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Sebastião F, Vaz DC, Pires CL, Cruz PF, Moreno MJ, Brito RMM, Cotrim L, Oliveira N, Costa A, Fonseca A, Rodrigues M, Ispolnov K, Bernardino R, Vieira J. Nutrient-efficient catfish-based aquaponics for producing lamb's lettuce at two light intensities. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2024; 104:6541-6552. [PMID: 38520251 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.13478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2022] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Aquaponic systems are sustainable processes of managing water and nutrients for food production. An innovate nutrient-efficient catfish-based (Clarias gariepinus) aquaponics system was implemented for producing two cultivars of two leafy vegetables largely consumed worldwide: lamb's lettuce (Valerianella locusta var. Favor and Valerianella locusta var. de Hollande) and arugula (Eruca vesicaria var. sativa and Eruca sativa). Different growing treatments (4 × 2 factorial design) were applied to plants of each cultivar, grown at two light intensities (120 and 400 μmol m-2 s-1). During growth, several morphological characteristics (root length, plant height, leaf number, foliage diameter and biggest leaf length) were measured. At harvest, plants were weighed and examined qualitatively in terms of greenness and health status. Additionally, leaf extracts were obtained and used to determine total phenolic contents, antioxidant capacities, and levels of cytotoxicity to Caco-2 intestinal model cells. RESULTS After a 5-week growth period, both lamb's lettuce cultivars presented high levels of greenness and health status, at both light intensities, particularly the var. de Hollande that also showed higher average performance in terms of plant morphology. In turn, arugula cultivars showed lower levels of greenness and health status, especially the cultivar E. vesicaria var. sativa submitted to direct sunlight during growth. In addition, plant specimens submitted to higher levels of light intensity showed higher contents in antioxidants/polyphenols. Cultivars with a higher content in antioxidants/polyphenols led to higher Caco-2 cell viability. CONCLUSION For successful industrial implementation of the aquaponics technology, different and optimized acclimatizing conditions must be applied to different plant species and cultivars. © 2024 The Authors. Journal of The Science of Food and Agriculture published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Fernando Sebastião
- LSRE-LCM-Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering-Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
- ALiCE-Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
- School of Technology and Management, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM-Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering-Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
- ALiCE-Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
- Coimbra Chemistry Center, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- Coimbra Chemistry Center, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Coimbra Chemistry Center, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Coimbra Chemistry Center, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Coimbra Chemistry Center, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM-Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering-Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
- ALiCE-Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
- School of Technology and Management, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM-Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering-Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
- ALiCE-Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
- School of Technology and Management, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM-Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering-Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- School of Technology and Management, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- School of Technology and Management, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM-Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering-Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
- ALiCE-Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
- School of Technology and Management, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM-Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering-Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
- ALiCE-Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
- School of Tourism and Marine Technology, Polytechnic of Leiria, Peniche, Portugal
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- LSRE-LCM-Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering-Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
- ALiCE-Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
- School of Technology and Management, Polytechnic of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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Correia I, Antunes M, Tecelão C, Neves M, Pires CL, Cruz PF, Rodrigues M, Peralta CC, Pereira CD, Reboredo F, Moreno MJ, Brito RMM, Ribeiro VS, Vaz DC, Campos MJ. Nutritive Value and Bioactivities of a Halophyte Edible Plant: Crithmum maritimum L. (Sea Fennel). PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:427. [PMID: 38337960 PMCID: PMC10857157 DOI: 10.3390/plants13030427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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Crithmum maritimum L. (sea fennel), an edible xerophyte of coastal habitats, is considered an emerging cash crop for biosaline agriculture due to its salt-tolerance ability and potential applications in the agri-food sector. Here, the nutritional value and bioactive properties of sea fennel are described. Sea fennel leaves, flowers, and schizocarps are composed of carbohydrates (>65%) followed by ash, proteins, and lipids. Sea fennel's salty, succulent leaves are a source of omega-6 and omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, especially linoleic acid. Extracts obtained from flowers and fruits/schizocarps are rich in antioxidants and polyphenols and show antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermis, Candida albicans, and Candida parapsilosis. Plant material is particularly rich in sodium (Na) but also in other nutritionally relevant minerals, such as calcium (Ca), chlorine (Cl), potassium (K), phosphorus (P), and sulfur (S), beyond presenting a potential prebiotic effect on Lactobacillus bulgaricus and being nontoxic to human intestinal epithelial Caco-2 model cells, up to 1.0% (w/v). Hence, the rational use of sea fennel can bring nutrients, aroma, and flavor to culinary dishes while balancing microbiomes and contributing to expanding the shelf life of food products.
