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Food Science and Technology, Volume: 38, Número: 4, Publicado: 2018
  • Effectiveness of carbohydrates as a functional ingredient in glycemic control Review

    SARDÁ, Fabiana Andrea Hoffmann; GIUNTINI, Eliana Bistriche; NAZARE, Julie-Anne; KÖNIG, Daniel; BAHIA, Luciana Ribeiro; LAJOLO, Franco Maria; MENEZES, Elizabete Wenzel de

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    Abstract High postprandial glycemia in the non-diabetic population is one of the known universal mechanisms for the progression of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), which have impacted the finances of both individuals and of health systems. In order to highlight the role of carbohydrates in glycemic control and its implications on health, the International Life Sciences Institute Brazil held an international workshop on “Carbohydrates, Glycemia and Health”. Carbohydrate digestion rate is related to glycemic response, which mainly depends on the quality and amount of carbohydrate ingested, and thus it may be modulated by intrinsic and extrinsic factors. These effects can be verified by using different methods which evidence how physiology adapts in the uptake of glucose. Consumers can be aided with the knowledge/awareness of the benefits of high postprandial glycemia control in non-diabetic subjects. Multisectorial actions can contribute to decrease the onset and worsening of NCDs. A strategy indicated to the public in general to expand the availability of products that do not result in a sudden increase of postprandial plasma glucose and/or insulin would be to use alternative ingredients and/or technology in addition to making the legally allowed communication of benefits, which are supported by scientific studies.
  • Chemical characterization of winemaking byproducts from grape varieties cultivated in Vale do São Francisco, Brazil Research Paper

    RIBEIRO, Thalita Passos; LIMA, Maria Auxiliadora Coêlho de; ALVES, Ricardo Elesbão; GONÇALVES, Ana Letícia de Souza; SOUZA, Ana Patrícia Coelho

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    Abstract The recovery of agroindustry byproducts can bring opportunities for the development of new products. The objective of this study was to characterize chemical compounds contents in the byproducts generated during winemaking from different grape varieties cultivated in Vale do São Francisco, Brazil. The grapes and their byproducts (skins and seeds) from four wineries (w1, w2, w3 and w4) were evaluated. The varieties studied were: Viognier, Chenin Blanc, Moscato Canelli, Italia, Arinto+Fernão Pires, Tempranillo, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc, used in the processing of white/sparkling wines, and also Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Alicante Bouschet, used in the processing of red wines. High ascorbic acid contents were found in the skin and seed byproducts, the latter also presenting high protein and pectin contents. The skin byproduct obtained in the process of elaborating white/sparkling wines from ‘Tempranillo’ grapes presented relatively higher ascorbic acid, pectin and protein contents. In the elaboration of red wines by w1, the ‘Syrah’ skin byproduct showed high ascorbic acid, soluble solids, sugars and protein contents. The seed byproduct from the ‘Syrah’ grapes used to elaborate red wines by w1 showed a more favorable composition for reuse, as did those of red wines of ‘Tempranillo’ grapes from w3.
  • Addition of toasted baru nut (Dypteryx alata Vog.) and extruded rice bran to sugar cane candy (“rapadura”) Research Paper

    SILVA, Célia Caroline Florindo da; SILVA, Giselle de Lima Paixão e; SOARES JÚNIOR, Manoel Soares; BELÉIA, Adelaide Del Pino; CALIARI, Márcio

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    Abstract Different proportions of sugar cane juice, toasted baru nut and extruded rice bran were used in the formulation of sugar cane candies (“rapaduras”), and the effect on color, hardness and proximate composition determined. The best formulation was selected on the basis of composition, hardness and luminosity, and evaluated for sensory acceptance and purchase intent. Simplex design was used to plan the experiment and the limits of the different ingredients. Sugar cane juice has lower values for ash, protein, lipids and total fiber compared to the other ingredients, but it is the ingredient that characterizes the product. The added ingredients affect the physical and chemical characteristics of the “rapaduras”. The hardness of the experimental “rapaduras” varied between 20 and 26.1 N, similar to the traditional product, while protein (from 3.28 to 5.9 g 100 g-1), lipids (from 3.87 to 7.67 g 100 g-1), and total dietary fiber (1.47 to 2.67 g 100 g-1), were above the values of the traditional product. Addition of 15 g 100 g -1of extruded rice bran and 10 g 100 g-1of toasted baru nut to 75 g 100 g -1 of sugar cane juice delivered a product with low microbiological risk and good sensory acceptance. The developed product with extruded rice bran and toasted baru nut has good technological potential, allied with sensory and nutritional advantages, and it can be an alternative to add value to rice by-product and nuts from areas of forest conservation.
  • Acrylamide replaced by moringa extract in sugar production Research Paper

