scholarly journals A STUDY ON FORMULATION AND ACCEPTABILITY OF ANTI-COLD MOCKTAILS WITH VITAMIN C ENRICHED INGREDIENTS

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 183
Author(s):  
Arun A ◽  
Disalva X ◽  
Murali M
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin C ◽  
Sensory Evaluation ◽  
Respiratory Infection ◽  
Common Cold ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Statistical Software ◽  
Pineapple Juice ◽  
Feedback Data ◽  
One Way Anova ◽  
Organoleptic Parameters

Objectives: Common cold is a widespread respiratory infection among all age groups. This creates a great nuisance and discomfort making a person feels ill. Common cold can also be treated with home-made remedies. The study gives attention to develop and formulate Mocktail drinks with Vitamin C enriched ingredients to fight against cold.Method: Developed Mocktails are tested for the presence of vitamins, and evaluated with sensory evaluation among 50 panelist members, feedback data collected are analyzed with statistical software SPSS (21.0).Results: The study exhibits that the formulated recipes of Mocktails are identical in aroma analysis with one-way ANOVA test proves, the recipes are significantly different in taste and appearance. The Freidman’s test shows that the Mocktail with pineapple juice (Code C) is more preferred by panelist members.Conclusion: The developed Mocktail recipes are rich in Vitamin C and significantly different in their organoleptic parameters furthermore preferably acceptable. 

Characterization and functional properties of new everbearing strawberry (Fragaria x ananasa Duch.) cultivar, ‘Summertiara’ berries

2014 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Takeshi Nagai ◽  
Misuzu Tamai ◽  
Masato Sato ◽  
Yasuhiro Tanoue ◽  
Norihisa Kai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin C ◽  
Sensory Evaluation ◽  
Functional Properties ◽  
Active Oxygen Species ◽  
Active Oxygen ◽  
Antihypertensive Activity ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Total Anthocyanins ◽  
Strawberry Cultivar ◽  
The Stability

Background: In recent years, a new everbearing strawberry cultivar, ‘Summertiara’ was cultivated to supply the strawberries in pre-harvest season from July to October in Japan. For highly research and development of processing of this cultivar, ‘Summertiara’ berries, the objective of this study was to characterize these berries, with relation to chemical parameters, total phenols, total flavonoids, total vitamin C, and total anthocyanins, and was to investigate the solubility and the stability of anthocyanins from the berries. Moreover, the functional properties such as antioxidative activity, active oxygen species scavenging activity, and antihypertensive activity were also evaluated.Methods: Chemical analysis, colour measurement, and sensory evaluation of new everbearing strawberry cultivar, ‘Summertiara’ berries were performed. Next, the solubility of anthocyanins from the berries and stability of these against pH, temperature, and an incandescent lighting were investigated. Moreover, functional properties of the extracts prepared from berries were elucidated using 5 different methods.Results: The contents of water, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and ash were the same as those of other cultivar berries. The sugar-acid ratio in the berries was low; these were acidulous. By sensory evaluation, the main factors were vivid red colour, aroma, and acidity. The berries were rich in phenols, flavonoids, vitamin C, and anthocyanins. The anthocyanins of the berries became unstable by heat treatment and light exposures such as visible rays. On the other hand, the extracts prepared from the berries showed the functionalities such as antioxidant activity, active oxygen species scavenging activities, and antihypertensive activity.  Conclusions: The strawberry cultivar, ‘Summertiara’ berries were the most suitable for processing ingredient of strawberry-derived products with superior health promoting functionalities.Keywords: Summertiara, everbearing strawberry cultivar, characterization, sensory evaluation, color and storage, functional property

scholarly journals Potential Role of Vitamins and Zinc on Acute Respiratory Infections Including Covid-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 2333794X2110217
Author(s):  
Indah K. Murni ◽  
Endy P. Prawirohartono ◽  
Rina Triasih
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin A ◽  
Vitamin C ◽  
Large Dose ◽  
Common Cold ◽  
Potential Role ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Acute Respiratory Infections ◽  
Under Five ◽  
Short Period