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- Iris Correia
- Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2520-630 Peniche, Portugal (M.N.)
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- Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2520-630 Peniche, Portugal (M.N.)
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- Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2520-630 Peniche, Portugal (M.N.)
- School of Tourism and Marine Technology, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2520-630 Peniche, Portugal
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- Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2520-630 Peniche, Portugal (M.N.)
- School of Tourism and Marine Technology, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2520-630 Peniche, Portugal
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- Coimbra Chemistry Centre (CQC), Institute of Molecular Sciences, Chemistry Department, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal (P.F.C.); (M.J.M.)
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- Coimbra Chemistry Centre (CQC), Institute of Molecular Sciences, Chemistry Department, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal (P.F.C.); (M.J.M.)
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- Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials (LSRE-LCM), ESTG-IPLeiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal; (M.R.); (V.S.R.)
- ALiCE–Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, University of Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- Coimbra Chemistry Centre (CQC), Institute of Molecular Sciences, Chemistry Department, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal (P.F.C.); (M.J.M.)
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- School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal;
- Centre for Innovative Care and Health Technology, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal
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- GeoBioTec, FCT, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal;
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- Coimbra Chemistry Centre (CQC), Institute of Molecular Sciences, Chemistry Department, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal (P.F.C.); (M.J.M.)
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- Coimbra Chemistry Centre (CQC), Institute of Molecular Sciences, Chemistry Department, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal (P.F.C.); (M.J.M.)
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- Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials (LSRE-LCM), ESTG-IPLeiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal; (M.R.); (V.S.R.)
- ALiCE–Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, University of Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal;
- Centre for Innovative Care and Health Technology, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal
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- Coimbra Chemistry Centre (CQC), Institute of Molecular Sciences, Chemistry Department, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal (P.F.C.); (M.J.M.)
- Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering–Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials (LSRE-LCM), ESTG-IPLeiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal; (M.R.); (V.S.R.)
- ALiCE–Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, University of Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
- School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-901 Leiria, Portugal;
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- Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2520-630 Peniche, Portugal (M.N.)
- School of Tourism and Marine Technology, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2520-630 Peniche, Portugal
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Monteiro J, Scotti-Campos P, Pais I, Figueiredo AC, Viegas D, Reboredo F. Elemental composition, total fatty acids, soluble sugar content and essential oils of flowers and leaves of Moringa oleifera cultivated in Southern Portugal. Heliyon 2022; 8:e12647. [PMID: 36636210 PMCID: PMC9830163 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2022] [Revised: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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The evaluation of the elemental content of moringa leaves and flowers by Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry revealed that the leaves are a good source of some macro (Ca and K) and micronutrients (Mn) beyond the presence of important polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), essential in human nutrition. Total soluble sugars prevail in the flowers which may be linked to insect attraction and the pollination process. M. oleifera leaves, flowers and seeds essential oils (EOs) were isolated by hydrodistillation. Gas chromatography and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis (GC-MS) showed EOs dominated by alkanes and fatty acids in diverse ratios in the analyzed plant parts. The nutritional characterization of M. oleifera cultivated in Portugal showed some important nutrients to human physiology. Further studies will allow determining if its consumption may overcome the nutritional imbalances of daily modern households, preventing the emergence of hypertension and diabetes.
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- Josélia Monteiro
- Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516, Monte da Caparica, Portugal
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- Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária e Veterinária, I.P., Quinta do Marquês, Av. República, 2784-505, Oeiras, Portugal
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- Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária e Veterinária, I.P., Quinta do Marquês, Av. República, 2784-505, Oeiras, Portugal
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- Centro de Estudos do Ambiente e do Mar Lisboa (CESAM Lisboa), Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa, Biotecnologia Vegetal (CBV), DBV, C2, Campo Grande, 1749-016, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Quinta Chão Freixo, Estrada Nacional 245, painel EN 245, Cx 50, 7470-275, Sousel, Portugal
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- Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516, Monte da Caparica, Portugal,GeoBioTec, Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516, Monte da Caparica, Portugal,Corresponding author.
