Optimization of ultrasound-assisted enzymatic hydrolysis Zophobas morio protein and its protective effects against H2O2-induced oxidative stress in RAW264.7 cells
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
298, P. 140111 - 140111
Published: Jan. 20, 2025
Language: Английский
The Impact of Drying Methods on the Quality of Blanched Yellow Mealworm (Tenebrio molitor L.) Larvae
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(15), P. 3679 - 3679
Published: Aug. 3, 2024
The
growing
world
population
necessitates
the
implementation
of
appropriate
processing
technologies
for
edible
insects.
objective
this
study
was
to
examine
impact
distinct
drying
techniques,
including
convective
at
70
°C
(70CD)
and
90
(90CD)
freeze-drying
(FD),
on
kinetics,
physical
characteristics
(water
activity,
color),
chemical
(chemical
composition,
amino
acid
profile,
oil
properties,
total
polyphenol
content
antioxidant
mineral
FTIR),
presence
hazards
(allergens,
microorganisms)
blanched
yellow
mealworm
larvae.
process
results
in
greater
lightness
reduced
moisture
water
activity.
demonstrated
that
freeze-dried
insects
exhibited
lower
contents
protein
essential
acids
as
compared
convective-dried
lowest
polyphenols
found
larvae;
however,
highest
activity
determined
those
Although
isolated
from
peroxide
values,
it
proved
have
PUFA
oxidative
stability.
All
samples
met
microbiological
criteria
dried
demonstrate
a
high
temperature
during
CD
method
does
not
result
anticipated
undesirable
changes.
It
appears
is
optimal
preserving
nutritional
value
insects,
particularly
with
regard
quality
oil.
Language: Английский
Enhanced virulence of mixed-species Candida biofilms isolated from intragastric balloon patient: insights from larval model
Brazilian Journal of Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 10, 2025
Language: Английский
Identification of Multifunctional Putative Bioactive Peptides in the Insect Model Red Palm Weevil (Rhynchophorus ferrugineus)
Biomolecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(10), P. 1332 - 1332
Published: Oct. 19, 2024
Innate
immunity,
the
body's
initial
defense
against
bacteria,
fungi,
and
viruses,
heavily
depends
on
antimicrobial
peptides
(AMPs),
which
are
small
molecules
produced
by
all
living
organisms.
Insects,
with
their
vast
biodiversity,
one
of
most
abundant
innovative
sources
AMPs.
In
this
study,
AMPs
from
red
palm
weevil
(RPW)
Language: Английский
Physicochemical characteristics and anti-inflammatory properties of Zophobas morio (super mealworm) protein extracted by different methods
Food Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
468, P. 142519 - 142519
Published: Dec. 16, 2024
Language: Английский
Recycling honey bee drone brood for sustainable beekeeping
Journal of Economic Entomology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 30, 2024
Abstract
Pollination
by
insects
is
vital
for
global
agriculture,
with
honey
bees
(Apis
mellifera
L.)
being
the
most
important
pollinators.
Honey
are
exposed
to
numerous
stressors,
including
disease,
pesticides,
and
inadequate
nutrition,
resulting
in
significant
colony
losses.
This
study
investigates
use
of
drone
brood
mitigate
these
problems.
Drone
brood,
which
normally
discarded
during
varroa
mite
(Varroa
destructor,
Anderson
Trueman)
management,
rich
proteins,
fats,
essential
minerals.
We
compared
an
already
suggested
pollen
supplement
(Tenebrio
[Tenebrio
molitor
L.]
flour).
The
results
indicate
that
flour
a
viable
source
minerals
potentially
antimicrobial
due
its
high
content
elements
known
properties.
It
meets
nutritional
needs
while
mitigating
effects
mites.
can
provide
high-quality
beeswax,
surplus
pollen,
improve
bee
health,
promotes
sustainable
beekeeping.
Language: Английский