Anti-inflammatory mechanisms of fruits and by-products from <i>Mauritia flexuosa</i>, an exotic plant with functional benefits<sup>#</sup>

Amorim, Vivianne Rodrigues; Rodrigues, Débora Caroline do Nascimento; Silva, Jurandy do Nascimento; Ramos, Carla Lorena Silva; Almeida, Lívia Maria Nunes de; Almeida, Antônia Amanda Cardoso de; Pinheiro-Neto, Flaviano Ribeiro; Almeida, Fernanda Regina Castro; Rizzo, Márcia dos Santos; Pereira-Freire, Joilane Alves; Ferreira, Paulo Michel Pinheiro

doi:10.1080/15287394.2021.1881672

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“…Essential long-chain fatty acids belonging to the family omega 6 and 3 have healthy effects on physiological processes, including the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, atherosclerosis, hypertriglyceridaemia, hypertension, cancer diabetes, arthritis and inflammation-related conditions ( 37 , 38 ). Indeed, we have recently reported the anti-edematogenic effect of epicarp and mesocarp aqueous extracts from buriti fruits against phlogistic agents (carrageenan, compound 48/80, histamine, serotonin and prostaglandin E 2 ) and reduction of tissue inflammation and the migration of peritoneal leukocytes and TNF-α in mesocarp-treated mice, but only epicarp reduced inflammatory abdominal pain induced by acetic acid ( 39 ).…”

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Nutritional, Physicochemical and Structural Parameters of Mauritia flexuosa Fruits and By-Products for Biotechnological Exploration of Sustainable Goods

Pereira-Freire

Aquino

Campos

et al. 2022

Food Technol. Biotechnol. (Online)

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Research background. Commercialization of Mauritia flexuosa fruits in Brazil is embryonic and handmade. Herein, we evaluated the nutritional value of pulp, peel and endocarp samples from M. flexuosa fruits, performed macroscopic and microscopic evaluations and analyzed physicochemical properties. Experimental approach. Samples were analyzed in relation to size and weight, pH, °Brix, protein content, soluble/insoluble fibers, total titratable acidity and energy value. Mineral profiling was performed by energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, and fatty acids and phytosterols were determined by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry using an Rxi-5HT capillary column. Samples were also submitted to differential scanning calorimetry coupled to a thermal analyzer, and microstructure, morphology, surface and viscosity evaluations were examined by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) with copper radiation and rheological behavior. Results and conclusions. Lyophilized pulp showed higher nutritional contents of ash, proteins, carbohydrates, and energy than in natura pulp. Lyophilized pulp and its by-products showed suitable yields (>17.31 %) and low aw, potassium, manganese, and monounsaturated fatty acids. Peels showed elevated percentages of saturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, endothermic event and single by-products presenting phytosterols (β-sitosterol and stigmasterol). The lyophilization process did not alter mineral contents, but the reduction ranged from 18.5 to 22.7 % for calcium, magnesium and manganese. Drying processes generated semi-crystalline powders. Peels and endocarps demonstrated higher amounts of insoluble fibers and lower contents of sugars. This composition was reproduced by comparable microscopic morphology and similar thermograms and XRD outcomes. Pulps and endocarps exhibited pseudoplastic non-Newtonian behavior, and flow behavior index values were lower than 1, while peels presented dilatant comportment. Then, physicochemical and nutritional characterization of pulp and by-products, such as peels and endocarp, are essential to support scientific research and exploration of new sustainable products. Novelty and scientific contribution. Processing and conservation techniques, as lyophilization of buriti whole fruits, maintain the good quality of nutritional contents and bioactive compounds, and it can be used to extend their shelf life, preserve alimentary characteristics and provide wider purposes and availability. Such parameters may generate income and food security for local and regional communities.

