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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
8 Citations
2,200 Views
16 Pages

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

  • Zheng Tu,
  • Sixu Li,
  • Anan Xu,
  • Qinyan Yu and ,
  • Yanyan Cao,
  • Meng Tao,
  • Shanshan Wang and
  • Zhengquan Liu
  • + 3 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Topic Multidisciplinary Advances in Tea Science: Smart Cultivation, Digital Processing, and Health Innovation)
  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
2,960 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue State-of-the-Art Review of Tea: Processing Technology, Quality Control and Health Benefits)
  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,719 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Effect of Processing and Cooking on Physicochemical, Sensory, and Functional Properties of Food: 2nd Edition)
  • Correction
  • Open Access
1,197 Views
4 Pages

Correction: Yuan et al. Identification of Protein Hydrolysates from Sesame Meal and In Vivo Study of Their Gastric Mucosal Protective Effects. Foods 2024, 13, 4178

  • Yutong Yuan,
  • Xinyi Wang,
  • Nan Ling,
  • Jingxuan Zhou and ,
  • Lei Zhao,
  • Baoping Ji,
  • Feng Zhou and
  • Liang Zhao
  • + 3 authors+ 0 author

7 April 2025

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

(This article belongs to the Section Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, and Novel Foods)
  • Article
  • Open Access
10 Citations
2,558 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 and ,
  • Xinhua Wang,
  • Wenxia Yuan,
  • Limei Li,
  • Man Zou,
  • Weihao Liu and
  • Baijuan Wang
  • + 7 authors+ 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Production, Quality, Flavor Characteristics and Health Benefits of Tea)
  • Article
  • Open Access
12 Citations
4,660 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 and ,
  • Jaksuma Pongsetkul,
  • Sylvia Indriani,
  • Tanyamon Petcharat,
  • Samart Sai-ut,
  • Kanrawee Hunsakul and
  • Passakorn Kingwascharapong
  • + 10 authors+ 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Valorization of Agrifood Waste and Byproducts in the Development of New Added-Value Applications)
  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
3,427 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 and ,
  • Junwei Yu,
  • Yunru Song,
  • Huimin Zhang,
  • Changsheng Qiao and
  • Min Wang
  • + 4 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Potential Health Benefits of Plant Food-Derived Bioactive Compounds)
  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
1,940 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Anti-Food Fraud: Technologies in Food Safety, Quality and Traceability)
  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
2,322 Views
22 Pages

Preparation of Hydrophobic Purple Sweet Potato-Based Intelligent Packaging Films by Stearic Acid Coating and Heat Pressing Treatments

  • Xuanzhuo Liu,
  • Fengfeng Xu,
  • Xiaoqian Huang,
  • Jian Sun and ,
  • Juan Kan and
  • Jun Liu
  • + 1 author+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advanced Bio-Based Smart Materials for Food Packaging: Applications, Safety, and Sustainability)
  • Article
  • Open Access
14 Citations
2,436 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 and ,
  • Rui Yang,
  • Xuean Dai,
  • Tiantian Wang,
  • Changmi Lv,
  • Lifeng Zuo and
  • Xiaofang Jin
  • + 9 authors+ 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Production, Quality, Flavor Characteristics and Health Benefits of Tea)
  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
2,311 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Discovery and Valorization of New Food Matrices)
  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
4,212 Views
25 Pages

The Control of Postharvest Soft Rot Caused by Rhizopus stolonifer on Kokei No. 14 Organic Sweet Potato Roots by Carvacrol, Thymol, and Thyme Oil

  • Guangwei Wu,
  • Chenqi Fan,
  • Xueqian Zang,
  • Bei Wang and ,
  • Yanli Chen,
  • Jingjing Kou and
  • Guopeng Zhu
  • + 2 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Natural Preservatives for Foods)
  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
3,491 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 and ,
  • Adam Junka,
  • Artur Nowak,
  • Dariusz Kowalczyk,
  • Adam Waśko,
  • Jolanta Lisiecka and
  • Adrian Wiater
  • + 6 authors+ 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Edible Fungi: Processing, Storage Preservation, Disease Control, and Potential Bioactivities)
  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
3,727 Views
18 Pages

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

  • Xinyan Zhan,
  • Jinye Zhang,
  • Jiali Xing,
  • Jinyi Xu and ,
  • Dan Ouyang,
  • Li Wang,
  • Ying Wan and
  • Xiaohu Luo
  • + 3 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Green Processing of Starch: Structure, Function and Application in Food)
  • Article
  • Open Access
16 Citations
3,648 Views
20 Pages

