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Lima LS, Ribeiro M, Cardozo LFMF, Moreira NX, Teodoro AJ, Stenvinkel P, Mafra D. Amazonian Fruits for Treatment of Non-Communicable Diseases. Curr Nutr Rep 2024; 13:611-638. [PMID: 38916807 DOI: 10.1007/s13668-024-00553-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The Amazon region has a high biodiversity of flora, with an elevated variety of fruits, such as Camu-Camu (Myrciaria dúbia), Açaí (Euterpe oleracea Mart.), Tucumã (Astrocaryum aculeatum and Astrocaryum vulgare), Fruta-do-conde (Annona squamosa L.), Cupuaçu (Theobroma grandiflorum), Graviola (Annona muricata L.), Guarana (Paullinia cupana Kunth var. sorbilis), and Pitanga (Eugenia uniflora), among many others, that are rich in phytochemicals, minerals and vitamins with prominent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential. RECENT FINDINGS Studies evaluating the chemical composition of these fruits have observed a high content of nutrients and bioactive compounds. Such components are associated with significant biological effects in treating various non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and related complications. Regular intake of these fruits from Amazonas emerges as a potential therapeutic approach to preventing and treating NCDs as a nutritional strategy to reduce the incidence or mitigate common complications in these patients, which are the leading global causes of death. As studies remain largely unexplored, this narrative review discusses the possible health-beneficial effects for patients with NCDs.
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- Ligia Soares Lima
- Graduate Program in Biological Sciences - Physiology, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Biological Sciences - Physiology, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil
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- Nutrition Faculty, Federal Fluminense University, Niterói-Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil
- Graduate Program in Nutrition Sciences, Fluminense Federal University (UFF), Niterói, RJ, Brazil
- Graduate Program in Cardiovascular Sciences, Fluminense Federal University (UFF), Niterói, RJ, Brazil
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- Nutrition Faculty, Federal Fluminense University, Niterói-Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil
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- Nutrition Faculty, Federal Fluminense University, Niterói-Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil
- Graduate Program in Nutrition Sciences, Fluminense Federal University (UFF), Niterói, RJ, Brazil
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- Division of Renal Medicine, Department of Clinical Science, Technology and Intervention, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Graduate Program in Biological Sciences - Physiology, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil.
- Graduate Program in Nutrition Sciences, Fluminense Federal University (UFF), Niterói, RJ, Brazil.
- Unidade de Pesquisa Clínica-UPC. Rua Marquês de Paraná, Niterói-RJ, 303/4 Andar , Niterói, RJ, 24033-900, Brazil.
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da Silva AT, Rosa DS, Tavares MRS, Souza RDFS, Navarro DMDAF, de Aguiar JCRDOF, da Silva MV, da Costa MM. Essential oils of Eugenia spp. (myrtaceae) show in vitro antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus isolates from bovine mastitis. Braz J Microbiol 2024:10.1007/s42770-024-01489-6. [PMID: 39190260 DOI: 10.1007/s42770-024-01489-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2024] [Indexed: 08/28/2024] Open
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Bovine mastitis, an inflammation of the mammary glands, is mainly caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus. While antibiotics are the primary treatment for this disease, their effectiveness is often diminished due to resistant strains and biofilm formation, creating the need for safer and more efficient therapies. Plant-based oil therapies, particularly those derived from the genus Eugenia, are gaining popularity due to their pharmacological potential and historical use. In this study, we evaluated the antibacterial, antibiofilm, and synergistic potential of essential oils (EOs) from four species of the genus Eugenia (E. brejoensis, E. gracillima, E. pohliana, and E. stictopetala) against S. aureus isolates from bovine mastitis. The EO of E. stictopetala was obtained by hydrodistillation, and its composition was analyzed using gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry. The experiment employed seven clinical isolates from mastitis and two control strains: ATCC 33591 (methicillin-resistant S. aureus - MRSA) and ATCC 25923 (methicillin-susceptible and biofilm producer). A broth microdilution assay was used to determine the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) of the EOs and oxacillin. The EO of E. stictopetala contained (E)-caryophyllene (18.01%), β-pinene (8.84%), (E)-nerolidol (8.24%), and α-humulene (6.14%) as major compounds. In the MIC assay, all essential oils showed bactericidal and bacteriostatic effects, especially the species E. brejoensis and E. pohliana, which had MICs ranging from 64 to 256 µg/mL. Regarding the antibiofilm effect, all essential oils were capable of interfering with biofilm formation at subinhibitory concentrations of ½ and ¼ of the MIC. However, they did not significantly affect pre-established biofilms. Additionally, a synergistic interaction was detected between the EOs and oxacillin, with a reduction of 75-93.75% in the antimicrobial MIC. Molecular docking studies indicated that the phytochemicals β-(E)-caryophyllene, (E)-nerolidol, Δ-elemene, and α-cadinol present in the EOs formed more stable complexes with penicillin-binding proteins, indicating a possible mechanism of antibacterial action. Therefore, these results show that the essential oils of Eugenia spp. are promising sources for the development of new therapeutic methods, opening new perspectives for a more effective treatment of bovine mastitis.
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- Alisson Teixeira da Silva
- Animal Microbiology and Immunology Laboratory, Federal University of the San Francisco Valley (UNIVASF), Campus Agricultural Sciences, Petrolina, Pernambuco, CEP 56300-000, Brazil
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- Animal Microbiology and Immunology Laboratory, Federal University of the San Francisco Valley (UNIVASF), Campus Agricultural Sciences, Petrolina, Pernambuco, CEP 56300-000, Brazil
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- Federal Institute of the Sertão Pernambucano (IF Sertão), Campus Petrolina Rural Area, Petrolina, Pernambuco, CEP 56302-970, Brazil
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- Animal Microbiology and Immunology Laboratory, Federal University of the San Francisco Valley (UNIVASF), Campus Agricultural Sciences, Petrolina, Pernambuco, CEP 56300-000, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), Recife, Pernambuco, CEP 50670-901, Brazil
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- Animal Microbiology and Immunology Laboratory, Federal University of the San Francisco Valley (UNIVASF), Campus Agricultural Sciences, Petrolina, Pernambuco, CEP 56300-000, Brazil.
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da Silva Aguiar IF, de Veras BO, de Oliveira Alves JV, Galvão LRL, Costa WK, de Medeiros Moura GM, do Amaral Ferraz Navarro DM, de Oliveira Farias de Aguiar JCR, de Oliveira WF, Dos Santos Correia MT, da Silva MV. Chemical characterization of the essential oil from the leaves of Eugenia flavescens DC. (Myrtaceae) and its potential in the treatment of pain, inflammation, and ethanol- and ethanol/HCL-induced gastric ulcers in mice. Inflammopharmacology 2024:10.1007/s10787-024-01546-4. [PMID: 39150493 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-024-01546-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2024] [Accepted: 07/31/2024] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
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Eugenia flavescens is a species cultivated in Brazil for food purposes. Given the potential application of essential oils from plants of the genus Eugenia, this study was carried out to investigate the chemical composition, acute toxicity, antioxidant, antinociceptive, gastroprotective activities, and possible mechanisms of action of the essential oil from the leaves of E. flavescens (EOEf). The EOEf was extracted by hydrodistillation, and the chemical composition was obtained using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. The antioxidant activity was evaluated, as well as the acute toxicity and the antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory effects in mice. In addition, the gastroprotective effect was investigated using an acute gastric lesion model, considering possible mechanisms of action. The major components found in the EOEf were guaiol (19.97%), germacrene B (12.53%), bicyclogermacrene (11.11%), and E-caryophyllene (7.53%). The EOEf did not cause signs of toxicity in the acute oral toxicity test and showed in vitro antioxidant activity with IC50 ranging from 247.29 to 472.39 µg/mL in the tests ABTS and DPPH. In the nociceptive test, EOEf showed a 72.05% reduction in nociception at a dose of 100 mg/kg. In evaluating the anti-inflammatory effect, the essential oil inhibited paw edema by 95.50% and 97.69% at doses of 50 and 100 mg/kg. The results showed that EOEf has a gastroprotective effect, acting through the sulfhydryl compounds (-SH), nitric oxide (NO), and synthesis PGE2 pathways. The results suggested that EOEf is a promising source of constituents with antioxidant, antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, and gastroprotective properties with application in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
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- Irivânia Fidelis da Silva Aguiar
- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil
- Post-Graduation in Biotechnology, RENORBIO, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory Chemistry and Function of Bioactive Proteins, Federal University of Rio Grande Do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande Do Norte, 59078-970, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, 50670-420, Brazil
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Soria-Melgarejo G, Raya-Pérez JC, Ramírez-Pimentel JG, Covarrubias-Prieto J, Gutiérrez-Benicio GM, Andrade-González I, Aguirre-Mancilla CL. Physicochemical, nutritional properties, and antioxidant potential of 'limilla' fruit ( Rhus aromatica var. schmidelioides (Schltdl.) Engl.). Heliyon 2024; 10:e34990. [PMID: 39144990 PMCID: PMC11320458 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e34990] [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: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2024] [Accepted: 07/19/2024] [Indexed: 08/16/2024] Open
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Rhus aromatica inhabits humid oak and oakpine forests in the State of Michoacán (Mexico). The fruit of R. aromatica is edible and is traditionally used in the preparation of soft drinks, ice pops, ice creams and 'atole'. The objective of the present investigation was to carry out a physical and chemical characterization and analysis of the antioxidant capacity of fruit. For the physical characterization, the equatorial and longitudinal diameter, weight and percentage of pulp were determined. In the chemical characterization, a proximal analysis was carried out, quantification of polyphenols and flavonoids was performed, and the antioxidant capacity was determined. The results showed that the fruit had a longitudinal diameter of 6.58 ± 1.02 mm, an equatorial diameter of 7.17 ± 0.66, a weight of 55.22 ± 5.47 mg, and a 40 % pulp proportion. The chemical characterization analysis indicated 8.7 % moisture, 30.6 % lipids, 8.7 % proteins, 29.4 % total sugars, 3.8 % ashes and 18.7 % crude fibre, 3.1 °Brix, pH 3.1, 1.92 % acidity total and a caloric intake of 4.27 kcal/g. The polyphenol content was higher in 60 % ethanol extracts with 88.6 ± 50.89 mg EAG/g; for flavonoids from extracts with 100 % acetone, it was 26.52 ± 0.65 mg EQ/g, and the total carotenoid content was 46.37 mg/100 g. The total antioxidant activity was higher in extracts with 80 % acetone, with 87.17 % inhibition of the DPPH radical and 90 % inhibition of ABTS without showing a significant difference with the different solvents used. The lowest IC50 values were presented in 100 % ethanol and 60 % methanol extracts for the DPPH radical and for the ABTS radical were the 80 % ethanol and 60 % methanol extracts. The lipid, protein, carotenoid, and polyphenol contents and antioxidant capacity of the fruit of R. aromatica were as high as those of other fruits consumed in the human diet.
