Finite Element Simulation Tests of the Structural Strength of the Molding Module for Burger Production from Vegetable Outgrades.

The aim of the study was to assess the stresses of the structural materials of the forming module in the process of burger production from vegetable outgrades. The simulation research object was a virtual CAD 3D model of a device used for forming multi-vegetable products. Strength tests were performed on the computational model by applying the finite element method.

Black Cumin Pressing Waste Material as a Functional Additive for Starch Bread.

The aim of the study was to determine the effect of the addition of black cumin ( L.) pressing waste (BCW) and black cumin seeds (BCS) on the properties of starch bread. The control bread was prepared from wheat starch (100%) with a gluten-free certificate, plantain husk (5%), and guar gum (2%).

Identification of sugars and phenolic compounds in honey powders with the use of GC-MS, FTIR spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction.

This work aimed at the chemical and structural characterization of powders obtained from chestnut flower honey (HFCh) and honey with Inca berry (HBlu). Honey powders were obtained by spray drying technique at low temperature (80/50 °C) with dehumidified air. Maltodextrin (DE 15) was used as a covering agent.

Substitution of semolina durum with common wheat flour in egg and eggless pasta.

Background: The aim of the study was to determine the possibility of full or partial replacement of durum semolina with cheaper common wheat flour to obtain high-quality pasta. It also examined whether the addition of eggs could minimize qualitative changes in these products.

Methods: In eggless, one-egg and two-egg pasta, semolina durum was substituted with common wheat flour to a degree of between 0–100%.

Influence of Pulsed Electric Field on Accumulation of Calcium in B 442.

Calcium is an element that performs many important functions in the human body. A study was conducted on the use of a pulsed electric field (PEF) to enrich cells of B 442 in calcium ions. The highest concentration of calcium ions in bacterial cells (7.

Magnesium enriched lactic acid bacteria as a carrier for probiotic ice cream production.

The following strains of bacteria: Lactobacillus rhamnosus B 442, Lactobacillus rhamnosus 1937, and Lactococcus lactis JBB 500 were enriched with magnesium ions using Pulsed Electric Fields. The potentially probiotic strains were added to the mixture in the DVS process and applied for the production of ice cream which were then analyzed physicochemically and microbiologically. Results showed that addition of bacteria enriched with magnesium did not change chemical parameters of the ice cream and did not affect the freezing process, meltability, and hardness.

Review of Thawing Time Prediction Models Depending on Process Conditions and Product Characteristics.

Determining thawing times of frozen foods is a challenging problem as the thermophysical properties of the product change during thawing. A number of calculation models and solutions have been developed. The proposed solutions range from relatively simple analytical equations based on a number of assumptions to a group of empirical approaches that sometimes require complex calculations.

The influence of selected ingredients of dietary supplements on skin condition.

Introduction and aim of the article. Healthy skin is an excellent barrier maintaining balance between the internal and external environment of the body. Because it is constantly changing as a result of, on the one hand, environmental factors and, on the other hand, the process associated with skin aging, it requires many nutrients and minerals that help maintain its homeostasis.

Twice malignant transformation of hypertrophic lichen planus.

Lichen planus is a chronic mucocutaneous T-cell-mediated disease, the cause of which remains unknown. The first case of lichen planus that transformed into squamous cell carcinoma was reported in 1903. The presented study concerns the case of a 62-year-old woman in whom twice malignant transformation of hypertrophic lichen planus in the dorsal part of the left foot developed.