    COSTA, Gustavo Henrique Gravatim; FREITA, Cristhyane Millena de; MENDES, Franciele Quintino; ROVIERO, Juliana Pelegrini; MUTTON, Márcia Justino Rossini

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    Abstract This manuscript showed a new product that can be used in sugar and alcohol production to replace the acrylamide polymer, applied in the juice treatment. This new product is an organic extract obtained from moringa seeds, which present the flocculating protein 2S-Albumin. This biomolecule is added in the decanter together with the limed and heated juice, increasing the sedimentation speed of impurities that, if remain in the process, decrease the quality of the obtained sugar. This issue is of great importance because the acrylamide molecule has carcinogenic and neurotoxic action in humans and may be incorporated within the sugar crystal or the mud (filter-cake) used as a fertilizer. Furthermore, it should be noted that this manuscript presents the best technique to extract the S-Albumin protein from moringa seeds (using a CaCl2 solution 0.1 mol/L), the best dosage to apply in the sugarcane juice (1300 mg/L), and similary sugar quality achieved, compared with the process using the acrylamide polymer.
  • Effect of freezing and atomization on bioactive compounds in cagaita (Eugenya dysenterica DC) fruit Research Paper

    SANTOS, Mara Núbia Guimarães dos; SILVA, Edson Pablo da; GODOY, Helena Teixeira; SILVA, Flávio Alves da; CELESTINO, Sonia Maria Costa; PINELI, Lívia de Lacerda de Oliveira; DAMIANI, Clarissa

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    Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of freezing and atomization on bioactive compounds in cagaita fruit. The levels of total phenolics, total flavonoids, condensed tannins, vitamin C, β-carotene, the antioxidant potential assessed by DPPH and ABTS, sugar profile, and mineral profile were all evaluated. High levels of total polyphenols (881.95 mg/100 g), total flavonoids (42.93 mg/100 g) and condensed tannins (67.00 mg/100 g) were detected in atomized cagaita pulp. A higher content of vitamin C was found in fresh cagaita pulp (29.75 mg/100 g), compared to frozen pulp, or atomized pulp, which had levels of 24.64 mg/100 g and 20.38 mg/100 g, respectively. Atomized pulp had the highest antioxidant activity as assessed using the ABTS method (517.04 µmol Trolox/g), compared with frozen pulp (357.73 µmol Trolox/g) and fresh cagaita pulp (276.07 µmol Trolox/g). The drying method demonstrated the best performance with respect to fruit preservation.
  • Effect of different beta-glucan preparation pretreatments on fortified bread quality Research Paper

    KUREK, Marcin Andrzej; WYRWISZ, Jarosław; BRZESKA, Magdalena; MOCZKOWSKA, Małgorzata; KARP, Sabina; WIERZBICKA, Agnieszka

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    Abstract This research explores the different beta-glucan preparation pretreatments prior to fortifying the bread (hydrating, freezing, boiling, blendering and their combination). Breads containing hydrated or dry beta-glucan preparations demonstrated lower values of specific volume than the control. On the other hand, the beta-glucan preparation, which was boiled or blendered after freezing showed higher specific volume. The firmest bread was achieved by adding beta-glucan preparation which was hydrated and blendered (significant at p ≤ 0.05) and the least firm was after application of a frozen blendered preparation. In our study, we researched the influence of pretreatment the beta-glucan preparation on the concentration of this compound. Our breads contain from 1.62 to 1.99 g beta-glucan/100 g of product. It seems that the best way of pretreatment is drying, freezing or boiling after freezing the beta-glucan preparation (significant at p ≤ 0.05). In general, the best performing method was boiling the beta-glucan preparation following dough addition.
  • Prediction of moisture transfer parameters for convective drying of shrimp at different pretreatments Research Paper