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- Gonzalo Soria-Melgarejo
- Tecnológico Nacional de México/I.T. de Roque, km 8 Carretera Celaya-Juventino Rosas, C.P. 38110, Celaya, Gto, Mexico
- Tecnológico Nacional de México/I.T.S. de Puruándiro, km 4.3 Carretera Puruándiro-Galeana, C. P 58532, Puruandiro, Mich, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/I.T. de Roque, km 8 Carretera Celaya-Juventino Rosas, C.P. 38110, Celaya, Gto, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/I.T. de Roque, km 8 Carretera Celaya-Juventino Rosas, C.P. 38110, Celaya, Gto, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/I.T. de Roque, km 8 Carretera Celaya-Juventino Rosas, C.P. 38110, Celaya, Gto, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/I.T. de Roque, km 8 Carretera Celaya-Juventino Rosas, C.P. 38110, Celaya, Gto, Mexico
- Universidad de Guanajuato, Programa de Biotecnología, Mutualismo 303, C.P. 38060, Celaya, Gto, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/I.T. de Tlajomulco, km 10 Carretera Tlajomulco-San Miguel Cuyutlán, Cto. Metropolitano Sur, 45640 Tlajomulco de Zúñiga, Jal, Mexico
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- Tecnológico Nacional de México/I.T. de Roque, km 8 Carretera Celaya-Juventino Rosas, C.P. 38110, Celaya, Gto, Mexico
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Silva BS, Amorim-Neto DP, Pia AKR, Campagnollo FB, Furtado MM, Carvalho ACBR, Oteiza JM, Sant'Ana AS. The fate of Salmonella enterica and Listeria monocytogenes in the pulp of eight native Brazilian and exotic fruits. Int J Food Microbiol 2024; 420:110783. [PMID: 38851046 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2024.110783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2023] [Revised: 05/06/2024] [Accepted: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024]
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Despite the wide variety of native and exotic fruits in Brazil, there is limited understanding of their ability to support pathogens during storage. This study aimed to evaluate the behavior of Salmonella enterica and Listeria monocytogenes inoculated into the pulp of eight fruits native and exotic to Brazil: Jenipapo (Genipa americana L.), Umbu (Spondias tuberosa Arruda), Maná (Solanum sessiliflorum), Cajá-manga (Spondias dulcis), Physalis (Physalis angulata L.), Feijoa (Acca sellowiana), Cupuaçu (Theobroma grandiflorum) (average pH < 3.3) and in a low acidy fruit: Abiu (Pouteria caimito) (pH 6.11). The pathogens were inoculated into the different fruits and stored at 10, 20, 30 and 37 °C for up to 12 h and 6 days, respectively. Among the fruits evaluated, Abiu was the only one that allowed Salmonella growth, showing higher δ-values at 20 and 30 °C (5.6 log CFU/g for both temperatures). For Physalis and Feijoa, there was a small reduction in the pathogen concentration (<1 log-cycle), mainly at 10 and 20 °C, indicating its ability to remain in the matrices. For the other fruits, notable negative δ-values were obtained, indicating a tendency towards microbial inactivation. The survival potential was significantly affected by temperature in Abiu, Maná, Cupuaçu, and Cajá-manga (p < 0.05). The same phenomena regarding δ-value were observed for L. monocytogenes population, with the greatest survival potential observed at 20 °C in Abiu (3.3 log CFU/g). Regarding the exponential growth rates in Abiu, the highest values were observed at 30 and 37 °C, both for Salmonella (4.6 and 4.9 log (CFU/g)/day, respectively) and for L. monocytogenes (2.8 and 2.7 log (CFU/g)/day, respectively), with no significant difference between both temperatures. Regarding microbial inactivation, L. monocytogenes showed greater resistance than Salmonella in practically all matrices. Jenipapo and Umbu were the pulps that, in general, had the greatest effect on reducing the population of pathogens. Furthermore, the increase in storage temperature seems to favor the increase on inactivation rates. In conclusion, Salmonella and L. monocytogenes can grow only in Abiu pulp, although they can survive in some acidic tropical fruits kept at refrigeration and abusive temperatures.
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- Beatriz S Silva
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Centro de Investigación y Asistencia Técnica a la Industria (CIATI AC), Neuquén, Argentina
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil.
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Silva JDR, Arruda HS, Andrade AC, Berilli P, Borsoi FT, Monroy YM, Rodrigues MVN, Sampaio KA, Pastore GM, Marostica Junior MR. Eugenia calycina and Eugenia stigmatosa as Promising Sources of Antioxidant Phenolic Compounds. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:2039. [PMID: 39124157 PMCID: PMC11313698 DOI: 10.3390/plants13152039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2024] [Revised: 07/19/2024] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
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In this study, Eugenia calycina and Eugenia stigmatosa, native Brazilian berries, were explored regarding their proximal composition, bioactive compounds, and antioxidant activities. The edible parts of both fruits presented a low content of lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates, resulting in a low caloric value (<70 kcal/100 g fw). E. stigmatosa fruit showed a high total fiber content (3.26 g/100 g fw), qualifying it as a source of dietary fiber. The sugar profile was mainly monosaccharides (glucose, fructose, and rhamnose). Significant contents of total phenolics and flavonoids, monomeric anthocyanins and, condensed tannins, were observed in both fruits. E. calycina contains a high level of anthocyanins, primarily cyanidin-3-glucoside (242.97 µg/g). Other phenolic compounds were also found, the main ones being rutin and ellagic acid. In contrast, E. stigmatosa is mainly composed of rutin and gallic acid. Furthermore, these fruits showed expressive antioxidant activity, evidenced by ORAC, FRAP, and ABTS. These Eugenia fruits are promising sources of bioactive compounds and have a low caloric and high dietary fiber content, making them interesting options for inclusion in a balanced diet, contributing to the promotion of health and the valorization and conservation of Brazilian biodiversity.
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- Juliana Dara Rabêlo Silva
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), Faculty of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (H.S.A.); (A.C.A.); (P.B.); (F.T.B.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), Faculty of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (H.S.A.); (A.C.A.); (P.B.); (F.T.B.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), Faculty of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (H.S.A.); (A.C.A.); (P.B.); (F.T.B.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), Faculty of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (H.S.A.); (A.C.A.); (P.B.); (F.T.B.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), Faculty of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (H.S.A.); (A.C.A.); (P.B.); (F.T.B.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Engineering and Technology (DETA), School of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (Y.M.M.); (K.A.S.)
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- Pluridisciplinary Center for Chemical, Biological and Agricultural Research (CPQBA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Paulínia 13148-218, São Paulo, Brazil;
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- Department of Food Engineering and Technology (DETA), School of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (Y.M.M.); (K.A.S.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), Faculty of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (H.S.A.); (A.C.A.); (P.B.); (F.T.B.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), Faculty of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil; (H.S.A.); (A.C.A.); (P.B.); (F.T.B.); (G.M.P.)
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Acosta-Vega L, Moreno DA, Cuéllar Álvarez LN. Arazá: Eugenia stipitata Mc Vaught as a Potential Functional Food. Foods 2024; 13:2310. [PMID: 39123500 PMCID: PMC11311875 DOI: 10.3390/foods13152310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2024] [Revised: 06/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/27/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
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Arazá is a fruit native to the Amazonian region with characteristic properties such as aroma, texture, color, and marked acidity. Additionally, the fruit is rich in bioactive compounds in its three fractions (seed, pulp, and peel), such as ascorbic acid, phenolic compounds (and their derivatives), and carotenoids, which have been extensively investigated in the literature for their beneficial properties for human health. However, it is a little-known fruit, and the role it can play in health-promoting activities related to the treatment and prevention of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) when incorporated into the diet is also unknown. Therefore, it is necessary to know the profile of bioactive compounds and the biological properties Arazá possesses, which is the aim of this review.
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- Luis Acosta-Vega
- Grupo de Investigación en Productos Naturales Amazónicos-GIPRONAZ, Universidad de la Amazonia, Florencia 180001, Colombia;
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- Laboratorio de Fitoquímica y Alimentos Saludables (LabFAS), CEBAS, CSIC, Campus Universitario de Espinardo, 25, E-30100 Murcia, Spain;
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- Grupo de Investigación en Productos Naturales Amazónicos-GIPRONAZ, Universidad de la Amazonia, Florencia 180001, Colombia;
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Dos Santos EL, Xavier JKAM, Galvão PLN, Carneiro Nunes AR, Alegria OVC, Moreira ECO, Maia JGS, Setzer WN, Figueiredo PLB, da Silva JKR. Volatile Profiles and DNA Barcodes of Myrtaceae Species with Occurrence in the Brazilian Amazon. Chem Biodivers 2024; 21:e202400388. [PMID: 38739854 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202400388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Revised: 05/10/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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Myrtaceae family includes many species with taxonomic challenges, making it one of the most complex families to identify. This study used DNA barcoding to find molecular markers for species authentication based on the Myrtaceae family's chemical composition and genetic diversity. Essential oils and genetic material were extracted from the leaves of six different species: Eugenia uniflora, E. patrisii, Myrcia splendens, Psidium guajava, P. guineense, and Psidium sp. The samples were analyzed based on compound classes and grouped into two categories. Group I included samples with high amounts of oxygenated sesquiterpenes (3.69-76.05 %) and fatty acid derivatives (0.04-43.59 %), such as E. uniflora, Myrcia splendens, and E. patrisii. Group II included samples P. guajava, P. guineense, and Psidium sp., which had a significant content of monoterpene hydrocarbons (0.69-72.35 %), oxygenated sesquiterpenes (8.06-68.1 %), phenylpropanoids (0.45-22.59 %), and sesquiterpene hydrocarbons (0.27-21.84 %). The PsbA-trnH gene sequences had a high genetic variability, allowing the species to be distinguished. A phylogenetic analysis showed two main clusters with high Bootstrap values corresponding to the subtribes Eugeniineae, Myrciinae, and Pimentinae. The results suggest a weak correlation between genetic and chemical data in these Myrtaceae species.
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- Edimara L Dos Santos
- Programa de Pós-graduação em Química, UFPA, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, 66075-900, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Química, UFPA, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, 66075-900, Brazil
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- Programa de Bolsas de Iniciação Científica, UFPA, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, 66075-900, Brazil
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- Centro de Genômica e Biologia de Sistemas, UFPA, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, 66075-900, Brazil
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- Centro de Genômica e Biologia de Sistemas, UFPA, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, 66075-900, Brazil
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- Instituto de Estudos em Saúde e Biológicas, Universidade Federal do Sul e Sudeste do Pará, Marabá, 68501-970, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Química, UFPA, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, 66075-900, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Química de Produtos Naturais, UEPA, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Química, UFPA, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, 66075-900, Brazil
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Queiroz de Oliveira W, Angélica Neri Numa I, Alvim ID, Azeredo HMC, Santos LB, Borsoi FT, de Araújo FF, Sawaya ACHF, do Nascimento GC, Clerici MTPS, do Sacramento CK, Maria Pastore G. Multilayer microparticles for programmed sequential release of phenolic compounds from Eugenia stipitata: Stability and bioavailability. Food Chem 2024; 443:138579. [PMID: 38301560 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.138579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Revised: 01/07/2024] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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A co-delivery system based on multilayer microparticles was developed and characterized for the sequential release of phenolic compounds (PCs) using different encapsulation processes (spray drying: SD and drying-chilling spray: SDC) and wall materials to improve the stability and bioavailability of PCs. Samples were characterized in terms of process yield (PY%), phenolic retention efficiency (PRE%), chemical structure and crystallinity (NMR, FTIR, DXR), thermal stability (DSC and FT-IR), anti-radical capacity (ORAC and ABTS) and in vitro digestion. PRE% of samples by SD were higher (p < 0.05) than SDC due to the formation of PCs from CRF (cará-roxo flour). NMR, FTIR, DXR confirmed the presence of key components and interactions for the formation of the advanced co-delivery system. The SDC particles showed crystalline regions by XRD and were stable at ∼47 °C. All samples showed good release of PC in the intestinal phase, and antiradical capacity that reached 23.66 µmol TE g-1.
