scholarly journals Qualitative evaluation of fermented olives grown in Southern Italy (cvs. Carolea, Grossa of Gerace and Nocellara Messinese)

2019 ◽  
pp. 587 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alessandra De Bruno ◽  
Angela Zappia ◽  
Amalia Piscopo ◽  
Marco Poiana
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Physicochemical Parameters ◽  
Southern Italy ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Qualitative Evaluation ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Total Phenol Content ◽  
Fermentation Performance ◽  
Olive Cultivars

The aim of this work was to evaluate the quality of olives of three typical cultivars of Southern Italy and correspondent brines after different fermentation variables: two NaCl concentrations  with and without acidification up to pH 4). In particular, physicochemical parameters, microbiological counts and antioxidant activity of olive samples and brines were monitored and compared. The obtained results showed a good fermentation performance of studied olive cultivars , with a brine pH inside the legal limit of 4.3, also in samples were the pH correction was not performed. The pH lowering was slower in brine samples treated with the lowest salt concentration. Moreover, all samples manifested higher antioxidant activity after 240 days of brining, and total phenol content ranged from 9.22 to 20.78 g gallic acid kg-1 in olives. Among samples, Carolea olives showed the highest total phenolic content and the highest antioxidant activity after 240 days of fermentation.

scholarly journals Discrimination of Natural Mature Acacia Honey Based on Multi-Physicochemical Parameters Combined with Chemometric Analysis

Molecules ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (14) ◽  
pp. 2674 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tianchen Ma ◽  
Haoan Zhao ◽  
Caiyun Liu ◽  
Min Zhu ◽  
Hui Gao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Principal Component Analysis ◽  
Physicochemical Parameters ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Component Analysis ◽  
Chemometric Analysis ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Total Protein Content ◽  
Acacia Honey

Honey maturity is an important factor in evaluating the quality of honey. We established a method for the identification of natural mature acacia honey with eighteen physicochemical parameters combined with chemometric analysis. The analysis of variance showed significant differences between mature and immature acacia honey in physicochemical parameters. The principal component analysis explained 82.64% of the variance among samples, and indicated that total phenolic content, total protein content, and total sugar (glucose, fructose, sucrose) were the major variables. The cluster analysis and orthogonal partial least squares-discriminant analysis demonstrated that samples were grouped in relation to the maturity coinciding with the results of the principal component analysis. Meanwhile, the 35 test samples were classified with 100% accuracy with the method of multi-physicochemical parameters combined with chemometric analysis. All the results presented above proved the possibility of identifying mature acacia honey and immature acacia honey according to the chemometric analysis based on the multi-physicochemical parameters.

scholarly journals Evaluating the Effect of Gamma Radiation on the Total Phenolic Content, Flavonoids, and Antioxidant Activity of Dried Pleurotus ostreatus ((Jacq. ex. Fr) Kummer) Stored in Packaging Materials

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nii Korley Kortei ◽  
George Tawia Odamtten ◽  
Mary Obodai ◽  
Victoria Appiah ◽  
Felicia Akuamoa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Gamma Radiation ◽  
Pleurotus Ostreatus ◽  
Total Phenolic Content ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Total Phenol Content ◽  
Scavenging Activity

Dried Pleurotus ostreatus mushrooms stored in polythene and polypropylene packs were exposed to gamma radiation from a cobalt-60 source at doses of 0, 0.5, 1, 1.5, and 2 kGy at a dose rate of 1.7 kGy/hr and stored for a period of 1 month. Total phenolic contents, flavonoids, and free radical scavenging activity DPPH (2,2′-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) were determined using aqueous, ethanol, and methanol extracts by Folin-Ciocaultaeu method as a source of potential natural antioxidants. Total phenol content ranged 0.56 ± 0.01–10.96 ± 1.7 mg/GAE, flavonoids ranged 1.64 ± 0.05–8.92 ± 0.6 mg/QE, DPPH radical scavenging activity also ranged 7.02 ± 0.10–13.03 ± 0.04%, and IC50 values also ranged 0.08–0.16 mg/mL. Statistical differences (P < 0.05) were recorded for the extracts and the treatment doses of mushrooms stored in polythene and polypropylene packs. A significant linear correlation was confirmed between values for the total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of mushroom extracts. The high contents of phenolic compounds indicated that these compounds contribute to high antioxidant activity. Pleurotus ostreatus can be regarded as a promising candidate for natural mushroom sources of antioxidants with high value. The use of low dose gamma radiation by the local food industry could improve the hygienic quality, extend shelf-life, and preserve nutrients and antinutrients.

