State University
Impact Of Storage And Different Variety On Proximate Composition And Functionality Of Lentils, Hussain Al Naser
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Lentil (Lens culinaris) is an edible pulse and is a nutritious legume. The nutrient value and the application of lentils in other food resources have been well documented. However, there exists a lack of studies that focus on the storage impact of pulses on lentil composition and functionality. The focus of most studies has been on the composition of lentils while the composition relative to and functionality of stored lentils has not been sufficiently evaluated. Therefore, the objective of this research was to determine the effect of storage conditions on the nutrient composition and the functional properties of lentils. Four …
Evaluation Of The Kitchen Microbiome And Food Safety Behaviors Of Predominantly Low-Income Families,
2022
The Texas Medical Center Library
Evaluation Of The Kitchen Microbiome And Food Safety Behaviors Of Predominantly Low-Income Families, Charles Darkoh
Faculty, Staff and Student Publications
Bacterial pathogens in the domestic environment present a risk to residents, particularly among susceptible populations. However, the impact of consumer demographic characteristics and food handling methods on kitchen microbiomes is not fully understood. The domestic kitchen bacterial communities of ten predominantly low-income families in Houston, TX, were assessed in conjunction with a cross-sectional food safety survey to evaluate differences in household and surface-specific microbiomes and bacterial foodborne pathogen presence. Three kitchen surfaces within each household, including the sink drain, the refrigerator handle, and the counter, were environmentally sampled and metataxonomically evaluated via targeted 16S rRNA sequencing. Disposable dish sponges were …
Assessing The Environmental And Economic Sustainability Of Functional Food Ingredient Production Process,
2022
Technological University Dublin
Assessing The Environmental And Economic Sustainability Of Functional Food Ingredient Production Process, Anushree Priyadarshini, Brijesh K. Tiwari, Gaurav Rajauria
Articles
Development and application of novel technologies in food processing is vital for ensuring the availability of adequate, safe, and convenient food with the desired quality and functional properties. Environmental and economic sustainability of technologies is essential prior to their application in the food processing sector. The objective of this research is to determine the environmental and economic feasibility of ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) for recovering functional food ingredients from seaweed. Experimental data is used to conduct a life cycle assessment (LCA) to investigate the environmental performance with a functional unit (FU) of obtaining 1 g of extracted polyphenols, measured as gallic …
Application Of High-Intensity Ultrasound To Improve Food Processing Efficiency: A Review,
2022
Lovely Professional University, Phagwara
Application Of High-Intensity Ultrasound To Improve Food Processing Efficiency: A Review, Prasad Chavan, Pallavi Sharma, Sajeev Rattan Sharma, Tarsem Chand Mittal, Amit Jaiswal
Articles
The use of non-thermal processing technologies has grown in response to an ever-increasing demand for high-quality, convenient meals with natural taste and flavour that are free of chemical additions and preservatives. Food processing plays a crucial role in addressing food security issues by reducing loss and controlling spoilage. Among the several non-thermal processing methods, ultrasound technology has shown to be very beneficial. Ultrasound processing, whether used alone or in combination with other methods, improves food quality significantly and is thus considered beneficial. Cutting, freezing, drying, homogenization, foaming and defoaming, filtration, emulsification, and extraction are just a few of the applications …
Advances In Emerging Technologies For The Decontamination Of The Food Contact Surfaces,
2022
Technological University Dublin
Advances In Emerging Technologies For The Decontamination Of The Food Contact Surfaces, Shubham Sharma, Swarna Jaiswal, Brendan Duffy, Amit Jaiswal
Articles
Foodborne pathogens could be transferred to food from food contact surfaces contaminated by poor hygiene or biofilm formation. The food processing industry has various conditions favouring microbes' adherence, such as moisture, nutrients, and the microbial inoculums obtained from the raw material. The function of the ideal antimicrobial surface is preventing initial attachment of the microbes, killing the microbes or/and removing the dead bacteria. This review article provides detail about the challenges food industries are facing with respect to food contact materials. It also summarises the merits and demerits of several sanitizing methods developed for industrial use. Furthermore, it reviews the …
Updated Threshold Dose-Distribution Data For Sesame,
2022
Imperial College London
Updated Threshold Dose-Distribution Data For Sesame, Paul J. Turner, Magdalena Gretzinger, Nandinee Patel, Helen A. Brough, R. Sharon Chinthrajah, Motohiro Ebisawa, Arnon Elizur, Jennifer J. Koplin, Rachel L. Peters, Natasha Purington, Anna Nowak-Wegrzyn, Sarah Saf, Hugh A. Sampson, Joost Westerhout, W. Marty Blom, Joseph L. Baumert, Geert F. Houben, Benjamin C. Remington
Department of Food Science and Technology: Faculty Publications
Sesame is classified as a “major” food allergen for which mandatory disclosure is required. Understanding reaction thresholds and how these vary within the allergic population is crucial in providing appropriate dietary advice to patients, providing guidance to the food industry, and informing dosing regimens for oral food challenges (FC). However, the largest data series used to derive a threshold dose-distribution for sesame included blinded challenge data from just 40 individuals.1 Data from low-dose, open FC can be used to supplement that from blinded FC, reducing uncertainty in estimating threshold dose-distributions for allergenic foods which otherwise lack sufficient data.2 …
Underwater: Science & Story In Aquatic Communities,
2022
The University of Montana
Underwater: Science & Story In Aquatic Communities, Lena J. Beck
Graduate Student Theses, Dissertations, & Professional Papers