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Cerquido AS, Vojtek M, Ribeiro-Oliveira R, Viegas O, Sousa JB, Ferreira IMPLVO, Diniz C. Unravelling Potential Health-Beneficial Properties of Corema album Phenolic Compounds: A Systematic Review. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 15:ph15101231. [PMID: 36297345 PMCID: PMC9610266 DOI: 10.3390/ph15101231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 09/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Corema (C.) album belongs to the family Ericaceae and can be found in the Iberian Peninsula, especially on the coastal areas facing the Atlantic coast. C. album berries have been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Recent studies have revealed that not only the berries but also the leaves have relevant antioxidant, antiproliferative, and anti-inflammatory properties, bringing this plant to the forefront of discussion. A systematic review of the literature was carried out to summarize the phenolic compounds and bioactive properties identified in C. album berries and leaves and to search for research gaps on this topic. The search was conducted in three electronic databases (PubMed, SCOPUS, and Web of Science) using PRISMA methodology. The inclusion criteria were the chemical compositions of the berries, leaves, or their extracts and their bioactive properties. The exclusion criteria were agronomic and archaeological research. The number of studies concerning phenolic compounds' composition and the bioactive properties of C. album berries and leaves is still limited (11 articles). However, the variety of polyphenolic compounds identified make it possible to infer new insights into their putative mechanism of action towards the suppression of NF-kB transcription factor activation, the modulation of inflammatory mediators/enzymes, the induction of apoptosis, the modulation of mitogen activated protein kinase, cell cycle arrest, and the reduction of oxidative stress. These factors can be of major relevance concerning the future use of C. album as nutraceuticals, food supplements, or medicines. Nevertheless, more scientific evidence concerning C. album's bioactivity is required.
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- Ana Sofia Cerquido
- LAQV/REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Pharmacology, Department of Drug Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- LAQV/REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Pharmacology, Department of Drug Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- LAQV/REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Pharmacology, Department of Drug Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- LAQV/REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Bromatology and Hydrology, Department of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
- Faculty of Nutrition and Food Sciences, University of Porto, 4150-180 Porto, Portugal
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- LAQV/REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Pharmacology, Department of Drug Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
- Correspondence: (J.B.S.); (I.M.P.L.V.O.F.); (C.D.)
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- LAQV/REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Bromatology and Hydrology, Department of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
- Correspondence: (J.B.S.); (I.M.P.L.V.O.F.); (C.D.)
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- LAQV/REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Pharmacology, Department of Drug Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
- Correspondence: (J.B.S.); (I.M.P.L.V.O.F.); (C.D.)
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Monteiro S, Reboredo FH, Lageiro MM, Lourenço VM, Dias J, Lidon F, Abreu M, Martins APL, Alvarenga N. Nutritional Properties of Baobab Pulp from Different Angolan Origins. PLANTS 2022; 11:plants11172272. [PMID: 36079651 PMCID: PMC9460372 DOI: 10.3390/plants11172272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2022] [Revised: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
Abstract
The baobab tree (Adansonia digitata L.) is found widely in the forests and savannas of sub-Saharan Africa. The baobab fruit has a sour and slightly sweet taste and is widely consumed by the natives, thus containing a high nutritional value and providing a source of income for rural people. This study aimed to compare the nutritional composition of baobab fruit pulp from different localities in the Namibe province (Angola). Twenty samples of baobab pulp were collected in markets of the four municipalities of Namibe. The results obtained showed that there is some geographic location dependence on nutritional and functional composition. The municipality of Camucuio showed samples with higher fibre content (56.62 g/100 g) and vitamin C (288.9 mg/100 g). Samples from the Virei municipality stood out for their antioxidant activity (1936 mmol TE/100 g), high K content (42.4 mg/g) and higher values of protein (2.42 g/100 g). The samples collected in the municipality of Bibala stood out for their high contents of carbohydrates (28.1 g/100 g), total phenolic compounds (972 mg GAE/100 g) and Ca (3.80 mg/g). Despite the differences in origin, the high nutritional value of baobab fruit has the potential to improve the diet of thousands of people in Africa qualitatively.
