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2. The compositional aspects of edible flowers as an emerging horticultural product
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Cristina Caleja, Eleomar de O. Pires, Isabel C.F.R. Ferreira, Spyridon A. Petropoulos, Youssef Rouphael, Lillian Barros, Francesco Di Gioia, Pires, E. O., Di Gioia, F., Rouphael, Y., Ferreira, I. C. F. R., Caleja, C., Barros, L., and Petropoulos, S. A.
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Anthocyanin ,Pigments ,Phenolic compound ,High variability ,antioxidant activity ,Pharmaceutical Science ,Review ,Flowers ,phenolic compounds ,Biology ,alkaloids ,betacyanins ,Antioxidants ,Analytical Chemistry ,Anthocyanins ,Human health ,QD241-441 ,Alkaloids ,Common species ,Antioxidant activity ,Betacyanin ,Alkaloid ,Drug Discovery ,Humans ,Physical and Theoretical Chemistry ,Edible flowers ,Flavonoids ,Plant Extracts ,business.industry ,Organic Chemistry ,food and beverages ,anthocyanins ,Edible flower ,Phenolic compounds ,Biotechnology ,Product (business) ,edible flowers ,Chemistry (miscellaneous) ,Food products ,Molecular Medicine ,Betacyanins ,Plants, Edible ,business - Abstract
Edible flowers are becoming very popular, as consumers are seeking healthier and more attractive food products that can improve their diet aesthetics and diversify their dietary sources of micronutrients. The great variety of flowers that can be eaten is also associated with high variability in chemical composition, especially in bioactive compounds content that may significantly contribute to human health. The advanced analytical techniques allowed us to reveal the chemical composition of edible flowers and identify new compounds and effects that were not known until recently. Considering the numerous species of edible flowers, the present review aims to categorize the various species depending on their chemical composition and also to present the main groups of compounds that are usually present in the species that are most commonly used for culinary purposes. Moreover, special attention is given to those species that contain potentially toxic or poisonous compounds as their integration in human diets should be carefully considered. In conclusion, the present review provides useful information regarding the chemical composition and the main groups of chemical compounds that are present in the flowers of the most common species. info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion
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- 2018
3. Chemical profiles and bioactivities of polyphenolic extracts of Lavandula stoechas L., Artemisia dracunculus L. and Ocimum basilicum L.
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Silva BN, Cadavez V, Caleja C, Pereira E, Calhelha RC, Molina AK, Finimundy T, Kostić M, Soković M, Teixeira JA, Barros L, and Gonzales-Barron U
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- Humans, Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Anti-Infective Agents chemistry, Anti-Inflammatory Agents chemistry, Anti-Inflammatory Agents pharmacology, Chromatography, High Pressure Liquid, Ocimum basilicum chemistry, Plant Extracts chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology, Plant Extracts isolation & purification, Polyphenols chemistry, Polyphenols pharmacology, Lavandula chemistry, Antioxidants chemistry, Antioxidants pharmacology, Antioxidants isolation & purification, Artemisia chemistry
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This study assessed the chemical profiles and bioactivities of the infusions, decoctions and hydroethanolic extracts of tarragon, basil and French lavender. The extracts were chemically characterised (HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS) and their bioactivities were evaluated in vitro. All extracts revealed antimicrobial, antifungal and antioxidant properties. French lavender extracts showed higher total phenolic content, regardless of the extraction method used, and antioxidant and antitumour capacities, but no anti-inflammatory action. All basil and two of the tarragon extracts revealed anti-inflammatory power. Thus, tarragon, basil and French lavender extracts may be considered for inclusion in foods, as preservatives or functional ingredients. Nonetheless, further studies must be conducted to evaluate the pharmacokinetic parameters of the bioactive compounds., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest None., (Copyright © 2024 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd.. All rights reserved.)
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- 2024
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4. Chemical and Bioactive Evaluation of Essential Oils from Edible and Aromatic Mediterranean Lamiaceae Plants.
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Spréa RM, Caleja C, Finimundy TC, Calhelha RC, Pires TCSP, Amaral JS, Prieto MA, Ferreira ICFR, Pereira E, and Barros L
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- Humans, Anti-Inflammatory Agents pharmacology, Anti-Inflammatory Agents chemistry, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, Origanum chemistry, Salvia officinalis chemistry, Cell Line, Tumor, Thymus Plant chemistry, Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Anti-Infective Agents chemistry, Plants, Edible chemistry, Plant Oils chemistry, Plant Oils pharmacology, Thymol pharmacology, Thymol chemistry, Microbial Sensitivity Tests, Cymenes, Oils, Volatile pharmacology, Oils, Volatile chemistry, Lamiaceae chemistry, Antioxidants pharmacology, Antioxidants chemistry
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The Lamiaceae family, which includes several well-known aromatic plants, is scientifically relevant due to its essential oils (EOs). In this work, four EOs from Mediterranean species, namely Origanum vulgare L., Rosmarinus officinalis L., Salvia officinalis L., and Thymus vulgaris L., were evaluated for their volatile profiles and the biological activity in vitro to assess their potential use in the food and cosmetic sector. GC/MS analysis revealed dominant compounds, such as carvacrol, thymol, and eucalyptol. Regarding biological action, the samples exhibited antioxidant, cytotoxic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antifungal activities, with O. vulgare and T. officinalis standing out. T. vulgaris showed the lowest EC
50 in the reducing power assay, and O. vulgare had the lowest EC50 in the DPPH assay. Most EOs also displayed excellent anti-inflammatory responses and antifungal properties, with O. vulgare and T. vulgaris also demonstrating antibacterial activity. All EOs from Mediterranean species showed cytotoxicity against tumoral cell lines. Overall, the selected EOs stood out for their interesting bioactivities, with the obtained results underscoring their potential as natural preservatives and bioactive agents in various industrial applications, including food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.- Published
- 2024
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5. Nutritional profiling, fiber content and in vitro bioactivities of wheat-based biscuits formulated with novel ingredients.