How do we manage fish species, and how do fish, in turn, impact us? This portfolio of three stories will explore some of the ways in which humans interact with aquatic landscapes. First, we’ll go to Flathead Lake in Montana, where invasive lake trout have all but decimated native trout species, and learn what the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are doing to address the issue. Then, we’ll examine stories of a legendary Big Fish in Alaska’s Lake Iliamna, and think about what it means to scientifically prove something as real. The last story looks at the aquaculture industry in …
Impact Of Storage Conditions And Varieties On The Composition, Physical Properties, And Functionality Of Dry Peas,
2022
South Dakota State University
Impact Of Storage Conditions And Varieties On The Composition, Physical Properties, And Functionality Of Dry Peas, Sushmita Karki
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Dry peas are sustainable, healthy, and nutritious pulse crop and are excellent source of protein and complex carbohydrates as well as micronutrients. The effects of storage conditions on composition of beans and cereals have been widely reported. The information gained contributed significantly to better storage practices for these commodities. However, literature addressing the chemical composition, functionality, and physical characteristics of dry pea seeds upon storage is scarce. This study was designed to address the impact of storage conditions and varieties on the nutrient profile, functionality, and physical properties of dry pea seeds. Six different varieties of dry peas were stored …
Production Of Calcium Reduced Micellar Casein Concentrate Powders And Their Use In Process Cheese Products,
2022
South Dakota State University
Production Of Calcium Reduced Micellar Casein Concentrate Powders And Their Use In Process Cheese Products, Anil Kommineni
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Protein is an essential dietary component, and sufficient intake is vital in a healthy and balanced diet. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of and knowledgeable about the role of protein in the diet. Two of the next-generation dairy protein ingredients isolated from milk are micellar casein (MCC) and milk-derived whey protein, isolated from skim milk using microfiltration (MF). Membrane filtration has been used extensively by the dairy industry to produce a variety of dairy ingredients from milk. MCC manufactured from freshly pasteurized milk can be directly consumed or as a supplement to fortify and enhance nutritional qualities in processed food …
Impact Of Natural Cheese Composition On Proteolysis And Its Effects On Process Cheese Functionality,
2022
South Dakota State University
Impact Of Natural Cheese Composition On Proteolysis And Its Effects On Process Cheese Functionality, Natasha Scherber
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Cheddar cheese is a commodity and a top-selling cheese in the United States. Enhanced flavors of cheddar cheese requires aging, which will allow proteolysis increase. Proteolysis is the most complex process that happens in cheese manufacturing and can be difficult to control because of environmental factors and compositional characteristics. The ripening process, which is the most timely and costly procedure in cheese manufacturing, can also be unpredictable when aspects, such as cheese composition, are changed. The coagulant is responsible for the first stage in proteolysis, which will produce large peptides. Small peptides are subsequentially produced during the second stage by …
Prairie Cordgrass Cellulose: A Sustainable Resource To Develop Biodegradable Films,
2022
South Dakota State University
Prairie Cordgrass Cellulose: A Sustainable Resource To Develop Biodegradable Films, Mominul Hoque
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Plastics are versatile and cost-effective materials with a wide variety of functionalities. Their non-biodegradability, however, is an environmental concern. Plastic waste accumulation in landfills and natural habitats results in health issues, mainly due to the leaching of chemicals from plastic products that further transfer to humans and wildlife. Many countries around the globe have imposed restrictions on plastic use. Despite these concerted efforts, a pressing scientific need exists to find an alternative to plastics. Cellulose from abundant agricultural biomass stands out as a viable alternative due to its robust structure, biocompatibility, biodegradability, low density, and non-toxicity. This research aims to …
Effects Of Heat And Uv-C Curing On Properties Of Soy Protein Film,
2022
Faculty of Sciences
Effects Of Heat And Uv-C Curing On Properties Of Soy Protein Film, Tanjina Akter
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This study aimed to investigate the effects of heat curing and UV-C curing on properties of soy protein film. Both the heat and UV-C treatments were applied to either film-forming solution or pre-formed film. In the first part, film-forming solution or pre-formed film was cured at 60, 70, or 80°C for 2, 4, or 6 h. Heat curing had no effect on film thickness (p>0.05), but it did improve tensile strength of the films. Pre-formed film cured at 70°C for 4 h exhibited the highest tensile strength (3.49 MPa), which was 1.8 times higher than the control. Increasing Raman …
Comparison Of Aroma Active Compounds In Fresh Thai Holy Basil Leaves From 2 Varieties,
2022
Faculty of Sciences
Comparison Of Aroma Active Compounds In Fresh Thai Holy Basil Leaves From 2 Varieties, Thanatcha Vichienkalayarat
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Holy Basil is an herb with a high consumption in Thailand domestically and internationally due to its unique odor. A study on the aroma active profile of holy basil would allow for better quality control and food product development. The goal of this study is to identify and compare aroma active compounds in fresh Thai holy basil leaves from 2 varieties (Ocimum tenuiflorum var. Rama and Ocimum tenuiflorum var. Shyama) using sensomics approach. First, olfactory profiling was performed by trained panelists to characterize odor attributes and their intensity. Second, volatile compounds were isolated by solvent extraction, and non-volatile constituents were …
