Microencapsulated phenolic compounds from organic coffee husk: Impacts on human gut microbiota and in vitro prebiotic potential.

This research investigated the influence of the microencapsulation of phenolic compounds (PCs) from organic coffee husk with whey protein concentrate (WPC) and maltodextrin on the abundance of intestinal bacterial populations and their metabolic activity during in vitro fecal fermentation. The microencapsulated PCs were gradually metabolized during fecal fermentation, resulting in significant transformations and an increase in PCs in the fermentation media. The metabolism of PCs by the fecal microbiota occurred concurrently with the consumption of sugars, production of organic acids, and reduction in pH in the media.

Acute Heart Failure and Complete Heart Block in a Patient with Recurrent Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma: A Case Report.

BACKGROUND Cardiac tumors are divided into 2 categories: primary, originating from the heart, and metastatic, which spread to the heart from a different location, with metastatic tumors representing the vast majority. Cardiac tumors, depending on the size and location, can predispose patients to arrhythmic or hemodynamic complications. We present a patient with a history of B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) in remission for 3 years who developed acute onset congestive heart failure and complete heart block secondary to DLBCL invasion of the myocardium.

Jerked beef as an ultraprocessed convenience food: Desalting strategies to minimize the impact on lipid and protein oxidation.

Jerked beef (JB) is a high-protein convenience food but shows high degree of oxidation owing to its severe ultraprocessing. This study aimed to investigate the effect of desalting processes on oxidative stability of JB. JB were submitted to five desalting procedures: immersion in water at room temperature for 12 h without changing the water (AT12); immersion in water at room temperature for 12 h followed by boiling for 30 min and changing the water between the two procedures (AT12 + C30); immersion in boiled water for 10, 20, and 30 min (C10, C20, and C30, respectively).

Recurrent Syncope as a Rare Initial Manifestation of Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma in the Cervical Region.

BACKGROUND Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma is the most prevalent form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, representing around a quarter of newly diagnosed cases of B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma is a disease that affects mostly older persons, with a median presentation in the 7th decade of life. Clinically, it has a variety of presentations, ranging from constitutional symptoms to local or systemic pressure effects caused by a rapidly growing mass.

The share of ultra-processed foods determines the overall nutritional quality of diet in British vegetarians.

The aim of this study was to describe the dietary intake of British vegetarians according to the Nova classification and to evaluate the association between the consumption of ultra-processed foods and the nutritional quality of the diet. We used data from the UK national survey (2008/2019). Food collected through a 4-d record were classified according to the Nova system.

Organic arabic coffee husk: Antioxidant and cytoprotective properties and potential impacts on selected human intestinal bacterial populations of individuals with diabetes.

Coffee husks are the main by-product of the coffee industry and have been traditionally discarded in the environment or used as fertilizers. However, recent studies have shown that coffee husks have bioactive compounds, such as phenolics and fiber-bound macro antioxidants, offering a range of potential health benefits. This study evaluated the antioxidant capacity, cytoprotective/cytotoxic properties, and stimulatory effects on the relative abundance of selected intestinal bacterial populations of individuals with diabetes of organic coffee husks.

Preparation and characterization of sustainable active packaging based on myofibrillar proteins and protein hydrolysates from the cutting by-product of Scomberomorus brasiliensis filleting on the band saw machine.

Protein hydrolysates derived from aquaculture by-products hold significant promise as key components in the formulation of active films. In our study, we investigated the impact of different protein hydrolysates levels (0.4%, 0.

Nutritional and technological potential of chicken feathers for the food industry.

1. The production of chicken meat has resulted in high volumes of byproducts, such as feathers, bones, skin, viscera, and feet. The structure of feathers is one of the most complex among vertebrates, with a central axis and lateral filamentary structures, providing rigidity, lightness, and flexibility.

Comparison of hyperspectral imaging and spectrometers for prediction of cheeses composition.

Artisanal cheeses are part of the heritage and identity of different countries or regions. In this work, we investigated the spectral variability of a wide range of traditional Brazilian cheeses and compared the performance of different spectrometers to discriminate cheese types and predict compositional parameters. Spectra in the visible (vis) and near infrared (NIR) region were collected, using imaging (vis/NIR-HSI and NIR-HSI) and conventional (NIRS) spectrometers, and it was determined the chemical composition of seven types of cheeses produced in Brazil.

Mangaba pulp fermented with Lacticaseibacillus casei 01 has improved chemical, technological, and sensory properties and positively impacts the colonic microbiota of vegan adults.

This study aimed to evaluate the functional, technological, and sensory aspects of mangaba (Hancornia speciosa Gomes) fruit pulp fermented with the probiotic Lacticaseibacillus casei 01 (LC1) during refrigerated storage (7 °C, 28 days). The effects of the fermented mangaba pulp on the modulation of the intestinal microbiota of healthy vegan adults were also assessed. Mangaba pulp allowed high viability of LC1 during storage and after simulated gastrointestinal conditions (≥7 log CFU/g).

Excess of body weight is associated with accelerated T-cell senescence in hospitalized COVID-19 patients.

Background: Several risk factors have been involved in the poor clinical progression of coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19), including ageing, and obesity. SARS-CoV-2 may compromise lung function through cell damage and paracrine inflammation; and obesity has been associated with premature immunosenescence, microbial translocation, and dysfunctional innate immune responses leading to poor immune response against a range of viruses and bacterial infections. Here, we have comprehensively characterized the immunosenescence, microbial translocation, and immune dysregulation established in hospitalized COVID-19 patients with different degrees of body weight.

Thiamine, cysteine and xylose added to the Maillard reaction of goat protein hydrolysate potentiates the formation of meat flavoring compounds.