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Mesias M, Morales FJ, Caleja C, Pires TCSP, Calhelha RC, Barros L, and Pereira E
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- Seeds chemistry, Plant Gums chemistry, Plant Gums pharmacology, Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Salvia chemistry, beta-Glucans pharmacology, beta-Glucans chemistry, Anti-Inflammatory Agents pharmacology, Anti-Inflammatory Agents chemistry, Bread analysis, Anti-Bacterial Agents pharmacology, Anti-Bacterial Agents chemistry, Gum Arabic chemistry, Gum Arabic pharmacology, Animals, Microbial Sensitivity Tests, Humans, Triticum chemistry, Dietary Fiber analysis, Dietary Fiber pharmacology, Antioxidants pharmacology, Antioxidants chemistry, Flour analysis, Nutritive Value, Galactans, Mannans
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This study evaluated the nutritional profile and fiber content of innovative formulations of wheat-based biscuits enriched with chia seeds, carob flour and coconut sugar. The in vitro antioxidant, cytotoxic, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities were also investigated to understand the potential health advantages of the incorporation of these new ingredients. The novel biscuits demonstrated significant improvements in protein and mineral content, with increases of 50% and 100% in chia biscuits, and up to 20% and 40% in carob biscuits, respectively. Fiber also notably increased, particularly in samples containing 10% carob flour, which increased four times as compared to wheat-based samples. The new ingredients exhibited antibacterial and antifungal activity, particularly against Yersinia enterocolitica (minimum inhibitory concentration 1.25 mg mL
-1 in coconut sugar) and Aspergillus fumigatus (minimum inhibitory concentration/minimum fungicidal concentrations 2.5/5 mg mL-1 in chia seeds). However, the final biscuits only displayed antifungal properties. Carob flour and chia seeds had a remarkably high capacity to inhibit the formation of TBARS and promoted greater antioxidant activity in biscuit formulations, with EC50 values decreasing from 23.25 mg mL-1 (control) to 4.54 mg mL-1 (15% defatted ground chia seeds) and 1.19 mg mL-1 (10% carob flour). Only chia seeds exhibited cellular antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activity, attributes that were lost when seeds were added into the biscuits. These findings highlight the potential health benefits of these ingredients, particularly when incorporated in new wheat-based formulations.- Published
- 2024
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6. Use of Bio-Waste of Ilex paraguariensis A. St. Hil. (Yerba mate) to Obtain an Extract Rich in Phenolic Compounds with Preservative Potential.
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Menezes B, Caleja C, Calhelha RC, Pinela J, Dias MI, Stojković D, Soković M, Gonçalves OH, Leimann FV, Pereira E, and Barros L
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In this work, a comparison between the extracts of dehydrated yerba mate ( Ilex paraguariensis ) and bio-waste of yerba mate leaves from the Brazilian industry was made. The incorporation of the functional extract as a preservative/functional ingredient in a pastry product (pancakes) was tested. The individual profile of phenolic compounds was determined by HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS, and the bioactive potential was assessed using in vitro assays for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cytotoxic activities. The yerba mate extracts revealed a high antimicrobial potential against the tested strains and a very promising antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action. Additionally, revealed a cytotoxic capacity for MCF-7, CaCo and AGS tumor cell-lines. In the three types of pancakes, after 3 days of storage, the chemical and nutritional characteristics remain unchanged, proving the preservative efficiency of the extract. This study showed the benefits of the use bio-waste from agro-industrial sector, focusing on sustainable production and the development of circular economy.
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- 2023
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7. Phytochemical Composition and Bioactive Potential of Melissa officinalis L., Salvia officinalis L. and Mentha spicata L. Extracts.
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Silva BN, Cadavez V, Caleja C, Pereira E, Calhelha RC, Añibarro-Ortega M, Finimundy T, Kostić M, Soković M, Teixeira JA, Barros L, and Gonzales-Barron U
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Plants are rich in bioactive phytochemicals that often display medicinal properties. These can play an important role in the production of health-promoting food additives and the replacement of artificial ones. In this sense, this study aimed to characterise the polyphenolic profile and bioactive properties of the decoctions, infusions and hydroethanolic extracts of three plants: lemon balm ( Melissa officinalis L.), sage ( Salvia officinalis L.) and spearmint ( Mentha spicata L.). Total phenolic content ranged from 38.79 mg/g extract to 84.51 mg/g extract, depending on the extract. The main phenolic compound detected in all cases was rosmarinic acid. The results highlighted that some of these extracts may have the ability to prevent food spoilage (due to antibacterial and antifungal effects) and promote health benefits (due to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capacities) while not displaying toxicity against healthy cells. Furthermore, although no anti-inflammatory capacity was observed from sage extracts, these stood out for often displaying the best outcomes in terms of other bioactivities. Overall, the results of our research provide insight into the potential of plant extracts as a source of active phytochemicals and as natural food additives. They also support the current trends in the food industry of replacing synthetic additives and developing foods with added beneficial health effects beyond basic nutrition.
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- 2023
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8. Upcycling Fish By-Products into Bioactive Fish Oil: The Suitability of Microwave-Assisted Extraction.
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Pinela J, Fuente B, Rodrigues M, Pires TCSP, Mandim F, Almeida A, Dias MI, Caleja C, and Barros L
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- Food, Microwaves, Fatty Acids analysis, Fish Oils, Refuse Disposal
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The seafood industry is often left out of the food waste discussion, but this sector is no exception, as it generates large amounts of various by-products. This study aimed to explore the potential of the microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) technique to obtain high-quality oil from fish by-products. The independent variables, which were time (1-30 min), microwave power (50-1000 W), and solid/liquid ratio (70-120 g/L) were combined in a 20-run experimental design coupled with the response surface methodology (RSM) for process optimization. The obtained oil yield values were fitted to a quadratic equation to build the theoretical models, which were statistically validated based on statistical criteria and used to predict the optimal MAE condition. The oil yields were significantly affected by the three independent variables through linear, quadratic, and/or interactive effects. Compared to a conventional Soxhlet extraction (SE), the optimal MAE conditions allowed between 60 and 100% of oil to be recovered in less than 19 min and with less solvent consumption. The fatty acid profiles of the oils obtained through SE and optimized MAE were characterized by gas chromatography with flame ionizing detection (GC-FID) after a derivatization process. These oils were constituted mainly of health, beneficial unsaturated fatty acids, such as oleic, docosahexaenoic (DHA), linoleic, and eicosapentaenoic (EPA) acids, which were not affected ( p > 0.05) by the extraction methods. Interestingly, the oils obtained through MAE showed the best microbial growth inhibition results may have been due to thermolabile compounds, preserved via this unconventional non-thermal method. The oils also exhibited anti-inflammatory effects via nitric oxide production inhibition and cytotoxic potential especially, against breast and gastric adenocarcinoma cells. However, the threshold of toxicity should be further investigated. Overall, this work emerges as a future-oriented approach to upcycling fish by-products into high-quality oils that can be used in the formulation of pet food and other products.