    COSTA, Marcus Vinicius da; SILVA, Aline Kazumi Nakata da; RODRIGUES, Priscila Rodrigues e; SILVA, Luiza Helena Meller da; RODRIGUES, Antonio Manoel da Cruz

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    Abstract By the analytical model proposed by Dincer and Dost, the mass transfer parameters (moisture transfer coefficient and moisture diffusivity) of shrimp samples were determined. Three sets of drying experiments were performed with three samples of shrimp: without boiling (WB), boiled in salt solution (SB) and boiled in salt solution and subjected to liquid smoking process (SBS). The experiments were performed under controlled conditions of drying air at temperature of 60°C and velocity of 1.5 m/s. Experimental dimensionless moisture content data were used to calculate the drying coefficients and lag factors, which were then incorporated into the analytical model for slab and cylinder shapes. The results showed an adequate fit between the experimental data and the values predicted from the correlation. The boiling is the most recommended pretreatment, because provided a shorter drying time, with high values of moisture transfer coefficient and moisture diffusivity.
  • Chemical composition, percent of dietary reference intake, and acceptability of gluten-free bread made from Prosopis nigra flour, added with hydrocolloids Research Paper

    TORRELIO MARTOS, Ana Gabriela; LÓPEZ, Estela Patricia

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    Abstract The objective of the work was to know the nutritional contribution of gluten-free bread made with Prosopis nigra flour, and the acceptability measured by celiac and non celiac persons. Gluten-free bread was made from a mixture of corn, rice and Prosopis nigra flours. To achieve better technological characteristics, xanthan gum and whey concentrate were added. A portion of bread (50g) provided 19% of DRI for protein for children aged 4 to 8 years, while for a pregnant or lactating woman, this value reached 5%. Regarding the fibers, 50g of bread covered 16% and 14% of the DRI for these biological moments. The fat requirement was covered by 16% for all biological moments analyzed. The dietary contribution of this bread surpasses in proteins and fiber to the commercial ones. Bread made with Prosopis nigra flour presented a balanced caloric distribution, contributing a high proportion of proteins, fats, dietary fiber (mainly of the insoluble fraction), and low quantity of carbohydrates available, characteristics that make it a recommendable product for celiac persons in different biological moments.
  • Monitoring and risk assessment due to presence of heavy metals and pesticides in tea samples Research Paper

    YAQUB, Ghazala; ILYAS, Fizza; IDREES, Muniba; MARIYAM, Vania

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    Abstract Tea is one of the most consumed beverages after water, but unfortunately the application of pesticides and heavy metals in crops make it unsafe for use. This research was conducted to evaluate the risk of heavy metals and pesticides in samples of natural source tea (gardens) and different local market brands. High Performance Liquid Chromatography was used to detect pesticides, Bifenthrin, Lambda chalothrin, Imadachloroprid, Dichlorovas, Glyphosate and Emamectin. Heavy metals such as Zinc, Iron, Chromium, copper, manganese and cobalt were determined by atomic absorption spectroscopy. The value of HRI and THQ was still calculated for some exceeded samples. From results obtained some of the tea samples were contaminated from with heavy metals i.e., cobalt and manganese and pesticides as: dichlorovas, imacloroprid, bifenthrin, emamectin, glyphosate, difenaconazole and lambda above the allowed limits. The assessments revealed the potential for potential health risk for the consumers. The results of the study suggested that risk assessment and monitoring should be done at source that is at the production and processing area so that toxic effects are not passed on to the consumers or to the environment.
  • Jaboticaba skin flour: analysis and sustainable alternative source to incorporate bioactive compounds and increase the nutritional value of cookies Research Paper

    MARQUETTI, Carline; SANTOS, Tatiane Batista dos; KAIPERS, Kelen Fabiana Cavalli; BÖGER, Bruna Raquel; TONIAL, Ivane Benedetti; WAGNER JUNIOR, Americo; LUCCHETTA, Luciano; Prado, Naimara Vieira do

