scholarly journals The role of seasonality on the chemical composition, antioxidant activity and cytotoxicity of Polish propolis in human erythrocytes

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 301-308 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdalena Woźniak ◽  
Lucyna Mrówczyńska ◽  
Agnieszka Waśkiewicz ◽  
Tomasz Rogoziński ◽  
Izabela Ratajczak
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Human Erythrocytes

scholarly journals Peran Beberapa Galur Rhizopus microsporus yang Berasal dari “laru tradisional” dalam Menentukan Kualitas Tempe

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tati Barus ◽  
Fransiska Maya ◽  
Anastasia Tatik Hartanti
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Protein Content ◽  
Rhizopus Microsporus ◽  
Quality Requirements ◽  
Crude Fiber Content ◽  
Tb 32

Kualitas tempe ditentukan oleh mikroorganisme yang berperan selama proses fermentasi berlangsung. Mikroorganisme utama dalam fermentasi tempe adalah Rhizopus spp. yang sekarang umumnya berasal dari salah satu jenis laru komersial. Akibatnya, keragaman Rhizopus spp. yang digunakan pada fermentasi tempe mengalami penurunan. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan informasi tentang peran beberapa galur R. microsporus yang berasal dari “laru tradisional” dalam menentukan kualitas tempe. Tempe diproduksi menggunakan R. microsporus TB 23 (Tempe TB 23), R. microsporus TB 32 (Tempe TB 32), R. microsporus TB 51 (Tempe TB 51), R. microsporus TB 55 (Tempe TB 55) dan tempe menggunakan laru komersial (Tempe K). Kualitas tempe ditentukan melalui pengukuran tekstur, warna, cita rasa, aktivitas antioksidan, dan komposisi kimia (kadar air, kadar lemak, kadar protein, dan kadar serat kasar). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tekstur, warna, dan cita rasa dari Tempe TB 23, Tempe TB 32, dan Tempe TB 55 sama dengan Tempe K. Demikian juga komposisi kimia Tempe TB 23, Tempe TB 32, dan Tempe TB 55 hampir sama dengan Tempe K.  Namun aktivitas antioksidan ketiga jenis tempe tersebut lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan Tempe K. Tekstur, warna, dan komposisi kimia Tempe TB 23, Tempe TB 32, dan Tempe TB 55 bersama dengan Tempe K memenuhi syarat mutu tempe yang ditetapkan di Indonesia, yaitu yang tertera pada SNI 3144:2015. Oleh karena itu kesimpulannya adalah R. microsporus TB 23, R. microsporus TB 32, dan R. microsporus TB 55 memiliki potensi untuk dikembangkan sebagai laru komersial untuk fermentasi tempe.The Role of Some Strains of Rhizopus microsporus Originating from “laru tradisional” in Determining Tempe Quality AbstractThe quality of tempe was determined by involved microorganisms. The main microorganism in tempe fermentation is Rhizopus spp. which now generally comes from one type of commercial laru. As a result, the diversity of Rhizopus spp. in tempe has decreased. Therefore, this study aims to obtain information about the role of several strains of R. microsporus originating from "laru tradisional" in determining the quality of tempe. Tempe was produced using R. microsporus TB 23 (Tempe TB 23), R. microsporus TB 32 (Tempe TB 32), R. microsporus TB 51 (Tempe TB 51), R. microsporus TB 55 (Tempe TB 55), and tempe using commercial laru (Tempe K). The quality of tempeh was determined through measurements of texture, color, taste, antioxidant activity, and chemical composition (moisture content, fat content, protein content, and crude fiber content). The results showed that texture, color and taste of Tempe TB 23, Tempe TB 32, Tempe TB 55 were similar as compared to Tempe K. The antioxidant activity of the three types of tempe was higher than Tempe K. The chemical composition of the three types of tempeh was almost similar compared to Tempe K. Texture, color and chemical composition of Tempe TB 23, Tempe TB 32, Tempe TB 55 and Tempe K has fulfilled the quality requirements of tempe in Indonesia, which were listed in SNI 3144: 2015. Therefore, R. microsporus TB 23, R. microsporus TB 32 and R. microsporus TB 55 may be developed as commercial inoculums for tempe fermentation.

scholarly journals Self-digestion of human erythrocyte membranes. Role of adenosine triphosphate and glutathione

1977 ◽  
Vol 164 (2) ◽  
pp. 469-472 ◽  
Author(s):  
A Brovelli ◽  
M Suhail ◽  
G Pallavicini ◽  
F Sinigaglia ◽  
C Balduini
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Adenosine Triphosphate ◽  
Human Erythrocyte ◽  
Incubation Medium ◽  
Reduced Glutathione ◽  
Human Erythrocytes ◽  
Erythrocyte Membranes ◽  
Digestion Process ◽  
Human Erythrocyte Membranes

Intact human erythrocytes incubated at 37 degrees C, pH7.4, release a sialoglycopeptide similar in its chemical composition, immunological and aggregation properties to the glycopeptide released by isolated ‘ghost’ membranes. The presence of ATP or reduced glutathione at physiological concentrations in the incubation medium of ‘ghost’ membranes inhibits this self-digestion process.

Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Two Wild Edible Mushrooms from Turkey

2015 ◽  
Vol 17 (12) ◽  
pp. 1179-1188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suat Ekin ◽  
Yusuf Uzun ◽  
Kenan Demirel ◽  
Mahire Bayramoglu ◽  
Hatice Kiziltas
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Edible Mushrooms ◽  
Wild Edible Mushrooms

A Review on Melatonin’s Effects in Cancer: Potential Mechanisms

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (7) ◽  
pp. 985-992 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aysegul Hanikoglu ◽  
Ertan Kucuksayan ◽  
Rana Cagla Akduman ◽  
Tomris Ozben
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Membrane Receptors ◽  
Cancer Development ◽  
Secretory Product ◽  
Prevention And Treatment ◽  
G Protein Coupled

This systematic review aims to elucidate the role of melatonin (N-acetyl-5-metoxy-tryptamine) (MLT) in the prevention and treatment of cancer. MLT is a pineal gland secretory product, an evolutionarily highly conserved molecule; it is also an antioxidant and an impressive protector of mitochondrial bioenergetic activity. MLT is characterized by an ample range of activities, modulating the physiology and molecular biology of the cell. Its physiological functions relate principally to the interaction of G Protein-Coupled MT1 and MT2 trans-membrane receptors (GPCRs), a family of guanidine triphosphate binding proteins. MLT has been demonstrated to suppress the growth of various tumours both, in vivo and in vitro. In this review, we analyze in depth, the antioxidant activity of melatonin, aiming to illustrate the cancer treatment potential of the molecule, by limiting or reversing the changes occurring during cancer development and growth.

scholarly journals Chemical Composition, In Vitro and In Silico Antioxidant Potential of Melissa officinalis subsp. officinalis Essential Oil

Antioxidants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 1081
Author(s):  
Matilda Rădulescu ◽  
Călin Jianu ◽  
Alexandra Teodora Lukinich-Gruia ◽  
Marius Mioc ◽  
Alexandra Mioc ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Essential Oil ◽  
In Silico ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Inhibitory Effect ◽  
Melissa Officinalis ◽  
Β Carotene

The investigation aimed to study the in vitro and in silico antioxidant properties of Melissa officinalis subsp. officinalis essential oil (MOEO). The chemical composition of MOEO was determined using GC–MS analysis. Among 36 compounds identified in MOEO, the main were beta-cubebene (27.66%), beta-caryophyllene (27.41%), alpha-cadinene (4.72%), caryophyllene oxide (4.09%), and alpha-cadinol (4.07%), respectively. In vitro antioxidant properties of MOEO have been studied in 2,2’-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) (ABTS) and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) free-radical scavenging, and inhibition of β-carotene bleaching assays. The half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) for the radical scavenging abilities of ABTS and DPPH were 1.225 ± 0.011 μg/mL and 14.015 ± 0.027 μg/mL, respectively, demonstrating good antioxidant activity. Moreover, MOEO exhibited a strong inhibitory effect (94.031 ± 0.082%) in the β-carotene bleaching assay by neutralizing hydroperoxides, responsible for the oxidation of highly unsaturated β-carotene. Furthermore, molecular docking showed that the MOEO components could exert an in vitro antioxidant activity through xanthine oxidoreductase inhibition. The most active structures are minor MOEO components (approximately 6%), among which the highest affinity for the target protein belongs to carvacrol.

scholarly journals Comparative Assessment of the Basic Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni Dried Leaves, Grown in Poland, Paraguay and Brazil—Preliminary Results

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 3634
Author(s):  
Teresa Leszczyńska ◽  
Barbara Piekło ◽  
Aneta Kopeć ◽  
Benno F. Zimmermann
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Vitamin C ◽  
Dietary Fiber ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Stevia Rebaudiana ◽  
Steviol Glycosides ◽  
Total Polyphenols ◽  
Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni

This study compares the content of basic nutrients (proteins, fats, digestible carbohydrates, dietary fiber and ash), steviol glycosides, selected antioxidants (vitamin C, total polyphenols) and antioxidant activity in dried leaves of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni cultivated in Poland, Paraguay and Brazil and available in the direct sale. The basic chemical composition was determined by standard AOAC (Association of Official Analytical Chemists) methods. Content of steviol glycosides was determined by the UHPLC-UV chromatographic method. Total polyphenols content was expressed as gallic acid equivalent (GAE) and catechins equivalent (CE). Antioxidant activity was measured as ABTS●+ free radical scavenging activity. Dried leaves of S. rebaudiana grown in Poland had significantly higher contents of dietary fiber, and lower protein and ash content, compared to those derived from Paraguay and Brazil. The former had, however, considerably higher contents of total steviol glycosides, stevioside and rebaudioside D, compared to the remaining two plants. In the Paraguay-derived dried leaves, the content of rebaudioside A, C, E and rubusoside was found to be significantly lower. Dried leaves of S. rebaudiana Bertoni, cultivated in Poland, contained substantially more vitamin C and a similar content of total polyphenols, compared to those from Brazil and Paraguay. The examined material from Brazil and Paraguay plantations showed similar antioxidant activity, while that obtained from Polish cultivation was characterized by a significantly lower value of this parameter.

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