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- 2022
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9. Nutritional Composition and Bioactive Properties of Wild Edible Mushrooms from Native Nothofagus Patagonian Forests.
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Rugolo M, Mascoloti Spréa R, Dias MI, Pires TCSP, Añibarro-Ortega M, Barroetaveña C, Caleja C, and Barros L
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Nothofagus forests of the Andean Patagonian region are home to numerous wild edible mushroom (WEM) species with interesting organoleptic characteristics, although many of them have unknown nutritional and nutraceutical profiles. The proximal composition, fatty and organic acids, soluble sugars, phenolic compounds, ergosterol, as well as antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of 17 WEMs were analyzed. Carbohydrates, the most abundant macronutrients, varied between 49.00 g/100 g dw ( C. magellanicus ) and 89.70 g/100 g dw ( F. antarctica ). Significantly higher values were found for total fat in G. gargal (5.90 g/100 g dw) followed by A. vitellinus (4.70 g/100 g dw); for crude protein in L. perlatum (36.60 g/100 g dw) followed by L. nuda (30.30 g/100 g dw); and for energy in G. gargal (398 Kcal/100g) and C. hariotii (392 Kcal/100g). The most effective extracts regarding the TBARS antioxidant capacity were those of Ramaria . This is the first time that a study was carried out on the chemical composition of G. sordulenta , C. xiphidipus , F. pumiliae , and L. perlatum . The promotion of sustainable use of WEMs, including their incorporation in functional diets that choose WEMs as nutritious, safe, and healthy foods, and their use in an identity mycogastronomy linked to tourism development, requires the detailed and precise nutritional and nutraceutical information of each species.
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- 2022
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10. Comparative study on the phenolic composition and in vitro bioactivity of medicinal and aromatic plants from the Lamiaceae family.
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Mascoloti Spréa R, Caleja C, Pinela J, Finimundy TC, Calhelha RC, Kostić M, Sokovic M, Prieto MA, Pereira E, Amaral JS, and Barros L
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- Antioxidants chemistry, Antioxidants pharmacology, Phenols chemistry, Phytochemicals pharmacology, Plant Extracts chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology, Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances, Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Lamiaceae chemistry, Plants, Medicinal chemistry
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Medicinal and aromatic plants (MAP) have been described as a source of phenolic compounds with potential as antioxidant, antiproliferative and antimicrobial agents. MAP from the Lamiaceae family (Origanum vulgare L., Thymus vulgaris L., Ocimum basilicum L., Salvia officinalis L., Melissa officinalis L., and MatricariachamomillaL.) were selected to perform a phytochemical and biological screening for their further exploitation as natural bioactive ingredients. The total content of phenolic compounds varied from 184.02 mg/g extract in M. officinalis to 17.97 mg/g extract in M. chamomilla. Caffeic and rosmarinic acids were the main phenolic acids found in the respective hydroalcoholic extracts. The extracts showed a promising antioxidant activity in vitro, being related the phenolic compositions of the extracts, furthermore, all extracts being able to combat lipid peroxidation in TBARS assays with an IC
50 under 26 μg/mL, moreover all the plant extract has prevented the oxidative haemolysis in OxHLIA assays at concentrations below 67 μg/mL in a Δt 60 min and under 118 μg/mL for a Δt 120 min. Regarding to the bactericidal and fungicidal action the plant extracts were able to inhibit growth against bacteria associated with food hazards, such as Salmonella typhimurium (MIC < 1) and Listeria monocytogenes (MIC < 1), regarding to fungicidal activity it can be highlighted the MIC values under to 0.25 for Aspergillus versicolor and Trichoderma viride. Overall, the selected Lamiaceae plants stood out as a source of active phytochemicals that can be used by different industries, such as food and cosmetics., Competing Interests: Declaration of Competing Interest The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper., (Copyright © 2022 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)- Published
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11. Pineapple by-products as a source of bioactive compounds with potential for industrial food application.
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Moreira B, Pereira E, Finimundy TC, Pinela J, Calhelha RC, Carocho M, Stojković D, Sokovic M, Ferreira ICFR, Caleja C, and Barros L
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- Antioxidants analysis, Flavonoids analysis, Fruit chemistry, Phenols analysis, Plant Extracts analysis, Ananas, Anti-Infective Agents
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Pineapple is a tropical fruit consumed fresh or processed into various food products. However, the peel and crown of this fruit are not industrially exploited, thus generating tons of by-products that represent an economic and environmental concern. In order to promote the upcycling of these by-products, this work aimed to characterize the phenolic profile of its hydroethanolic extracts obtained from pineapple peel and crown leaves and to evaluate their in vitro bioactivity. The HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS analysis allowed the identification of 25 phenolic compounds, including phenolic acids and flavonoids. The antioxidant, cytotoxic, and antimicrobial activity assays highlighted the peel extract as the most promising and, therefore, it was incorporated into a traditional Portuguese pastry cake as a functional ingredient. The nutritional parameters of the developed food were not affected by the incorporation of the extract, but it promoted the antioxidant activity during its shelf-life. Overall, pineapple peel and crown appeared as promising by-products to be exploited by the food industry, which can be achieved through a circular economy approach.
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- 2022
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12. From Tradition to Health: Chemical and Bioactive Characterization of Five Traditional Plants.