Hydroxytyrosol Ameliorates Colon Inflammation: Mechanistic Insights into Anti-Inflammatory Effects, Inhibition of the TLR4/NF-κB Signaling Pathway, Gut Microbiota Modulation, and Liver Protection

  • Jiali Tang,
  • Mengyao Zhang,
  • Jiaying Wang,
  • Haijing Zhang and ,
  • Zhong Wang,
  • Ziteng Lei,
  • Chengtao Wang and
  • Wei Chen
  • + 3 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Microbiology)
  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
1,749 Views
20 Pages

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

  • Xuming Kang,
  • Zhijun Tan,
  • Yanfang Zhao,
  • Lin Yao and ,
  • Xiaofeng Sheng and
  • Yingying Guo
  • + 1 author+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Food Fraud as a Global Problem: Advanced Analytical Tools to Detect Species, Country of Origin and Adulterations: Second Edition)
  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
2,162 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 and ,
  • Stefanos Stefanou and
  • Spyridon Mamalis
  • + 1 author+ 0 author

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,...

(This article belongs to the Section Drinks and Liquid Nutrition)
  • Review
  • Open Access
11 Citations
6,167 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 and ,
  • José Inácio Ferrão da Paiva Martins and
  • Ana Novo Barros
  • + 1 author+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Research on Food Chemical Safety)
  • Review
  • Open Access
53 Citations
22,375 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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Quality and Safety)
  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
3,434 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 and ,
  • Shuji Liu,
  • Yongchang Su,
  • Nan Pan,
  • Kun Qiao and
  • Wenzheng Shi
  • + 4 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Aquatic Products Processing and Preservation Technology)
  • Article
  • Open Access
14 Citations
5,922 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 and ,
  • Andrea Horváth-Sarródi,
  • Andrea Gubicskóné Kisbenedek and
  • Gellért Gerencsér
  • + 2 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Toxicology)
  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
1,666 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 and ,
  • Tao Wang,
  • Chuanqi Chu,
  • Shengbao Cai,
  • Junjie Yi and
  • Zhijia Liu
  • + 4 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Biotechnology)
  • Article
  • Open Access
15 Citations
3,816 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)...

(This article belongs to the Section Grain)
  • Article
  • Open Access
6 Citations
2,141 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...

(This article belongs to the Section Grain)
  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,790 Views
17 Pages

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

  • Yingying Wu,
  • Jingyi Wang,
  • Shenli Wang,
  • Yijie Ke and ,
  • Tianyi Ren and
  • Ying Wang
  • + 1 author+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Innovations in Postharvest Physiology and Technology: Key to Optimizing the Quality of Fruits and Vegetables)
  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
2,985 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 and ,
  • Jae-Hak Moon,
  • Heon-Woong Kim and
  • Jeong-Yong Cho
  • + 2 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue The Development of New Functional Foods and Ingredients: 2nd Edition)
  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
3,985 Views
20 Pages

Exploring the Nutraceutical Potential of a Food–Medicine Compound for Metabolic-Associated Fatty Liver Disease via Lipidomics and Network Pharmacology

  • Yuru Deng,
  • Jie Cui,
  • Yuxuan Jiang,
  • Jian Zhang and ,
  • Jinchi Jiang,
  • Quanbin Zhang and
  • Yonghong Hu
  • + 2 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Section Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, and Novel Foods)
  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,855 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 and ,
  • Josephine Kisakye,
  • Susan Nchimbi-Msolla,
  • Rashid Suleiman,
  • Fulgence Mishili,
  • Dasel Wambua Mulwa Kaindi and
  • Sophia Ngala
  • + 5 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Section Sensory and Consumer Sciences)
  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,782 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advances in Bioactive Peptides: Innovations in Food Processing, Functional Foods, and Health)
  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,996 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 and ,
  • Nan Dai,
  • Hongling Ruan,
  • Huining Dai,
  • Lili Guan,
  • Chengguang He and
  • Haipeng Zhang
  • + 8 authors+ 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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Quality and Safety)
  • Review
  • Open Access
35 Citations
3,078 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 and ,
  • Zhiyuan Lin,
  • Fanzhuo Kong,
  • Xing Ni,
  • Yani Zhao,
  • Qiongya Lu and
  • Bin Zou
  • + 5 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Biotechnology)
  • Article
  • Open Access
14 Citations
3,014 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 and ,
  • Shuliang Liu,
  • Xiaolin Ao,
  • Shujuan Chen and
  • Aiping Liu
  • + 3 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Bio-Functional Properties of Lactic Acid Bacteria in Functional Foods)
  • Article
  • Open Access
6 Citations
1,626 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Processing, Physicochemical Characterization and Functional Properties of Agricultural Food Byproducts)
  • Review
  • Open Access
45 Citations
14,864 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Plant-Based Food: From Nutritional Value to Health Benefits: 2nd Edition)
  • Article
  • Open Access
19 Citations
4,334 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 and ,
  • Oana A. Boiu-Sicuia,
  • Mihaela Geicu-Cristea and
  • Florentina Israel-Roming
  • + 2 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Food with Extended Shelf Life Featuring Ingredients Derived from Fruits, Vegetables, and Wild Edible Plants: Nutritional, Functional, and Sensory Properties)
  • Article
  • Open Access
6 Citations
1,786 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Feeding and Processing Affect Meat Quality and Sensory Evaluation)
  • Article
  • Open Access
13 Citations
1,937 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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Nutrition)
  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,637 Views
20 Pages