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- Sara Monteiro
- Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
- GeoBioTec Research Center, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- GeoBioTec Research Center, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
- UTI, Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária e Veterinária IP, Quinta do Marquês, 2780-157 Oeiras, Portugal
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- Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
- NOVA Math Research Center, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- GeoBioTec Research Center, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
- Instituto Politécnico de Beja, Rua Pedro Soares, 7800-295 Beja, Portugal
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- Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
- GeoBioTec Research Center, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- UTI, Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária e Veterinária IP, Quinta do Marquês, 2780-157 Oeiras, Portugal
- LEAF Research Center, ISA, Universidade de Lisboa, Tapada da Ajuda, 1349-017 Lisboa, Portugal
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- GeoBioTec Research Center, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
- UTI, Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária e Veterinária IP, Quinta do Marquês, 2780-157 Oeiras, Portugal
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- GeoBioTec Research Center, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
- UTI, Instituto Nacional de Investigação Agrária e Veterinária IP, Quinta do Marquês, 2780-157 Oeiras, Portugal
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Corema album Leaves Mediate DNA Damage in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Cells. Curr Issues Mol Biol 2022; 44:3598-3610. [PMID: 36005142 PMCID: PMC9406933 DOI: 10.3390/cimb44080246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2022] [Revised: 08/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Corema (C.) album is a shrub endemic to the Atlantic coast and has been described as yielding beneficial effects for human health. Nevertheless, studies concerning the bioactivity of C. album leaves are scarce. This study aims at investigating the anticancer potential and mode of action, of an hydroethanolic extract of C. album leaves (ECAL) on triple-negative breast cancer. This is a poor survival breast cancer subtype, owing to its high risk of distant reappearance, metastasis rates and the probability of relapse. The ECAL ability to prevent tumor progression through (i) the inhibition of cell proliferation (cell viability); (ii) the induction of apoptosis (morphological changes, TUNEL assay, caspase-3 cleaved) and (iii) the induction of DNA damage (PARP1 and γH2AX) with (iv) the involvement of NF-κB and of ERK1/2 pathways (AlphaScreen assay) was evaluated. ECAL activated the apoptotic pathway (through caspase-3) along with the inhibition of ERK and NF-κB pathways causing DNA damage and cell death. The large polyphenolic content of ECAL was presumed to be accountable for these effects. The extract of C. album leaves can target multiple pathways and, thus, can block more than one possible means of disease progression, evidencing the anticancer therapeutic potential from a plant source.
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Fernandes J, Reboredo FH, Luis I, Silva MM, Simões MM, Lidon FC, Ramalho JC. Elemental Composition of Commercial Herbal Tea Plants and Respective Infusions. PLANTS 2022; 11:plants11111412. [PMID: 35684185 PMCID: PMC9182685 DOI: 10.3390/plants11111412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 05/19/2022] [Accepted: 05/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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This study evaluated the elemental composition of 25 herbal tea plants commonly used in infusions by Portuguese consumers and the contribution to the elemental daily intake of some essential elements. Hydrocotyle asiatica (L.), Matricaria chamomilla (L.), and Melissa officinalis (L.) samples are a rich source of K with around 6.0 mg g−1 while the Asteraceae Silybum marianum (L.) and Echinacea angustifolia (DC.) exhibited 4.9 and 5.6 mg g−1 Ca, respectively. The highest concentrations of S and Zn were noted in Hydrocotyle asiatica (L.), while the highest concentration of Sr was found in Cassia angustifolia (Vahl.). In general, a large variability in the concentrations among different families and plant organs had been observed, except Cu with levels around 30 μg g−1. The principal component analysis (PCA) showed positive correlations between Zn and S and Sr and Ca, also revealing that Hydrocotyle asiatica (L.), Echinacea angustifolia (DC.), Silybum marianum (L.), and Cassia angustifolia (Vahl.) samples, stands out about all other samples regarding the enrichment of macro and micronutrients. The elemental solubility of macronutrients in the infusion is greater than the micronutrient solubility, despite the contribution to the recommended daily intake was weak. As a whole, Cynara scolymus (L.) and Hibiscus sabdariffa (L.) are the species with the best elemental solubilities, followed by Hydrocotyle asiatica (L.). No harmful elements, such as As and Pb, were observed in both the raw material and the infusions.
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- Jaime Fernandes
- Departamento Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (J.F.); (I.L.); (M.M.S.); (F.C.L.)
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- Departamento Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (J.F.); (I.L.); (M.M.S.); (F.C.L.)
- GeoBioTec, Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (M.M.S.); (J.C.R.)
- Correspondence:
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- Departamento Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (J.F.); (I.L.); (M.M.S.); (F.C.L.)
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- GeoBioTec, Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (M.M.S.); (J.C.R.)
- ESEAG-COFAC, Avenida do Campo Grande 376, 1749-024 Lisboa, Portugal
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- Departamento Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (J.F.); (I.L.); (M.M.S.); (F.C.L.)
- GeoBioTec, Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (M.M.S.); (J.C.R.)
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- Departamento Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (J.F.); (I.L.); (M.M.S.); (F.C.L.)
- GeoBioTec, Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (M.M.S.); (J.C.R.)
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- GeoBioTec, Departamento de Ciências da Terra, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Campus da Caparica, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal; (M.M.S.); (J.C.R.)