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- Williara Queiroz de Oliveira
- Laboratory of Bioflavours and Bioactive Compounds, Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Bioflavours and Bioactive Compounds, Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Technology Center of Cereal and Chocolate, Food Technology Institute (ITAL), 13070-178 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Embrapa Instrumentation, R. 15 de Novembro, 1452, 13560-970 São Carlos, SP, Brazil; Graduate Program in Food, Nutrition and Food Engineering, UNESP - São Paulo State University, Rodovia Araraquara-Jaú, km 01, 14800-903 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioflavours and Bioactive Compounds, Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioflavours and Bioactive Compounds, Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil; Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, University of Campinas, 13083-871 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, University of Campinas, 13083-871 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, State University of Santa Cruz, 45662-900 BA, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioflavours and Bioactive Compounds, Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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de Oliveira FMG, Lyrio MVV, Filgueiras PR, de Castro EVR, Kuster RM. ESI(-)FT-ICR MS for the determination of best conditions for producing extract abundant in phenolic compounds from leaves of E. uniflora and FTIR-PCA as a sample screening method. ANALYTICAL METHODS : ADVANCING METHODS AND APPLICATIONS 2024; 16:3701-3713. [PMID: 38805183 DOI: 10.1039/d3ay00773a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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E. uniflora leaves are a rich source of phenolic compounds with biological activities, including myricitrin. In this study, the chemical profile of nine extracts prepared with leaves collected in three regions (mountain, beach, and mangrove) and at three different times of the day (8 am, 1 pm, and 6 pm) was evaluated from spectra originating from ultra-high resolution mass spectrometry (Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance, FT-ICR) coupled to electrospray ionisation (ESI). The best time of the day and location for collecting the leaves of E. uniflora used as raw materials for producing extracts and the best ethanol concentration for obtaining an extract more abundant in compounds of interest were verified. Several flavonoids and phenolic acids were detected in their deprotonated form in the regions from m/z 200 to 1200. Myricitrin ([C21H20O12-H]-, m/ztheo 463.08820), its chloride adduct ([C21H20O12+Cl]-, m/ztheo 499.06488), other myricitrin derivatives, and some tannins were the main compounds detected. Considering obtaining an extract rich in phenolic compounds, including myricitrin, the best place and time of the day to collect E. uniflora leaves is in the beach region at 1 pm. In contrast, the best ethanol concentration for extract production is 70 wt%. Therefore, extraction at 96 wt% ethanol is better for obtaining an extract more abundant in phenolic acids, although 70 wt% ethanol also extracted these compounds. FTIR-PCA models were used to check for possible similarities in the data according to collection time of the day and location. These models demonstrated an excellent solution for sample screening.
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- Fernanda M G de Oliveira
- LABPETRO (Laboratory of Research and Methodologies Development for Petroleum Analysis), Chemistry Department, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514, Goiabeiras, P. O. Box: 29075-910, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- LABPETRO (Laboratory of Research and Methodologies Development for Petroleum Analysis), Chemistry Department, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514, Goiabeiras, P. O. Box: 29075-910, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- LABPETRO (Laboratory of Research and Methodologies Development for Petroleum Analysis), Chemistry Department, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514, Goiabeiras, P. O. Box: 29075-910, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- LABPETRO (Laboratory of Research and Methodologies Development for Petroleum Analysis), Chemistry Department, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514, Goiabeiras, P. O. Box: 29075-910, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- LABPETRO (Laboratory of Research and Methodologies Development for Petroleum Analysis), Chemistry Department, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514, Goiabeiras, P. O. Box: 29075-910, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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Noguera NH, Noguera DCLH, Machado APDF, Reguengo LM, Nascimento RDPD. Emerging berries from the Brazilian Amazon and Atlantic Forest biomes: new sources of bioactive compounds with potential health benefits. Food Funct 2024; 15:5752-5784. [PMID: 38753200 DOI: 10.1039/d4fo00182f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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Brazil has a broad geographic biodiversity spread across its six different biomes. However, it has been suffering from the abusive exploitation of its resources, which poses a threat to the local fauna and flora. The Amazon and Atlantic Forest, for example, are birthplaces to rare and edible native species, such as bacaba (Oenocarpus bacaba, Arecaceae) and camu-camu (Myrciaria dubia, Myrtaceae), and cereja-do-Rio Grande (Eugenia involucrata, Myrtaceae) and grumixama (Eugenia brasiliensis, Myrtaceae), respectively. These plants produce fruits which are sources of macro and micronutrients, including sugars, dietary fibers, vitamins, minerals, and/or lipids. Nutritionally, their consumption have the ability to reach partially or totally the daily recommendations for adults of some nutrients. More recently, these fruits have also been exposed as interesting sources of minor bioactive compounds, such as carotenoids, terpenes, and/or polyphenols, the latter which include anthocyanins, phenolic acids, and tannins. Particularly, bacaba stands out for being a rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids (around 22%, dry weight) and dietary fibers (6.5-21%, dry weight); camu-camu has very high contents of vitamin C (up to 5000 mg per 100 g of pulp, dry basis); and cereja-do-Rio-Grande and grumixama are abundant sources of anthocyanins. Although they are still underexplored, several in vitro and in vivo studies with different parts of the fruits, including the peel, seed, and pulp, indicate their health potential through anti-oxidative, anti-obesity, antihyperglycemic, antidyslipidemic, antimicrobial, and/or anticancer effects. All things considered, the focus of this research was to highlight the bioactive potential and health impact of native fruits from the Amazon and Atlantic Forest biomes.
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- Nathan Hargreaves Noguera
- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Engenharia e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Engenharia e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Faculdade de Engenharia, 79804-970, Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Ciência de Alimentos e Nutrição, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Ciência de Alimentos e Nutrição, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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de Oliveira Raphaelli C, Guerra D, dos Santos Pereira E, da Rocha Vinholes J, Camargo TM, Schwarz SF, da Silva MAS, Vizzotto M, da Rosa Zavareze E, Nora L. Fruits, seeds and leaves of guabijuzeiro ( Myrcianthes pungens (O. Berg) D. Legrand): characteristics, uses and health benefits. JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2024; 61:1035-1052. [PMID: 38562604 PMCID: PMC10981653 DOI: 10.1007/s13197-023-05822-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Revised: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 08/20/2023] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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Native fruit trees have potential for use in the food and pharmaceutical industries, which is widely used in folk medicine. Guabiju, known as guabijuzeiro (Myrcianthes pungens (O. Berg) D. Legrand) is a perennial tree that belongs to the family Myrtaceae, occurring in Brazil from São Paulo to Rio Grande do Sul, and other countries like Uruguay, Bolivia, Paraguay and Argentina. This species demonstrates great commercial potential regarding the consumption of its fresh fruit or industrialized. Due to its importance is necessary to develop studies aimed at characterization (phenotypic, propagative, reproductive, chemical and nutritional), uses and applications. However, the available information has never been systematized and in this sense the objective of this review is to compile information about the species to guide further research. Regarding morphology, the guabijuzeiro is a semi-deciduous tree species, with propagation is carried out mainly through seeds and vegetative. Regarding reproductive aspects, there is a lack of studies that assess the mode of reproduction. The fruit can be consumed fresh or processed as ice cream, juice, freeze-dried or dehydrated. It is sweet and slightly acidic, low in calories, high in carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, calcium and potassium. Both the fruit, the seed and the leaves have high levels of bioactive compounds and high antioxidant capacity. The fruit pulp stands out for its carotenoids and phenolic compounds and the peel is rich in anthocyanins, especially in the mature phase, in addition to terpenoids. M. pungens has antimicrobial effects, gastroprotective activity and is promising in the prevention of neurodegenerative diseases and against the side effects of cisplatin, an anticancer agent. Finally, there is a need for further studies with this species, mainly in the characterization of the leaves, uses and applications of the fruit.
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- Chirle de Oliveira Raphaelli
- Departamento de Ciência E Tecnologia Agroindustrial, Faculdade de Agronomia Eliseu Maciel, Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Avenida Eliseu Maciel, S/N, Capão Do Leão, RS 96160-000 Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual Do Rio Grande Do Sul, Unidade Três Passos, Três Passos, RS Brasil
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- Departamento de Ciência E Tecnologia Agroindustrial, Faculdade de Agronomia Eliseu Maciel, Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Avenida Eliseu Maciel, S/N, Capão Do Leão, RS 96160-000 Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciência E Tecnologia Agroindustrial, Faculdade de Agronomia Eliseu Maciel, Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Avenida Eliseu Maciel, S/N, Capão Do Leão, RS 96160-000 Brazil
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- Departamento de Horticultura E Silvicultura, Faculdade de Agronomia, Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS Brazil
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- Departamento de Horticultura E Silvicultura, Faculdade de Agronomia, Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciência E Tecnologia Agroindustrial, Faculdade de Agronomia Eliseu Maciel, Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Avenida Eliseu Maciel, S/N, Capão Do Leão, RS 96160-000 Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciência E Tecnologia Agroindustrial, Faculdade de Agronomia Eliseu Maciel, Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Avenida Eliseu Maciel, S/N, Capão Do Leão, RS 96160-000 Brazil
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Borges PP, Benvenutti L, Lana Schneider A, Franke Echterhoff MR, Gonçalves Lopes B, Siebert DA, Micke GA, Vitali L, Alberton MD, Quintão NLM, Santin JR, Daufenback Machado I. Effects of Myrcia pubipetala Miq (Myrtaceae) extract on innate inflammatory response. Nat Prod Res 2024; 38:1771-1775. [PMID: 37221813 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2023.2215904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Myrcia is a genus widespread in South America with many species presenting anti-inflammatory and biological properties. We investigated the anti-inflammatory activity of crude hydroalcoholic extract of Myrcia pubipetala leaves (CHE-MP) using macrophages (RAW 264.7), and the air pouch model in mice to evaluate leukocyte migration and mediator's release. Adhesion molecule expression, CD49 and CD18, was evaluated in neutrophils. In vitro, the CHE-MP significantly reduced nitric oxide (NO), interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-6, and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) levels in the exudate and the supernatant culture. CHE-MP did not present cytotoxicity and modulated the percentage of positive neutrophils for CD18 and its expression per cell, without modifying the expression of CD49, which corroborated with significantly reduced neutrophil migration to inflammatory exudate and subcutaneous tissue. Taken together, the data demonstrate that CHE-MP presents a potential activity on innate inflammatory.
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- Pâmela Pacassa Borges
- Postgraduate Program in Biodiversity, Fundação Universidade Regional de Blumenau, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Science, Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Itajaí, SC, Brazil
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- Pharmacy Course, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fundação Universidade Regional de Blumenau, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Fundação Universidade Regional de Blumenau, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biodiversity, Fundação Universidade Regional de Blumenau, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Fundação Universidade Regional de Blumenau, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Science, Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Itajaí, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Science, Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Itajaí, SC, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Biodiversity, Fundação Universidade Regional de Blumenau, Blumenau, SC, Brazil
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Veras BOD, Felix RF, Moura GMDM, Navarro DMDAF, Aguiar JCRDOFD, Wanderley AG, Silva MVD, Correia MTDS. Essential oil of Eugenia stictopetala Mart. ex DC. has antioxidant, antibacterial, and gastrointestinal protective effect. Nat Prod Res 2024:1-5. [PMID: 38635349 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2024.2342556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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This work aimed to investigate the chemical composition, antioxidant capacity, antibacterial activity, and intestinal and gastric protective effects, in addition to the acute toxicity of the essential oil of E. stictopetala (EOEs). (E)-caryophyllene (18.01%), β-pinene (8.84%), and (E)-nerolidol (8.24%), were the components found in higher content in the essential oil. The EOEs showed antioxidant capacity with IC50 values ranging from 220.28 to 283.67 μg/mL, in addition to presenting antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli, Enterobacter aerogenes, Vibrio cholerae, Salmonella enterica, and Listeria monocytogenes. The essential oil showed a gastroprotective effect, with a reduction in the levels of TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6, having multiple pharmacological mechanisms of action. An antidiarrheal effect of EOEs was observed in the castor oil-induced diarrheal model, with reduced intestinal motility. Our findings demonstrate that essential oil can be beneficial in pharmaceutical and therapeutic applications for treating gastrointestinal diseases.
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- Bruno Oliveira de Veras
- Post-graduation in Biotechnology - RENORBIO, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Post-graduation in Biological Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory Chemistry and Function of Bioactive Proteins, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Environmental, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of São Paulo, Diadema, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Laboratory of Natural Products, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Bonin AMF, Ávila S, Etgeton SAP, de Lima JJ, Dos Santos MP, Grassi MT, Krüger CCH. Ripening stage impacts nutritional components, antiglycemic potential, digestibility and antioxidant properties of grumixama (Eugenia brasiliensis Lam.) fruit. Food Res Int 2024; 178:113956. [PMID: 38309876 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2024.113956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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This study aimed to determine the nutritional components (macronutrients ans minerals) and α-amylase inhibition capacity of freeze-dried grumixama (Eugenia brasiliensis Lam) seeds (S) and pulp/peel (P) portions, at ripe and mid-ripe stages. In vitro digestion was also performed on S and P from grumixama to assess the bioaccessibility of total phenolic compound (TPC), flavonoids (TFC), and anthocyanins (TAC), as well as to examine their impact on antioxidant activity (DPPH, ABTS, FRAP). The ripening process impacts the bioactive compounds and individual phenolics of S and P portions. The ripe S was source of myricetin and exhibited higher antioxidant activity, while mid-ripe S was high in flavonoids and cinnamic acid with higher antiglycemic potential. Ripe P showed higher soluble fiber, carbohydrate, TAC, and caffeic acid content, whereas mid-ripe P had increased mineral content (calcium, potassium, manganese), catechin, and TPC. After in vitro digestion, the P portion showed a bioaccessibility of total phenolic content (TPC) and total flavonoid content (TFC) exceeding 40% at intestinal phase. In contrast, the S portions had better release of TPC and TFC and antioxidant activity at gastric phase. Considering the outstanding nutritional and biological properties of grumixama fruit, freeze-dried S and P portions from both ripening stages possess could be explored as valuable sources of nutrients and antioxidant compounds.
