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Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction And Antioxidant Activity Of Total Flavonoids From Ligustrum Lucidum Ait By Response Surface Methodology, Zhou Xuan, Xu Mingxiang, Cai Wenzhuo, Zhai Xiaorui, Huo Mingyang, Gao Rui, Xi Yanli

Food and Machinery

On the basis of single factor test, response surface test were used to optimize the extraction process. In addition, by measuring the level of erythrocyte hemolysis, liver homogenate and liver mitochondrial malondialdehyde (MDA) in mice, the antioxidant capacitities of total flavonoids were determined. The results showed that the total flavone content of Ligustrumlucidum was 47.40 mg/g when the extraction time was 110 min, extract power was 640 W, the ethanol volume fraction was 60% and the liquid ratio was 65∶1 (mL/g). The total flavone of Ligustrumlu cidum Ait extracted under this condition can inhibit the hemolysis of mice erythrocytes and …

Study On The Microwave Aging Of Spirit And Optimiztion Of Its Process, Hu Shiqi, Luan Donglei, Fan Yuxia, Lai Keqiang

Food and Machinery

In this study, Luzhou-flavor spirit was processed by microwave, and the effects of microwave aging temperature, microwave power and processing time were investigated. The results showed that the best quality could be obtained, under the controlling conditions of, the microwave power 70 W, with microwave aging temperature at 60 ℃, and processing for 10 minutes. The total acid and ester contents of the spirit were 1.46 g/L and 2.98 g/L, respectively. There were significant differences (P＜0.05) in the total acid and ester contents between the raw spirit and microwave processing one. The content of esters increased after microwave processing, and …

Research On Properties And Kinetic Model Of Intermittent Microwave Drying To Pitaya Slices, Pan Yuyan, Duan Zhenhua, Liu Yan, Tang Xiaoxian, Li Dingjin

Food and Machinery

In order to understand the drying characteristics of pitaya slices under microwave intermittent conditions, the effects were studied, including the microwave power, heating time, intermittent time and slice thickness on the drying characteristics of pitaya slices under different microwave intermittent conditions. The results showed that the microwave intermittent drying process of pitaya slices included acceleration, constant speed and deceleration stages, and the mathematical model was established according to the experimental data. The kinetic model of microwave intermittent drying of pitaya slices conformed to page model, which was suitable for predicting and describing the microwave intermittent drying process of pitaya slices.

The Optimization Of Fermentation Process And Antioxidant Activity Of Pomegranate And Schisandra Health Wine, Yin Lebin, Zhou Juan, Li Licai, Jin Xiaoke, Lei Zhiming, Liao Cong, Zhao Liangzhong

Food and Machinery

Using Pomegranate juice and Schisandra as raw materials, adding high activity yeast to optimize the fermentation process of their health wine, from which the total phenolic and flavonoids content and antioxidant activities were determined. The experimental results showed that the optimal fermentation conditions were: with the addition of 10% Schisandra extract and 3% yeast, fermented at 28 ℃ for 6 days. Under above conditions, the color of the liquor was bright and radiant, with the unique harmony fragrance of medical herbs and liquor aroma. Finally, the result showed that alcohol content was 12.8% (vol), the sensory score was 89 points, …

Influence Of Cigarette Smoldering Completeness On Conventional Flue Gas Index, Cheng Chuanling, Niu Tingting, Mu Lin, Zhao Yifan, Wang Jianmin

Food and Machinery

In order to explore the influence of the degree of complete combustion on the conventional smoke index in the smoldering state of cigarettes, the actual flammability rate and free burning rate of 50 different cigarettes in China were determined by self-made equipment, combined with the analysis of conventional smoke components in gas chromatography.The results show that: ① The actual flammability rate is significantly negatively correlated with the free combustion rate, that is, the more complete the smoldering of the cigarette, the slower the free burning speed. ② The actual flammability rate is significantly positively correlated with total particulate matter (TPM), …

Research Progress In The Shellfish-Derived Antioxidant Peptides, Yang Xihong, Qu Chunchun, Li Sai, Li Anqi, Ding Qian, Li Yujin, Li Lidi, Zhang Junyi, Xie Wancui

