PLANETARY SUSTAINABILITY,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
2(2)
Опубликована: Июль 31, 2024
The
study
examined
the
distribution
of
physicochemical
parameters
and
toxic
metals
in
Niger
Delta
Coast,
Nigeria.
shellfish
(T.
fuscatus),
water,
sediments,
data
were
collected
from
three
sampling
stations
over
a
six-month
period.
findings
revealed
considerable
variability
levels
heavy
features
between
stations.
Station
2
had
higher
temperature
salinity
but
lower
total
dissolved
solids,
pH,
biological
oxygen
demand,
oxygen.
1
highest
concentrations
Fe,
Zn,
Cd,
Pb,
Cu,
As
water
sediment
samples,
while
consistently
lowest
concentrations.
3
Fe
Zn
values
terms
bioaccumulation.
found
no
significant
differences
(p
>
0.05)
all
T.
fuscatus
2,
except
for
which
showed
slight
variation
<
0.05).
In
fish,
Cu
sediment,
1.
For
bioaccumulation,
greatest
concentration,
measuring
0.00000123
mg/kg,
both
Stations
shared
bioaccumulation
at
0.00000058
mg/Kg.
possibly
due
to
local
conditions
or
iron
sources.
Higher
metal
these
areas
may
lead
potential
environmental
health
implications
their
susceptibility
pollution.
suggests
that
constant
assessment
remedial
measures
are
needed
safeguard
aquatic
ecosystem
area.
Foods,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(5), С. 725 - 725
Опубликована: Фев. 27, 2024
Much
attention
has
been
given
to
the
use
of
microalgae
produce
functional
foods
that
have
valuable
bioactive
chemicals,
including
essential
amino
acids,
polyunsaturated
fatty
vitamins,
carotenoids,
fiber,
and
minerals.
Microalgal
biomasses
are
increasingly
being
used
improve
nutritional
values
because
their
unique
nutrient
compositions
beneficial
human
health.
Their
protein
content
acid
composition
most
important
components.
The
microalgal
biomass
in
therapeutic
supplement
industry
is
dominated
by
bio-compounds
like
astaxanthin,
β-carotene,
acids
eicosapentaenoic
docosahexaenoic
acid,
polysaccharides
such
as
β-glucan.
popularity
supplements
growing
health
benefits
substances.
Moreover,
some
microalgae,
Dunaliella,
Arthrospira
(Spirulina),
Chlorella,
Haematococcus,
commonly
species
food
production.
incorporation
leads
not
only
enhanced
value
but
also
improved
sensory
quality
products
without
altering
cooking
or
textural
characteristics.
Microalgae,
eco-friendly
potential,
emerged
one
promising
novel
sources
new
foods.
This
study
reviews
recent
relevant
works,
well
current
challenges
for
future
research,
using
different
methods
chemical
modification
with
addition
a
few
commercial
algae
allow
areas.
It
can
be
concluded
production
through
become
an
issue.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
25(2), С. 797 - 797
Опубликована: Янв. 8, 2024
Seaweed,
a
miscellaneous
group
of
marine
algae,
has
long
been
recognized
for
its
rich
nutritional
composition
and
bioactive
compounds,
being
considered
nutraceutical
ingredient.
This
revision
delves
into
the
promising
role
seaweed-derived
nutrients
as
beneficial
resource
drug
discovery
innovative
product
development.
Seaweeds
are
abundant
sources
essential
vitamins,
minerals,
polysaccharides,
polyphenols,
unique
secondary
metabolites,
which
reveal
wide
range
biological
activities.
These
compounds
possess
potential
therapeutic
properties,
making
them
intriguing
candidates
leads
in
various
medical
applications
pharmaceutical
It
explores
their
pharmacological
including
antioxidant,
anti-inflammatory,
antimicrobial,
anticancer
activities,
shedding
light
on
agents.
Moreover,
manuscript
provides
insights
development
formulation
strategies
delivery
systems
to
enhance
bioavailability
stability
compounds.
The
also
discusses
challenges
opportunities
associated
with
integration
seaweed-based
industries.
Regulatory
considerations,
sustainability,
scalability
sustainable
seaweed
sourcing
cultivation
methods
addressed,
emphasizing
need
holistic
approach
harnessing
seaweed's
potential.
underscores
immense
valuable
reservoir
By
bridging
gap
between
biology,
pharmacology,
formulation,
this
research
contributes
critical
advancement
solutions
sectors.
Foods,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
12(19), С. 3642 - 3642
Опубликована: Окт. 1, 2023
In
a
few
Southeast
Asian
nations,
seaweeds
have
been
staple
of
the
cuisine
since
prehistoric
times.