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Garcia-Oliveira P, Carreira-Casais A, Pereira E, Dias MI, Pereira C, Calhelha RC, Stojković D, Sokovic M, Simal-Gandara J, Prieto MA, Caleja C, and Barros L
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- Anti-Bacterial Agents pharmacology, Anti-Inflammatory Agents chemistry, Anti-Inflammatory Agents pharmacology, Antifungal Agents, Phenols chemistry, Phenols pharmacology, Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances, Antioxidants chemistry, Antioxidants pharmacology, Plant Extracts chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology
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Several scientific studies have been proving the bioactive effects of many aromatic and medicinal plants associated with the presence of a high number of bioactive compounds, namely phenolic compounds. The antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial capacities of these molecules have aroused high interest in some industrial sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. This work aimed to determine the phenolic profiles of the infusions and hydroethanolic extracts of five plants ( Carpobrotus edulis , Genista tridentata , Verbascum sinuatum , Cytisus multiflorus , and Calluna vulgaris ) that have been employed in many traditional preparations. In addition, the antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumoral activity of each different preparation was evaluated using in vitro assays. The HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS profile revealed the presence of eighty phenolic compounds, belonging to seven different families of compounds. Regarding antioxidant properties, the hydroethanolic extract of C. edulis showed a potent effect in the TBARS assay (IC
50 = 1.20 µg/mL), while G. tridentata hydroethanolic extract achieved better results in the OxHLIA test (IC50 = 76 µg/mL). For cytotoxic and anti-inflammatory results, V. sinuatum infusions stood out significantly, with GI50 = 59.1-92.1 µg/mL and IC50 = 121.1 µg/mL, respectively. Finally, C. edulis hydroethanolic extract displayed the most relevant antibacterial activity, showing MBC values of 0.25-1 mg/mL, while G. tridentata hydroethanolic extract exerted the greatest antifungal effects (MFC of 0.5-1 mg/mL). The results of this study deepen the knowledge of the phenolic profiles and also provide evidence on the bioactive properties of the species selected, which could be considered highly valuable options for research and application in several sectors, namely food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.- Published
- 2022
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13. Nutritional and bioactive oils from salmon (Salmo salar) side streams obtained by Soxhlet and optimized microwave-assisted extraction.
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de la Fuente B, Pinela J, Mandim F, Heleno SA, Ferreira ICFR, Barba FJ, Berrada H, Caleja C, and Barros L
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- Animals, Antioxidants analysis, Oils, Rivers, Microwaves, Salmo salar
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The efficiency of the microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) technique on recovering nutritional and bioactive oils from salmon (Salmo salar) side streams was evaluated and compared to Soxhlet extraction. The response surface methodology (RSM) coupled with a central composite rotatable design was used to optimize time, microwave power, and solid/liquid ratio of the MAE process in terms of oil yield. The optimal MAE conditions were 14.6 min, 291.9 W, 80.1 g/L for backbones, 10.8 min, 50.0 W, 80.0 g/L for heads, and 14.3 min, 960.6 W, 99.5 g/L for viscera, which resulted in a recovery of 69% of the total lipid content for backbones and heads and 92% for viscera. The oils obtained under optimal MAE conditions showed a healthy lipid profile as well as cytotoxic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, or antimicrobial properties. These results highlight that oils from underutilized salmon by-products could be exploited by different industrial sectors under the circular economy approach., (Copyright © 2022 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2022
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14. The Compositional Aspects of Edible Flowers as an Emerging Horticultural Product.
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Pires EO Jr, Di Gioia F, Rouphael Y, Ferreira ICFR, Caleja C, Barros L, and Petropoulos SA
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- Humans, Antioxidants chemistry, Flavonoids chemistry, Flowers chemistry, Plant Extracts chemistry, Plants, Edible chemistry
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Edible flowers are becoming very popular, as consumers are seeking healthier and more attractive food products that can improve their diet aesthetics and diversify their dietary sources of micronutrients. The great variety of flowers that can be eaten is also associated with high variability in chemical composition, especially in bioactive compounds content that may significantly contribute to human health. The advanced analytical techniques allowed us to reveal the chemical composition of edible flowers and identify new compounds and effects that were not known until recently. Considering the numerous species of edible flowers, the present review aims to categorize the various species depending on their chemical composition and also to present the main groups of compounds that are usually present in the species that are most commonly used for culinary purposes. Moreover, special attention is given to those species that contain potentially toxic or poisonous compounds as their integration in human diets should be carefully considered. In conclusion, the present review provides useful information regarding the chemical composition and the main groups of chemical compounds that are present in the flowers of the most common species.
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- 2021
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15. Study on the Potential Application of Impatiens balsamina L. Flowers Extract as a Natural Colouring Ingredient in a Pastry Product.
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Pires EO Jr, Pereira E, Carocho M, Pereira C, Dias MI, Calhelha RC, Ćirić A, Soković M, Garcia CC, Ferreira ICFR, Caleja C, and Barros L
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- Antioxidants, Chromatography, High Pressure Liquid, Flowers, Anthocyanins analysis, Food Coloring Agents analysis, Impatiens, Plant Extracts analysis
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Flowers of the genus Impatiens are classified as edible; however, their inclusion in the human diet is not yet a common practice. Its attractive colours have stirred great interest by the food industry. In this sense, rose (BP) and orange (BO) I. balsamina flowers were nutritionally studied, followed by an in-depth chemical study profile. The non-anthocyanin and anthocyanin profiles of extracts of both flower varieties were also determined by high-performance liquid chromatography coupled to a diode array and mass spectrometry detector (HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS). The results demonstrated that both varieties presented significant amounts of phenolic compounds, having identified nine non-anthocyanin compounds and 14 anthocyanin compounds. BP extract stood out in its bioactive properties (antioxidant and antimicrobial potential) and was selected for incorporation in "bombocas" filling. Its performance as a colouring ingredient was compared with the control formulations (white filling) and with E163 (anthocyanins) colorant. The incorporation of the natural ingredient did not cause changes in the chemical and nutritional composition of the product; and although the colour conferred was lighter than presented by the formulation with E163 (suggesting a more natural aspect), the higher antioxidant activity could meet the expectations of the current high-demand consumer.
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- 2021
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16. Characterization of Kefir Produced in Household Conditions: Physicochemical and Nutritional Profile, and Storage Stability.
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Alves E, Ntungwe EN, Gregório J, Rodrigues LM, Pereira-Leite C, Caleja C, Pereira E, Barros L, Aguilar-Vilas MV, Rosado C, and Rijo P
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Kefir, a traditional fermented food, has numerous health benefits due to its unique chemical composition, which is reflected in its excellent nutritional value. Physicochemical and microbial composition of kefir obtained from fermented milk are influenced by the type of the milk, grain to milk ratio, time and temperature of fermentation, and storage conditions. It is crucial that kefir characteristics are maintained during storage since continuous metabolic activities of residual kefir microbiota may occur. This study aimed to examine the nutritional profile of kefir produced in traditional in use conditions by fermentation of ultra-high temperature pasteurized (UHT) semi-skimmed cow milk using argentinean kefir grains and compare the stability and nutritional compliance of freshly made and refrigerated kefir. Results indicate that kefir produced under home use conditions maintains the expected characteristics with respect to the physicochemical parameters and composition, both after fermentation and after refrigerated storage. This work further contributes to the characterization of this food product that is so widely consumed around the world by focusing on kefir that was produced in a typical household setting.