Food and Machinery

Chinese coastal shellfish resources are abundant with a good prospect of fresh or processed shellfish products. Bioactive peptides from shellfish and its by-products can promote the upgrading of aquaculture development, which belongs to high value utilization of aquatic resources. Antioxidant peptides can suppress and delay lipid oxidation, protect human tissues and organs from damage by the free radicals, therefore this attracted researches in recent years increasingly. The article reviewed methods of preparation of antioxidant peptides from shellfish, including proteolysis, separation, purification and identification. Based on the detection and structural identification methods of antioxidant peptides, the significance and the further clarify …

Research Progress In Regulation Of Energy Metabolism By Dietary Nutrition And Host Inheritance Via Intestinal Flora, Tang Tian, Suo Huayi, Li Jian, Zhang Yu, Wang Hongwei, Zhao Xin

Food and Machinery

The paper will explain the effects of dietary nutrition and host genetics on energy metabolism, aim to provide reference for the research and development of functional foods for metabolic diseases and the exploration of new therapeutic methods for metabolic diseases.

Effect Of The Degree Of Amylopectin Polymerization On Physicochemical Properties Of Jackfruit Seed Starch, Zhang Yutong, Zhang Yanjun, Zhu Kexue, Xu Fei, Li Shize, Wu Gang, Tan Lehe

Food and Machinery

The amylose and amylopectin were separated by jackfruit seed starch (JFSS), and the same amylose (50%) was mixed with five different types of amylopectin to prepare JFSS (M1′, M5′, M6′, M11′, and BD′) with different degree of amylopectin polymerization. The effect of the degree of amylopectin polymerization on physicochemical properties of JFSS was investigated. M1′ had the lowest degree of amylopectin polymerization (189 506), while BD′ had the highest (431 481). As the degree of amylopectin polymerization increased, the syneresis, gelatinization enthalpy, peak viscosity, trough viscosity, breakdown, final viscosity, setback, relative crystallinity, and absorbance ratios of the five JFSS samples …

Change In The Quality Of Coix Seed During Storage, Luan Linlin, Lu Hongmei, Chen Li, Yang Fengyi, Wu Yuzhang, Mou Cancan

Food and Machinery

The aim of the study was to explore quality of coix seed grown in Xingren, Guizhou (China) during storage. The results indicated that, color, ordor, main contents and correlate indexs of coix seed changed significantly during storage, which reflect the quality of coix seed decreases. Results: the color of coix seed changed with storing time lengthening. Original milky white, glossy coix seed became dimmed with yellowish and grayish with storing period lengthens. The odor was also from the original sweet aroma, which was ultimate rancidity. The rancidity of coix seed bacame stronger with storing time lengthening. During storage period, there …

Study On The Anti-Alcohol And Liver-Protection Efficacy Of Hydrolysate From Soft Tissue Of Corbicula Fluminea, Zhang Shuai, Zhang Chaohua, Gao Jialong, Qin Xiaoming, Zheng Huina, Hao Jiming, Zhan Gjing

Food and Machinery

The effect of hydrolysate from Corbicula fluminea soft tissue on the activation of alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) in vitro was determined, and its effects of anti-alcohol and liver-protection on mice were also observed by measuring the drunk time, sober-up time, concentration of ethanol in serum, and the contents of malondialdehyde (MDA), triglyceride (TG) and glutathione (GSH) in liver tissue of mice. The results showed that hydrolysate from soft tissue of Corbicula fluminea could activate ADH in vitro with activation rate of 52%. It could also prolong the drunk time and shorten the sober-up time of drunken mice significantly, by 69.42% and …

Study On Extraction Of Capsaicin By Hot Dipping, Zhang Xiaoxu, Liu Hongqin, Zhou Xiqin, Yan Jiang, Xu Baocai