scholarly journals Antioxidant potentials and quality aspects of Jamun (Syzygium cumini L.) supplemented unleavened flat bread (Indian chapatti)

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 309-315 ◽  
Author(s):  
Swati Kapoor ◽  
Pushpinder Singh Ranote ◽  
Savita Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Wheat Flour ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Qualitative Evaluation ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Syzygium Cumini ◽  
Whole Wheat Flour ◽  
Crude Fiber Content ◽  
Whole Wheat ◽  
Quality Aspects

Enriched chapattis prepared by supplementing whole wheat flour with Jamun (Syzygium cumini L.) pulp at 5, 10 and 15% were assessed for antioxidant activity and quality. Jamun pulp supplementation enhanced the bioactive composition of chapatti in terms of increased anthocyanins, total phenols and antioxidant activity. Total phenolic content and antioxidant activity increased 99.73% and 44.38%, respectively after incorporation of Jamun pulp (15%) to whole wheat flour Indian chapatti. Anthocyanins were not observed in control chapatti and in Jamunsupplemented chapatti the range was 1.41-2.64 mg/100g content for 5-15% supplementation level. Qualitative evaluation revealed non-sticky behavior of dough supplemented with Jamun at 5 and 10% level and slight stickiness at 15% level. Chapattis exhibited full puffing at all supplementation levels. Sensory scores were highest for 10% Jamun supplemented chapatti. Crude fiber content improved significantly (13.77% increase) in chapattis on supplementation of Jamun pulp. The study concluded that supplementation of wheat flour with Jamun pulp improved nutritional and antioxidant status of chapatti.

scholarly journals Characterisation of Monovarietal Olive Oils Obtained from Croatian cvs. Drobnica and Buza during the Ripening Period

Foods ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (11) ◽  
pp. 188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jasminka Giacometti ◽  
Čedomila Milin ◽  
Fabio Giacometti ◽  
Zlatko Ciganj
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Optimal Harvesting ◽  
Crop Season ◽  
Northern Adriatic ◽  
Harvesting Time ◽  
Olive Oils ◽  
Ripening Stages ◽  
Olive Cultivars

The aim of this study was the monitoring of the chemical composition of olive oil at different ripening stages to determine the appropriate harvesting time during any given crop season in the northern Adriatic region. For this purpose, from September to November, two Croatian olive cultivars (Drobnica and Buza) were taken from two different olive orchards and for the respective olive oils, prepared on a laboratory scale, the major saponifiable, unsaponifiable and phenolic compounds were determined. Based on the chemical analyses performed, the optimal harvesting time has been set in October for both cultivars. Buza had a higher oleic acid, but lower total sterols, squalene and total alkanols. Compared to the local cultivars, the studied cultivars had a high total phenolic content and antioxidant activity. The antioxidant activity and concentrations of total phenols correlated with α-tocopherol in oil samples taken during the ripening progress. Finally, trace minerals detected in Buza and Drobnica oil differed, which can be an indicator of oxidative stability and authenticity of oils.

scholarly journals Effect of Microencapsulation Techniques on Physical and Chemical Characteristics of Functional Beverage Based on Red Betel Leaf Extract (Piper crocatum)

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (8) ◽  
pp. 276-282
Author(s):  
Mega Safithri ◽  
Susi Indariani ◽  
Rosalina Yuliani
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Total Phenolic Content ◽  
Leaf Extract ◽  
Sensory Quality ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Betel Leaf ◽  
Functional Drink ◽  
Physical And Chemical

