Microencapsulation of bioactive compounds from peanut residues: stability study and application in yogurt
Background: Peanut skin, a byproduct of peanut processing, is a rich source of phenolic compounds (520.65 mgGAE (100 g)-1 d.b.) with strong antioxidant capacity, but which remains underutilized. The direct incorporation of phenolic extracts into dairy products is challenging, due to their instability during processing and storage and possible interactions that may affect product quality. […]
Microencapsulation of bioactive compounds from peanut residues: stability study and application in yogurt
Background: Peanut skin, a byproduct of peanut processing, is a rich source of phenolic compounds (520.65 mgGAE (100 g)-1 d.b.) with strong antioxidant capacity, but which remains underutilized. The direct incorporation of phenolic extracts into dairy products is challenging, due to their instability during processing and storage and possible interactions that may affect product quality. […]
Upcycling Brazil nut press cake as an ingredient of an innovative spread and evaluation of its nutritional, functional, and sensory properties
Background: Brazil nut press cake (PC), a co-product of oil extraction, represents a promising alternative for developing sustainable and nutritious food products, meeting the growing demand for healthy and clean-label options. This study aimed to assess the effects of PC on spread composition, physical characteristics, sensory attributes, consumer acceptance, and storage stability assessed through oil […]
Formulation of a probiotic product using Almond gum
Background: The application of probiotics in food has expanded significantly, yet its viability remains a challenge. In response to this issue, this study explores a unique approach. Almond gum, a natural extract from Prunus dulcis, is utilized as the primary carrier matrix for a novel probiotic product featuring Saccharomyces boulardii, a probiotic yeast. Methods: This […]
Mitigating the allergenicity of peanut allergen Ara h 1 by cold atmospheric pressure argon plasma jet.
Background: Peanut allergy is recognized as a major food allergy that triggers severe and even fatal symptoms. Avoidance of peanuts in the diet is the main option for current safety management. Processing techniques reducing peanut allergenicity are required to develop other options. Cold plasma is currently considered as a novel non-thermal approach to alter protein […]
Acceleration of lipid oxidation in raw stored almond kernels in response to postharvest moisture exposure.
Background: Almonds are an important crop in California, and increased yields necessitate that dried in-hull almonds are stored in the field for longer periods increasing the potential for postharvest moisture exposure (e.g. rain, fog, etc.). Processors are increasingly drying these 'wet' almonds to a moisture content of <6% using low heat before the hulling and shelling […]