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Foods, Volume 14, Issue 7

2025 April-1 - 206 articles

Cover Story: Insomnia affects one-third of the world’s population. The negative effects of insomnia are significant, and traditional insomnia medications have numerous side effects and cause considerable suffering. This has aroused interest in obtaining sleep-improving substances from foods. This study discusses the potential of foods, including milk, Ziziphus jujuba, Lactuca sativa, ginseng, Schisandra chinensis, and Juglans regia, etc., to improve sleep, as well as their mechanisms of action (GABAergic and 5-HTergic). However, the current study identifies some limitations, such as the limited variety of food types, fewer mechanisms of action, insufficient pharmacokinetic studies, and the predominance of traditional research models. It is hoped that this study will contribute to research into foods with sleep-improving properties. View this paper
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Articles (206)

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,541 Views
16 Pages

Improvement of Summer Green Tea Quality Through an Integrated Shaking and Piling Process

  • Zheng Tu,
  • Sixu Li,
  • Anan Xu,
  • Qinyan Yu,
  • Yanyan Cao,
  • Meng Tao,
  • Shanshan Wang and
  • Zhengquan Liu

7 April 2025

Summer green tea often suffers from an inferior flavor, attributed to its bitterness and astringency. In this study, an integrated shaking and piling process was performed to improve the flavor of summer green tea. The results demonstrated a signific...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,168 Views
25 Pages

7 April 2025

In this study, the ball milling method was used to produce superfine green tea powder (SGTP). We used the contents of chlorophyll, caffeine, tea polyphenols, and total free amino acids as indicators and combined the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) a...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,849 Views
26 Pages

7 April 2025

Tamarillo (Solanum betaceum Cav.) is rich in polyphenols, anthocyanins, and carotenoids, making it a promising candidate for functional food development. This study investigated phytochemical profiles and bioactivities in different tamarillo parts. V...

  • Correction
  • Open Access
836 Views
4 Pages

7 April 2025

In the original publication, there were mistakes in Figures 1, 2 and 4 as published [...]

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,776 Views
21 Pages

Flavor Characteristics of Sun-Dried Green Tea in Different Regions of Yunnan: Metabolite Basis and Soil Influencing Factors

  • Miao Zhou,
  • Xiujuan Deng,
  • Qiaomei Wang,
  • Zhenzhen Wei,
  • Xinhua Wang,
  • Wenxia Yuan,
  • Limei Li,
  • Man Zou,
  • Weihao Liu and
  • Baijuan Wang
  • + 2 authors

7 April 2025

To elucidate the regional flavor characteristics of sun-dried green tea (SDT) and their underlying influencing factors, a comprehensive analysis was conducted using metabolomics and flavoromics approaches. This study systematically examined SDT sampl...

  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
3,720 Views
21 Pages

Techno-Functional, Rheological, and Physico-Chemical Properties of Gelatin Capsule By-Product for Future Functional Food Ingredients

  • Sasina Sanprasert,
  • Pudthaya Kumnerdsiri,
  • Anusorn Seubsai,
  • Piyangkun Lueangjaroenkit,
  • Jaksuma Pongsetkul,
  • Sylvia Indriani,
  • Tanyamon Petcharat,
  • Samart Sai-ut,
  • Kanrawee Hunsakul and
  • Passakorn Kingwascharapong
  • + 5 authors

7 April 2025

The utilization of gelatin capsule waste (GCW) poses a challenge for the industry. This study investigates its potential as a functional food ingredient by evaluating the physico-chemical, rheological, and techno-functional properties of gelatin caps...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,708 Views
12 Pages

The Functional Components and Hepatic Protective Mechanism of Wolfberry Vinegar by Mixed-Culture Fermentation

  • Xiao Qiang,
  • Man Zhao,
  • Ting Xia,
  • Qi Wang,
  • Junwei Yu,
  • Yunru Song,
  • Huimin Zhang,
  • Changsheng Qiao and
  • Min Wang

7 April 2025

Wolfberry (Lycium barbarum L.), as a kind of combination of medicine and food, is rich in antioxidant components. However, the deep-processed products of wolfberry need to be developed to improve its added value. This study aimed to investigate the n...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,372 Views
12 Pages

5 April 2025

With the growing interest in health and fitness, whey protein supplements are becoming increasingly popular among fitness enthusiasts and athletes. The surge in demand for whey protein supplements highlights the need for cost-effective methods to cha...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
1,539 Views
22 Pages

5 April 2025

The high hydrophilicity of biopolymer–anthocyanin intelligent packaging films seriously limits their applications in high-humidity environments. Here, a surface hydrophobization technique was adopted to overcome the hydrophilicity of purple swe...

