Abstract BACKGROUND The widespread use of sodium propionate as a preservative in food may affect public health. We aimed to assess the effects of sodium propionate on circadian rhythms and pancreatic development in zebrafish and the possible underlying mechanisms. RESULTS In this experiment, we analyzed the relationship between circadian rhythms...

Abstract BACKGROUND The research about sustainable and alternative plant protein sources has accelerated with the increasing need for protein. Safflower meal has a potential to be used in protein production due to its high protein content. This research aimed to produce an alternative plant-based protein powder using safflower meal. Both extraction...

Abstract BACKGROUND Yangjiang douchi (YD) is a traditional fermented soybean product, which is popular in Chinese cuisine for its unique flavor. However, due to its high salt content and unstable flavor, its competitiveness in the international market is gradually weakening. Microorganisms have a key role in the production process of YD because it...

Abstract BACKGROUND The present study aimed to determine how various amounts (0.00, 0.58, 1.52 and 4.50 g 100 g−1) of wine lees (WL), which contains numerous essential components, impact the emulsifying properties of fish gelatin (FG) at a low concentration (0.5 g 100 g−1) in the high-fat phase (65 g 100 g−1). This study conducted rheology, physicochemical...

Abstract BACKGROUND Higher alcohol acetates (HAAs) are potent aroma-active esters, that impart desirable fruity and floral aromas. However, the conversion of higher alcohol precursors into HAAs is extremely low in winemaking. To investigate the underlying yeast-yeast interaction on targeted improvement of aromatic HAAs, we evaluated fermentation activity,...

Abstract Background Complex phosphates (CP) can improve the physicochemical properties and gelation properties of myofibrillar fibrous protein (MP) in mixed meat products, but excessive intake of phosphates over a long period of time is harmful to health. This study investigated the effects of partial or complete substitution of CP with sodium bicarbonate...