Background. Vitamin C, E, D, A, zinc are considered to be essential in preventing and treating of acute respiratory infections (ARI) including COVID-19. Methods. We reviewed published studies evaluating the potential roles of these vitamin and zinc for ARIs and COVID-19 using Medline database, medRxiv, and bibliographic references. Results. Vitamins C, D, and E did not reduce incidence of common cold in general, but vitamin C reduced by half in population with physical and environment stresses. Vitamins C and E shortened duration and reduced severity of common cold. A large-dose vitamin A had no effect on recovery from pneumonia. Zinc improved clinical deterioration and pneumonia duration in under five. The effect on preventing COVID-19 morbidity and related-death was lacking. Conclusions. Although the effects of vitamins and zinc on ARIs including COVID-19 were inconclusive, taking these for a short period during pandemic may be beneficial when there is risks of deficiency.

scholarly journals Vitamin C and the common cold

1992 ◽  
Vol 67 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Harri Hemilä
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin C ◽  
Clinical Significance ◽  
Common Cold ◽  
Antioxidant Property ◽  
Considerable Decrease ◽  
Infected People ◽  
Supplemental Vitamin ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Common

The effect of vitamin C on the common cold has been the subject of several studies. These studies do not support a considerable decrease in the incidence of the common cold with supplemental vitamin C. However, vitamin C has consistently decreased the duration of cold episodes and the severity of symptoms. The benefits that have been observed in different studies show a large variation and, therefore, the clinical significance may not be clearly inferred from them. The biochemical explanation for the benefits may be based on the antioxidant property of vitamin C. In an infection, phagocytic leucocytes become activated and they produce oxidizing compounds which are released from the cell. By reacting with these oxidants, vitamin C may decrease the inflammatory effects caused by them. Scurvy, which is caused by a deficiency in vitamin C, is mostly attributed to the decreased synthesis of collagen. However, vitamin C also participates in several other reactions, such as the destruction of oxidizing substances. The common cold studies indicate that the amounts of vitamin C which safely protect from scurvy may still be too low to provide an efficient rate for other reactions, possibly antioxidant in nature, in infected people.

The role of demographic factors of international students on teaching preferences

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-71
Author(s):  
Pramila Rao
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Eastern Region ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Teaching Preferences ◽  
One Way Anova

Purpose This empirical research was conducted in a medium-sized private university located in the north-eastern region of the USA. The purpose of this paper was to understand whether demographic attributes (age, gender, country of origin and years of stay in the USA) of international students will predict any preferences for specific teaching methods. This study was conducted with international students from October 2012 through May 2013 (fall and spring semesters). Design/methodology/approach This research paper provides hypotheses to explore whether there is any relationship between demographic factors and preferences for various teaching methods. This study analyzes the results using both Pearson’s correlations and one-way ANOVA to reject or accept the hypotheses. Findings The results demonstrated that there were no significant correlations between the demographic variables of international students and teaching methods. However, the one-way ANOVA analyses suggested that there are differences among age groups and their preferences for group projects, years of studying in the USA and their preferences for classroom discussions, and gender and their preferences for textbook assignments. Practical implications This study suggests that scholars provide orientation or training on the host country’s pedagogies so that international students can assimilate better into their academic communities. Originality/value This pioneering paper examines the role between demographic variables of international students and teaching pedagogies. This specific concept has not been examined in this literature before. This understanding could contribute to a richer understanding of this population of students.

USE OF DRY EXTRACTS OF FRUIT AND BERRY RAW MATERIALS TO INCREASE THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF KVASSES OF FERMENTATION

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Е.С. КЕЛЕНКОВА ◽  
Е.Ю. ЕГОРОВА
Keyword(s):  
Ascorbic Acid ◽  
Vitamin C ◽  
Nutritional Value ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sea Buckthorn ◽  
Vacuum Drying ◽  
Black Currant ◽  
Organoleptic Characteristics ◽  
Standard Quality