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- Anna Maria Forcelini Bonin
- Postgraduate Program in Food and Nutrition, Health Science Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Campus III, 80210-170 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Food and Nutrition, Health Science Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Campus III, 80210-170 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Food and Nutrition, Health Science Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Campus III, 80210-170 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Food and Nutrition, Nutrition Department, Health Science Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Campus III, 80210-170 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Federal University of Paraná, Polytechnic Center, 81531-980 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Chemistry Department, Federal University of Paraná, Polytechnic Center, 81530-000 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Food and Nutrition, Nutrition Department, Health Science Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Campus III, 80210-170 Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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Rodrigues GAG, Mauve C, Gakiere B, Bailly C, Steiner N. The metabolic profiles of Eugenia astringens and E. uniflora (Myrtaceae) sensitive seeds affect desiccation. PHYSIOLOGIA PLANTARUM 2024; 176:e14220. [PMID: 38356368 DOI: 10.1111/ppl.14220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Myrtaceae species are abundant in tropical Atlantic rainforests, but 41% of the 5500 species of this family are of extreme conservation concern. Eugenia astringens and E. uniflora are native Brazilian Myrtaceae species that occur in the same habitats and produce desiccation-sensitive (DS) seeds. We hypothesized that their seed desiccation-sensitivity degree is associated with specific metabolic signatures. To test it, we analyzed the germination and metabolic profiles of fresh and desiccated seeds. The water content (WC) at which at least half of the seeds survived desiccation was lower in E. astringens (0.17 g H2 O g-1 DW) than in E. uniflora (0.41 g H2 O g-1 DW). We identified 103 annotated metabolites from 3261 peaks in both species, which differed in their relative contents between E. astringens and E. uniflora seeds. The main differences in seed metabolic profiles include several protective molecules in the group of carbohydrates and organic acids and amino acid contents. The relative contents of monosaccharides and disaccharides, malic and quinic acids, amino acids and saturated fatty acids may have taken part in the distinct DS behaviour of E. astringens and E. uniflora seeds. Our study provides evidence of the relationship between desiccation sensitivity, seed viability and metabolic profile of tropical seeds by comparing two closely related Eugenia species with different DS degrees.
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- Institute of Plant Sciences Paris-Saclay (IPS2), UMR 9213/UMR1403, CNRS, INRA, Université d'Evry, Université Paris-Diderot, Université Paris-Sud, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Saclay Plant Sciences, Orsay, France
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- Institute of Plant Sciences Paris-Saclay (IPS2), UMR 9213/UMR1403, CNRS, INRA, Université d'Evry, Université Paris-Diderot, Université Paris-Sud, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Saclay Plant Sciences, Orsay, France
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- Laboratoire de Biologie du Développement, Sorbonne Université, CNRS, Paris, France
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- Plant Physiology Lab, Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis, Brazil
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de Jesus ENS, Tavares MS, Barros PAC, Miller DC, da Silva PIC, Freitas JJS, de Lima AB, Setzer WN, da Silva JKR, Figueiredo PLB. Chemical composition, antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory activities of the curzerene type essential oil of Eugenia uniflora from Brazil. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 317:116859. [PMID: 37390874 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2023] [Revised: 06/24/2023] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE The Eugenia uniflora leaf infusion is widely used in folk medicine to treat gastroenteritis, fever, hypertension, inflammatory and diuretic diseases. AIM OF THE STUDY This work evaluated the acute oral toxic, antinociceptive, and anti-inflammatory activities of the curzerene chemotype of Eugenia uniflora essential oil (EuEO). MATERIAL AND METHODS EuEO was obtained by hydrodistillation and analyzed by GC and GC-MS. The antinociceptive action in mice was evaluated for the peripheral and central analgesic activity using abdominal contortion and hot plate tests (50, 100, and 200 mg/kg); xylene-induced ear swelling was carried out for the nociception test, and carrageenan-induced cell migration test. Spontaneous locomotor activity was assessed in the open field test to rule out any nonspecific sedative or muscle relaxant effects of EuEO. RESULTS The EuEO displayed a yield of 2.6 ± 0.7%. The major compounds classes were oxygenated sesquiterpenoids (57.3 ± 0.2%), followed by sesquiterpene hydrocarbons (16.4 ± 2.6). The chemical constituents with the highest concentrations were curzerene (33.4 ± 8.5%), caryophyllene oxide (7.6 ± 2.8%), β-elemene (6.5 ± 1.8%), and E-caryophyllene (4.1 ± 0.3%). Oral treatment with EuEO, at doses of 50, 300, and 2000 mg/kg, did not change the behavior patterns or mortality of the animals. EuEO (300 mg/kg) did not cause a reduction in the number of crossings in the open field compared to the vehicle group. The aspartate aminotransferase (AST) level was higher in EuEO-treated groups (50 and 2000 mg/kg) when compared to the control group (p < 0.05). EuEO, at doses of 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg, reduced the number of abdominal writhings by 61.66%, 38.33%, and 33.33%. EuEO did not show increased hot plate test time latency in any of the intervals analyzed. At 200 mg/kg, EuEO decreased paw licking time, with inhibition of 63.43%. In formalin-induced acute pain, EuEO decreased paw licking time at doses of 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg in the first phase, with inhibition of 30.54%, 55.02%, and 80.87%. The groups treated with EuEO at doses of 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg showed ear edema reduction of 50.26%, 55.17%, and 51.31%, respectively. Moreover, EuEO inhibited leukocyte recruitment only at a dose of 200 mg/kg. The inhibitory values of leukocyte recruitment after 4 h of carrageenan application were 4.86%, 4.93%, and 47.25% for 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg of essential oil, respectively. CONCLUSION The EuEO, curzerene chemotype, has significant antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory activities and low acute oral toxicity. This work confirms the antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory of this species as the traditional use.
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- Ellen Nayara Silva de Jesus
- Laboratório de Química dos Produtos Naturais, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil; Laboratório de Morfofisiologia Aplicada a Saúde, Departamento de Morfologia e Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Morfofisiologia Aplicada a Saúde, Departamento de Morfologia e Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Morfofisiologia Aplicada a Saúde, Departamento de Morfologia e Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Morfofisiologia Aplicada a Saúde, Departamento de Morfologia e Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil; Programa de Pós- Graduação em Química Medicinal e Modelagem Molecular, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, 66075-110, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Morfofisiologia Aplicada a Saúde, Departamento de Morfologia e Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Farmacologia e Bioquímica, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Universidade Federal do Pará, 66075-110, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Morfofisiologia Aplicada a Saúde, Departamento de Morfologia e Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Morfofisiologia Aplicada a Saúde, Departamento de Morfologia e Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil.
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- Aromatic Plant Research Center, 230 N 1200 E, Suite 100, Lehi, UT, 84043, USA.
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Farmacologia e Bioquímica, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Universidade Federal do Pará, 66075-110, Brazil; Aromatic Plant Research Center, 230 N 1200 E, Suite 100, Lehi, UT, 84043, USA.
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- Laboratório de Química dos Produtos Naturais, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, 66087-662, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Instituto de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Pará, 66075-110, Brazil.
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Dos Santos ECF, Andrade de Lima JM, Barbosa Machado JC, Assunção Ferreira MR, Lira Soares LA. Validation of stability-indicating LC method, degradation study, and impact on antioxidant and antifungal activities of Eugenia uniflora leaves extract. Biomed Chromatogr 2023; 37:e5723. [PMID: 37581307 DOI: 10.1002/bmc.5723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 07/28/2023] [Indexed: 08/16/2023]
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The aim of this study is to demonstrate the stability-indicating capacity of an analytical method for Eugenia uniflora, enhance understanding of the stability of myricitrin, and assess the effect of degradation of spray-dried extract (SDE) on antioxidant and antifungal activities. Validation of the stability-indicating method was carried out through a forced degradation study of SDE and standard myricitrin. The antioxidant and antifungal activities of SDE were evaluated both before and after degradation. The quantification method described was found to be both accurate and precise in measuring myricitrin levels in SDE from E. uniflora, with excellent selectivity that confirmed its stability-indicating capability. The forced degradation study revealed that the marker myricitrin is sensitive to hydrolysis, but generally stable under other stress conditions. By contrast, the standard myricitrin displayed greater susceptibility to degradation under forced degradation conditions. Analysis of the antioxidant activity of SDE before and after degradation showed a negative impact in this activity due to degradation, while no significant effect was observed on antifungal activity. The method described can be a valuable tool in the quality control of E. uniflora, and the findings can assist in determining the optimal conditions and storage of products derived from this species.
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- Ewelyn Cintya Felipe Dos Santos
- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
- Post-Graduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
- Post-Graduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
- Post-Graduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Sánchez-Capa M, Corell González M, Mestanza-Ramón C. Edible Fruits from the Ecuadorian Amazon: Ethnobotany, Physicochemical Characteristics, and Bioactive Components. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 12:3635. [PMID: 37896098 PMCID: PMC10610027 DOI: 10.3390/plants12203635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023]
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In the Ecuadorian Amazon region, there are various types of edible fruits that have distinct qualities and benefits. Understanding the uses, properties, and functions of these fruits is important for researching products that are only available in local markets. This review aims to gather and summarize the existing scientific literature on the ethnobotany, physicochemical composition, and bioactive compounds of these native fruits to highlight the potential of the region's underutilized biodiversity. A systematic review was carried out following the PRISMA methodology, utilizing databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, Pubmed, Redalyc, and SciELO up to August 2023. The research identified 55 edible fruits from the Ecuadorian Amazon and reported their ethnobotanical information. The most common uses were fresh fruit consumption, preparation of typical food, and medicine. Additionally, nine native edible fruits were described for their physicochemical characteristics and bioactive components: Aphandra natalia (Balslev and Henderson) Barfod; Eugenia stipitate McVaugh; Gustavia macarenensis Philipson; Mauritia flexuosa L.f; Myrciaria dubia (Kunth) McVaugh; Oenocarpus bataua Mart; Plukenetia volubilis L.; Pouteria caimito (Ruiz and Pav.) Radlk.; and Solanum quitoense Lam. The analyzed Amazonian fruits contained bioactive compounds such as total polyphenols, flavonoids, carotenoids, and anthocyanins. This information highlights their potential as functional foods and the need for further research on underutilized crops.
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- Maritza Sánchez-Capa
- Departamento de Agronomía, Universidad de Sevilla, ETSIA Crta. de Utrera Km 1, 41013 Seville, Spain;
- Research Group YASUNI-SDC, Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo, Sede Orellana, El Coca 220001, Ecuador
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- Departamento de Agronomía, Universidad de Sevilla, ETSIA Crta. de Utrera Km 1, 41013 Seville, Spain;
- CSIC Associate Unit, “Uso Sostenible del Suelo & Agua en Agricultura”, Universidad de Sevilla IRNAS, 41013 Seville, Spain
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- Research Group YASUNI-SDC, Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo, Sede Orellana, El Coca 220001, Ecuador
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Dantas AM, Fernandes FG, Magnani M, da Silva Campelo Borges G. Gastrointestinal digestion assays for evaluating the bioaccessibility of phenolic compounds in fruits and their derivates: an overview. Food Res Int 2023; 170:112920. [PMID: 37316040 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.112920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2022] [Revised: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Fruits and their derivatives are sources of phenolic compounds, which contribute to the maintenance of health benefits. In order to exert such properties, these compounds must be exposed to gastrointestinal conditions during digestion. In vitro methods of gastrointestinal digestion have been developed to simulate and evaluate the changes that compounds undergo after being exposed to various conditions. We present, in this review, the major in vitro methods for evaluating the effects of gastrointestinal digestion of phenolic compounds in fruits and their derivatives. We discuss the concept of bioaccessibility, bioactivity, and bioavailability, as well as the conceptual differences and calculations among studies. Finally, the main changes caused by in vitro gastrointestinal digestion in phenolic compounds are also discussed. The significant variation of parameters and concepts observed hinders a better evaluation of the real effects on the antioxidant activity of phenolic compounds, thus, the use of standardized methods in research would contribute for a better understanding of these changes.