  • Article
  • Open Access
8 Citations
1,635 Views
14 Pages

Effect of Drying Methods on Aroma Profiling of Large-Leaf Green Tea (Camellia sinensis var. Assamica) Determined by HS-SPME-GC-MS

  • Zhengfei Luo,
  • Linlong Ma,
  • Yangtao Zhang,
  • Yanhong Liu,
  • Rui Yang,
  • Xuean Dai,
  • Tiantian Wang,
  • Changmi Lv,
  • Lifeng Zuo and
  • Xiaofang Jin
  • + 4 authors

5 April 2025

Drying methods play a crucial role in the formation of green tea aromas. This study investigated the aroma characteristics and volatile component profiles of large-leaf green tea under hot-air drying, pan-fired drying, and sun drying. The results rev...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,707 Views
20 Pages

5 April 2025

The nutritional effects of fruit juices, combined with the added value of a probiotic, provide a plant-based fortified functional food. Some process-related drawbacks are caused by the pH parameter, which will affect the survival of probiotics during...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
3,076 Views
25 Pages

5 April 2025

Soft rotting caused by Rhizopus stolonifer is one of the most important postharvest decays in Kokei No. 14 organic sweet potato roots. While various methods have been explored for controlling this pathogen, there remains a need for effective, safe, a...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2,412 Views
13 Pages

(1→3)-α-d-Glucan from the Pink Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus djamor): Structural Features

  • Paulina Adamczyk,
  • Iwona Komaniecka,
  • Marek Siwulski,
  • Kamila Wlizło,
  • Adam Junka,
  • Artur Nowak,
  • Dariusz Kowalczyk,
  • Adam Waśko,
  • Jolanta Lisiecka and
  • Adrian Wiater
  • + 1 author

5 April 2025

(1→3)-α-d-Glucan is an important component of the cell wall of most fungi. The polymer has many applications, including as a therapeutic agent in the prevention or treatment of various diseases, as well as a heavy metal sorbent and a compo...

  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
2,560 Views
18 Pages

Synergistic Amylase and Debranching Enzyme Catalysis to Improve the Stability of Oat Milk

  • Xinyan Zhan,
  • Jinye Zhang,
  • Jiali Xing,
  • Jinyi Xu,
  • Dan Ouyang,
  • Li Wang,
  • Ying Wan and
  • Xiaohu Luo

5 April 2025

Oat starch plays a crucial role in the stability of oat milk. Enzyme-hydrolyzed oat starch has been demonstrated to be an effective means of improving the stability of oat milk. The effects of different enzyme combinations on the stability of oat mil...

  • Article
  • Open Access
8 Citations
2,641 Views
20 Pages

4 April 2025

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic disease influenced by a complex interplay of factors, including genetics, environmental, and gut microbiota. This study aimed to explore the therapeutic potential of the natural polyphenolic compound hydr...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,237 Views
20 Pages

Explainable Deep Learning to Predict Kelp Geographical Origin from Volatile Organic Compound Analysis

  • Xuming Kang,
  • Zhijun Tan,
  • Yanfang Zhao,
  • Lin Yao,
  • Xiaofeng Sheng and
  • Yingying Guo

4 April 2025

In addition to its flavor and nutritional value, the origin of kelp has become a crucial factor influencing consumer choices. Nevertheless, research on kelp’s origin traceability by volatile organic compound (VOC) analysis is lacking, and the a...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,675 Views
22 Pages

Vineyard Location Impact on the Composition and Quality of Wines from International and Native Varieties Grown in Drama, Greece

  • Adriana Skendi,
  • Aikaterini Karampatea,
  • Elisavet Bouloumpasi,
  • Georgia Tseine,
  • Stefanos Stefanou and
  • Spyridon Mamalis

4 April 2025

The objective of this work was to investigate the effect of location on the composition and quality of wines from the viticultural zone PGI Drama. Grapes from two white (Sauvignon blanc, Assyrtiko) and three red varieties (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon,...