A protein hydrolysate of goat viscera added with xylose, cysteine, and thiamine under different pH was used to prepare a meat flavoring. Goat viscera hydrolysate and flavoring were subjected to analysis of physicochemical characteristics, amino acid profile, sugars, fatty acids, and volatile profile. Meat aroma characteristics were initiated in the hydrolysate, in which Strecker's pyrazines and aldehydes were identified, which also had fatty acids and amino acids available for the formation of 96 volatile compounds in the flavorings via lipid manipulation, Maillard occurrence, Strecker manipulation and interactions among these means.

Unusual Case of Ludwig Angina Caused by Clostridium sporogenes in an Immunocompromised HIV-Positive Patient with Alcoholism and Dental Abscess.

BACKGROUND Ludwig angina is a cellulitis of the soft tissues of the neck and floor of the mouth. It is most commonly caused by Viridans streptococcal species, but other bacterial species have been shown to lead to this severe infection. Clostridium sporogenes is an anaerobic gram-positive, spore-producing bacillus found in soil and the human gastrointestinal tract.

A Rare Case of Severe Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Triggered by Topical Ofloxacin.

BACKGROUND Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare dermatologic disorder that is characterized by nonspecific flu-like prodrome with fever, malaise, myalgia, cough, rhinitis, and sore eyes, followed by a characteristic rash and mucocutaneous manifestations. It is triggered by medications in up to 80% of cases in adults. In each of these cases, the medication is oral or parenteral.

Emotional response to healthier foods: Influence of culture and health consciousness.

Sugar, salt, and fat content in processed products are important concerns for consumers. Hence, alternative "healthy" versions of conventional foods such as chocolate, potato chips, and yogurt are offered. This work aimed to define the emotional response of consumers from different cultural backgrounds (Spain vs.

Unveiling the bioactivity and bioaccessibility of phenolic compounds from organic coffee husks using an in vitro digestion model.

Background: The large quantities of by-products generated in the coffee industry are a problem. Studies related to the biological potential of organic coffee husks are still limited. The aim of this work was to investigate the occurrence of phenolic compounds in organic coffee husks and to evaluate their potential as a source of bioactive dietary components.

Farming system impacts the bioactive compounds, microbial diversity, aroma and color in edible red mini-roses (Rosa chinensis Jacq.).

Mini-roses (Rosa chinensis Jacq.) is largely used in salty dishes and desserts. This study evaluated instrumental color, sugars, organic acids, phenolics, volatiles, and the indigenous microbiota (fungi and bacteria) in edible mini-roses farmed in discarded fruits biocompost and animal manure systems.

Microencapsulation of organic coffee husk polyphenols: Effects on release, bioaccessibility, and antioxidant capacity of phenolics in a simulated gastrointestinal tract.

Whey protein concentrate (WPC) and maltodextrin were used to microencapsulate polyphenols extract from organic coffee husks by spray drying. The microparticles were characterized and evaluated for their influence on the release, bioaccessibility, and antioxidant capacity of polyphenols in the simulated gastrointestinal tract. WPC as a single encapsulating agent promoted better yield (54.

Consumption of cashew nut induced anxiolytic-like behavior in dyslipidemic rats consuming a high fat diet.

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of cashew nut consumption on anxiety-like behavior in dyslipidemic rats. The groups formed were: Control (CONT), Dyslipidemic (DL) and Dyslipidemic cashew nuts (DLCN). Tests to assess anxiety parameters were performed after the treatment period.

Oxidative stability of white striping chicken breasts: effect of cold storage and heat treatments.

This study aimed to investigate the level of lipid and protein oxidation in poultry breasts with severe white striping (WS; striation thickness > 1 mm) and nonaffected meats (N; normal breast) during storage under refrigeration (1°C for 14 d) and freezing (-18°C for 90 d). WS presented higher lipid content, although no difference in protein content was detected, compared to normal broiler breast (N). Regarding oxidative damages, a reduction in malondialdehyde and carbonyl protein, hexanal, octanal and nonanal levels, alongside the interaction of these compounds with other compounds in raw, roasted, and reheated breasts was observed under refrigerated storage (14 d).

Ovarian Vein Thrombosis: An Unusual Cause of Abdominal Pain in Breast Cancer.

Ovarian vein thrombosis (OVT) is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication that is usually seen in the intrapartum or postpartum period but can also be seen in patients with risk factors for venous thromboembolism. When symptomatic, it usually presents with abdominal pain and other vague constitutional symptoms, hence it is important for healthcare professionals to be aware of this condition when evaluating patients with risk factors. We present a rare case of OVT in a patient with breast cancer.

Deciphering the underlying mechanisms of the oxidative perturbations and impaired meat quality in Wooden breast myopathy by label-free quantitative MS-based proteomics.

The study aimed to investigate biochemical mechanisms occurred in Wooden breast (WB) chicken meat, with attention to the impact on meat quality. Commercial chicken breasts were classified as Normal (N, n = 12), WB-M (moderate degree; focal hardness on cranial region, n = 12) and WB-S (severe degree; extreme and diffused hardness over the entire surface, n = 12). Samples were analyzed for physico-chemical properties, oxidative damage to lipids and proteins, and discriminating sarcoplasmic proteins by using a Q-Exactive mass spectrometer.

High-intensity Actions in Elite Soccer: Current Status and Future Perspectives.

Over the years, soccer has become more physically demanding; the number and frequency of high-intensity actions have increased, and these activities are decisive in determining the match outcome. Importantly, the reductionist approach commonly used to analyze high-intensity actions does not contemplate a more contextualized perspective on soccer performance. Traditionally, most investigations have only provided quantitative data regarding sprints (i.