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- Aline Macedo Dantas
- Department of Food Technology, Federal University of Paraiba, João Pessoa, PB, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbial Processes in Foods, Department of Food Engineering, Center of Technology, Federal University of Paraíba, Campus I, 58051-900 João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil
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- Department of Food Technology, Federal University of Paraiba, João Pessoa, PB, Brazil; Center of Chemistry, Pharmaceutical and Foods Sciences, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
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Kraus SI, Ferreira JB, Ribeiro JA, Bonorino KC, Wippel VA, Alberton MD, Salgueiro ACF, Soares CHL, da Silva MD. Toxicological and pharmacological effects of Eugenia brasiliensis Lam. (Myrtaceae) leaves in mice. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 309:116309. [PMID: 36841377 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2022] [Revised: 02/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Eugenia brasiliensis Lam., popularly known as "grumixama" or "Brazilian cherry", is widely used in folk medicine with astringent, diuretic, energizing, anti-rheumatic, and anti-inflammatory properties. AIM OF THE STUDY Despite its traditional use, detailed toxicological studies of Eugenia brasiliensis are few. Thus, in the current study, we evaluate the toxicological effects of hydroalcoholic extract of Eugenia brasiliensis (HEEb) and its antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory activity. MATERIALS AND METHODS We used male, and female Swiss mice. Acute toxicity study was performed following the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) guideline 425, and subacute toxicity was assessed following OECD guideline 407. We observed behavioral responses, in addition to hematological, biochemical, and histological evaluations. The antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory activity of HEEb were assessed using the Carrageenan-induced mechanical allodynia and paw edema model. Mechanical allodynia, levels of inflammatory cytokines, and oxidative damage were evaluated. RESULTS The treatment with HEEb was not able to generate important toxicological alterations. Moreover, doses of 100 and 300 mg/kg of HEEb were able to reduce mechanical allodynia, paw edema, and inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6), decrease malondialdehyde and increase superoxide dismutase enzyme activity in the paw. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrated that HEEb does not present important toxic effects. Additionally, an important antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant potential were observed.
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- Scheila Iria Kraus
- Laboratory of Neurobiology of Pain and Inflammation, Department of Physiological Sciences, Center for Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, University Campus, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil; Program of Post-Graduation in Neurosciences, Center of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Neurobiology of Pain and Inflammation, Department of Physiological Sciences, Center for Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, University Campus, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Neurobiology of Pain and Inflammation, Department of Physiological Sciences, Center for Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, University Campus, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Neurobiology of Pain and Inflammation, Department of Physiological Sciences, Center for Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, University Campus, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Neurobiology of Pain and Inflammation, Department of Physiological Sciences, Center for Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, University Campus, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Campus III, Regional University of Blumenau- Rua São Paulo 2171, Itoupava Seca, 89030-003, Brazil.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Center of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Neurobiology of Pain and Inflammation, Department of Physiological Sciences, Center for Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, University Campus, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil; Program of Post-Graduation in Neurosciences, Center of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Trindade, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil.
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Albuquerque BR, Finimundy TC, Pinela J, Pires TCSP, Mandim F, Vaz J, Corrêa RCG, Oliveira MBPP, Barros L. Brazilian berry waste as a source of bioactive compounds: grumixama ( Eugenia brasiliensis Lam.) as a case study. Food Funct 2023; 14:3994-4005. [PMID: 37051824 DOI: 10.1039/d2fo04107c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/14/2023]
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Grumixama, Eugenia brasiliensis Lam., is a Brazilian berry little explored commercially and scientifically. However, local small producers market this fruit in the form of frozen pulp, which generates bioresidues, composed of seeds and peels. With the view to propose strategies for valuing grumixama, this study aimed to determine the chemical composition and assess the bioactivities of the hydroethanolic extracts of the whole residue (GR), seed (GS) and peel (GP) fractions of E. brasiliensis. From the results, GP had the highest concentration of organic acids (oxalic, malic, ascorbic and citric acids), total tocopherols, condensed tannins, anthocyanins, and other flavonoids. On the other hand, GS showed the highest content of monounsaturated fatty acids and hydrolysable tannins, whereas GR displayed a mixture of compounds detected in each of its parts. Regarding the bioactivities, low extract concentrations were required in two in vitro antioxidant assays, namely TBARS (EC50 = 0.90-1.34 μg mL-1) and OxHLIA (IC50 = 21-65 μg mL-1). Furthermore, GP had the highest inhibition activity of cellular oxidation in the CAA assay (80 ± 0.6%), while GS showed the highest anti-inflammatory activity via nitric oxide production inhibition (EC50 = 98.0 ± 0.5 μg mL-1). All samples induced cell growth inhibition of the tested tumor cells (GI50 = 14.7-186 μg mL-1) besides antibacterial and antifungal effects at low concentrations, but all samples were harmful to normal cells at moderate concentrations (GI50 = 145-268 μg mL-1). Therefore, E. brasiliensis residue could be a good source of bioactive compounds to be used in several areas. However, additional studies are needed to confirm its safety as well as to unravel the mechanisms behind its biological activities.
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- Bianca R Albuquerque
- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal.
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, Jorge Viterbo Ferreira Street, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal.
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal.
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal.
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
- Nutrition and Bromatology Group, Department of Analytical Chemistry and Food Science, Faculty of Science, Universidade de Vigo, E32004 Ourense, Spain
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- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal.
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal.
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal.
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Tecnologias Limpas, Instituto Cesumar de Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação - ICETI, Universidade Cesumar - UNICESUMAR, 87050-390, Maringá, Paraná, Brasil
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- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, Jorge Viterbo Ferreira Street, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal.
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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García-Chacón J, Marín-Loaiza JC, Osorio C. Camu Camu ( Myrciaria dubia (Kunth) McVaugh): An Amazonian Fruit with Biofunctional Properties-A Review. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:5169-5183. [PMID: 36816657 PMCID: PMC9933082 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c07245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2022] [Accepted: 01/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Amazonian Camu camu fruit (Myrciaria dubia (Kunth) McVaugh) has been called a "superfruit" due to its high levels of bioactive and antioxidant compounds such as polyphenols, carotenoids, and vitamin C. The biofunctional properties of camu camu fruit (including pulp, peel, and seeds) have been well established through several in vitro and in vivo studies. Several reports confirmed the nutritious and biofunctional value of camu camu extracts or its food-derived products, exhibiting antioxidant, antihyperglycemic, antihypertensive, and antiobesity activity, contributing to quality life improvement. Other studies showed antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative, antihepatotoxic, antihemolytic, antimutagenic, and cell rejuvenation bioactivities. This Review summarizes the bioactive profile of camu camu fruit through the understanding of some physiological modulation processes and its contribution to the Amazon bioeconomy under the development of biofunctional food ingredients exhibiting health benefits.
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- Departamento
de Química, Universidad Nacional
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Saber FR, Munekata PES, Rizwan K, El-Nashar HAS, Fahmy NM, Aly SH, El-Shazly M, Bouyahya A, Lorenzo JM. Family Myrtaceae: The treasure hidden in the complex/diverse composition. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2023; 64:6737-6755. [PMID: 36748791 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2023.2173720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Myrtaceae is one of the most important plants families, being regarded as the eighth largest flowering plant family. It includes many genera of utmost ecological and economical importance distributed all over the world. This review aimed to report the latest studies on this family focusing on certain widely used plants including Eucalyptus sp., Eugenia sp. (Eugenia uniflora, Eugenia sulcata), Syzygium sp. (Syzygium aromaticum and Syzygium cumini), Psidium sp., Pimenta dioica, Myrtus sp. (Myrtus communis), Myrciaria sp. and Melaleuca alternifolia. The extraction of bioactive compounds has been evolving through the optimization of conventional methods and the use of emerging technologies. Supercritical CO2 was applied for essential oils and ultrasound for polyphenols leading to extracts and essential oils rich in bioactive compounds. Advances in the field of encapsulation and delivery systems showed promising results in the production of stable essential oils nanoemulsions and liposomes and the production of plant extracts in the form of nanoparticles. Moreover, a significant increase in the number of patents was noticed especially the application of Myrtaceae extracts in the pharrmacuetucal field. The applications of ceratin plants (Pimenta dioica, Melaleuca alternifolia, Syzygium aromaticum essential oils or Myrciaria cauliflora peel extract) in food area (either as a free or encapsulated form) also showed interesting results in limiting microbial spoilage of fresh meat and fish, slowing oxidative degradation in meat products, and inhibiting aflatoxin production in maize. Despite the massive literature on Myrtaceae plants, advances are still necessary to optimize the extraction with environmentally friendly technologies and carry out risk assessment studies should be accomplished to harness the full potential in food, industrial and pharmaceutical applications.
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- Fatema R Saber
- Pharmacognosy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Avd. Galicia No. 4, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, San Cibrao das Viñas, 32900 Ourense, Spain
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Sahiwal, Sahiwal, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Badr University in Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Human Pathologies Biology, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Avd. Galicia No. 4, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, San Cibrao das Viñas, 32900 Ourense, Spain
- Área de Tecnología de los Alimentos, Facultad de Ciencias de Ourense, Universidade de Vigo, Ourense, Spain
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Antonelo FA, Rodrigues Soares M, Cruz LC, Pagnoncelli MG, Alves da Cunha MA, Bonatto SJR, Busso C, Júnior AW, Montanher PF. Bioactive compounds derived from Brazilian Myrtaceae species: Chemical composition and antioxidant, antimicrobial and cytotoxic activities. BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2023.102629] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Stability Kinetics of Anthocyanins of Grumixama Berries ( Eugenia brasiliensis Lam.) during Thermal and Light Treatments. Foods 2023; 12:foods12030565. [PMID: 36766098 PMCID: PMC9914202 DOI: 10.3390/foods12030565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 01/15/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Grumixama (Eugenia brasiliensis Lam.) are red-colored fruits due to the presence of anthocyanins. In this paper, anthocyanin-rich extracts from grumixama were submitted to different temperatures and light irradiations, with the aim of investigating their stabilities. The thermal stability data indicated that a temperature range from 60 to 80 °C was critical to the stability of the anthocyanins of the grumixama extracts, with a temperature quotient value (Q10) of 2.8 and activation energy (Ea) of 52.7 kJ/mol. The anthocyanin-rich extracts of grumixama fruits showed the highest stability during exposure to incandescent irradiation (50 W), followed by fluorescent radiation (10 W). The t1/2 and k were 59.6 h and 0.012 h-1 for incandescent light, and 45.6 h and 0.015 h-1 for fluorescent light. In turn, UV irradiation (25 W) quickly degraded the anthocyanins (t1/2 = 0.18 h and k = 3.74 h-1). Therefore, grumixama fruits, and their derived products, should be handled carefully to avoid high temperature (>50 °C) and UV light exposure in order to protect the anthocyanins from degradation. Furthermore, grumixama fruits showed high contents of anthocyanins that can be explored as natural dyes; for example, by food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. In addition, the results of this study may contribute to the setting of processing conditions and storage conditions for grumixama-derived fruit products.
