Foods, Volume 15, Issue 1

This study investigated the use of Raman and IR spectroscopy, individually and combined, for quantifying fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) profiles in animal-based marine oils and potential adulterants (palm oil, ω-3 concentrates in ethyl ester, a...

Geographical relocation can alter flavor quality in marine crops. Here, the same cultivar of Pyropia haitanensis (“ZHEDONG 1”) was cultivated at six sites spanning northern to southern China, and taste- and odor-active compounds were char...

Cherry tomatoes are highly appreciated for their nutritional value but remain highly perishable due to rapid respiration and senescence. This study evaluated a multi-hurdle strategy combining plasma-activated water (PAW), sodium caseinate-based edibl...

The inherent chemical composition of different rice varieties can significantly influence the quality of sweet rice wine. However, most studies on sweet rice wine overlook varietal characteristics, resulting in slow progress in breeding rice varietie...

Insomnia remains a widespread global health issue, and traditional hypnotic drugs often produce adverse effects. Although spinosin in Ziziphi Spinosae Semen has sleep-promoting effects, its use is limited by poor solubility and low oral bioavailabili...

A functional seafood product was obtained by biofortifying fish fillets with polyphenols extracted from artichoke by-products. Two fortification techniques—vacuum immersion (VI) and spray coating followed by electroporation (SCE)—were app...

This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a palm oil-free structured lipid (SL) as a lipid base in sandwich-type cookie fillings. SL was enzymatically interesterified from a blend of soybean oil, high-oleic peanut oil, and crambe hard fat (34:34:3...

Compositional heterogeneity of oil bodies (OB) from nine high-oleic peanut (HOP) cultivars was systematically characterized. The results demonstrated that nine OB samples exhibited variability in R, G, and B values (red, green, and blue color channel...

While cold storage is essential to extend the postharvest preservation of litchi fruit, the abrupt transfer to ambient temperature during supply chain transitions may trigger rapid quality degradation. However, the comprehensive mechanisms and critic...

Raw meat can act as a reservoir and vehicle for antimicrobial-resistant foodborne Escherichia coli, particularly when sold under poor hygienic conditions, as is often the case in informal markets in many developing countries, thereby representing a s...

Mango seed kernels, an underutilized by-product of the mango pulping industries, are a rich supplier of metabolites, specifically phenolic and flavonoid compounds. These compounds have potential health benefits. The present study aims to optimize the...

Grain feeding is used to alleviate grazing pressure on the Tibetan Plateau. This study employed metabolomics and transcriptomics to elucidate the regulatory mechanisms of grain feeding on yak (Bos grunniens) meat quality, intramuscular fat, and amino...

Background: Unhealthy diets characterized by high salt, fat, and fructose content are established risk factors for metabolic and cardiovascular disorders and may have indirect effects on cognitive function. However, the combined impact of a high-salt...

The maturation of distilled spirits in wooden barrels is a critical process that defines the sensory profile and quality of the final product, primarily through the release of polyphenols and flavonoids. In this study, the early extraction kinetics o...

The adulteration of Zanthoxylum bungeanum powder presents a complex challenge, as current near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) models are typically designed for specific adulterants and require extensive preprocessing, limiting their practical utility....

Pecan (Carya illinoinensis) cultivation generates a substantial number of byproducts, particularly nutshells, which are often discarded despite being rich in bioactive and structural compounds. These agro-industrial residues, comprising nearly 50% of...

Sweeteners are commonly blended to exploit synergistic effects, enabling the desired sweetness to be attained while reducing total usage. However, establishing a quantitative relationship between mixed sweeteners’ concentration and sweetness in...

Aflatoxin M₁ (AFM₁), a hydroxylated metabolite of aflatoxin B₁ (AFB₁), is a potent hepatotoxic and carcinogenic compound frequently detected in milk and dairy products. Its thermal stability and resistance to processing make it a persistent public he...

Environmentally friendly packaging has become a widely adopted food retail strategy, yet its impacts on consumer food perceptions (e.g., healthiness, taste, ethical concerns) remain fragmented. Notably, how it shapes healthiness perceptions is unders...

Pulsed electric field technology possesses a high potential and a bright future in food processing to inactivate microorganisms and reduce enzymatic activity. Processed food shows a higher retention of health-related compounds and an extension of the...

The objective of this research was to combine three plant-derived polysaccharides, Lycium barbarum polysaccharides (LBP), peach gum polysaccharide (PGP), and citrus pectin (CP), with alginate (SA) to co-encapsulate probiotics and investigate the surv...

Fruit peels, a primary fruit processing by-product, are rich in biodegradable polymers (e.g., dietary fibers and proteins) and bioactive substances (e.g., polyphenols, essential oils, and pigments) that are suitable for producing active and intellige...

Packaging is essential for protecting, distributing, and trading fresh fruit. Antimicrobial packaging, which incorporates natural or synthetic bioactive compounds, can inhibit microbial growth, extend shelf life, and reduce reliance on synthetic fung...

Increasing competition in the olive oil market and labor shortages have accelerated the use of mechanical harvesting, raising concerns about potential fruit damage and its impact on oil quality. This study examined how three harvesting methods: manua...

This study prepared oregano essential oil-loaded liposomes (OEO-Lip) and systematically evaluated their physicochemical properties, stability, and antioxidant/antibacterial activities, along with the underlying mechanisms. Characterization revealed O...