Food and Machinery

Capsaicin with high purity has anti-inflammatory, bacteriostatic, analgesic and insecticidal effects, and is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry. Capsaicin was extracted from capsicum by hot dipping method, and the content of which was determined by high performance liquid chromatography. The extraction process was optimized by single factor test and orthogonal experiment. The results showed that the optimum extraction conditions were blanching temperature 60 ℃, extraction temperature 40 ℃, extraction time 3 h and chopping degree 0.5 cm (edge length). Under the condition the extraction rate of capsaicin could reach to 0.27%. Compared with the traditional ethanol reflux method, ultrasound-assisted …

Screening And Fermentation Characteristics Of Yeast Strains For Bayberry Wine From Jinzhou Of Hunan, Yang Xiulian, Liu Wei, Lin Shuhua, Chen Wanneng, Zhang Juhua

Food and Machinery

In order to select excellent strains for the fermentation of Chinese bayberry wine in Hunan province, 172 strains of yeast were isolated from fruits, leaves and soil of bayberry in different arbutus orchard. The three strains with excellent comprehensive performance were screened at four levels by chromogenic method, duchenne tube method, sugar fermentation method and bayberry wine fermentation method. It was identified as Saccharomyces cerevisiae RY1, Hanseniaspora opuntiae DY5 and Hanseniaspora pseudoquilliermondii JW14 by morphology and molecular biology. Through fermentation performance studies, it was found that all 3 yeasts were able to withstand an environment with a soluble solid content …

Optimization Of Two Luteolin Derivatives Preparation From Artichoke By Hplc, Shi Mingyue, Cao Qingming, Li Qun, Zhong Wenhui, Wang Yuanqing, Liu Zhiwen, Zhang Xiping

Food and Machinery

This study describes a method for isolating two luteolin glycosides from artichokes（Cynara scolymus L.）by preparative liquid chromatography. The partion A27~29 (4 g) of 50% ethanol eluent was achieved by two steps, 70% ethanol extract of artichoke adsorbed by AB-8 macroporous resin and eluted with 20% ethanol, 50% ethanol and 80% ethanol successively. 0.32 g of target part C16~19 with target components H-01 (10.4%) and H-02 (5.1%) was achieved by two steps, A27~29 adsorbed by RP-C18 stationary phase column (270 mm×80 mm, 40~60 μm) and eluted with 30%, 48% and 100% methanol successively. Taking the resolution and shape of target peaks …

Efficacy Of Aqueous And Gaseous Chlorine Dioxide In Reducing Salmonella, E. Coli O157:H7, And Listeria Monocytogenes On Sweet Potatoes, Strawberries, And Blueberries, Phillip Luu

LSU Master's Theses

Chlorine dioxide, a stronger oxidizing agent, is effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms. This study evaluated the efficacy of chlorine dioxide on reducing Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, and Listeria monocytogenes on sweet potato (aqueous ClO₂), strawberries and blueberries (gaseous ClO₂). Sweet potatoes inoculated with multi-strain cocktails of each bacterial pathogen (10⁷ CFU/cm²) were treated with 5 ppm aqueous ClO₂ or water for 10, 20, and 30 minutes. Strawberries and blueberries spot inoculated with multi-strain cocktails of each bacterial pathogen (10⁷ CFU/g) were treated with gaseous ClO₂ sachets (63 mg/l for strawberry and 30 mg/l for blueberry) …

Development Of A Breadfruit Flour Pasta Product, Carmen L. Nochera, Diane Ragone

Peer Reviewed Articles

Breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) is grown throughout the tropics. Processing the perishable starchy fruit into flour provides a means to expand the use of the fruit. The flour can be used to develop new value-added products for local use and potential export. The purpose of this investigation was to develop a pasta product using breadfruit flour, test the sensory qualities of the breadfruit pasta product by sensory evaluation, and evaluate the nutritional composition. ‘Ma’afala’, a popular and widely distributed Polynesian cultivar was used for the study. Nutritional labeling shows that the breadfruit pasta product is high in carbohydrates (73.3%/100 …

Effect Of Fermentation On Enhancing The Nutraceutical Properties Of Arthrospira Platensis (Spirulina), Elena Demarcocastro, Emer Shannon, Nissreen Abu-Ghannam