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Anjos da Silva L, Santos da Silva R, Rodrigues de Oliveira M, Guimarães AC, Takeara R. Chemical composition and biological activities of essential oils from Myrtaceae species growing in Amazon: an updated review. JOURNAL OF ESSENTIAL OIL RESEARCH 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/10412905.2023.2167880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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- Laenir Anjos da Silva
- Instituto de Ciências Exatas e Tecnologia, Universidade Federal do Amazonas, Itacoatiara, Brazil
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- Instituto de Ciências Exatas e Tecnologia, Universidade Federal do Amazonas, Itacoatiara, Brazil
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- Instituto de Ciências Exatas e Tecnologia, Universidade Federal do Amazonas, Itacoatiara, Brazil
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Balcázar-Zumaeta CR, Castro-Alayo EM, Medina-Mendoza M, Muñoz-Astecker LD, Torrejón-Valqui L, Rodriguez-Perez RJ, Rojas-Ocampo E, Cayo-Colca IS. Physical and Chemical Properties of 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate Mixed with Freeze-Dried Arazá ( Eugenia stipitata) Pulp. Prev Nutr Food Sci 2022; 27:474-482. [PMID: 36721755 PMCID: PMC9843710 DOI: 10.3746/pnf.2022.27.4.474] [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: 07/12/2022] [Revised: 09/01/2022] [Accepted: 10/01/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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This work aimed to determine the chemical and physical properties of 70% dark cocoa chocolate, including freeze-dried Arazá (Eugenia stipitata) pulp (FDAP). We studied chocolates incorporating three FDAP concentrations (1.0, 1.5, and 2.0%). No statistical differences were found in total polyphenol content, antioxidant capacity, and total catechin and epicatechin content. The dark chocolates' moisture and texture were unaffected by the FDAP. The Casson yield stress increased to 19.67±1.35 Pa, while the Casson plastic viscosity reduced to 1.68±0.03 Pa·s, Also, the particle size increased. The dark chocolates' flow behavior corresponded to a non-Newtonian fluid. Finally, the dark chocolate's properties were unaffected by a 2% FDAP concentration.
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- César R. Balcázar-Zumaeta
- Instituto de Investigación, Innovación y Desarrollo para el Sector Agrario y Agroindustrial de la Región Amazonas (IIDAA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Agrarias, Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza de Amazonas, Chachapoyas, Amazonas 01001, Perú,
Correspondence to César R. Balcázar-Zumaeta, E-mail:
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- Instituto de Investigación, Innovación y Desarrollo para el Sector Agrario y Agroindustrial de la Región Amazonas (IIDAA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Agrarias, Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza de Amazonas, Chachapoyas, Amazonas 01001, Perú
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- Instituto de Investigación, Innovación y Desarrollo para el Sector Agrario y Agroindustrial de la Región Amazonas (IIDAA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Agrarias, Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza de Amazonas, Chachapoyas, Amazonas 01001, Perú
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- Instituto de Investigación, Innovación y Desarrollo para el Sector Agrario y Agroindustrial de la Región Amazonas (IIDAA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Agrarias, Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza de Amazonas, Chachapoyas, Amazonas 01001, Perú
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- Instituto de Investigación, Innovación y Desarrollo para el Sector Agrario y Agroindustrial de la Región Amazonas (IIDAA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Agrarias, Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza de Amazonas, Chachapoyas, Amazonas 01001, Perú
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- Instituto de Investigación, Innovación y Desarrollo para el Sector Agrario y Agroindustrial de la Región Amazonas (IIDAA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Agrarias, Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza de Amazonas, Chachapoyas, Amazonas 01001, Perú
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- Instituto de Investigación, Innovación y Desarrollo para el Sector Agrario y Agroindustrial de la Región Amazonas (IIDAA), Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Agrarias, Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza de Amazonas, Chachapoyas, Amazonas 01001, Perú
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- Facultad de Ingeniería Zootecnista, Agronegocios y Biotecnología, Universidad Nacional Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza de Amazonas, Chachapoyas, Amazonas 01001, Perú
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Perigo CV, Haber LL, Facanali R, Vieira MAR, Torres RB, Bernacci LC, Guimarães EF, Baitello JB, Sobral MEG, Quecini V, Marques MOM. Essential Oils of Aromatic Plant Species from the Atlantic Rainforest Exhibit Extensive Chemical Diversity and Antimicrobial Activity. Antibiotics (Basel) 2022; 11:antibiotics11121844. [PMID: 36551501 PMCID: PMC9774909 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics11121844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Revised: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Microbial resistance, caused by the overuse or inadequate application of antibiotics, is a worldwide crisis, increasing the risk of treatment failure and healthcare costs. Plant essential oils (EOs) consist of hydrophobic metabolites with antimicrobial activity. The antimicrobial potential of the chemical diversity of plants from the Atlantic Rainforest remains scarcely characterized. In the current work, we determined the metabolite profile of the EOs from aromatic plants from nine locations and accessed their antimicrobial and biocidal activity by agar diffusion assays, minimum inhibitory concentration, time-kill and cell-component leakage assays. The pharmacokinetic properties of the EO compounds were investigated by in silico tools. More than a hundred metabolites were identified, mainly consisting of sesqui and monoterpenes. Individual plants and botanical families exhibited extensive chemical variations in their EO composition. Probabilistic models demonstrated that qualitative and quantitative differences contribute to chemical diversity, depending on the botanical family. The EOs exhibited antimicrobial biocidal activity against pathogenic bacteria, fungi and multiple predicted pharmacological targets. Our results demonstrate the antimicrobial potential of EOs from rainforest plants, indicate novel macromolecular targets, and contribute to highlighting the chemical diversity of native species.
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- Vegetables Research Center, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation, Brasília 70351-970, Brazil
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- Instituto de Pesquisas Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro 22460-030, Brazil
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- Instituto Florestal do Estado de São Paulo, São Paulo 02377-000, Brazil
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- Natural Sciences Department, Campus Dom Bosco, Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei, São João del Reio 36301-160, Brazil
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- Grape and Wine Research Center, Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation, Bento Gonçalves 95701-008, Brazil
- Correspondence: (V.Q.); (M.O.M.M.); Tel.: +55-(54)-3455-8000 (V.Q.); +55-(19)-3202-1700 (M.O.M.M.)
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- Instituto Agronômico, Campinas 13075-630, Brazil
- Correspondence: (V.Q.); (M.O.M.M.); Tel.: +55-(54)-3455-8000 (V.Q.); +55-(19)-3202-1700 (M.O.M.M.)
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Safety Investigations of Two Formulations for Vaginal Use Obtained from Eugenia uniflora L. Leaves in Female Rats. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 15:ph15121567. [PMID: 36559017 PMCID: PMC9781119 DOI: 10.3390/ph15121567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2022] [Revised: 12/09/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Medicinal plants have great prominence in research into the development of new medicines. Eugenia uniflora L. (Myrtaceae) is an edible and medicinal plant with economic value in the northeast region of Brazil. Several preparations from E. uniflora leaves and its fruits are employed as a source of nutrients and bioactive compounds. In this study we evaluated the preclinical toxicology of crude extract and vaginal gel obtained from the leaves of E. uniflora (5%, 10%, and 15%) aiming to provide safety for its use in the treatment of vulvovaginitis. Both formulations were applied to the vaginal cavity for 14 days. Detailed observations of the vaginal region, including pruritus, swelling, irritation, burning, pain, and vaginal secretion, as well as the estrous cycle were evaluated. On the fifth day, blood samples were obtained from the supraorbital plexus for biochemical and hematological analyses. The animals were subsequently euthanized. All animals underwent necropsy and macroscopic examination of the vaginal mucosa and reproductive system. A histological examination was also performed. No clinically significant changes were detected during the entire experimental period. All biochemical, hematological, or histopathological parameters were within the normal range for the species. The data obtained allow us to suggest that the E. uniflora vaginal formulations are safe in this experimental model.
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Morais RA, Teixeira GL, Ferreira SRS, Cifuentes A, Block JM. Nutritional Composition and Bioactive Compounds of Native Brazilian Fruits of the Arecaceae Family and Its Potential Applications for Health Promotion. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14194009. [PMID: 36235663 PMCID: PMC9571529 DOI: 10.3390/nu14194009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The fruits from the Arecaceae family, although being rich in bioactive compounds with potential benefits to health, have been underexplored. Studies on their composition, bioactive compounds, and effects of their consumption on health are also scarce. This review presents the composition of macro- and micronutrients, and bioactive compounds of fruits of the Arecaceae family such as bacaba, patawa, juçara, açaí, buriti, buritirana, and butiá. The potential use and reported effects of its consumption on health are also presented. The knowledge of these underutilized fruits is important to encourage production, commercialization, processing, and consumption. It can also stimulate their full use and improve the economy and social condition of the population where these fruits are found. Furthermore, it may help in future research on the composition, health effects, and new product development. Arecaceae fruits presented in this review are currently used as raw materials for producing beverages, candies, jams, popsicles, ice creams, energy drinks, and edible oils. The reported studies show that they are rich in phenolic compounds, carotenoids, anthocyanins, tocopherols, minerals, vitamins, amino acids, and fatty acids. Moreover, the consumption of these compounds has been associated with anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative, antiobesity, and cardioprotective effects. These fruits have potential to be used in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. Despite their potential, some of them, such as buritirana and butiá, have been little explored and limited research has been conducted on their composition, biological effects, and applications. Therefore, more detailed investigations on the composition and mechanism of action based on in vitro and/or in vivo studies are needed for fruits from the Arecaceae family.
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- Rômulo Alves Morais
- Graduate Program in Food Science, Department of Food Science and Technology, Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis 88034-001, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Food Science, Department of Food Science and Technology, Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis 88034-001, Brazil
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- Foodomics Laboratory, Institute of Food Science Research (CIAL), Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), 28049 Madrid, Spain
- Correspondence: (A.C.); (J.M.B.)
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- Graduate Program in Food Science, Department of Food Science and Technology, Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis 88034-001, Brazil
- Correspondence: (A.C.); (J.M.B.)
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The phytoactive constituents of Eugenia selloi B.D. Jacks (pitangatuba): Toxicity and elucidation of their anti-inflammatory mechanism(s) of action. FOOD CHEMISTRY: MOLECULAR SCIENCES 2022; 4:100093. [PMID: 35415693 PMCID: PMC8991978 DOI: 10.1016/j.fochms.2022.100093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2021] [Revised: 03/03/2022] [Accepted: 03/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Purified subfraction from Eugenia selloi fruit, showed anti-inflammatory activity. It were identified isomers of quercetrin, vanillic acid, and coumaric acid. S8 reduced NF-κB, IL-1β, IL-6, IL-10, MDC and MCP-1 levels in macrophages. S8 reduced neutrophil migration and ICAM-1 expression in mice. S8 showed scavenging capacity against ROO•, HOCl and NO• biological radicals.
We determined the phytochemical composition, anti-inflammatory mechanism of action, ROS/RNS scavenging capacity and systemic toxicity of a purified subfraction (S8) of Eugenia selloi. The composition of S8 was assessed by LC-ESI-QTOF-MS; the anti-inflammatory activity in RAW264.7 macrophages through NF-κB activation and biomarkers by multiplex in THP-1 cells; neutrophil migration, intravital microscopy and ICAM-1 expression in mice; NETs formation and CD11b expression; S8 scavenging capacity of ROS/RNS; toxicity in Galleria mellonella larvae model. Coumaric acid, quercetrin and vanillic acid were identified. S8 decreased NF-κB activation, IL-1β, IL-6, IL-10, MDC and MCP-1 levels, reduced neutrophil migration and ICAM-1 expression in mice; S8 did not interfere NET formation and CD11b expression, exhibited high antioxidant and showed negligible toxicity. E. selloi proved to be a promising, yet underexplored source of bioactive compounds, which can be useful employed in agribusiness and in the pharmaceutical and food industry to develop new products or human health supplies.
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Santana LF, Sasso S, Aquino DFS, de Cássia Freitas K, de Cássia Avellaneda Guimarães R, Pott A, do Nascimento VA, Bogo D, de Oliveira Figueiredo P, Hiane PA. Nutraceutic Potential of Bioactive Compounds of Eugenia dysenterica DC in Metabolic Alterations. Molecules 2022; 27:molecules27082477. [PMID: 35458674 PMCID: PMC9024852 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27082477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 02/25/2022] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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The fruit and leaves of Eugenia dysenterica DC., locally known as cagaita, are rich in antioxidant glycosylated quercetin derivatives and phenolic compounds that have beneficial effects on diabetes mellitus, hypertension and general inflammation. We conducted a literature search to investigate the nutraceutical potentials of these phenolic compounds for treating obesity, diabetes mellitus and intestinal inflammatory disease. The phenolic compounds in E. dysenterica have demonstrated effects on carbohydrate metabolism, which can prevent the development of these chronic diseases and reduce LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol and hypertension. E. dysenterica also improves intestinal motility and microbiota and protects gastric mucosa, thereby preventing inflammation. However, studies are necessary to identify the mechanism by which E. dysenterica nutraceutical compounds act on such pathological processes to support future research.