  • Review
  • Open Access
6 Citations
4,588 Views
21 Pages

Advancements and Challenges in Sucralose Determination: A Comparative Review of Chromatographic, Electrochemical, and Spectrophotometric Methods

  • Volodymyr V. Tkach,
  • Tetiana V. Morozova,
  • Isabel O’Neill de Mascarenhas Gaivão,
  • Yana G. Ivanushko,
  • José Inácio Ferrão da Paiva Martins and
  • Ana Novo Barros

3 April 2025

This review presents an in-depth analysis of the latest methods used for the determination of sucralose (E955), focusing on research conducted over the past 10 years. As a widely used sugar substitute in the food and pharmaceutical industries, sucral...

  • Review
  • Open Access
25 Citations
16,417 Views
74 Pages

3 April 2025

Listeria monocytogenes is an intracellular, Gram-positive, non-spore-forming, non-encapsulated, facultative anaerobic, rod-shaped, and psychrotrophic food-borne pathogen that causes the infection, listeriosis, thus it attracts great attention followi...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,412 Views
22 Pages

Comparative Analysis of the Nutritional Composition and Flavor Profile of Different Muscle Parts of Hybrid Abalone (Haliotis discus hannai ♀ × H. fulgens ♂)

  • Tongtong Sun,
  • Xiaoting Chen,
  • Zhiyu Liu,
  • Chenyang Xie,
  • Shuji Liu,
  • Yongchang Su,
  • Nan Pan,
  • Kun Qiao and
  • Wenzheng Shi

3 April 2025

This study analyzed the basic nutritional components and amino acid, fatty acid, and mineral composition of hybrid abalone Haliotis discus hannai ♀ × H. fulgens ♂ adductor (AM), transition (TM), and skirt (SM) muscles. The taste cha...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,562 Views
13 Pages

Possible Genotoxic Effects of Post-Harvest Fungicides Applied on Citrus Peels: Imazalil, Pyrimethanil, Thiabendazole and Their Mixtures

  • Boglárka Bernadett Tisza,
  • Luca Járomi,
  • Judit Háhn,
  • Bálint Bérczi,
  • Andrea Horváth-Sarródi,
  • Andrea Gubicskóné Kisbenedek and
  • Gellért Gerencsér

3 April 2025

Post-harvest fungicides are frequently used on citrus peels to reduce post-harvest fungal contamination during the storage and transport of products. Despite these positive effects, fungicides can pose health risks to consumers. The aim of our study...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,187 Views
16 Pages

Effect of Glycosidase Production by Rhodotorula mucilaginosa on the Release of Flavor Compounds in Fermented White Radish

  • Huixin Zhang,
  • Rui Wang,
  • Yaoying Wang,
  • Yanfei Wang,
  • Tao Wang,
  • Chuanqi Chu,
  • Shengbao Cai,
  • Junjie Yi and
  • Zhijia Liu

3 April 2025

Fermented vegetables are highly valued by consumers for their distinct flavors and rich nutritional content. Microbial fermentation imparts distinct flavors to these vegetables, with red yeast being a common microorganism involved in the fermentation...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
2,318 Views
23 Pages

3 April 2025

Huangjiu is a traditional alcoholic beverage in China, but because of the differences in fermentation conditions and raw materials, how to optimize the flavor quality of Huangjiu is facing challenges. This study used high-throughput sequencing (HTS)...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,512 Views
16 Pages

3 April 2025

Effects of low temperature (LT, 20 °C) combined with nitrogen-modified atmosphere (MA, 95% N2) storage (LT + MA) on quality, microstructure, and metabolome characteristics of high moisture content (15.5%) during 180 days of storage were investiga...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,343 Views
17 Pages

Mechanism Analysis of Amphotericin B Controlling Postharvest Gray Mold in Table Grapes

  • Yingying Wu,
  • Jingyi Wang,
  • Shenli Wang,
  • Yijie Ke,
  • Tianyi Ren and
  • Ying Wang

3 April 2025

Gray mold, caused by Botrytis cinerea, is the primary factor contributing to postharvest losses in table grape fruit. In this study, we have identified amphotericin B (AMB), a natural compound originating from Streptomyces nodosus, as a promising age...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
2,166 Views
18 Pages

Changes in Quality and Metabolites of Pickled Purple Radish During Storage

  • Seung-Hun Chae,
  • Sang-Hyeon Lee,
  • Seung-Hwan Kim,
  • Si-Hun Song,
  • Jae-Hak Moon,
  • Heon-Woong Kim and
  • Jeong-Yong Cho

3 April 2025

This study investigated the changes in the physicochemical properties and metabolites of pickled purple radish during storage. Pickles of purple radish (‘Boraking’) prepared by the addition of acetic acid and sugar were stored in the dark...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
3,198 Views
20 Pages