Разработаны квасы брожения с использованием сухих экстрактов ягод малины, плодов черной смородины и облепихи. Исследованы экстракты плодов облепихи, ягод малины и черной смородины, полученные методом импульсно-вакуумной сушки (ООО «Вистерра», Бийск). Квасы готовили по промышленной технологии на концентрате квасного сусла. Экстракты добавляли в квас до начала брожения в дозировке от 2 до 8%. Образцы квасов с использованием экстрактов обладали приятным послевкусием, слабовыраженным плодовым ароматом. Полученные квасы характеризует высокое содержание аскорбиновой кислоты, мг/100 г, и полифенольных веществ, мг/100 мл, соответственно: контроль – менее 0,1 и 42,6; с добавлением экстракта малины 2,7 и 58,7; облепихи 6,9 и 47,7; черной смородины 4,6 и 66,2. Определено, что потребление одного стакана (200 мл) свежеприготовленного кваса с плодовым (ягодным) экстрактом позволяет удовлетворить от 100 до 150% суточной потребности в флавоноидах (85 мг/сут) и фенолокислотах (10 мг/сут), преобладающих в составе полифенольных веществ. С учетом уточненных норм МР 2.3.1.2432-08 определено, что квасы с экстрактами облепихи и смородины способны удовлетворить 10–15% физиологической потребности в витамине С взрослых и 15–45% – детей разных возрастных групп. Установлено, что добавление 6% плодово-ягодного экстракта к купажу перед брожением дает возможность вырабатывать квасы стандартного качества с оригинальными органолептическими характеристиками и повышенной пищевой ценностью. The kvasses of fermentation using dry extracts of raspberries, black currant and sea buckthorn have been developed. Extracts of sea buckthorn fruits, raspberries and black currants obtained by pulse-vacuum drying in LLC «Visterra» (Biysk) were studied. Kvasses was prepared according to industrial technology on a concentrate of kvass wort. The extracts were added to the kvass before fermentation in a dosage of from 2 to 8%. Samples of kvasses using extracts had a pleasant aftertaste, slightly pronounced fruit aroma. The resulting kvasses is characterized by a high content of ascorbic acid, mg/100 g, and polyphenolic substances, mg/100 ml, respectively: control – less than 0,1 and 42,6; with the addition of raspberry extract 2,7 and 58,7; sea buckthorn 6,9 and 47,7; black currant 4,6 and 66,2. It was determined that the consumption of one glass (200 ml) of freshly prepared kvass with fruit (berry) extract can satisfy from 100 to 150% of the daily need for flavonoids (85 mg/day) and phenolic acids (10 mg/day), which are predominant in the composition of polyphenolic substances. Taking into account the recommendations of MR 2.3.1.2432-08, it was found that kvasses with buckthorn and currant extracts can meet 10–15% of the physiological need for vitamin C in adults and 15–45% in children of different age groups. It was found that the addition of 6% fruit and berry extract to the blend before fermentation makes it possible to produce kvasses of standard quality with original organoleptic characteristics and increased nutritional value.

Plasma levels of 7-hydroxymetabolites of dehydroepiandrosterone in healthy Central European aging men

2005 ◽  
Vol 43 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Luboslav Stárka ◽  
Richard Hampl ◽  
Miroslav Hanuš ◽  
Michaela Matoušková ◽  
Martin Hill
Keyword(s):  
Human Blood ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Limited Data ◽  
Age Dependence ◽  
Central European ◽  
Hydroxylated Metabolites ◽  
Aging Men ◽  
One Way Anova ◽  
Hydroxy Metabolite

AbstractEvidence has been accumulating that 7-hydroxyepimers of dehydroepiandrosterone may act as locally active immunomodulatory and immunoprotective agents, counteracting the actions of glucocorticoids. 7α- and 7β-hydroxylated metabolites of dehydroepiandrosterone are present in near nanomolar concentrations in human blood. Limited data have been available on its changes during the last decades of human life. We examined 213 healthy Central European males in age groups from 50 to 91years and determined both 7-hydroxyepimers, 7α- and 7β-hydroxy-dehydroepiandrosterone, in sera using specific radioimmunoassays. The age dependence of steroid levels was evaluated using one-way ANOVA. In men, a distinct decline in 7α-hydroxy-dehydroepiandrosterone with age was observed. The curves for age dependence of 7-hydroxy metabolite levels in males resembled those previously determined for unconjugated dehydroepiandrosterone. The levels of both 7-hydroxylated epimers correlated excellently with each other.

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