Characterization of Cellulose from Gagome Kelp and Its Effect on Dough, Gluten, and Starch as Novel Bread Improvers

  • Xiang Li,
  • Heqi Yang,
  • Xiaohui Yu,
  • Ying Tuo and ,
  • Hui Zhou,
  • Yidi Cai and
  • Long Wu
  • + 2 authors+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Section Foods of Marine Origin)
  • Review
  • Open Access
6 Citations
3,376 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Feature Review on Food Nutrition)
  • Article
  • Open Access
4 Citations
2,742 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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Quality and Safety)
  • Editorial
  • Open Access
7 Citations
5,751 Views
8 Pages

Food Choice, Nutrition, and Public Health

  • Mariana Santos and
  • Ricardo Assunção

2 April 2025

Maintaining a healthy diet throughout life helps prevent all forms of malnutrition, thereby reducing the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and related conditions [...]

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Food Choice, Nutrition, and Public Health)
  • Article
  • Open Access
11 Citations
4,899 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 and ,
  • Ana Cristina Ramos,
  • Cristina Roseiro,
  • Nelson Pereira,
  • Gonçalo J. Costa,
  • Raphael Lucas and
  • Marta Abreu
  • + 10 authors+ 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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Quality and Safety)
  • Editorial
  • Open Access
23 Citations
23,273 Views
6 Pages

Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Food Industry

  • Heera Jayan,
  • Weiqing Min and
  • Zhiming Guo

1 April 2025

With breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) brought by the fourth industrial revolution, intelligent applications are providing innovative solutions across food industry [...]

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Food Industry)
  • Article
  • Open Access
9 Citations
3,620 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...

(This article belongs to the Section Grain)
  • Article
  • Open Access
8 Citations
7,161 Views
15 Pages

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

  • Aili Wang,
  • Chunhua Tan,
  • Wenwen Yu,
  • Liang Zou and ,
  • Dingtao Wu and
  • Xuanbo Liu
  • + 1 author+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Recent Research on Processing Technologies and Functional Properties of Cereals and Legumes)
  • Editorial
  • Open Access
11 Citations
2,651 Views
5 Pages

1 April 2025

The optimization of production processes and the evolution of microbial fermentation techniques have significantly contributed to the advancement of modern food processing [...]

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Process Optimization and Quality Improvement of Fermented Foods and Beverages)
  • Article
  • Open Access
15 Citations
1,805 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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Quality and Safety)
  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
1,871 Views
12 Pages

Evaluation of Wheat Grain and Processing Quality Under Fusarium Head Blight Control Using Strong Oxidizing Radicals

  • Huanhuan Zhang,
  • Bo Zhang,
  • Huagang He,
  • Lulu Zhang and ,
  • Xinkang Hu and
  • Chundu Wu
  • + 1 author+ 0 author

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...

(This article belongs to the Section Food Toxicology)
  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,855 Views
12 Pages

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

  • Min Liu,
  • Xueyan Wang,
  • Yong Yang,
  • Fengqin Tu and ,
  • Li Yu,
  • Fei Ma,
  • Xuefang Wang,
  • Xiaoming Jiang,
  • Xinjing Dou and
  • Liangxiao Zhang
  • + 6 authors+ 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...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Emerging Challenges in the Management of Food Safety and Authenticity)

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