Occurrence and Estimation of trans-Resveratrol in One-Year-Old Canes from Seven Major Chinese Grape Producing Regions
The concentration of trans-resveratrol in 165 grape cane samples from three major grape production regions and four large distribution centers of Chinese wild Vitis species were determined by reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). Among the different genotype groups and purpose of uses; cultivars of V. vinifera had much higher amounts of trans-resveratrol than did the […]
Differential effects of walnuts vs almonds on improving metabolic and endocrine parameters in PCOS.
Background/Objectives: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is commonly associated with insulin resistance; dyslipidemia and increased inflammation; which all benefit from dietary intake of monounsaturated and n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (MUFA and n-3 PUFA). Our goal was to compare the effects of MUFA-rich almonds vs n-3/n-6 PUFA-rich walnuts on metabolic and endocrine parameters in PCOS. Subjects/Methods: Thirty-one […]
What Works? Process Evaluation of a School-Based Fruit and Vegetable Distribution Program in Mississippi.
BACKGROUND: During the 2004-2005 school year; the Mississippi Department of Education; Office of Child Nutrition; initiated a pilot program to distribute free fruit and vegetable snacks to students during the school day. This article describes the first-year implementation of the Mississippi Fruit and Vegetable Pilot Program. METHODS: The process evaluation addressed where; when and how […]
Date syrup: effect of hydrolytic enzymes (pectinase/cellulase) on physico-chemical characteristics; sensory and functional properties.
Abstract: This work is a contribution to give value addition to second grade dates (with hard texture) by the production of enzymatically treated syrup with high commercial value. It was observed that the pulp: water at ratio 1:3 treated with 50 U of pectinase and 5 U of cellulase during 120 min at 50°C gave […]
Chemical composition and biological activities of Arachis species.
Abstract: Arachis hypogaea; known as the peanut; is native to South America. Peanut seed contains several active components including flavonoids; phenolic acids; phytosterols; alkaloids and stilbenes. Some therapeutic effects have been reported for peanut seed extracts; such as antioxidative; antibacterial; antifungal and anti-inflammatory activities. This paper aims to give an overview of the chemical composition; […]
Comparative study between two animal models of extrapyramidal movement disorders: Prevention and reversion by pecan nut shell aqueous extract
Abstract: Acute reserpine and subchronic haloperidol are animal models of extrapyramidal disorders often used to study Parkinsonism; akinesia and tardive dyskinesia. In humans; these usually irreversible and disabling extrapyramidal disorders are developed by typical antipsychotic treatment; whose pathophysiology has been related to oxidative damages development. So far; there is no treatment to prevent these problems […]
The impact of pistachio intake alone or in combination with high-carbohydrate foods on post-prandial glycemia
Background/Objectives: Dietary strategies that reduce post-prandial glycemia are important in the prevention and treatment of diabetes and coronary heart disease (CHD). This may be achieved by addition of high-quality protein and fat contained in pistachio nuts; to carbohydrate-containing foods or meals.Subjects/Methods:A total of 10 healthy volunteers (3 males; 7 females); aged 48.3±6.4 years; Body mass […]
Quantification of water soluble vitamins in six date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) cultivarÂs fruits growing in Dubai; United Arab Emirates; through high performance liquid chromatography
Abstract: In present investigation; a comparative analysis of water soluble vitamins viz.; B1 (thiamine HCl); B2 (riboflavin); B3 (nicotinamide); B5 (pantothenic acid); B6 (pyridoxine HCl); B9 (Folic acid); B12 (Cynocobalamin) was carried out in fruits (immature; semimature and mature) of six date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) cultivars (ÂBarheeÂ; ÂKhalasahÂ; ÂMuzatiÂ; ÂShishiÂ; ÂZartÂ; ÂZardaiÂ) growing in […]
Chemical and aroma volatile compositions of date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) fruits at three maturation stages
Abstract: The effect of maturity stage on the physicochemical composition and volatile components of date palm fruits (Phoenix dactylifera L.) was investigated at three different stages. Total sugars; pH; proteins and ash increased up to the full-ripe stage of all date types. On the contrary; weight; moisture and total lipids decreased across the same period. […]
Gamma irradiation of Sun-dried apricots (Prunus armeniaca L.) for quality maintenance and quarantine purposes
The study is aimed at the optimization of gamma irradiation treatment of sun-dried apricots for quality maintenance and quarantine purposes. Sun-dried apricots pre-treated with potassium meta-bisulphite (KMS) at 2.5% w/v were procured from progressive apricot grower of district Kargil; Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir state. The sun-dried apricots were packed in 250 gauge polyethylene […]