3 April 2025

Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is a prevalent global health issue closely tied to dietary habits, impacting a significant portion of the adult population. MAFLD is linked to various metabolic disorders, elevating risks of cirrhosis...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,179 Views
13 Pages

Managing Expectations and Predicting Willingness to Pay in Novel Healthy Foods Development in East Africa

  • Alexander Mirzaei-Fard,
  • Jesper Clement,
  • John H. Muyonga,
  • Olivia Janet Natocho,
  • Josephine Kisakye,
  • Susan Nchimbi-Msolla,
  • Rashid Suleiman,
  • Fulgence Mishili,
  • Dasel Wambua Mulwa Kaindi and
  • Sophia Ngala

3 April 2025

This study explores the factors influencing consumer willingness to pay (WTP) for novel, healthy, and locally produced food products in East Africa, focusing on sensory experiences and packaging design. Conducted in Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya, the r...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,300 Views
23 Pages

3 April 2025

Our previous research has shown that SDOs derived from yellow silk cocoons have hypotensive effects on rats in chronic toxicity testing. This study investigated the potential preventative and therapeutic benefits of SDOs on hypertensive rats induced...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,421 Views
17 Pages

A Novel Protein Demonstrating Antibacterial Activity Against Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli Purified from Bacillus velezensis CB6

  • Nan Jiang,
  • Tajin Wang,
  • Yue Fang,
  • Xiaoyu Liu,
  • Nan Dai,
  • Hongling Ruan,
  • Huining Dai,
  • Lili Guan,
  • Chengguang He and
  • Haipeng Zhang
  • + 3 authors

3 April 2025

In recent years, multidrug resistance in pathogenic bacteria has become increasingly serious, causing serious harm to the livestock and poultry breeding industries and posing severe challenges to its clinical prevention and treatment; therefore, the...

  • Review
  • Open Access
9 Citations
2,261 Views
20 Pages

Research Progress on Nanotechnology-Driven Enzyme Biosensors for Electrochemical Detection of Biological Pollution and Food Contaminants

  • Liang Qu,
  • Xue Zhang,
  • Yanhong Chu,
  • Yuyang Zhang,
  • Zhiyuan Lin,
  • Fanzhuo Kong,
  • Xing Ni,
  • Yani Zhao,
  • Qiongya Lu and
  • Bin Zou

3 April 2025

Electrochemical biosensors have attracted widespread attention from researchers due to their simple and rapid operation. Recent advancements in nanobiotechnology have further enhanced their performance, with nanomaterials like graphene, carbon nanotu...

  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
2,126 Views
12 Pages

Screening of Antifungal Lactic Acid Bacteria and Their Impact on the Quality and Shelf Life of Rye Bran Sourdough Bread

  • Tianyu Mou,
  • Ruixia Xu,
  • Qin Li,
  • Jianlong Li,
  • Shuliang Liu,
  • Xiaolin Ao,
  • Shujuan Chen and
  • Aiping Liu

3 April 2025

In the present study, Lactiplantibacillus plantarum G8, exhibiting higher antifungal activity, and G12, displaying weaker antifungal activity, were isolated from naturally fermented wheat sourdough. Their impacts on bread quality and shelf life were...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,143 Views
16 Pages

Obtention and Characterisation of Antioxidant-Rich Peptides from Defatted Grape Seed Meal Using Different Enzymes

  • María del Rosario Rodríguez-Muñoz,
  • Ana Belén Mora-Garrido,
  • Francisco J. Heredia,
  • María Jesús Cejudo-Bastante and
  • María Lourdes González-Miret

3 April 2025

Defatted grape seed meal (DGSM) is a residue obtained from grape pomace and is an important source of protein. The aim of this study was to select peptides with optimal antioxidant and colour properties, obtained using enzymes of different origins an...

  • Review
  • Open Access
15 Citations
10,353 Views
21 Pages

3 April 2025

Perilla frutescens (L.) Britt., a multifunctional herbaceous plant, is widely used in traditional medicine and cuisine due to its rich array of bioactive compounds. To date, many key phytochemicals in P. frutescens have been identified, including vol...