This review emphasizes key findings regarding nanoemulsions utilized as carriers for fat-soluble vitamins (FSVs). The stability of FSV-loaded nanoemulsions is chiefly determined by the emulsifier type and concentration, carrier oil type, oil composit...

Food color can greatly impact consumer perception. It can shape flavor expectations and influence emotions. This research evaluated how visual color cues affect perceived saltiness, sensory liking, and emotional responses to soy sauce. The study used...

Black tea quality is fundamentally determined by its biochemical composition, providing essential baseline data for producers, traders, and consumers. This study comprehensively evaluates key biochemical quality components of 32 black tea samples fro...

Consumer demand for organic products has grown substantially in Southern Europe, driven by health, environmental, and ethical concerns. Understanding cross-country differences in attribute preferences and sociodemographic influences is critical to in...

A bacterial cellulose (BC) producing bacterial species was isolated from spontaneous wine fermentations and identified as Acetobacter pasteurianus and assigned the strain designation ABBA. The strain had the ability to synthesize BC in orange juice,...

The flavor and aroma of kiwifruit are largely influenced by the concentration of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). To analyze the volatile profiles and identify characteristic aroma compounds, this study utilized Gas Chromatography-Ion Mobility Spec...

Fusarium oxysporum-induced soft rot severely threatens postharvest pitaya quality and storage life, and while vanillin shows promise in the disease management, its mechanisms for controlling pitaya decay remain incompletely understood. In this study,...

Global food security and dietary diversity depend on identifying novel and sustainable food sources. Wild edible plants (WEPs) traditionally used in Mediterranean regions offer considerable potential due to their rich history of use. Here, ethnobotan...

Zinc (Zn) is an essential trace element that plays a key role as a cofactor for over 300 enzymes involved in metabolic processes, protein synthesis, and gene expression regulation. Zn supplementation is used in the prevention and treatment of infecti...

The effects of grape-seed proanthocyanidins (GSP) and malic acid (MA) on the multiscale structure and digestibility of starch in a bread model were investigated. Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), Raman spectroscopy analyses, long-range order (crysta...

Hawthorn is widely distributed across China, including Shanxi, Henan, Hebei, Shandong, and Shaanxi provinces. It is rich in functional components and nutritional elements, making it a crucial raw material for medicinal and food products. This review...

Polygonatum sibiricum polysaccharide (PsP), one of the main components of Polygonatumsibiricum used in traditional Chinese food and medicine, has important bioactive functions, but it is difficult to fully utilize PsP because of the degradative effec...

Sesame oil is one of the most popular sesame products for consumers. Roasting is a commonly employed heat treatment method in sesame oil processing. This work aims to investigate the effects of roasting temperature and time on sensory profiles, volat...

Hericium erinaceus is a well-known edible fungus rich in β-glucans, widely recognized for its immune-boosting and prebiotic properties. This study used a pulsed electric field (PEF) combined with alkaline extraction to improve β-glucan yiel...

The use of a portable near-infrared (NIR) spectrometer for detecting sea buckthorn juice SSC has not been explored. In this study, spectral data of 180 juice samples were collected using a portable NIR spectrometer. An SSC prediction model based on a...

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is an endocrine–metabolic disorder characterized by pancreatic islet dysfunction-induced hyperglycemia, which triggers hepatic injury, intestinal microbiota dysbiosis, and systemic complications. Fagopyrum tarari...

Prunus spinosa L. is a shrub with nutritional potential, yet limited information is available on the composition of its stone fruit and leaves. This study aimed to investigate and compare the macro and micronutrients, fatty acid profile, and lipophil...

An innovative methodology based on a centrifugation-assisted ultrafiltration process (CUF) has been investigated as a suitable methodology to enhance the bioavailability of phenolic compounds with antioxidant activity from winery by-products. For thi...

This study evaluated the effects of domestic cooking methods (pan-frying, smoking, and grilling) on the concentrations of elements of toxicological concern and essential elements (Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Zn, and Pb) in the traditionally consumed Blac...

Most previous research focuses on single-state palm oil (PO) modification of starch films, while the interaction between different physical states PO and starch matrix has not been deeply discussed. This study aimed to investigate the effects of PO n...

Background: Polysaccharides modulate host health by interacting with gut microbiota and reshaping the host–microbial metabolome, potentially facilitating immune regulation. Methods: This study evaluated the modulatory effect of Artocarpus heter...

This study aimed to elucidate the structure–activity relationship between the structural characteristics of three plant-derived polysaccharides, Lycium barbarum polysaccharide (LBP), citrus pectin (CP) and peach gum polysaccharide (PGP), and th...

This study investigated the effects of Auricularia auricula Polysaccharide (AAP) concentrations on the rheological and thermal properties of gluten and its subunit components. We used multiple techniques, including dynamic rheology, differential scan...

To fill the gap in systematic data on mineral contents and their dietary contributions in four mainstream dairy products (sterilized, pasteurized, fermented, modified milk) from Henan Province, China, this study aimed to characterize the mineral prof...

The extensive use of sulfathiazole in poultry farming has raised growing concerns regarding its residues in poultry-derived products, posing risks to human health and food safety. To overcome the limitations of conventional detection methods and addr...