Articles

Abstract:Arthrospira platensis(spirulina), a filamentous fresh-water planktonic cyanobacterium,possesses diverse biological activities and a unique nutritional profile, due to its high contentof valuable nutrients. This study aimed to further improve the bioactive profile of spirulina, byfermenting it with the lactic acid bacteriumLactobacillus plantarum.In vitrocomparison of thetotal phenolic content (TPC), C-phycocyanin, free methionine, DPPH radical scavenging capacity,ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP), oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) and proteinfragmentation via SDS-PAGE in untreated versus 12 to 72 h fermented spirulina is reported here.After 36 h fermentation, TPC was enhanced by 112%, FRAP by 85% and ORAC by 36%. After 24 h,the DPPH radical scavenging …

Corrigendum: Use Of Uv Treated Milk Powder To Increase Vaccine Efficacy In The Elderly, Sara Schaefer, Kasper Arthur Hettinga, James Cullor, J. Bruce German, Bethany M. Henrick

Department of Food Science and Technology: Faculty Publications

“Peripheral blood samples were collected at the time of enrollment (week 0) and serum was stored at −80◦C until subsequent analysis. Participants were then randomized into two groups and provided with equal concentration and quantity of either dairy or soy supplement provided in powdered form in coded, single-serving bags. Both participants and researchers were blinded to the type of protein received. Participants were asked to consume two servings of protein powder (6 grams/packet) with 4 ounces of water or applesauce twice per day, with meals, for a total of 8 weeks. At week 4, participants were vaccinated with DTaP vaccine …

Effect Of Environmental Factors And Residual Sanitizers On Survival And Attachment Of Indicator Organism And Human Pathogens On Fresh Produce, Vijay Singh Chhetri

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

A comprehensive understanding of the behavior of microbial contaminants on produce surfaces in agricultural farms and during post-harvest activities is essential for the development of produce safety risk management strategies. Our studies investigated the survival and the attachment of E. coli on watermelon surfaces in agricultural settings with different levels of vegetation, and the effect of residual sanitizers on the survival and the attachment of E. coli O157: H7 and L. monocytogenes on spinach leaves. The attachment strength (S_R) of the E. coli cells on watermelon surfaces significantly increased (P<0.05) from 0.04 to 0.99 in the first 24 h, which was primarily due to the decrease in loosely attached population, given that the population of strongly attached cells was constant. The daily die-off rate of E. coli ranged from -0.12 …

Blueberry Pectin-Anthocyanin Binding Kinetics And Stability Under In Vitro Digestion, Jee Won Koh

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

Blueberry pectins were sequentially extracted from highbush blueberry powder and precipitated in alcohol to obtain water soluble fraction (WSF) and chelator soluble fraction (CSF). WSF was high methoxyl pectin (degree of esterification: 53), rich in in neutral sugars (40 mol%), and had less negative charge (-21 mV) whereas CSF was low methoxyl pectin (degree of esterification: 21), rich in uronic acids (92 mol%), and had lower negative charge ( -26 mV).

The stability of blueberry pectin-anthocyanin complex was investigated under simulated in vitro digestion. Binding of blueberry pectins with three anthocyanin standards (malvidin-3-glucoside; M3G, cyanidin-3-glucoside; C3G, and delphinidin-3-glucoside; D3G) and …

Sensory Analysis For Determining The Influence Of Visual Stimuli Upon Eating Experiences, Pitchayapat Chonpracha

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

Consumers are currently more conscious about salt and sugar intake than they were in the past. Visual cues have been shown to impact consumers’ cognitive and their taste perceptions. Current research information about visual cues enhancing human’s tastes expectation of saltiness and sweetness is limited. The sophisticated sensory analysis for products containing a reduced amount of salt and sugar is undoubtedly time–consuming and costly if the sensory experiment is designed with many samples. Therefore, the following three studies were achieved: I) an examination of how intrinsic and extrinsic visual cues affect the overall consumer eating experiences; II) a comparison of …