Microbial Processes to Produce Food Ingredients and Products

Teleky, Bernadette-Emőke; Mitrea, Laura; Călinoiu, Lavinia-Florina; Martău, Adrian-Gheorghe; Vodnar, Dan-Cristian

doi:10.1016/b978-0-12-823960-5.00087-1

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“…The management of natural resources relies on the ecological consciousness of species and populations, along with the ethnic and social-economic features of a particular area [ 159 , 160 ]. Modern society has an ever-increasing requirement for using aromatic and medicinal natural resources [ 161 , 162 ]. The leaves are generally considered a by-product of berry-fruit production, even though they contain important content of phenolic compounds.…”

Section: Economic Aspects Of Using Waste and By-products Of Berriesmentioning

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Vaccinium Species (Ericaceae): Phytochemistry and Biological Properties of Medicinal Plants

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The Vaccinium L. (Ericaceae) genus consists of a globally widespread and diverse genus of around 4250 species, of which the most valuable is the Vaccinioidae subfamily. The current review focuses on the distribution, history, bioactive compounds, and health-related effects of three species: cranberry, blueberry, and huckleberry. Several studies highlight that the consumption of Vaccinium spp. presents numerous beneficial health-related outcomes, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and protective effects against diabetes, obesity, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases and cardiovascular disorders. These plants’ prevalence and commercial value have enhanced in the past several years; thus, the generated by-products have also increased. Consequently, the identified phenolic compounds found in the discarded leaves of these plants are also presented, and their impact on health and economic value is discussed. The main bioactive compounds identified in this genus belong to anthocyanins (cyanidin, malvidin, and delphinidin), flavonoids (quercetin, isoquercetin, and astragalin), phenolic acids (gallic, p-Coumaric, cinnamic, syringic, ferulic, and caffeic acids), and iridoids.

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Section: Economic Aspects Of Using Waste and By-products Of Berriesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Vaccinium Species (Ericaceae): Phytochemistry and Biological Properties of Medicinal Plants

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“…In developing CVD and diabetes, behavioral risk factors such as unhealthy food consumption, sedentariness, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption are of significant importance [ 5 ]. The role of diet in the prevention of these diseases has been intensively studied [ 6 , 7 ]. In this sense, the most common unhealthy eating habits are considered: a diet high in saturated fat, an increased salt intake, and a low consumption of dietary fiber (cereals, fruits, and vegetables) [ 8 ].…”

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“…Considering the importance of preventing/treating CMR factors and the benefits of polyphenols in this area, the present study aimed to investigate the current level of knowledge, understanding, and awareness of CMR, as well as the benefits of polyphenols, In developing CVD and diabetes, behavioral risk factors such as unhealthy food consumption, sedentariness, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption are of significant importance [5]. The role of diet in the prevention of these diseases has been intensively studied [6,7]. In this sense, the most common unhealthy eating habits are considered: a diet high in saturated fat, an increased salt intake, and a low consumption of dietary fiber (cereals, fruits, and vegetables) [8].…”

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Polyphenols and Cardiometabolic Health: Knowledge and Concern among Romanian People

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The cardiometabolic health of the population is a crucial indicator of public health, considering the significant impact of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and diabetes on global mortality. Determining the population’s knowledge and the predictors of these pathologies is essential in developing effective educational and clinical strategies for the prevention and management of cardiometabolic risk (CMR). Polyphenols are natural compounds with a multitude of beneficial effects on cardiometabolic health. This study explored the current knowledge, understanding, and awareness of CMR, the benefits of polyphenols among Romanians, and how sociodemographic and clinical characteristics influence this aspect. Five hundred forty-six subjects responded anonymously to an online questionnaire designed to assess their knowledge. The data were collected and analyzed based on gender, age, education level, and BMI status. Most respondents expressed concern to a great or very great extent about their health (78%) and food (60%), with significant differences (p < 0.05) depending on age, educational level, and BMI status. Of the respondents, 64.8% declared that they were familiar with the CMR term. Still, the results showed a weak correlation between the stated risk factors and the self-assessment of increased risk (r = 0.027) for CVD or diabetes. Only 35% of the respondents reported a good or very good knowledge of the term “polyphenols”, 86% recognized the antioxidant effect, and significantly fewer (26%) recognized the prebiotic effect. Developing and implementing targeted educational strategies to enhance learning and individual behaviors related to CMR factors and the benefits of polyphenols is necessary.

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