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- 2021
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17. Chemical Composition and Bioactive Characterisation of Impatiens walleriana .
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Pires EO Jr, Pereira E, Pereira C, Dias MI, Calhelha RC, Ćirić A, Soković M, Hassemer G, Garcia CC, Caleja C, Barros L, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Anti-Inflammatory Agents pharmacology, Antineoplastic Agents pharmacology, Antioxidants pharmacology, Cell Proliferation, Flowers metabolism, Impatiens metabolism, Tumor Cells, Cultured, Anthocyanins analysis, Flavonoids analysis, Flowers chemistry, Hydroxybenzoates analysis, Impatiens chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology
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The attractive colour characteristics of the flowers of the species Impatiens walleriana have been arousing great interest in the food industry, which is looking for potential natural sources of colouring ingredients. In this sense, the present work focused on the chemical and bioactive characterization of pink and orange flowers of I. walleriana . The phenolic compounds were determined by HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS; in addition, different bioactivities (antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and cytotoxicity) were also analysed. Both samples studied showed significant amounts of phenolic compounds, especially phenolic acids, flavonoids, and anthocyanins, which justifies the excellent performance in the different bioactivities studied. The orange variety, despite having a greater variety of phenolic compounds, showed a total amount of compounds lower than the pink variety. Overall, the flowers of I. walleriana emerge as a promising resource to be explored by the food industry.
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- 2021
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18. Infusions of Herbal Blends as Promising Sources of Phenolic Compounds and Bioactive Properties.
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Finimundy TC, Pereira C, Dias MI, Caleja C, Calhelha RC, Sokovic M, Stojković D, Carvalho AM, Rosa E, Barros L, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Dietary Supplements analysis, Phytochemicals chemistry, Phytochemicals pharmacology, Sugars chemistry, Phenols chemistry, Plant Extracts chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology
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Several plants have been used for medicinal applications and have been traditionally consumed as decoctions and infusions. Although some herbs are used alone as a beverage, they are often blended in mixtures to maximize their effects. Herein, the nutritional characterization of six infusions from herbal blends was evaluated using the official methods of analysis (AOAC international). A further characterization of the individual phenolic profile was also performed by HPLC-DAD/ESI-MSn, and finally bioactive potential was determined by evaluating the antioxidant, cytotoxic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities of each blend. The wide variety of plants in each sample led to variability in the results for all analyzed parameters. However, blends containing 15% Laurus nobilis L. and 15% Juglan regia L. in their composition showed higher sugar content and energy contribution; higher concentration of phenolic compounds (phenolic acids and flavonoids); greater antioxidant, cytotoxic, and anti-inflammatory capacity; and also better antimicrobial effects against all the tested bacterial and fungal strains. Further studies will be necessary to evaluate the real synergistic effects that these two species show in the presence of other plants, and to evaluate their potential for application in various food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical products as infusion preparations.
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- 2020
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19. Castanea sativa male flower extracts as an alternative additive in the Portuguese pastry delicacy "pastel de nata".
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Caleja C, Barros L, Barreira JCM, Soković M, Calhelha RC, Bento A, Oliveira MBPP, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Flowers, Humans, Portugal, Fagaceae, Food Handling, Plant Extracts analysis
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Replacing artificial additives by natural compounds is a current trend in the food industry. In addition to their preserving effect, naturally obtained ingredients often exhibit important levels of bioactivities. Generally, plant species represent better sources of natural ingredients, since their compounds are less prone to causing unpleasant taste or odour. Chestnut male flower (CMF) was reported to have high antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. Hence, it was tested as an alternative to potassium sorbate in the most treasured Portuguese delicacy: "pastel de nata". Different nutritional, chemical, physical and bioactive parameters were compared in two different periods: baking day and two days after baking. All samples presented similar nutritional and chemical profiles, but those added with CMF revealed higher contents of reducing agents and radical scavengers. Accordingly, the newly obtained formulation is expected to have better effects on consumers' health, maintaining the chemical characteristics, besides rendering a novel, economically profitable, application to CMF.
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- 2020
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20. Characterization and Application of Pomegranate Epicarp Extracts as Functional Ingredients in a Typical Brazilian Pastry Product.
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da Silva Veloso F, Caleja C, Calhelha RC, Pires TCS, Alves MJ, Barros L, Genena AK, Barreira JCM, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Anti-Bacterial Agents pharmacology, Brazil, Cell Death drug effects, Colorimetry, Fatty Acids analysis, Microbial Sensitivity Tests, Sugars analysis, Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances metabolism, Phenols chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology, Pomegranate chemistry
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Currently, there is a clear tendency to incorporate natural ingredients into food and pharmaceutical formulations. Besides being well-accepted by consumers, these ingredients have less adverse side effects than their artificial counterparts. The pomegranate processing industry produces large quantities of by-products that are discarded as bio-residues, despite containing bioactive compounds. Accordingly, the epicarp of two pomegranate varieties ( Mollar de Elche and Purple Queen ) was tested as a potential source of bioactive compounds with food application. The phenolic profile was identified by HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS, revealing fourteen phenolic compounds in both varieties ( Purple Queen showed also three anthocyanins), with punicalagin isomers as the major compounds. Nonetheless, Mollar de Elche presented greater antioxidant and antibacterial activities. Despite this result, Purple Queen was selected to be tested as a new natural colouring and functionalizing ingredient in a Brazilian pastry product. The incorporation of the selected extract maintained the nutritional profile and provided a higher antioxidant activity compared to the traditional product. In this way, this work confirmed the possible use of pomegranate epicarp as a natural ingredient in the food industry, conferring dyeing and functionalizing effects, and anticipating a possible valorisation of this bio-residue.
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- 2020
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21. Chemical composition and bioactive properties of byproducts from two different kiwi varieties.