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    Abstract Jaboticaba (Plinia cauliflora) is a Brazilian native fruit which can be consumed in natura form, and also as processed food. The skin has a significant biological nutritional potential. The present study aimed to evaluate the bioactive compounds of the jaboticaba skin and of the jaboticaba skin flour (JSF), and its application in cookie. Physicochemical analyses to determine the bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity (TEAC and FRAP) of jaboticaba skin and JSF were performed. Skin presented high content of phenolic compounds, anthocyanins, flavonoids and condensed tannins, strengthening that this composition exhibited considerable levels of antioxidant activity. The JSF presented considerable carbohydrate contents, phenolic compounds and antioxidant activity, besides being a source of fibers. The cookies were prepared by replacing 2.5%, 5.0% and 7.5% of the total amount of whole wheat flour in the recipe by JSF. The formulations presented positive increases of bioactive compounds, contributing with the potential of antioxidant activity. All formulations were well accepted in the sensory evaluation.
  • Physicochemical characterization and comparison of labels of beef bouillon cubes Research Paper

    VASCONCELOS, Anderson Maciel de; SANTOS, Sandra Maria Lopes dos; DAMACENO, Marlene Nunes; CAVALCANTE, Antonio Belfort Dantas

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    Abstract This study aimed at determining the centesimal composition, the energy value and the sodium content in beef bouillon cubes and compare them with the nutritional information by the manufacturer. Beef bouillon cube samples were collected in supermarkets in of the city of Limoeiro do Norte/CE, and the levels of nutrients were determined by official analysis methods. The physicochemical analyses carried out were moisture, lipids, proteins, fixed mineral residue, total carbohydrates and sodium content. The beef bouillon cubes analyzed showed a low moisture content (3.23 – 4.23 g/100 g) and high levels of lipids (19.72 – 20.05 g/100 g) and fixed mineral residue (53.24 – 57.61 g/100 g). When compared to the data reported on their labels, all the parameters were in smaller amounts than the ones declared in all analyzed brands. The average sodium content found in the samples ranged from 758.5 to 815.5 mg/serving of the product. Considering that the results were based on a portion of broth and that these amounts are related to half a cube of beef bouillon, it becomes quite alarming the amount of sodium available in this type of product, since the food prepared with this ingredient is usually eaten alongside other foods, which also contain sodium in their composition.
  • Stability of bioactive compounds in minimally processed beet according to the cooking methods Research Paper

    RAMOS, Juliana Arruda; FURLANETO, Karina Aparecida; LUNDGREN, Giovanna Alencar; MARIANO-NASSER, Flávia Aparecida de Carvalho; MENDONÇA, Veridiana Zocoler; NASSER, Maurício Dominguez; VIEITES, Rogério Lopes

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    Abstract The current study aimed to determine the functional propriety of fresh beets under different cooking methods through the quantification of bioactives compounds. Beets were chosen for uniformity of size, color and absence of defects. They were thoroughly washed in running water to remove dirt, manually peeled with a knife, sliced through a stainless-steel food processor (5 mm slicing disc) and submitted to four different cooking methods: steaming, pressure, oven-baked and hot-water immersion. Analysis were performed in both uncooked and cooked beets to evaluate antioxidant activity, total phenolic content, carotenoids, flavonoids and betalains. The experiment was completely randomized design (CRD). Data were subjected to analysis of variance (F test) and means were compared by Tukey test (p < 0.05). Oven-baked beets preserve most of the bioactive coumpouds, maintaining better levels of carotenoids, flavonoids, betacyanin and betaxanthin than the other cooking methods. The antioxidant activity was similar between the treatments, except in the pressure. Moreover, different cooking methods did not affect phenolic compounds concentration in beets.
  • Fortifying pork liver mixture: preparation and physicochemical characteristics - Part 1 Research Paper

    SREBERNICH, Silvana Mariana; GONÇALVES, Gisele Mara Silva; DOMENE, Semiramis Martins Álvares