Seaweeds
are
currently
becoming
more
and
popular
around
world
due
to
their
superior
nutritional
value
medicinal
properties.
This
is
because
rising
seaweed
production
on
global
scale
substantial
research
composition
bioactivities
over
past
20
years.
By
reviewing
several
articles
in
literature,
this
review
aimed
provide
comprehensive
information
about
primary
secondary
metabolites
various
classes
bioactive
compounds,
such
as
polysaccharides,
polyphenols,
proteins,
essential
fatty
acids,
along
with
bioactivities,
single
article.
also
highlights
potential
development
nutraceuticals,
particular
focus
ability
enhance
human
health
overall
well-being.
addition,
we
discuss
challenges
opportunities
associated
advancement
pharmaceuticals
nutraceuticals
derived
from
seaweeds,
well
incorporation
into
different
industrial
sectors.
Furthermore,
find
that
many
constituents
found
demonstrated
terms
therapeutic
attributes,
including
antioxidative,
anti-inflammatory,
anticancer,
other
conclusion,
seaweed-based
compounds
huge
play
an
important
role
food,
nutraceutical,
pharmaceutical
However,
future
should
pay
attention
developing
efficient
techniques
for
extraction
purification
toxicity
analysis,
clinical
efficacy,
mode
action,
interactions
regular
diets.
Foods,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(7), С. 1010 - 1010
Опубликована: Март 26, 2024
Alternative
proteins
have
gained
popularity
as
consumers
look
for
foods
that
are
healthy,
nutritious,
and
sustainable.
Plant
proteins,
precision
fermentation-derived
cell-cultured
algal
mycoproteins
the
major
types
of
alternative
emerged
in
recent
years.
This
review
addresses
alternative-protein
categories
reviews
their
definitions,
current
market
statuses,
production
methods,
regulations
different
countries,
safety
assessments,
nutrition
functionalities
applications,
and,
finally,
sensory
properties
consumer
perception.
Knowledge
relative
to
traditional
dairy
is
also
addressed.
Opportunities
challenges
associated
with
these
discussed.
Future
research
directions
proposed
better
understand
technologies
develop
consumer-acceptable
final
products.
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Март 19, 2025
The
increasing
popularity
of
alternative
proteins
has
raised
concerns
about
allergenic
potential,
especially
for
plant-,
insect-,
fungal-,
and
algae-based
proteins.
Allergies
arise
when
the
immune
system
misidentifies
as
harmful,
triggering
IgE-mediated
reactions
that
range
from
mild
to
severe.
Main
factors
influencing
allergenicity
include
protein
structure,
cross-reactivity,
processing
methods,
gut
microbiota.
Disruptions
in
health
or
microbiota
balance
heighten
risks.
Common
allergens
legumes,
cereals,
nuts,
oilseeds,
single-cell
proteins,
insect-based
are
particularly
challenging,
they
often
remain
stable
resistant
heat
digestion
despite
various
techniques.
Processing
such
roasting,
enzymatic
hydrolysis,
fermentation,
show
promise
reducing
by
altering
structures
breaking
down
epitopes
trigger
responses.
Future
research
should
focus
on
optimizing
these
methods
ensure
effectively
reduce
risks
while
maintaining
nutritional
quality
safety
products.
Utilizing
natural
fibers
for
production
of
a
fully
bio-based
textile
is
an
appropriate
approach
to
align
with
sustainability
objectives.
In
case
dyed
products,
the
used
dye
and
further
finishing
agents
also
have
be
bio-based.
Algae-based
materials
are
naturally
colored
can
as
product.
The
present
study
aims
investigate
use
algae
color
pigment
coating
on
cotton
fiber
material
using
binder.
Three
different
representing
blue-green
(BGA),
unicellular
microalgae
(UNI),
filamentous
(FIL)
investigated
additives
coatings.
applied
powder
recipe
together
sodium
alginate
binder
component.
Modification
application
conducted
by
addition
calcium
dichloride
(CaCl2)
acting
crosslinker
system.
Using
these
applications,
strong
coloration
fabrics
achieved.
Scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM),
infrared
spectroscopy
(FT-IR),
measurements,
light
fastness
tests,
tests
rubbing
performed.
Good
values
in
reached
(4–5
5,
respectively)
depending
dichloride.
Applications
BGA
UNI
perform
better
due
fastness.
contrast,
applications
FIL
lead
confirms
that
proposed
technique
formulations
achieving
bio-based,
offering
promising
foundation
research
into
development
modification
functionalization
materials.