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Dias M, Caleja C, Pereira C, Calhelha RC, Kostic M, Sokovic M, Tavares D, Baraldi IJ, Barros L, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Actinidia classification, Fruit classification, Humans, Nutritive Value, Actinidia chemistry, Fruit chemistry
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Kiwis are an example of fruits with excellent bioactive properties worldwide appreciated and consumed generating tons of waste. Thus, the objective of this work was to compare two varieties of kiwi: Actinidia deliciosa cv. "Hayward" (green) and Actinidia spp. (red) regarding the nutritional value of their pulps, chemical composition and bioactivities of each pulp and peel. The results revealed that pulps have a high water content and low amount of other macronutrients. Both parts of red kiwi presented the highest tocopherols content and red kiwi pulp presented the highest content in ascorbic acid. In general, the peels exhibited the highest antioxidant activity and green kiwi peels showed cytotoxicity and anti-inflammatory activity, which could be related to its higher content in phenolic compounds, especially B-type (epi)catechin dimer. Therefore, kiwi components currently underutilized may be indicated as a source of natural functionalizing ingredients with several benefits for human health., (Copyright © 2019 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2020
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22. Vaccinium myrtillus L. Fruits as a Novel Source of Phenolic Compounds with Health Benefits and Industrial Applications - A Review.
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Pires TCSP, Caleja C, Santos-Buelga C, Barros L, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Anthocyanins chemistry, Anthocyanins metabolism, Fruit, Phenols chemistry, Phenols metabolism, Blueberry Plants, Vaccinium myrtillus
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Consumers' demand for healthier foods with functional properties has had a clear influence on the food industry and in this sense, they have been attaching natural sources of bioactive ingredients into food products. Vaccinium myrtillus L. (bilberry) is known to be a functional food, presenting its fruits in the form of a small dark blueberry. This coloration is due to its high content in anthocyanin, being also associated with bilberries' beneficial health effects. In the bilberry industry, there is a very high annual loss of this fruit due to the less aesthetic shape or appearance, in which they cannot be considered suitable for sale and are therefore disposed of as biological waste. Therefore, it is of great importance to valorize this fruit and this review aimed to completely characterize the fruits of V. myrtillus in order to comprehend the relationship between their consumption and the beneficial effects regarding consumer's health. Thus, this review provides a description of the nutritional and bioactive compounds present in bilberry fruits, followed by their beneficial health effects. An overview of the natural pigments present in these fruits was also explored, focusing particularly in the anthocyanins composition, which represents the most widely studied class of bioactive compounds of V. myrtillus fruits. Finally, industrial applications of these fruits and by-products, as an efficient approach to the production of value-added products with economical and environmental impact, were also discussed. In general, V. myrtillus is a rich source of micronutrients and phytochemical compounds, such as organic acids, sugars, vitamins, fibers and phenolic compounds (anthocyanin and non-anthocyanin compounds), with nutritional and functional properties, that justify the growing interest in these berries, not only for food applications, but also in the pharmaceutical industry., (Copyright© Bentham Science Publishers; For any queries, please email at epub@benthamscience.net.)
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- 2020
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23. Challenges of traditional herbal teas: plant infusions and their mixtures with bioactive properties.
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Caleja C, Finimundy TC, Pereira C, Barros L, Calhelha RC, Sokovic M, Ivanov M, Carvalho AM, Rosa E, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Animals, Anti-Infective Agents chemistry, Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Anti-Inflammatory Agents chemistry, Anti-Inflammatory Agents pharmacology, Bacteria drug effects, Bacteria growth & development, Cell Line, Cell Survival drug effects, Flavonoids chemistry, Humans, Macrophages drug effects, Macrophages immunology, Mice, Phenols chemistry, Phenols pharmacology, RAW 264.7 Cells, Genista chemistry, Melissa chemistry, Mentha spicata chemistry, Plant Extracts chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology, Prunella chemistry, Teas, Herbal analysis
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In order to characterize and study the bioactivities of individual plant species and to determine how these characteristics are modified when preparing blends, five different plant species were selected: Erica australis L., Genista tridentata L., Melissa officinalis L., Mentha spicata L., and Prunella vulgaris L. Infusions prepared from each plant species and from three selected mixtures were analyzed in terms of nutritional values, phenolic compositions, and bioactive properties (antioxidant, antimicrobial, cytotoxic, and anti-inflammatory activities). The major compound detected in M. officinalis, M. spicata, and P. vulgaris infusions was rosmarinic acid, whilst in E. australis and G. tridentata flavonoid derivatives such as quercetin and genistein were identified. P. vulgaris and M. officinalis presented the best results in TBARS and OxHLIA assays, respectively. M. spicata and all mixtures presented anti-inflammatory activity. M. spicata showed the best cytotoxic properties and antimicrobial activity, and none of the infusions showed hepatotoxicity for non-tumour cells.
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- 2019
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24. Exploring the chemical and bioactive properties of Hibiscus sabdariffa L. calyces from Guinea-Bissau (West Africa).
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Jabeur I, Pereira E, Caleja C, Calhelha RC, Soković M, Catarino L, Barros L, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Animals, Antioxidants chemistry, Antioxidants isolation & purification, Antioxidants pharmacology, Cell Line, Cell Survival drug effects, Chromatography, High Pressure Liquid, Guinea-Bissau, Humans, Mass Spectrometry, Phenols chemistry, Phenols isolation & purification, Phenols pharmacology, Plant Extracts isolation & purification, Plant Extracts pharmacology, Swine, Flowers chemistry, Hibiscus chemistry, Plant Extracts chemistry
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Different external factors influence the chemical characteristics of natural products, varying according to the geographic origin. The present study determined the nutritional and chemical composition of Hibiscus sabdariffa L. dried calyces (Guinea-Bissauan origin), as well as the phenolic composition, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cytotoxicity and antimicrobial activity of its infusion and hydroethanolic extracts. Among the chemical components, glucose and quinic acid showed the major concentration for sugars and organic acids, respectively. Palmitic acid and α-tocopherol were the most abundant lipophilic compounds. The individual phenolic compounds were analysed through HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS. Thirteen compounds were identified in the hydroethanolic extract, while twelve were identified in the infusion, 3-O-caffeoylquinic acid being the major non-anthocyanin compound. Three anthocyanins were identified, delphinidin-3-O-sambubioside being the most abundant. Both extracts showed promising results in all the bioactive assays. This study exhibited the beneficial properties of H. sabdariffa and also emphasized the potential applications of this plant in different industrial sectors.
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- 2019
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25. Development of a natural preservative obtained from male chestnut flowers: optimization of a heat-assisted extraction technique.
