Zibibbo Grape Seeds' Polyphenolic Profile: Effects on Bone Turnover and Metabolism.

Background: The consumption of seeds as food has become increasingly common due to their numerous health benefits. Among these, the seeds of the Zibibbo grape from Pantelleria, a native species of southern Italy, remain largely unexplored and are usually considered waste material from viticulture. Nevertheless, Zibibbo grape seeds may offer health benefits, particularly for the elderly and people with metabolic disorders, due to their potential content of beneficial compounds such as polyphenols.

Bio-Food Quality, Environmental Pollution, and the Role of Algae in Promoting Human Health and Sustainability.

Healthcare resources have changed fundamentally compared to decades ago. Modern bio-food products and sustainable solutions for their production have increased the attention of researchers, taking into account the current level of pollution of the earth and atmosphere along with modern technologies applied to processed foods. Therefore, this review aims to highlight: (1) the impact and relationship between the physiological parameters of the atmosphere, solar radiation and soil, (in terms of their composition and stages of formation and organization) along with the evolution to modern life; (2) the environmental impacts on algae, living organisms, food, and human health and sustainability.

Assessment of 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural in Food Matrix by an Innovative Spectrophotometric Assay.

Foods contaminants pose a challenge for food producers and consumers. Due to its spontaneous formation during heating and storage, hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) is a prevalent contaminant in foods rich in carbohydrates and proteins. Colorimetric assays, such as the Seliwanoff test, offer a rapid and cost-effective method for HMF quantification but require careful optimization to ensure accuracy.

Prevalence of Infection and Efficacy of Bismuth Quadruple and Levofloxacin Triple Eradication Therapies: A Retrospective Analysis.

() infection is a widespread global health issue and a primary cause of diseases like gastritis, gastroduodenal ulcers, and gastric cancer. This study examines the prevalence of infection in patients undergoing upper endoscopy and assesses the efficacy of bismuth quadruple therapy (BQT) and levofloxacin triple therapy. A retrospective analysis of 507 gastroscopies was conducted, with indications including epigastric pain, heartburn, postprandial fullness, early satiation, and regurgitation.