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    Abstract Micronutrient deficiency is a worldwide health problem, especially in developing countries. A survey conducted over the last decade has shown that approximately half of all Brazilian preschoolers have iron-deficiency anemia, representing a severe public health problem. Therefore, the aim of this research was to evaluate the physicochemical and microbiological attributes and especially the iron level of a fortifying mixture (FM) containing pork liver prepared in powder form. Centesimal composition, fatty acids, minerals and microbiological evaluation were determined. The results obtained showed that this is a product of good microbiological quality with a high protein (47.34%) and lipid (28.29%) content. Monounsaturated fatty acids represented 8.13% of the total fatty acids, the main one being oleic acid (C 18:1 ω9) at 7.57%, corresponding to 93.22% of the total monounsaturated fatty acids. Regarding mineral content (5.18%), the FM proved to be an important source of iron (23.8 mg/100 g), also containing expressive amounts of other minerals, zinc in particular (9.97 mg/100 g). The results showed that FM has characteristics that make it an excellent fortifying food to be used in school meals mainly in soups, creams, cooked meats and especially in beans, a preparation that is already part of the Brazilian food habits since childhood.
  • Sensory evaluation and antioxidant capacity as quality parameters in the development of a banana, strawberry and juçara smoothie Research Paper

    RIBEIRO, Leilson de Oliveira; SANTOS, Juliana Georgia Carvalho dos; GOMES, Flávia dos Santos; CABRAL, Lourdes Maria Corrêa; SÁ, Daniela de Grandi Castro Freitas; MATTA, Virgínia Martins da; FREITAS, Suely Pereira

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    Abstract In the present study a banana, strawberry and juçara smoothie was developed using an experimental mixture design. The juçara proportion was kept constant while the banana:strawberry ratio varied and the main responses were the sensory acceptability and the antioxidant capacity. From five formulations, only the one with the highest percentage of strawberry was rejected, most likely due to its lower sugar content and higher acidity. In general, panelists chose the sweeter formulations, which were those with a higher percentage of banana. Relating to the consistency, the best formulation was the one containing the same proportion of strawberry and banana pulp, which provided a better flow to the product. Additionally, this sample showed intermediate values of phenolic compounds and antioxidant capacity, as well as desirable physicochemical characteristics. In spite of being possible to obtain four formulations with good sensory acceptance, the one with equal amounts of banana and strawberry pulp is highlighted due to its antioxidant capacity and sensory characteristics, statistically corroborated by the desirability function.
  • Caffeine in teas: levels, transference to infusion and estimated intake Research Paper

    TFOUNI, Silvia Amelia Verdiani; CAMARA, Maíra Marcuci; KAMIKATA, Kamille; GOMES, Fernanda Moralez Leme; FURLANI, Regina Prado Zanes

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    Abstract Caffeine is naturally present in several foods, being one of the most consumed dietary ingredients in the world; however, excessive intake may cause health concerns. This study evaluated caffeine levels in teas and their infusions, the transference rate during brewing, and estimated caffeine intake from tea infusion. Brands and batches of 4 types of teas were analyzed for caffeine content by high performance liquid chromatography with a diode array detector. Mate tea was the one that presented lowest levels (6.1 to 13.2 mg/g) while Camellia sinensis teas were from 14.3 to 34.8 mg/g. There were statistical differences between different types, brands and batches. Caffeine levels in infusions followed the same pattern of the leaves, with mate tea presenting lowest levels. Caffeine percentage of transference from leaves to infusion varied from 51.5 to 85.2%. Caffeine intake was estimated to be up to 191.4 mg/day. Tea may be considered an important source of caffeine intake for heavy tea drinkers.
  • Thermal degradation kinetics of ascorbic acid, thiamine and riboflavin in rosehip (Rosa canina L) nectar Research Paper