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Caleja C, Barros L, Prieto MA, Bento A, Oliveira MBPP, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Food Preservatives chemistry, Hot Temperature, Plant Extracts chemistry, Chemical Fractionation, Flowers chemistry, Food Preservatives pharmacology, Hippocastanaceae chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology
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The aim of this work was to optimize the conditions for the extraction of phenolic compounds (PC) from male chestnut flowers using heat-assisted extraction in developing extracts rich in PC for potential industrial application as a natural ingredient. The study conditions of time (t), temperature (T), solvent (S, water-ethanol mixtures) and solid-to-liquid ratio (S/L) were optimized. The responses used were obtained from the quantification of the fourteen major individual PC identified by HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS (seven hydrolysable tannins and seven flavonoids). The recovery of hydrolysable tannins was higher than that of flavonoids, with trigalloyl-HHDP-glucoside being the major one. The conditions that maximized the PC content were t = 20.0 ± 37.7 min, T = 25.0 ± 5.7 °C, S = 0.0 ± 8.7% ethanol and S/L = 82.8 g L-1, producing an extract with 86.5 mg PC g-1 of extract. The results highlight the potential of valorising chestnut flower agro-residues as a productive source of PC for the development of bio-based ingredients for food/pharmaceutical/cosmeceutical industrial applications able to compete with synthetic compounds.
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- 2019
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26. Stability of a cyanidin-3-O-glucoside extract obtained from Arbutus unedo L. and incorporation into wafers for colouring purposes.
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López CJ, Caleja C, Prieto MA, Sokovic M, Calhelha RC, Barros L, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Anthocyanins analysis, Anti-Infective Agents chemistry, Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Antioxidants analysis, Antioxidants pharmacology, Chromatography, High Pressure Liquid methods, Fatty Acids analysis, Fruit chemistry, Hydrogen-Ion Concentration, Microbial Sensitivity Tests, Temperature, Anthocyanins isolation & purification, Ericaceae chemistry, Food Coloring Agents chemistry, Glucosides isolation & purification, Plant Extracts chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology
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An extract from Arbutus unedo fruits, rich in anthocyanins, was studied as a natural colorant with bioactive properties (antioxidant, antimicrobial and cytotoxic). The aqueous stability of the extract was monitored using the anthocyanins' content as response (determined by HPLC-DAD) in function of time, temperature and pH. Aided by mechanistic/phenomenological models, the conditions that favours the stabilization of the extract were provided, highlighting the suitability of the colorant for pastry/bakery products. As a case study, the extract was incorporated into wafers and the changes on the nutritional profile, free sugars, fatty acids and antioxidant properties were monitored during 6 days of storage. The results provide information for: i) potential application of the rich extract in anthocyanins for producing a natural colorant with bioactive properties; and ii) shelf-life predictions. The extract incorporation did not cause changes in the nutritional components of wafers but added colorant and antioxidant properties., (Copyright © 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2019
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27. Optimization and comparison of heat and ultrasound assisted extraction techniques to obtain anthocyanin compounds from Arbutus unedo L. Fruits.
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López CJ, Caleja C, Prieto MA, Barreiro MF, Barros L, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Anthocyanins analysis, Chromatography, High Pressure Liquid methods, Fruit chemistry, Glucosides analysis, Glucosides isolation & purification, Hot Temperature, Spectrometry, Mass, Electrospray Ionization, Ultrasonics, Anthocyanins isolation & purification, Chemical Fractionation methods, Ericaceae chemistry
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The goal of this study was to compare anthocyanin extraction from Arbutus unedo L. fruits, by using two techniques assisted by different energy sources, heat and ultrasound. In order to obtain the conditions that maximize anthocyanin extraction, a response surface methodology was applied using the circumscribed central composite design of three variables with five levels. Three anthocyanin compounds were identified by HPLC-DAD-ESI/MS, being cyanidin-3-glucoside the main molecule. Heat assisted extraction proved to be the most effective method at 5 min, 90 °C and 80% of ethanol, yielding 51.2% of extract, with a total anthocyanin content of 382.4 µg/g dried fruit, and 744.6 µg/g extract. These response values were slightly improved by studying the solid/liquid effect at the optimal conditions in dose-response format, showing steady extraction values from 5 to 40 g/L. Results show the possibility of using A. unedo fruits as a source of anthocyanin compounds for industrial applications., (Copyright © 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2018
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28. Suitability of lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.) extract rich in rosmarinic acid as a potential enhancer of functional properties in cupcakes.
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Caleja C, Barros L, Barreira JCM, Ciric A, Sokovic M, Calhelha RC, Beatriz M, Oliveira PP, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Animals, Anti-Infective Agents pharmacology, Antioxidants chemistry, Antioxidants pharmacology, Bread, Decanoic Acids analysis, Food Additives chemistry, Food Storage, Lauric Acids analysis, Plant Extracts toxicity, Sorbic Acid, Rosmarinic Acid, Cinnamates chemistry, Depsides chemistry, Food Additives pharmacology, Melissa chemistry, Plant Extracts chemistry, Plant Extracts pharmacology
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Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) and its extracts have been frequently reported as possessing bioactive properties, offering the potential for use in development/enrichment of food products with additional functional capabilities, providing health benefits to consumers. The antioxidant, antibacterial and antifungal activity of lemon balm extract, as well as its potential hepatotoxicity were thoroughly evaluated. The extracts were then incorporated into cupcakes and their preserving effect, chemical composition, colour parameters and antioxidant activity were compared with those provided by potassium sorbate. In general, the variables with the largest differences among different storage times were energy level, sucrose, glucose, palmitic acid (C6:0) and oleic acid (C18:1n9). On the other hand, L
∗ (top), a∗ (top), b∗ (top), pH, capric acid (C10:0) and lauric acid (C12:0) showed the greatest variation according to cupcake formulation. The results observed indicate that the lemon balm extract rich in rosmarinic acid can provide advantageous functional properties to bakery products., (Copyright © 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)- Published
- 2018
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29. A comparative study between natural and synthetic antioxidants: Evaluation of their performance after incorporation into biscuits.