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- Lidiani Figueiredo Santana
- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.F.S.); (S.S.); (R.d.C.A.G.); (V.A.d.N.); (D.B.); (P.A.H.)
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.F.S.); (S.S.); (R.d.C.A.G.); (V.A.d.N.); (D.B.); (P.A.H.)
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- Higher Level Technician, Personnel Development Division, State University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UEMS, Dourados 79804-970, Brazil;
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.F.S.); (S.S.); (R.d.C.A.G.); (V.A.d.N.); (D.B.); (P.A.H.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +55-67-3345-7410
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.F.S.); (S.S.); (R.d.C.A.G.); (V.A.d.N.); (D.B.); (P.A.H.)
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- Institute of Biosciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79079-900, Brazil;
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.F.S.); (S.S.); (R.d.C.A.G.); (V.A.d.N.); (D.B.); (P.A.H.)
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.F.S.); (S.S.); (R.d.C.A.G.); (V.A.d.N.); (D.B.); (P.A.H.)
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- Laboratory Pronabio (Bioactive Natural Products)-Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79074-460, Brazil;
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- Graduate Program in Health and Development in the Central-West Region of Brazil, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul—UFMS, Campo Grande 79070-900, Brazil; (L.F.S.); (S.S.); (R.d.C.A.G.); (V.A.d.N.); (D.B.); (P.A.H.)
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Fidelis EM, Savall ASP, de Oliveira Pereira F, Quines CB, Ávila DS, Pinton S. Pitanga (Eugenia uniflora L.) as a source of bioactive compounds for health benefits: A review. ARAB J CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2022.103691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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de Souza FG, de Araújo FF, Orlando EA, Rodrigues FM, Chávez DWH, Pallone JAL, Neri-Numa IA, Sawaya ACHF, Pastore GM. Characterization of Buritirana ( Mauritiella armata) Fruits from the Brazilian Cerrado: Biometric and Physicochemical Attributes, Chemical Composition and Antioxidant and Antibacterial Potential. Foods 2022; 11:786. [PMID: 35327209 PMCID: PMC8949527 DOI: 10.3390/foods11060786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2022] [Revised: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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The buritirana is a little-explored species of the Arecaceae family. The biometric and physicochemical characteristics, nutritional and chemical composition and antioxidant and antibacterial potential of the buritirana fruit fractions were evaluated here for the first time. The fruits presented an oblong shape. The pulp represented 16.58% of the whole-fruit weight (10.07 g). The moisture, ash and soluble fiber contents were similar for the whole fraction without seed (WS) and pulp. Although the total carbohydrate content was the same for seed and peel (23.24 g·100 g-1), the seed showed higher protein and insoluble fiber contents. Except for glucose (1256.63 mg·100 g-1), the seed showed the highest concentrations of mono-, di- and oligosaccharides. Mineral content ranged from 0.43 to 800 mg·100 g-1 in all fractions. The peel fraction showed the highest content of vitamin C. The physicochemical results indicate the pulp and WS fraction have potential for the production of fruit-derived food products. Protocatechuic and quinic acids and epicatechin/catechin were found in all fractions. The assay antioxidant capacity DPPH, phenolic content and total flavonoids were higher in the pulp; TEAC and ORACHF values were lower in the seed. Volatile organic compounds were not identified, and the fractions did not show antibacterial activity.
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- Florisvaldo Gama de Souza
- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas 13083-862, SP, Brazil; (F.F.d.A.); (E.A.O.); (J.A.L.P.); (I.A.N.-N.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas 13083-862, SP, Brazil; (F.F.d.A.); (E.A.O.); (J.A.L.P.); (I.A.N.-N.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas 13083-862, SP, Brazil; (F.F.d.A.); (E.A.O.); (J.A.L.P.); (I.A.N.-N.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Tocantins, Paraíso of Tocantins 77600-000, TO, Brazil;
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Federal Rural University of Rio de Janeiro, Seropédica 23890-000, RJ, Brazil;
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas 13083-862, SP, Brazil; (F.F.d.A.); (E.A.O.); (J.A.L.P.); (I.A.N.-N.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas 13083-862, SP, Brazil; (F.F.d.A.); (E.A.O.); (J.A.L.P.); (I.A.N.-N.); (G.M.P.)
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas 13083-862, SP, Brazil; (F.F.d.A.); (E.A.O.); (J.A.L.P.); (I.A.N.-N.); (G.M.P.)
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de Brito WA, Ferreira MRA, de Sousa Dantas D, Soares LAL. Biological activities of Eugenia uniflora L. (pitangueira) extracts in oxidative stress-induced pathologies: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of animal studies. PHARMANUTRITION 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.phanu.2022.100290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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Balbinott N, Rodrigues NF, Guzman FL, Turchetto-Zolet AC, Margis R. Perspectives in Myrtaceae evolution from plastomes and nuclear phylogenies. Genet Mol Biol 2022; 45:e20210191. [PMID: 35088818 PMCID: PMC8796035 DOI: 10.1590/1678-4685-gmb-2021-0191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 11/20/2021] [Indexed: 05/05/2023] Open
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Myrtaceae is a large and species-rich family of woody eudicots, with prevalent
distribution in the Southern Hemisphere. Classification and taxonomy of species
belonging to this family is quite challenging, sometimes with difficulty in
species identification and producing phylogenies with low support for species
relationships. Most of the current knowledge comes from few molecular markers,
such as plastid genes and intergenic regions, which can be difficult to handle
and produce conflicting results. Based on plastid protein-coding sequences and
nuclear markers, we present a topology for the phylogenetic relationships among
Myrtaceae tribes. Our phylogenetic estimate offers a contrasting topology over
previous analysis with fewer markers. Plastome phylogeny groups the tribes
Syzygieae and Eucalypteae and individual chloroplast genes produce divergent
topologies, especially among species within Myrteae tribe, but also in regard to
the grouping of Syzygieae and Eucalypteae. Results are consistent and
reproducible with both nuclear and organellar datasets. It confronts previous
data about the deep nodes of Myrtaceae phylogeny.
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- Natalia Balbinott
- Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil; Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil; Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil; Instituto Nacional de Innovación Agraria, Perú
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- Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil; Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil; Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
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AMORIM IS, ALMEIDA MCS, CHAVES RPF, CHISTÉ RC. Technological applications and color stability of carotenoids extracted from selected Amazonian fruits. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.01922] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Effect of in vitro digestion on the bioaccessibility and bioactivity of phenolic compounds in fractions of Eugenia pyriformis fruit. Food Res Int 2021; 150:110767. [PMID: 34865782 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2021.110767] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2020] [Revised: 09/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Uvaia is a Brazilian fruit species that has great economic and nutritional potential, in addition to being a good source of compounds of biological interest. In this study, we evaluated for the first time the influence of in vitro gastrointestinal digestion on the bioaccessibility and bioactivity of phenolic compounds from two fractions of uvaia (edible and seed). It was observed that the content of total phenolic compounds was about 3 times higher in the seed (undigested extract), but reduced significantly after intestinal digestion (-50.08%). In turn, the total flavonoid content was about 5 times higher in the undigested seed extract. After intestinal digestion, the flavonoid content increased in the edible fraction (+109.49%) and decreased in the uvaia seed (-70.20%). The heatmap analysis showed that after intestinal digestion, there was an increase in the relative intensity of the flavonoids, while phenolic acids reduced their intensity. The antioxidant capacity of the undigested extract was 4-7 times greater for the seed, but decreased after intestinal digestion (-8.04-27.23%), while the antioxidant capacity of the edible fraction increased by 72.12-107.89% in this same stage of digestion. Thus, the content of phenolic compounds and antioxidant capacity were higher in the uvaia seed, and the bioaccessibility of the bioactive compounds in this fruit were dependent on the fraction and digestive phase evaluated. These results can contribute to the establishment of uvaia as a novel ingredient for preparations with functional claims.
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Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Essential Oils from Leaves of Two Specimens of Eugenia florida DC. Molecules 2021; 26:molecules26195848. [PMID: 34641394 PMCID: PMC8512050 DOI: 10.3390/molecules26195848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2021] [Revised: 09/18/2021] [Accepted: 09/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Eugenia florida DC. belongs to the Myrtaceae family, which is present in almost all of Brazil. This species is popularly known as pitanga-preta or guamirim and is used in folk medicine to treat gastrointestinal problems. In this study, two specimens of Eugenia florida (Efl) were collected in different areas of the same region. Specimen A (EflA) was collected in an area of secondary forest (capoeira), while specimen B (EflB) was collected in a floodplain area. The essential oils (EOs) were extracted from both specimens of Eugenia florida by means of hydrodistillation. Gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (GC/MS) was used to identify the volatile compounds present, and the antioxidant capacity of the EOs was determined by antioxidant capacity (AC-DPPH) and the Trolox equivalent antioxidant (TEAC) assay. For E. florida, limonene (11.98%), spathulenol (10.94%) and α-pinene (5.21%) were identified as the main compounds of the EO extracted from sample A, while sample B comprised selina-3,11-dien-6α-ol (12.03%), eremoligenol (11.0%) and γ-elemene (10.70%). This difference in chemical composition impacted the antioxidant activity of the EOs between the studied samples, especially in sample B of E. florida. This study is the first to report on the antioxidant activity of Eugenia florida DC. essential oils.
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Velásquez P, Orellana J, Muñoz-Carvajal E, Faúndez M, Gómez M, Montenegro G, Giordano A. Biological activity of native Myrtaceae fruits from Chile as a potential functional food. Nat Prod Res 2021; 36:3138-3142. [PMID: 34528843 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2021.1940176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Myrtaceae fruits (Myrceugenia obtusa, Luma apiculata, and Luma chequen) were used as food and medicine by Chilean indigenous people. This study aimed to evaluate the bioactive properties of these berry-type fruits. The antioxidant capacity determined by the FRAP assay varied between 10.4 and 646.9 mmol Fe+2/g, while the antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Salmonella typhi was 0 - 33 mm and 0 - 7.33 mm, respectively. All the extracts were rich in polyphenols and showed low cytotoxicity. Overall, M. obtusa presented dissimilar results compared to those of L. apiculata and L. chequen, encouraging the use of these native fruits as food, nutraceutical, or pharmacological ingredients.
