Red dragon fruit-soy protein isolate biofilm: UV-blocking, antioxidant & improved mechanical properties for sustainable food packaging

Journal of Food Science and Technology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 61(9), P. 1686 - 1700

Published: March 3, 2024

Language: Английский

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Pitahaya (Hylocereus ocamponis) peel flour as new ingredient in the development of beef burgers: impact on the quality parameters

European Food Research and Technology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 250(9), P. 2375 - 2385

Published: April 15, 2024

Language: Английский

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Preharvest Elicitors as a Tool to Enhance Bioactive Compounds and Quality of Both Peel and Pulp of Yellow Pitahaya (Selenicereus megalanthus Haw.) at Harvest and during Postharvest Storage

International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 25(10), P. 5435 - 5435

Published: May 16, 2024

Yellow pitahaya is a tropical fruit that has gained popularity in recent years. Natural elicitors are compounds can stimulate the resistance and quality of fruits. The objective this study was to evaluate effects natural elicitors, methyl salicylate (MeSa), jasmonate (JaMe), salicylic acid (SA) oxalic (OA) at concentrations 0.1 mM (MeSa JaMe) 5 (SA OA), applied yellow fruits under greenhouse conditions. After full blossom, four applications were made with frequency 15 days. At time harvest after storage, following variables evaluated: firmness (whole fruit), total soluble solids (TSS), acidity (TA), phenolics carotenoids (in pulp), while phenolics, carotenoids, macronutrients micronutrients determined peel. results showed MeSa advanced maturation, according higher TSS, lower TA than MeJa-treated fruits, for which delayed ripening process shown. All treatments induced polyphenolic concentration during storage. Regarding alternative use peel as by-product, application significantly increased content polyphenols, peel, especially MeSa, be used bioactive compound food industry. In conclusion, indicate an improve shelf life

Language: Английский

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Optimizing germination: comparative assessment of various growth media on dragon fruit germination and early growth

BMC Plant Biology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: June 12, 2024

Abstract Dragon fruit ( Selenicereus undatus ), known for its captivating appearance and remarkable nutritional profile, has garnered considerable attention in recent years. Despite popularity, there's a dearth of research on optimal conditions seed germination early growth stages such as seedling shoot length, which are crucial crop yield. This study aims to bridge this gap by evaluating various growing media's performance dragon stages. seeds were obtained from local markets Pakistan evaluated five different media: cocopeat, peat moss, sand, vermiculite, compost. Germination parameters observed 45 days, including percentage, mean time, daily among others while was monitored 240 days. Statistical analysis conducted using ANOVA Tukey’s HSD test. Significant differences found the media regarding germination. Vermiculite exhibited highest rate (93.33%), compost showed least (70%). Peat moss sand facilitated rapid germination, slower rates. Stem length significantly influenced media, with supporting longest stems. emerged most effective medium but steady growth. These findings provide valuable insights optimizing cultivation, aiding commercial growers enthusiasts achieving higher yields quality. Further could explore additional factors influencing development.

Language: Английский

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Integrated metabolic profiles and microbial communities to reveal the beneficial effect of red pitaya on early constipation

Food & Function, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 15(10), P. 5414 - 5428

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Red pitaya ameliorates loperamide hydrochloride-induced early constipation in mice through modulating gut microbiota and metabolites related to tryptophan metabolism primary bile acid biosynthesis feces serum.

Language: Английский

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