Determination and Evaluation of Natural and Synthetic Dyes in Traditional Rock Candies (Nabat) Distributed in Tehran
Conclusion: The high percentage of synthetic food color usage in unorganized sectors urges the necessity to control them, especially the incorporation of synthetic food dyes in Nabat. Therefore, the training providers and consumers and the monitoring of the production, have encouraged the manufacturers to develop and deploy health professionals and health license. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Does the Vitamin D Deficiency Have Any Role in Severity or Prolongation of Seizure? A Pilot Study in Iran
Background: Based on previous studies, vitamin D deficiency could lead to nerve stimulation. The purpose of the present study was to determine frequency and duration of seizures in children with idiopathic epilepsy in two groups; normal level of vitamin D versus decreased level of vitamin D. Methods: This pilot, comparative study was carried out in Zanjan University of Medical Sciences on total 40 children aging between 2 to 12 years old (23 male and 17 female) with the diagnosis of idiopathic epilepsy. All patients were receiving anti-epileptic drugs. The initial questionnaire was completed by each parent. Total 40 epilep...
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
The Comparative Amount of Acrylamide in Tahdig Prepared with the Most Common Edible Liquid and Solid Oils
Conclusion: This study clearly demonstrated the involvement of the kind of oils in the formation of acrylamide in the tahdig of bread. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Nutritional and Bioactive Components of Carioca Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Tempeh and Yellow Soybean (Glycine max L.) Tempeh
Conclusion: It can thus be concluded that tempeh based on carioca common beans can be an interesting alternative for stored grains, with good sensorial and functional properties and making an important nutritional contribution to the diet. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Screening of Salmonella enterica Serovars, Typhi, Typhimurium, and Enteritidis in Raw Milk and Dairy Products in South-Khorasan, Iran: Conventional versus Molecular Method
Background and Objective: Food-borne Salmonellosis has been reported as the second most common bacterial infection. Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serotype enteritidis (S. Enteritidis) and S. enterica subsp. enterica serotype typhimurium (S. Typhimurium) are the most common serotypes worldwide as salmonellosis agents. Salmonella yyphi is the causative agent of typhoid fever worldwide. The purpose of the present study was to determine the contamination rate of raw milk and dairy products to Salmonella typhi, S. typhimurium and S. Enteritidis in South-Khorasan, Iran. It is very important in food safety risk assessment a...
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Extending the Shelf-life of Whole-wheat Flour by Gamma Irradiation and Organoleptic Characteristics of Cakes Made with Irradiated Flour
Conclusion: By applying a dose of 5 kGy irradiation, the shelf-life of flour can be longer, with inconsiderable organoleptic changes of baked cakes. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Effect of Fortification with Snail Meat Powder on Physicochemical Properties and Shelf-life of Sorghum-wheat Buns
Conclusion: Buns composited with snail meat powder showed a considerable potential to be used as protein rich foods in preventing protein energy malnutrition among young children. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Association Between Magnesium and Oxidative Stress in Patients with Obesity
Conclusion: Patients with obesity showed a reduced dietary magnesium intake which seems to induce hypomagnesuria as a compensatory mechanism. The marker of oxidative stress evaluated in this study was not influenced by magnesium. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Biomarkers of Cardiovascular Risk in Obese Women and their Relationship with Zinc Status
Background: Excessive adipose tissue, in the case of common obesity, has been associated with an endocrine-metabolic alteration that contributes to a manifestation of dyslipidemia. To identify mechanisms which are involved in disorders of lipid metabolism, several nutrients have been studied, especially zinc, which act by regulating transcription factors that are important for synthesis and oxidation of lipids and act as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant nutrient. Thus, the study makes an assessment of the zinc status and biomarkers of cardiovascular risk in obese women. Methods: A case-control study enrolling obese (bo...
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Momordica charantia Seed and Aryl Extracts Potentiate Growth Inhibition and Apoptosis by Dual Blocking of PI3K/AKT and MAPK Pathways as a Downstream Target of EGFR Signaling in Breast Cancer Cells
Conclusion: The current study clearly demonstrates that the Momordica charantia aryl and seed extracts have the potential to exert its cytotoxic effect on breast cancer cells by a mechanism involving inhibition of EGFR and EGRF related pathways with the induction of apoptosis. The overall finding demonstrates that this plant, especially seed extract, could be a potential source of new anticancer compounds for possible drug development against cancer. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Effects of Hot Air and Microwave Drying on the Phenolic Components and Physicochemical Properties of Unripe Grapes (Qoura)
Conclusion: The results of the present study revealed that the drying method affects the amount of polyphenolic compounds and physicochemical properties. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Disordered Eating Attitudes and Behaviors Among High-school Girls in Al-Madinah City, Saudi Arabia
Conclusion: The findings show a high prevalence of disordered eating attitude among high school female students in Al-Madinah city. Younger girls and those of the first scholastic level showed higher disordered eating attitude. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Development of Functional Dark Chocolate by Incorporating Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) Oil and Honey with Improved Organoleptic and Textural Attributes
The objective of this study was to develop functional dark chocolate with improved organoleptic, textural and functional attributes by optimizing the ingredients levels such as flaxseed oil and honey and its further validation for quality improvement. Methods: The chocolate composition was optimized by selecting two variables including flaxseed oil (1-2.5g) and honey (10-15g) at 3 levels in central composite rotatable design (CCRD) by using Design- Expert version 11 software tool. Results: After optimization, the best-predicted formulation comprising flaxseed oil 2.37% (w/w) and honey 15% (w/w) showed best sensorial score ...
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Influence of Environmental and Political Determinants on Food Choices in a Sample of Portuguese Population
Conclusion: This paper fulfills an identified need to study the environmental and political determinants underlying the Portuguese food choices. (Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science)
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
Review of Constipation Treatment Methods with Emphasis on Laxative Foods
Constipation is a common public health concern experienced by all individuals during their life affecting the quality of life. In this paper, we aimed to provide an overview of the existing evidence regarding the role of food ingredients, including bran, prune, fig, kiwifruit, and flax-seed in constipation treatment. We searched Scopus, Pub Med, and Science Direct by using the keywords, “laxative foods” and “constipation”, for searching studies assessing laxative food ingredients and their beneficial effects on constipation treatment and/or control. Lifestyle modifications such as increasing dietary fiber and fluid...
Source: Current Nutrition and Food Science - July 14, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research