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Nutritional, Physicochemical and Structural Parameters of Mauritia flexuosa Fruits and By-Products for Biotechnological Exploration of Sustainable Goods

Pereira-Freire

Aquino

Campos

et al. 2022

Food Technol. Biotechnol. (Online)

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“…The cavitary response triggered by intraperitoneal carrageenan (0.3 mg/kg) administration is marked by the phasic release of inflammatory mediators, such as histamine, serotonin, kinins and prostanoids, as well as ROS/RNS production [ 43 , 44 , 45 ]. Consequently, increases in vascular permeability and leukocyte migration and activation are observed, which also enhances the ROS/RNS production [ 43 ].…”

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Aniba canelilla (Kunth) Mez (Lauraceae) Essential Oil: Effects on Oxidative Stress and Vascular Permeability

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The present study aimed to investigate the antioxidant activity of Aniba canelilla (kunth) Mez (Lauraceae) essential oil (AcEO), exploring its potential for prevention and/or treatment of oxidative stress and associated inflammatory process. With this aim, Wistar rats (n = 6/group) were pre-treated intraperitoneally with saline (0.9%) or AcEO (2 or 5 mg/kg) for 5 days. One hour after the last dose, inflammation and oxidative stress were induced by carrageenan (0.3 mg/kg; ip.) administration. Total antioxidant capacity, reduced glutathione (GSH) and lipid peroxidation levels, protein concentration, and leukocyte migration were evaluated in peritoneal fluid. Lipid peroxidation was also evaluated in plasma. Carrageenan strongly reduced the peritoneal antioxidant capacity and GSH concentration, increasing peritoneal and plasma lipid peroxidation. It also promoted increased plasma leakage and leukocyte migration. Treatment with AcEO (2 and 5 mg/kg), whose major constituent was 1-nitro-2-phenylethane (77.5%), increased the peritoneal antioxidant capacity and GSH concentrations, and reduced lipid peroxidation, both peritoneal and plasma, thus inhibiting the carrageenan-induced oxidative imbalance. AcEO also reduced the carrageenan-induced plasma leakage and leukocyte migration. These data demonstrate the AcEO antioxidant activity and its ability to modulate plasma leakage and leukocyte migration, confirming its potential for treating diseases associated with inflammation and oxidative stress.

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“…The anti-inflammatory activity of the epicarp, mesocarp, and endocarp of M. flexuosa fruits was evaluated in female Swiss rats ( Mus musculus Linnaeus, 1758) by Amorim et al [ 61 ] to assess its physiological benefits. For the experiments, 100 mg of pulverized material epicarp (peel), mesocarp (pulp), or endocarp of M. flexuosa fruits were reconstituted separately in 1 ml of water.…”

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Amazonian palm tree fruits: From nutritional value to diversity of new food products

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Godoy

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Anti-inflammatory mechanisms of fruits and by-products from Mauritia flexuosa, an exotic plant with functional benefits^#

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Nutritional, Physicochemical and Structural Parameters of Mauritia flexuosa Fruits and By-Products for Biotechnological Exploration of Sustainable Goods

Nutritional, Physicochemical and Structural Parameters of Mauritia flexuosa Fruits and By-Products for Biotechnological Exploration of Sustainable Goods

Aniba canelilla (Kunth) Mez (Lauraceae) Essential Oil: Effects on Oxidative Stress and Vascular Permeability

Amazonian palm tree fruits: From nutritional value to diversity of new food products

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Anti-inflammatory mechanisms of fruits and by-products from Mauritia flexuosa, an exotic plant with functional benefits#

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Nutritional, Physicochemical and Structural Parameters of Mauritia flexuosa Fruits and By-Products for Biotechnological Exploration of Sustainable Goods

Nutritional, Physicochemical and Structural Parameters of Mauritia flexuosa Fruits and By-Products for Biotechnological Exploration of Sustainable Goods

Aniba canelilla (Kunth) Mez (Lauraceae) Essential Oil: Effects on Oxidative Stress and Vascular Permeability

Amazonian palm tree fruits: From nutritional value to diversity of new food products

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