    KADAKAL, Çetin; DUMAN, Tolga; EKINCI, Raci

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    Abstract In this paper, the loss of L-ascorbic acid, thiamine and riboflavin in rosehip nectar with the heating periods (0, 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 min) at temperatures ranging from 70 to 95 °C is analyzed and experimental results are presented. Firstly, dried rosehip fruits were processed to rosehip nectar and then thermal treatment is performed. Liquid chromatographic (HPLC) method was used for the analysis of the contents of L-ascorbic acid, thiamine and riboflavin and examined compounds are thoroughly separated within 25 min. During thermal processing, degradation of L-ascorbic acid, thiamine and riboflavin in rosehip nectar were fitted to a first-order reaction kinetic model. Arrhenius relationship was used for the description of temperature dependence of reaction. Activation energies for L-ascorbic acid, thiamine and riboflavin between 70 to 95 ºC were found to be 55.30, 36.38 and 37.15 kJ/mol, respectively. To the best of the author’s knowledge, due to lack of study on the thermal degradation of L-ascorbic acid, thiamine and riboflavin in rosehip nectar, this manuscript will be the first reported study to enable future analysis.
  • Comparison of some functionalities of water soluble peptides derived from Turkish cow and goat milk Tulum cheeses during ripening Research Paper

    ÖZTÜRK, Hale İnci; AKIN, Nihat

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    Abstract In this study, profiles and functional properties such as antioxidant, mineral binding, and antimicrobial activities of water-soluble peptides from Turkish goat milk Tulum cheese and cow milk Tulum cheese were examined during the ripening period. According to the results of RP-HPLC, the number of peptides increased as the ripening days progressed due to proteolysis. DPPH results indicated that the antioxidant activity of peptides increased as the ripening days progressed for these cheeses. However, the highest antioxidant activity of peptide extracts was found in goat milk Tulum cheese according to the DPPH assay. The highest Iron (II) binding activity of peptide extracts was determined in goat milk Tulum cheese on the 60th day. Peptide extracts obtained from goat milk Tulum cheese on the 90th day demonstrated an inhibitory effect against Salmonella typhimurium ATCC 14028.
  • Effect of different cooking procedures on cholesterol and fat contents of selected meat products Research Paper

    KEKLIK, Nene Meltem; BOZKURT, Hüseyin; TEKİN, Ali Rıza

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    Abstract Meat products are important sources of dietary cholesterol and saturated fat. The serum cholesterol level, which is considered a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, reportedly increases with higher intake of saturated fats and cholesterol. In this study, the effect of different cooking procedures on the cholesterol, fat, and moisture contents on wet and dry bases of selected meat products was investigated. After frying the cholesterol content of lamb (p<0.05), tail fat (p>0.05), and beef fried with or without olive oil (p<0.05) increased. However, sucuks (Turkish dry-fermented sausages) fried with or without olive oil exhibited lower (p<0.05) cholesterol content compared to the initial values. After barbequing the cholesterol content of lamb kebab (p>0.05) and hot spicy lamb kebab (p>0.05) decreased, while the cholesterol content of liver kebab (p<0.05) increased. The fat content of lamb (p<0.05) and beef fried with (p<0.05) or without olive oil (p>0.05) increased, whereas the fat content of tail fat (p<0.05) and sucuks fried with or without olive oil (p>0.05) decreased. The fat content of kebabs did not change significantly (p>0.05) after barbequing. Regardless of the meat product or cooking procedure, the cholesterol and fat contents on dry basis exhibited a significant decrease (p<0.05) after cooking.
  • Wheat flour and gum cordia composite system: pasting, rheology and texture studies Research Paper

    MAHMOOD, Kaiser; ALAMRI, Mohammed Saleh; ABDELLATIF, Mohamed Abdelhakim; HUSSAIN, Shahzad; QASEM, Akram Ahmed Abdu

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    Abstract Native and acetylated freeze-dried gum cordia (GC) was replaced at 0, 3, 5 and 10% (w/w) of wheat flour, and their pasting and rheological properties were studied. The pasting data indicated a significant (p≤0.05) increase in peak and final viscosities of blends: especially at higher GC concentrations. The shearing profiles signified an increase in shear stress as a function of shear rate confirming a pseudoplastic behavior of the blends (n<1). The consistency coefficient (K) and flow behavior index (n) were estimated using a power law model where higher ‘K’ values strengthened the pasting data. The activation energies (Ea) calculated by Arrhenius equation were observed between 5.7-7.5 and 5.9-8.4 kJ/mol for native and acetylated gels, respectively. The highest hardness was observed for 10% acetylated GC gel while the same concentration of native GC depicted opposite trend.
  • Preservation of sweet red pepper paste quality: effect of packing material, ozone gas and protective agent use Research Paper