- Plant Stress & Biodiversity Lab, Centro de Estudos Florestais (CEF), Instituto Superior Agronomia (ISA), Universidade de Lisboa (ULisboa), Quinta do Marquês, Av. República, 2784-505 Oeiras, Portugal
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Edible flowers of Helichrysum italicum: Composition, Nutritive Value, and Bioactivities. Food Res Int 2022; 157:111399. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2022] [Revised: 05/17/2022] [Accepted: 05/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Liu Y, Sheng J, Li J, Zhang P, Tang F, Shan C. Influence of lactic acid bacteria on physicochemical indexes, sensory and flavor characteristics of fermented sea buckthorn juice. FOOD BIOSCI 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbio.2021.101519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Marques J, Martin D, Amado AM, Lysenko V, Osório N, Batista de Carvalho LAE, Marques MPM, Barroca MJ, Moreira da Silva A. Novel Insights into Corema album Berries: Vibrational Profile and Biological Activity. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 10:plants10091761. [PMID: 34579295 PMCID: PMC8470319 DOI: 10.3390/plants10091761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2021] [Revised: 08/18/2021] [Accepted: 08/21/2021] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
Abstract
This study reports an evaluation of the biological properties of the edible berries from Corema album, an endemic shrub of the Portuguese coastline, aiming at its use as a nutraceutical. Different methanolic extracts were obtained from the pulp and seed of fresh berries: pulp extract, seed residue, and seed oil (extracted and characterized for the first time). For each of these, the antioxidant activity was assessed, by different methods, as well as the antimicrobial ability. Overall, the seeds were shown to be the most nutraceutical part of the berry since they showed higher antioxidant activity, while the pulp extract displayed a significant antimicrobial capacity against several clinically relevant bacterial strains. Furthermore, the extracts were fully characterized by complementary infrared and Raman spectroscopy, revealing the presence of phenolic acids, polysaccharides, sugars, and triterpenoids in the pulp, high content of unsaturated fatty acids in the seed oil, and significant amounts of phenolics and carotenoids in the seed residue. These results pave the way for a reliable correlation between chemical composition and biological activity, in edible fruit samples.
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Affiliation(s)
- Joana Marques
- Unidade de I&D Química-Física Molecular, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal; (D.M.); (A.M.A.); (N.O.); (L.A.E.B.d.C.); (M.P.M.M.); (M.J.B.); (A.M.d.S.)
- Correspondence:
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- Unidade de I&D Química-Física Molecular, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal; (D.M.); (A.M.A.); (N.O.); (L.A.E.B.d.C.); (M.P.M.M.); (M.J.B.); (A.M.d.S.)
| | - Ana M. Amado
- Unidade de I&D Química-Física Molecular, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal; (D.M.); (A.M.A.); (N.O.); (L.A.E.B.d.C.); (M.P.M.M.); (M.J.B.); (A.M.d.S.)
| | - Viktoriya Lysenko
- College of Health Technology of Coimbra, Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra, S. Martinho do Bispo, 3046-854 Coimbra, Portugal;
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- Unidade de I&D Química-Física Molecular, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal; (D.M.); (A.M.A.); (N.O.); (L.A.E.B.d.C.); (M.P.M.M.); (M.J.B.); (A.M.d.S.)
- College of Health Technology of Coimbra, Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra, S. Martinho do Bispo, 3046-854 Coimbra, Portugal;
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- Unidade de I&D Química-Física Molecular, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal; (D.M.); (A.M.A.); (N.O.); (L.A.E.B.d.C.); (M.P.M.M.); (M.J.B.); (A.M.d.S.)
| | - Maria Paula M. Marques
- Unidade de I&D Química-Física Molecular, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal; (D.M.); (A.M.A.); (N.O.); (L.A.E.B.d.C.); (M.P.M.M.); (M.J.B.); (A.M.d.S.)
- Department of Life Sciences, University of Coimbra, 3000-456 Coimbra, Portugal
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- Unidade de I&D Química-Física Molecular, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal; (D.M.); (A.M.A.); (N.O.); (L.A.E.B.d.C.); (M.P.M.M.); (M.J.B.); (A.M.d.S.)
- Polytechnic of Coimbra, Coimbra Agriculture School, Bencanta, 3045-601 Coimbra, Portugal
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- Unidade de I&D Química-Física Molecular, Department of Chemistry, University of Coimbra, 3004-535 Coimbra, Portugal; (D.M.); (A.M.A.); (N.O.); (L.A.E.B.d.C.); (M.P.M.M.); (M.J.B.); (A.M.d.S.)
- Polytechnic of Coimbra, Coimbra Agriculture School, Bencanta, 3045-601 Coimbra, Portugal
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