Functional drinks based on red betel leaf extract have antioxidant activity, but they still have a bitter taste. This study aims to determine the effect of microencapsulation on phenol content, antioxidant activity, and sensory quality of functional drinks based on betel leaf extract. Microencapsulation of functional drinks was made using maltodextrin coatings with concentrations of 10% and 20%. Antioxidant activity was tested by the CUPRAC method. The ready to drink (RTD) functional drink has a total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of 782.30 ± 2.54 mg GAE/g and 1660.19 ± 31.67 µmol Tr/g, respectively. These values are higher than microencapsulated functional drinks with maltodextrin (MM). The microencapsulated functional drink with 10% maltodextrin coating (MM10) is the chosen formulation since it has the smallest particle size (1.283 µm), total phenolic content of 12.90 ± 0.01 mg GAE/g and antioxidant activity of 189.41 ± 1.88 µmol Tr/g. Microencapsulated functional drinks provide sensory quality that is not significantly different (p <0.05) from ready to drink (RTD) drinks.

scholarly journals Metabolite–Flavor Profile, Phenolic Content, and Antioxidant Activity Changes in Sacha Inchi (Plukenetia volubilis L.) Seeds during Germination

Foods ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 2476
Author(s):  
Kannika Keawkim ◽  
Yaowapa Lorjaroenphon ◽  
Kanithaporn Vangnai ◽  
Kriskamol Na Jom
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Gas Chromatography ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Nutritional Quality ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Germination Time ◽  
Sacha Inchi

Sacha inchi seeds are abundant in nutrients such as linolenic acids and amino acids. Germination can further enhance their nutritional and medicinal value; however, germination time is positively correlated with off-flavor in germinated seeds. This study investigated the changes in the metabolite and flavor profiles and evaluated the nutritional quality of sacha inchi seeds 8 days after germination (DAG). We also determined their phenolic content and antioxidant activity. We used gas chromatography equipped with a flame ionization detector (GC-FID) and gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and identified 63 metabolites, including 18 fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs). FAMEs had the highest concentration in ungerminated seeds, especially palmitic, stearic, linoleic, linolenic, and oleic acids. Amino acids, total phenolic compounds (TPCs), and antioxidant activity associated with health benefits increased with germination time. At the final germination stage, oxidation products were observed, which are associated with green, beany, and grassy odors and rancid and off-flavors. Germination is a valuable processing step to enhance the nutritional quality of sacha inchi seeds. These 6DAG or 8DAG seeds may be an alternative source of high-value-added compounds used in plant-protein-based products and isolated protein.

scholarly journals Heat impact on total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of Malaysian Tualang and Kelulut honey

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 108-113
Author(s):  
Syaliza Omar ◽  
Noor Marinah Sahri ◽  
Hafizah Abd. Aziz ◽  
Maimunah Sanny
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Phenolic Compounds ◽  
Total Phenolic Content ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Effect Of Temperature ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Tualang Honey

The effect of temperature at 50°C, 70°C and 100°C for up to 120 min on the content of phenolic compounds and antioxidant activity of Tualang honey and Kelulut honey was studied. Unheated honey samples for both varieties were used as control. The total phenolic content and antioxidant activity were examined using Folin-Ciocalteau and DPPH assays, respectively. Both honeys vary widely in the total phenolic content as well as antioxidant activity upon heating and time of heating. The total phenolic content in both honeys showed fluctuations at all temperatures throughout 120 min. In comparison to controls for both honeys, heating at 100°C for 10 min demonstrated a drop in total phenolic content in Tualang honey (13%) and Kelulut honey (29%), but the antioxidant activity increased 29% and 57% in Tualang and Kelulut honey, respectively. The study generates information on the characteristics of components in both honeys which react differently to heat and time of heating, therefore this will help the honey manufacturers or public to optimize the processing protocols and later to preserve the quality of honey.