    AŞKIN UZEL, Ruhan

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    Abstract Unlike conventional methods, sweet red pepper paste was produced by various techniques in assistance of various starter cultures. Products were stored at 37 °C for 60 days. Salinity, acidity, color change, invert sugar, brown pigment formation parameters were determined during storage period. Microbiological, statistical and sensory evaluation methods were also applied and the effects of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) and Polypropylene (PP) at different filling temperatures with and without protective agents were investigated. E. coli was not detected at any production stage. Samples treated with protective agents at higher temperature was found to be best with respect to panelists’ flavor and color quality scores in PP support as a result of deterioration has occurred in samples with PET material. The results provide a basis for increasing active components and functional activity in pepper paste production by controlling packing material and ozone gas release considering chemical and sensory properties.
  • Further evidence for the existence of broiler chicken PFN (pale, firm, non-exudative) and PSE (pale, soft, exudative) meat in brazilian commercial flocks Research Paper

    CARVALHO, Leila Moreira de; OLIVEIRA, Maria Érica da Silva; FREITAS, Arlan Silva; SOUSA NETO, Arnoud Clementino; IDA, Elza Iouko; SHIMOKOMAKI, Massami; MADRUGA, Marta Suely

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    Abstract This work aims to investigate the incidence of two color abnormalities in broiler meat: PFN (Pale, Firm, Non-exudative) and PSE (Pale, Soft, Exudative), as well as the physicochemical alterations promoted by those anomalies. The samples of broiler breast meat (n = 700) were classified as Normal (44<L*<53, pH>5.8), PSE (L*≥53, pH<5.8) and PFN (L*≥53; pH>5.8). The occurrence of Normal, PSE and PFN samples was 69%, 11% and 20%, respectively. PFN samples presented a 4.2% higher water-holding capacity compared to PSE meat. PSE meats displayed a higher MFI (89.4) when compared to PFN and Normal meats. It was also noticed that the levels of lipid oxidation were greater in PSE breasts compared to Normal breasts. The total carbonyl in PFN, Normal and PSE meats was 8.2, 7.4 and 5.7 nmol/mg proteins, respectively. These results confirm the existence of a PFN anomaly in broiler breast meat, which presents functional properties similar to the Normal group. In addition to that, the less firm texture displayed by PSE meats is the result of a greater proteolytic activity, which seems to be related not only to the activation of the calpains, due to the excessive Ca 2+, but also to the lower level of protein oxidation.
  • The effect of lavender (Lavandula stoechas) on the shelf life of a traditional food: hamsi kaygana Research Paper

    TAŞKAYA, Latif; HASANHOCAOĞLU YAPICI, Hatice; METİN, Cansu; ALPARSLAN, Yunus

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    Abstract This study aimed to determine the effect of Lavandula stoechas, which is intensively grown in Muğla and known as lavender, on the meat quality and shelf life of hamsi kaygana, a traditional food in the Black Sea Region of Turkey. The study groups consist of the control group (K), a group containing 0.1% (A), 0.5% (B), and 1% (C) lavender. After performing the initial analyses, all groups were stored at 4 ± 1 °C. During the storage, the proximate composition, sensory, physicochemical, chemical and microbiological analyses were carried out. According to the chemical results, the lavender added to hamsi kaygana at the rates of 0.5% and 1% had an antioxidant effect and TBA obtained on day 20 in group C did not exceed the limit values. It draws attention that lavender has a positive effect on TVB-N. There was less development in the groups in which lavender was added in microbiological terms. The best score in terms of sensory acceptance correlate well within the group B during storage (1 to 9 days) was evaluated. This study has revealed that hamsi kaygana, can be transported to wider markets, by increasing its durability with spices such as lavender and longer-term preservation and easy transportation with different packaging techniques.
  • Improvement of quality and shelf-life of Sübye, a traditional beverage of Turkey Research Paper

