Preparation, Characterization, and Safety Evaluation of a Submicron Emulsion Processed Using High-Pressure Homogenization to Protect Bitter Melon Seed Oil.

Bitter melon seed oil (BMSO), as a by-product of bitter gourd fruit processing, is rich in active ingredients and has unique medicinal potential. However, its solubility and dispersibility in water are poor when used directly. Therefore, this study aims to develop an eco-friendly submicron emulsion containing BMSO for intravenous injection and evaluate its safety.

Recent advances in the development of bitter gourd seed oil: from chemical composition to potential applications.

Non-conventional seed oils are being considered novelty foods due to the unique properties of their chemical constituents. Numerous such seed oils serve as nutritional and functional supplements, making them a point of interest for scholars. Bitter gourd ( L.

Protein-Bound Anthocyanin Compounds of Purple Sweet Potato Ameliorate Hyperglycemia by Regulating Hepatic Glucose Metabolism in High-Fat Diet/Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Mice.

Purple sweet potato is known as a rich source of protein and anthocyanins. Anthocyanins can form complexes with protein present in food products through non-covalent forces or covalent bonds during processing, transportation, and storage as their protein affinity. We evaluated the hypoglycemic effects of protein-bound anthocyanin compounds of purple sweet potato (p-BAC-PSP) and free anthocyanin compounds of purple sweet potato (FAC-PSP) in high-fat diet/streptozotocin-induced diabetic mice.