Comparison of Different Extraction Methods for the Phenolic Compounds Recovery with the Antioxidant Activity of Bougainvillea x buttiana

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (6) ◽  
pp. 778-787
Author(s):  
Rodolfo Abarca-Vargas ◽  
Vera L. Petricevich
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Phenolic Compounds ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Ethanolic Extract ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Total Phenol Content ◽  
Chemical Compositions ◽  
Hydroxyl Groups ◽  
Extraction Temperature ◽  
Pharmacologically Active

Background: Bougainvillea x buttiana has long been used as a Mexican conventional medicinal drug to cure different sicknesses. Objective: In this work, the consequences of ethanol combination and temperature extraction for phenolic compound recovery with the biological activity in Bougainvillea x buttiana extracts were investigated. Materials and Methods: The phenolic recovery from Bougainvillea x buttiana was determined by comparing the effects of ethanol 0%, 50-100% (v/v) and extraction temperature (26, 45 and 64°C). The total phenolic content was investigated using spectrophotometric methods. Antioxidant activity from different Bougainvillea x buttiana extracts was evaluated by determining their potential to scavenge the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) free radical. The chemical compositions and cytotoxic effect of extracts were determined using GC-MS techniques and the crystal violet technique, respectively. Results: Our results confirmed that all extractions with different concentrations and temperatures had significant effects over the total phenolic contents and antioxidant activity (DPPH) of the extracts. The best recuperation of the total phenol content was observed in extracts with 60% ethanol at 26°C (201.08 mgEGA/g dry extract). Extracts with 100% ethanol at 26°C showed the highest antioxidant activity (IC50 was 286.75 μg/mL). GC-MS revealed the presence of various phytochemical contents with polar and non-polar properties. The phenolic compounds were investigated as to the structure, quantity and position of the hydroxyl groups on the benzene ring. Conclusion: The ethanolic extract of Bougainvillea x buttiana was confirmed to have high phenolic content and contain pharmacologically active compounds, with potent antioxidant effects and low cytotoxic effects.

scholarly journals Physicochemical Properties, Total Phenolic and Antioxidant Activity of Mixed Tropical Fruit Juice, TP 3 in 1TM

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (13) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
Siti Nur Aqilah Abdul Malek ◽  
Hasnah Haron ◽  
Wan Aida Wan Mustafa ◽  
Suzana Shahar
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Vitamin C ◽  
Physicochemical Properties ◽  
Phenolic Content ◽  
Test Methods ◽  
Total Sugar ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Total Phenol Content ◽  
Tropical Fruit ◽  
Polyphenol Compounds

This study was carried out on the TP 3 in 1TM juice formulation, which consisted of pomegranate concentrate with guava and roselle extract. This study aimed to determine its physicochemical properties, proximate content, total phenolic content, antioxidant activity, total sugar, vitamin C and several targeted polyphenol compounds. Total phenol content was determined using Folin-Ciocalteu method while antioxidant activity was determined using DPPH and ABTS methods. The results showed pH and total soluble solid values of the juice were 3.69 and 8.1 °Brix, respectively. The juice has brightness colour of L = 33.25, a = 3.16 and b = -4.63. Every 100 ml juice contained 10.92 g total sugar, 4 mg vitamin C and 0.44% titratable citric acid. Proximate analyses showed TP 3 in 1TM juice contained 89.38% moisture, 0.15% total ash, 0.16% protein, 0% fat and 10.31% total carbohydrates. The juice was low in calories (42 kcal/100 ml) and contained total phenolic (609 mg GAE/100 ml) and total monomeric anthocyanin (12.94 mg C3G/100 ml). Antioxidant value obtained through DPPH and ABTS test methods were 88.90% and 472.44 µM TE/ml, respectively. Eight selected individual polyphenol compounds ranged from 0.13-633.73 mg/100 ml have been identified. TP 3 in 1TM juice consisting three different tropical fruits can be considered of having high phenolic content and antioxidant activity. Consumption of mixed tropical juices with various polyphenol compositions will protect human body from several diseases attributed to the reactions of free radicals.

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