    APAN, Mukaddes Arigül; ZORBA, Murat

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    Abstract Sübye, a traditional beverage of Turkey, is produced from melon seeds, sugar, and water. The standard production protocol for Sübye beverage includes mixing minced rehydrated melon seed mass with sugar to obtain Sübye paste in the ratio of 1:1.125 (w/w), respectively, and mixing 25% of the paste with water. The total moisture, sugar, fat, protein, and ash contents of the standardized beverage were found to be 84.24%, 11.65%, 1.52%, 1.35%, and 0.21%, respectively. A 99% suspension stability of the beverage was achieved after one day of storage by addition of a xanthan gum:guar gum combination (0.04%:0.5% and 0.05%:0.4%). No significant differences (p>0.05) were found between the gum-containing samples and control samples for the Hunter color values and for the sensory characteristics, such as mouthfeel, taste, and overall acceptability (except for appearance). Nisin:natamycin (2 ppb:30 ppm) was statistically found to be the most effective antimicrobial combination for aerobic mesophilic bacteria after storage for 6 days. Nisin:natamycin (2 ppb:30 ppm) and nisin:potassium sorbate (2 ppb:250 ppm) combinations were found the most effective antimicrobial combinations for mold and yeast count after storage for 3 days and 6 days, respectively.
  • Roll enriched with Nile tilapia meal: sensory, nutritional, technological and microbiological characteristics Research Paper

    CHAMBÓ, Ana Paula Sartorio; SOUZA, Maria Luiza Rodrigues de; OLIVEIRA, Edna Regina Netto de; MIKCHA, Jane Martha Graton; MARQUES, Diego Rodrigues; MAISTROVICZ, Fabiana Carla; VISENTAINER, Jesuí Vergilio; GOES, Elenice Souza dos Reis

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    Abstract This study evaluated the chemical composition, fatty acid profile, technological quality, sensory profile and microbiological characteristics of rolls with inclusion of 0, 5, 10 and 15% meal prepared with tilapia carcasses. Moisture and carbohydrate content were linearly reduced (P < 0.05) with increasing inclusion of tilapia meal, but a linear increase (P < 0.0001) was observed in protein (9.91 to 14.30%) and ash (1.74 to 4.65%) content. Lipids and calorific value of the rolls were not affected (P > 0.05) by inclusion levels, but 15% tilapia meal resulted in greater amount of polyunsaturated fatty acids (4.63%) in relation to 0% inclusion (4.46%). There was a linear increase (P < 0.0001) in the firmness of the breads (3.65 to 13.17N) and a linear decrease (P < 0.001) in volume and specific volume. Sensory attributes showed a negative linear effect (P < 0.01), with acceptance rates ranging from 85.24% (0% inclusion) to 70.57% (15% inclusion). It can be concluded that the inclusion of 5 to 15% tilapia meal in roll is effective to increase the protein, mineral matter, polyunsaturated fatty acids and the firmness of the roll, in addition to reducing carbohydrates and volume. Considering the reduction in sensory acceptance, it is recommended to use up to 10% tilapia meal in rolls.
  • Impact of stabilizers on the rheological properties of ice creams Research Paper

    MILLIATTI, Mariana Carniell; LANNES, Suzana Caetano da Silva

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    Abstract The effect of the food hydrocolloids Guar gum, Locust bean gum (LBG) and Gelatin, as well as their mixtures (even carrageenan was used in all formulations – 0.035%), was studied on the rheological characteristics of ice cream formulations. A frequency sweep test, at low temperature (-8 °C), was performed to evaluate the elastic (G’) and viscous (G”) modulus. The ice cream produced using Gelatin and blend of Gelatin and LBG (0.09 and 0.18%) presented higher values of G’, which is an indicative of the presence of ice crystals and greater rigidity. The thermo-oscillatory rheometry was used to correlate the rheological properties and the characteristic of the ice creams (creaminess, sensory, melting). A temperature sweep test, from -10 to 5 °C was performed to evaluate changes in the structures of the products and their relationship with the sensory properties. For all formulations tested, it was observed, from -10 °C to -1 °C, a large decline in the elastic and viscous modulus due to the loss of interactions between the ice crystals, associated with their melting. After melting, the parameter G”, indicative of the creaminess of ice cream during consumption, showed a slight advantage to the ice creams produced with Guar gum alone and its blend with LBG.
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