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Caleja C, Barros L, Antonio AL, Oliveira MB, and Ferreira IC
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- Chamomile chemistry, Foeniculum chemistry, Phenols chemistry, Antioxidants chemistry, Butylated Hydroxyanisole chemistry, Food, Plant Extracts chemistry
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Currently, the food industry is focused in replacing the use of synthetic by natural antioxidants. The present study focused on the use of fennel and chamomile extracts, rich in phenolic compounds, as natural antioxidants in biscuits and compared their performance with a synthetic antioxidant widely used, the butylated hydroxyl anisole (BHA). The complete nutritional profile, free sugars, fatty acids and antioxidant activity were determined immediately after baking and also after 15, 30, 45 and 60days of storage. The results showed that the incorporation of natural and synthetic additives did not cause significant changes in colour or in nutritional value of biscuits when compared with control samples. Both natural and synthetic additives conferred similar antioxidant activity to the biscuits. Therefore, natural additives are a more convenient solution for consumers who prefer foods "free" from synthetic additives. Additionally, natural additives were obtained by aqueous extraction, an environment friendly and safe process., (Copyright © 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2017
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30. Phenolic Compounds as Nutraceuticals or Functional Food Ingredients.
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Caleja C, Ribeiro A, Barreiro MF, and Ferreira ICFR
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- Animals, Anti-Bacterial Agents administration & dosage, Anti-Bacterial Agents chemistry, Antineoplastic Agents, Phytogenic administration & dosage, Antineoplastic Agents, Phytogenic chemistry, Antioxidants chemistry, Diet, Healthy methods, Diet, Healthy trends, Humans, Phenols chemistry, Antioxidants administration & dosage, Dietary Supplements, Food Ingredients, Functional Food, Phenols administration & dosage
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Background: Nowadays, the functional foods represent one the most promising, interesting and innovative areas in the food industry. Various components are being added to foods in order to render them functional., Methods: One example of these components are plant naturally occurring phenolic compounds, which are associated with a high antioxidant capacity and thus with benefits in relation to human health., Results: However, despite the huge number of scientific studies and patents on this topic and their natural presence in foods, namely in the ones from plant origin, there are still few marketable products enriched with these compounds. The commercialization of this type of functional products needs to go through various regulations, proving that they are safe and present the ascribed health benefits, conquering the target audience. In this review the growing interest of industry and consumers' appetence for functional foods and nutraceuticals is highlighted, focusing especially on phenolic compounds., Conclusion: Although several published works show the multitude of bioactive properties of these compounds, ensuring their use as bioactive ingredients in food, they present inherent stability issues needing to be solved. However, considerable research is presently ongoing to overcome this problem, making viable the development of new products to be launched in the market., (Copyright© Bentham Science Publishers; For any queries, please email at epub@benthamscience.org.)
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- 2017
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31. Fortification of yogurts with different antioxidant preservatives: A comparative study between natural and synthetic additives.
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Caleja C, Barros L, Antonio AL, Carocho M, Oliveira MB, and Ferreira IC
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- Biological Products, Oils, Volatile pharmacology, Oxidation-Reduction, Antioxidants pharmacology, Food Preservation methods, Food, Fortified, Matricaria, Plant Extracts pharmacology, Yogurt
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Consumers demand more and more so-called "natural" products and, therefore, the aim of this work was to compare the effects of natural versus synthetic antioxidant preservatives in yogurts. Matricaria recutita L. (chamomile) and Foeniculum vulgare Mill. (fennel) decoctions were tested as natural additives, while potassium sorbate (E202) was used as a synthetic additive. The fortification of yogurts with natural and synthetic antioxidants did not cause significant changes in the yoghurt pH and nutritional value, in comparison with control samples (yogurt without any additive). However, the fortified yogurts showed higher antioxidant activity, mainly the yogurts with natural additives (and among these, the ones with chamomile decoction). Overall, it can be concluded that plant decoctions can be used to develop novel yogurts, by replacing synthetic preservatives and improving the antioxidant properties of the final product, without changing the nutritional profile., (Copyright © 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2016
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32. Rosemary extracts in functional foods: extraction, chemical characterization and incorporation of free and microencapsulated forms in cottage cheese.
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Ribeiro A, Caleja C, Barros L, Santos-Buelga C, Barreiro MF, and Ferreira IC
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- Antioxidants isolation & purification, Drug Compounding, Food Additives chemistry, Food Preservation methods, Food Storage, Nutritive Value, Oils, Volatile, Phenols chemistry, Antioxidants chemistry, Cheese analysis, Functional Food, Plant Extracts chemistry, Rosmarinus chemistry
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Consumers search for food with functional characteristics beyond its nutritional properties. Thus, the concept of functional food has become a hot topic, allowing us to obtain additional health benefits, including disease prevention. In this context, plants are recognized as sources of a wide range of bioactives, including phenolic compounds. Herein, rosemary aqueous extract was used as a functional ingredient for cottage cheese, after proving that it possesses both higher content of phenolic compounds and antioxidant activity, comparatively with the corresponding hydroethanolic extract. However, a decrease of bioactivity was observed for the cheese samples enriched with the extracts in free form after seven days under storage. Therefore, in order to preserve the antioxidant activity, the rosemary aqueous extract was efficiently microencapsulated by using an atomization/coagulation technique. Overall, the introduction of both free and microencapsulated extracts provided bioactivity that was better preserved with microencapsulated extracts without changing the nutritional value of cottage cheese.
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- 2016
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33. Cottage cheeses functionalized with fennel and chamomile extracts: Comparative performance between free and microencapsulated forms.
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Caleja C, Ribeiro A, Barros L, Barreira JC, Antonio AL, Beatriz P P Oliveira M, Barreiro MF, and Ferreira IC
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- Biological Products, Oils, Volatile, Plant Extracts, Cheese analysis, Foeniculum chemistry, Matricaria chemistry
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Globally, there is a trend for healthy food products, preferably incorporating natural bioactive ingredients, replacing synthetic additives. From previous screening studies, extracts of Foeniculum vulgare Mill. (fennel) and Matricaria recutita L. (chamomile) maintained nutritional properties and improved the antioxidant activity of cottage cheese. Nevertheless, this effect was limited to 7 days. Accordingly, aqueous extracts of these plants were microencapsulated in alginate and incorporated into cottage cheese to achieve an extended bioactivity. Plain cottage cheese, and cheese functionalized by direct addition of free decoctions, were prepared and compared. Independently of plant species, "functionalization type" factor did not show a significant effect on the nutritional parameters, as also confirmed in the linear discriminant analysis, where these parameters were not selected as discriminating variables. Furthermore, samples functionalized with microencapsulated extracts showed higher antioxidant activity after the 7th day, thereby demonstrating that the main purpose of this experimental work was achieved., (Copyright © 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2016
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