  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
3,114 Views
26 Pages

Antioxidant Properties and Microbiological Stability of Yogurt Enriched with Elderberry Extract

  • Oana-Elena Pascariu,
  • Letícia M. Estevinho,
  • Natália L. Seixas,
  • Ioan Dopcea,
  • Oana A. Boiu-Sicuia,
  • Mihaela Geicu-Cristea and
  • Florentina Israel-Roming

3 April 2025

This study examines the impact of added elderberry (EDB) extract on the physico-chemical, microbiological, and sensory properties of yogurt over a 21-day storage period. Two separate experiments were conducted: the first focused on testing concentrat...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,270 Views
22 Pages

3 April 2025

Housefly maggot larvae (HML) have been identified as a potential alternative animal diet for the fattening process of the Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis). However, the feasibility and potential impacts of HML supplementation require further...

  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
1,367 Views
22 Pages

3 April 2025

Melatonin (MT) is an elicitor that stimulates phenolic compounds biosynthesis and accumulation in fruits and vegetables. However, its role in regulating phenolic compounds and the phenylpropane metabolism during pepper ripening is unclear. To investi...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,135 Views
20 Pages

2 April 2025

Novel bread formulations with natural improvers have become an essential part of improving the quality of bakery products. In the present study, novel bread improvers made using Gagome kelp cellulose (GC) were systemically evaluated, and cellulose-im...

  • Review
  • Open Access
5 Citations
2,400 Views
16 Pages

2 April 2025

Pistacia terebinthus L., commonly known as the turpentine tree, is a wild-growing species with a well-documented history of use in traditional medicine and ethnobotany. Various parts of the plant—fruits, seeds, resin, leaves, and galls—ha...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,844 Views
20 Pages

2 April 2025

To preserve quality and extend shelf-life, blueberries need to be maintained at low temperatures and high relative humidity during storage; however, during marketing, temperatures are considerably higher than what is optimal. The full impact of this...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
3,736 Views
23 Pages

Nutritional and Microbial Quality of Edible Insect Powder from Plant-Based Industrial By-Product and Fish Biowaste Diets

  • Rafaela Andrade,
  • Luisa Louro Martins,
  • Miguel Pedro Mourato,
  • Helena Lourenço,
  • Ana Cristina Ramos,
  • Cristina Roseiro,
  • Nelson Pereira,
  • Gonçalo J. Costa,
  • Raphael Lucas and
  • Marta Abreu
  • + 5 authors

2 April 2025

Edible insect powder, particularly from the cricket Acheta domesticus L., is a promising sustainable alternative to traditional livestock-derived protein. Insects provide high protein content, fibre, and essential minerals, making them suitable for f...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
2,634 Views
21 Pages

1 April 2025

Lipids are often ingested via oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions, where interfacial properties and droplet size influence their digestibility. In this study, a bimodal O/W emulsion, termed Food Emulsion Blend (FEB), was prepared by mixing two monodisperse...

  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
5,275 Views
15 Pages

Consumer Preference and Purchase Intention for Plant Milk: A Survey of Chinese Market

  • Aili Wang,
  • Chunhua Tan,
  • Wenwen Yu,
  • Liang Zou,
  • Dingtao Wu and
  • Xuanbo Liu

1 April 2025

Plant milks are considered to be nutritious, sustainable, and vegetarian food products, and they have been the fastest growing beverages in the past decade in China. However, few studies have investigated consumers’ demands and purchase behavio...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,251 Views
12 Pages

Natural and Regenerated Cellulosic Microfibers Dominate Anthropogenic Particles Ingested by Commercial Fish Species from the Adriatic Sea

  • Serena Santonicola,
  • Michela Volgare,
  • Federico Olivieri,
  • Mariacristina Cocca and
  • Giampaolo Colavita

1 April 2025

This study investigated the occurrence of fibrous microplastics and natural and artificial cellulose microfibers in the gastrointestinal tracts of Mullus barbatus and Merluccius merluccius specimens from the Adriatic Sea (Central Mediterranean), an i...

  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,322 Views
12 Pages

1 April 2025

Wheat plays a crucial role in global food security; however, in recent years, Fusarium Head Blight (FHB) has severely impacted both wheat yield and quality. Strong oxidative free radicals, with high oxidation potential and rapid reaction rates, offer...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,368 Views
12 Pages

Authentication of Edible Oil by Real-Time One Class Classification Modeling

  • Min Liu,
  • Xueyan Wang,
  • Yong Yang,
  • Fengqin Tu,
  • Li Yu,
  • Fei Ma,
  • Xuefang Wang,
  • Xiaoming Jiang,
  • Xinjing Dou and
  • Liangxiao Zhang
  • + 1 author

1 April 2025

Adulteration detection or authentication is considered a type of one-class classification (OCC) in chemometrics. An effective OCC model requires representative samples. However, it is challenging to collect representative samples from all over the wo...

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