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- Patricia Velásquez
- Departamento de Ciencias Vegetales, Facultad de Agronomía e Ingeniería Forestal, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile.,Departamento de Quimica Inorgánica, Facultad de Química y de Farmacia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Ciencias Vegetales, Facultad de Agronomía e Ingeniería Forestal, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Quimica Inorgánica, Facultad de Química y de Farmacia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Farmacia, Facultad de Química y de Farmacia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Macul, Chile
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- Departamento de Ciencias Vegetales, Facultad de Agronomía e Ingeniería Forestal, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Ciencias Vegetales, Facultad de Agronomía e Ingeniería Forestal, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Quimica Inorgánica, Facultad de Química y de Farmacia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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Variability in the molecular, phenological, and physicochemical characteristics of uvaia (Eugenia pyriformis Cambess - Myrtaceae) accessions from the Brazilian Atlantic rainforest. BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2021.102082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Dacoreggio MV, Santetti GS, Inácio HP, Kempka AP, de Mello Castanho Amboni RD. A Comprehensive Review of Eugenia Pyriformis Cambess: Reported Bioactivities and Health Effects. FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/87559129.2021.1958226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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- Marina Volpato Dacoreggio
- Departamento de Ciência e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brasil
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- Departamento de Ciência e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brasil
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- Departamento de Ciência e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brasil
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- Departamento de Engenharia de Alimentos e Engenharia Química, Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina, Pinhalzinho, Brasil
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Oliveira ALMD, Vilela DR, Zitha EZM, de Barros HEA, Lago RCD, Carvalho EEN, Vilas Boas EVDB. Cell wall break down of pitanga fruit (
Eugenia uniflora
L.) is associated with pectic solubilisation and softening. Int J Food Sci Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1111/ijfs.15259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- Department of Food Science Federal University of Lavras UFLA Lavras MG 37200‐900 Brazil
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de Araújo FF, de Paulo Farias D, Neri-Numa IA, Pastore GM. Underutilized plants of the Cactaceae family: Nutritional aspects and technological applications. Food Chem 2021; 362:130196. [PMID: 34091165 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2021.130196] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 05/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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This review examines the nutritional and functional aspects of some representatives of the Cactaceae family, as well as its technological potential in the most diverse industrial fields. The studied species are good sources of nutrients and phytochemicals of biological interest, such as phenolic compounds, carotenoids, betalains, phytosterols, tocopherols, etc. They also have shown great potential in preventing some diseases, including diabetes, obesity, cancer, and others. As to technological applications, the Cactaceae family can be explored in the production of food (e.g., cakes, yogurts, bread, ice cream, and juices), as natural dyes, sources of pectins, water treatment and in animal feed. In addition, they have great potential for many technological domains, including food chemistry, pharmacy, biotechnology, and many others.
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- Fábio Fernandes de Araújo
- Bioflavors and Bioactive Compounds Laboratory, Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP 13083-862, Brazil.
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- Bioflavors and Bioactive Compounds Laboratory, Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP 13083-862, Brazil.
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- Bioflavors and Bioactive Compounds Laboratory, Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP 13083-862, Brazil
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- Bioflavors and Bioactive Compounds Laboratory, Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP 13083-862, Brazil
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Santos DCD, Oliveira Filho JGD, Sousa TLD, Ribeiro CB, Egea MB. Ameliorating effects of metabolic syndrome with the consumption of rich-bioactive compounds fruits from Brazilian Cerrado: a narrative review. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2021; 62:7632-7649. [PMID: 33977838 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2021.1916430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Evidence suggests that bioactive compounds present in fruits and vegetables, including carotenoids, polyphenols, and phytosterols, may have beneficial effects against the development of obesity and other diseases. The fruits of the Brazilian Cerrado are rich in biologically active compounds but are underexplored by the population being used only locally dietary consumption. The objective of this review is to direct attention to the bioactive compounds already elucidated for the fruits of "Cerrado" cashew (Anacadium othanianum Rizz.), baru almond (Dipteryx alata Vogel), cagaita (Eugenia dysenterica DC.), "Cerrado" pear (Eugenia klotzschiana Berg), mangaba (Hancornia speciosa), and pequi (Caryocar brasiliense Camb), demonstrating possible metabolic effects of the consumption of these fruits on the metabolic syndrome and its risk factors. Studies have shown that Cerrado native fruits have a high content of bioactive compounds such as phenolic compounds, which also demonstrate high antioxidant capacity and may be related to the protective effect in metabolic syndrome-related diseases by act as inhibitors in various processes in lipid metabolism and glucose transport. Although more scientific evidence is still needed, the consumption of native fruits from the Cerrado seems to be a promising strategy which -along with other strategies such as nutritional therapy- can ameliorate the effects of the metabolic syndrome.
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- Daiane Costa Dos Santos
- Institute of Tropical Pathology and Public Health, IPTSP - UFG, Goias Federal University (UFG), Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil.,School of Nutrition, Unibras College of Rio Verde, Rio Verde, Goiás, Brazil
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- Department of Agronomy, Goiás Federal University (UFG), Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil.,Goiano Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology, Rio Verde, Goiás, Brazil
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de Paulo Farias D, de Araújo FF, Neri-Numa IA, Pastore GM. Antidiabetic potential of dietary polyphenols: A mechanistic review. Food Res Int 2021; 145:110383. [PMID: 34112386 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2021.110383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2021] [Revised: 03/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that has caused enormous harm to the public health worldwide. In this study, we evaluated the potential of phenolic compounds on diabetes management, addressing their mechanisms of action, in addition to discussing the digestion, absorption, metabolism, bioavailability, and toxic effects of these compounds. The intake of phenolic compounds can play a fundamental role on diabetes management, since they can reduce blood glucose levels, oxidative stress, protein glycation, inhibit the activity of dipeptidyl peptidase - IV and other key enzymes related to carbohydrate metabolism, activate various biochemical pathways to improve pancreatic β-cell functions, increase insulin secretion, and improve insulin resistance. In this way, they can be considered a potential strategy in the development of pharmaceutical approaches that aim to reduce complications resulting from the progression of this metabolic pathology.
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- David de Paulo Farias
- Bioflavors and Bioactive Compounds Laboratory, Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP 13083-862, Brazil.
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- Bioflavors and Bioactive Compounds Laboratory, Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP 13083-862, Brazil.
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- Bioflavors and Bioactive Compounds Laboratory, Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP 13083-862, Brazil
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- Bioflavors and Bioactive Compounds Laboratory, Department of Food Science, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP 13083-862, Brazil
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de Souza FG, Náthia-Neves G, de Araújo FF, Dias Audibert FL, Delafiori J, Neri-Numa IA, Catharino RR, de Alencar SM, de Almeida Meireles MA, Pastore GM. Evaluation of antioxidant capacity, fatty acid profile, and bioactive compounds from buritirana (Mauritiella armata Mart.) oil: A little-explored native Brazilian fruit. Food Res Int 2021; 142:110260. [PMID: 33773690 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2021.110260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2020] [Revised: 01/22/2021] [Accepted: 02/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Buritirana (Mauritiella armata Mart.) is a fruit species native to the Amazon and Cerrado region, belonging to the Arecaceae family. It has high nutritional and functional potential, yet little explored. In this study, we evaluated for the first time the overall yield, behavior of total carotenoids in the extraction kinetics, fatty acid profile, bioactive compounds, and the antioxidant capacity of the oil from buritirana fractions obtained by supercritical CO2. The highest extraction yield was found in the pulp and whole without seed at 60 °C (18.06 ± 0.40 and 14.55 ± 1.10 g 100 g-1 of the freeze-dried sample (fdw), respectively), and in the peel at 40 °C (8.31 ± 0.73 g 100 g-1 fdw). During the extraction kinetics, the pulp had the highest yields of oil (41.57%) and total carotenoids (8.34 mg g-1) after 61 min at 40 °C. The antioxidant potential, fatty acid profile, and α-tocopherol content were dependent on both fraction and temperature, with oleic acid being the main fatty acid. The oil from the whole fraction without seed had the largest number (20) of identified phenolic compounds. The extraction at 60 °C reduced the relative intensity of most compounds in the whole without seed and pulp. Moreover, it increased the intensity of the compounds in the peel. These results suggest that buritirana is a good oil source with great bioactive potential to produce new products with functional claims.
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- Florisvaldo Gama de Souza
- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- LASEFI - Department of Food Engineering, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Innovare Laboratory of Biomarkers, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Innovare Laboratory of Biomarkers, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Innovare Laboratory of Biomarkers, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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Machado APDF, Geraldi MV, do Nascimento RDP, Moya AMTM, Vezza T, Diez-Echave P, Gálvez JJ, Cazarin CBB, Maróstica Júnior MR. Polyphenols from food by-products: An alternative or complementary therapy to IBD conventional treatments. Food Res Int 2021; 140:110018. [PMID: 33648249 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2020.110018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2020] [Revised: 12/04/2020] [Accepted: 12/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are illnesses characterized by chronic intestinal inflammation and microbial dysbiosis that have emerged as a public health challenge worldwide. It comprises two main conditions: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Currently, conventional therapy to treat IBD are not free from side effects, such as liver and kidney toxicity, drug resistance, and allergic reactions. In view of this, there is growing research for alternative and complementary therapies that, in addition to acting in the prevention or the control of the disease, do not compromise the quality of life and health of individuals. In this sense, a growing body of evidence has confirmed the benefits of natural phenolic compounds in intestinal health. Phenolic compounds or polyphenols are molecules widely distributed throughout the plant kingdom (flowers, vegetables, leaves, and fruits), including plant materials remaining of the handling and food industrial processing, referred to in the scientific literature as by-products, food waste, or bagasse. Since by-products are low-cost, abundant, easily accessible, safe, and rich in bioactive compounds, it becomes an exciting option to extract, concentrate or isolate phenolic compounds to be posteriorly applied in the therapeutic approach of IBD. In this article, we have reviewed the main phenolic compounds present in various plants and by-products that have shown beneficial and/or promising effects in experimental pre-clinical, clinical, and in vitro research with IBD. In addition, we have mentioned and suggested several plants and by-products originated and produced in Latin America that could be part of future research as good sources of specific phenolic compounds to be applied in the prevention and development of alternative treatments for IBD. This review may offer a valuable reference for studies related to IBD administering phenolic compounds from natural, cheap, and easily accessible raw and undervalued materials.
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- University of Campinas, School of Food Engineering, 80 Monteiro Lobato Street, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- University of Granada, Department of Pharmacology, CIBER-EHD, Institute of Biosanitary Research of Granada (ibs.GRANADA), Biomedical Research Center (CIBM), Campus de la Salud, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- University of Granada, Department of Pharmacology, CIBER-EHD, Institute of Biosanitary Research of Granada (ibs.GRANADA), Biomedical Research Center (CIBM), Campus de la Salud, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- University of Granada, Department of Pharmacology, CIBER-EHD, Institute of Biosanitary Research of Granada (ibs.GRANADA), Biomedical Research Center (CIBM), Campus de la Salud, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- University of Campinas, School of Food Engineering, 80 Monteiro Lobato Street, 13083-862 Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Jerônimo LB, da Costa JS, Pinto LC, Montenegro RC, Setzer WN, Mourão RHV, da Silva JKR, Maia JGS, Figueiredo PLB. Antioxidant and Cytotoxic Activities of Myrtaceae Essential Oils Rich in Terpenoids From Brazil. Nat Prod Commun 2021. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x21996156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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This work analyzed the chemical compositions and evaluated the antioxidant and cytotoxic activities of essential oils (EO) of Eugenia patrisii (Epat), Eugenia stipitata (Esti), Myrcia splendens (Mspl), Myrcia sylvatica (Msyl), Psidium guajava (Pgua), and Psidium guineense (Pgui-1 and Pgui-2) from the Brazilian Amazon. Sesquiterpenoids were found in high concentrations in the oils of E. patrisii and M. splendens, which were rich in E-caryophyllene (32.0% and 45.8%); E. stipitata and M. sylvatica, which displayed germacrene D (11.8%) and germacrene B (24.5%); and P. guajava that showed epi-β-bisabolol (16.1%) as the main compound. However, P. guineense samples (Pgui-1 and Pgui-2) were rich in monoterpenoids such as limonene (Pgui-1: 30.2%; Pgui-2 30.4%) and α-pinene (Pgui-1: 22.5%; Pgui-2: 17.7%). The samples showed a weak and moderate antioxidant activities in the DPPH assay, displaying inhibition rates from 11.5% to 38.6% (at 10 mg/mL). All samples were cytotoxic against human cancer cells by the MTT method. Epat oil showed higher activity against melanoma (SKMEL-19, IC505.8 µg/mL), gastric (AGP01, IC503.2 µg/mL), and colon (HCT116, IC506.7 µg/mL). Meanwhile, the samples Pgua and Pgui were more active against breast cancer cells (MCF7, IC5012.4 µg/mL and 11.6 µg/mL, respectively).
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Neuropatologia Experimental, Hospital Universitário João de Barros Barreto, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Alabama in Huntsville, AL, USA
- Aromatic Plant Research Center, Lehi, UT, USA
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- Laboratório de Bioprospecção e Biologia Experimental, Universidade Federal do Oeste do Pará, Santarém, Brazil
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- Aromatic Plant Research Center, Lehi, UT, USA
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biotecnologia, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Química, Universidade Federal do Maranhão, São Luís, Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Naturais, Centro de Ciências Sociais e Educação, Universidade do Estado do Pará, Belém, Brazil
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