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Obadi M, Xu B. A review of the effects of physical processing techniques on the characteristics of legume starches and their application in low-glycemic index foods. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 279:135124. [PMID: 39208910 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.135124] [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: 04/28/2024] [Revised: 08/06/2024] [Accepted: 08/26/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Physical processing techniques significantly influence the characteristics of legume starch, consequently affecting the potential applications of legume-based products. This review comprehensively examines the impact of various physical processing techniques on legume starch properties, including structure, granule morphology, gelatinization, pasting properties, solubility, and in vitro digestibility. Furthermore, it evaluates the implications of these processing methods for utilizing legumes in developing low-glycemic index (GI) foods. Notably, certain physical processing methods, such as heat-moisture treatment, ultrahigh-pressure processing, dry heat treatment, and gamma irradiation, under specific conditions, enhance the resistant starch or slowly digestible starch fractions in legume starches. This enhancement is particularly advantageous for producing low-GI foods. Conversely, techniques like annealing, extrusion, ultrasound, and germination increase starch digestibility, which is less favorable for low-GI food applications. This review also provides an up-to-date overview of the use of diverse preprocessed legume products in low-GI food production. The novelty of this review lies in its detailed comparative analysis of physical processing methods and their specific effects on legume starch digestibility, which has not been extensively covered in existing literature. The comprehensive insights presented herein will benefit the legume industry by informing effective strategies for converting legume starch into valuable low-GI products.
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- Mohammed Obadi
- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212013, China.
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212013, China.
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Park M, Lee HB, Kim HR, Kang MC, Jeong D, Choi HD, Hong JS, Park HY. Resistant starch-enriched brown rice exhibits prebiotic properties and enhances gut health in obese mice. Food Res Int 2024; 187:114417. [PMID: 38763667 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2024.114417] [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: 03/05/2024] [Revised: 04/20/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 05/21/2024]
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Resistant starch serves as a prebiotic in the large intestine, aiding in the maintenance of a healthy intestinal environment and mitigating associated chronic illnesses. This study aimed to investigate the impact of resistant starch-enriched brown rice (RBR) on intestinal health and functionality. We assessed changes in resistant starch concentration, structural alterations, and branch chain length distribution throughout the digestion process using an in vitro model. The efficacy of RBR in the intestinal environment was evaluated through analyses of its prebiotic potential, effects on intestinal microbiota, and intestinal function-related proteins in obese animals fed a high-fat diet. RBR exhibited a higher yield of insoluble fraction in both the small and large intestines compared to white and brown rice. The total digestible starch content decreased, while the resistant starch content significantly increased during in vitro digestion. Furthermore, RBR notably enhanced the growth of four probiotic strains compared to white and brown rice, displaying higher proliferation activity than the positive control, FOS. Notably, consumption of RBR by high-fat diet-induced obese mice suppressed colon shortening, increased Bifidobacteria growth, and improved intestinal permeability. These findings underscore the potential prebiotic and gut health-promoting attributes of RBR, offering insights for the development of functional foods aimed at preventing gastrointestinal diseases.
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- Miri Park
- Food Functionality Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Food Functionality Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Food Convergence Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Food Convergence Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Food and Food Service Industry, Kyungpook National University, Sangju 37224, Republic of Korea
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- Food Convergence Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Food Convergence Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea
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- Food Functionality Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun 55365, Republic of Korea; Department of Food Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology, Daejeon 34113, Republic of Korea.
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Yoo S, Jung SC, Kwak K, Kim JS. The Role of Prebiotics in Modulating Gut Microbiota: Implications for Human Health. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:4834. [PMID: 38732060 PMCID: PMC11084426 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25094834] [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: 04/05/2024] [Revised: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/27/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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The human gut microbiota, an intricate ecosystem within the gastrointestinal tract, plays a pivotal role in health and disease. Prebiotics, non-digestible food ingredients that beneficially affect the host by selectively stimulating the growth and/or activity of beneficial microorganisms, have emerged as a key modulator of this complex microbial community. This review article explores the evolution of the prebiotic concept, delineates various types of prebiotics, including fructans, galactooligosaccharides, xylooligosaccharides, chitooligosaccharides, lactulose, resistant starch, and polyphenols, and elucidates their impact on the gut microbiota composition. We delve into the mechanisms through which prebiotics exert their effects, particularly focusing on producing short-chain fatty acids and modulating the gut microbiota towards a health-promoting composition. The implications of prebiotics on human health are extensively reviewed, focusing on conditions such as obesity, inflammatory bowel disease, immune function, and mental health. The review further discusses the emerging concept of synbiotics-combinations of prebiotics and probiotics that synergistically enhance gut health-and highlights the market potential of prebiotics in response to a growing demand for functional foods. By consolidating current knowledge and identifying areas for future research, this review aims to enhance understanding of prebiotics' role in health and disease, underscoring their importance in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome and overall well-being.
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- Suyeon Yoo
- Department of Nano-Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Incheon 22012, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
- Institute for Immunology and Immunological Diseases, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
- Brain Korea 21 PLUS Project for Medical Sciences, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Nano-Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Incheon 22012, Republic of Korea
- Institute for New Drug Development, College of Life Science and Bioengineering, Incheon National University, Incheon 22012, Republic of Korea
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Bernard M, Lecoeur A, Coville JL, Bruneau N, Jardet D, Lagarrigue S, Meynadier A, Calenge F, Pascal G, Zerjal T. Relationship between feed efficiency and gut microbiota in laying chickens under contrasting feeding conditions. Sci Rep 2024; 14:8210. [PMID: 38589474 PMCID: PMC11001975 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-58374-3] [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: 06/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024] Open
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The gut microbiota is known to play an important role in energy harvest and is likely to affect feed efficiency. In this study, we used 16S metabarcoding sequencing to analyse the caecal microbiota of laying hens from feed-efficient and non-efficient lines obtained by divergent selection for residual feed intake. The two lines were fed either a commercial wheat-soybean based diet (CTR) or a low-energy, high-fibre corn-sunflower diet (LE). The analysis revealed a significant line x diet interaction, highlighting distinct differences in microbial community composition between the two lines when hens were fed the CTR diet, and more muted differences when hens were fed the LE diet. Our results are consistent with the hypothesis that a richer and more diverse microbiota may play a role in enhancing feed efficiency, albeit in a diet-dependent manner. The taxonomic differences observed in the microbial composition seem to correlate with alterations in starch and fibre digestion as well as in the production of short-chain fatty acids. As a result, we hypothesise that efficient hens are able to optimise nutrient absorption through the activity of fibrolytic bacteria such as Alistipes or Anaerosporobacter, which, via their production of propionate, influence various aspects of host metabolism.
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- Maria Bernard
- INRAE, AgroParisTech, GABI, Université Paris-Saclay, 78350, Jouy-en-Josas, France.
- INRAE, SIGENAE, 78350, Jouy-en-Josas, France.
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- INRAE, AgroParisTech, GABI, Université Paris-Saclay, 78350, Jouy-en-Josas, France
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- INRAE, AgroParisTech, GABI, Université Paris-Saclay, 78350, Jouy-en-Josas, France
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- INRAE, AgroParisTech, GABI, Université Paris-Saclay, 78350, Jouy-en-Josas, France
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- INRAE, AgroParisTech, GABI, Université Paris-Saclay, 78350, Jouy-en-Josas, France
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- GenPhySE, Université de Toulouse, INRAE, ENVT, 31326, Castanet-Tolosan, France
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- INRAE, AgroParisTech, GABI, Université Paris-Saclay, 78350, Jouy-en-Josas, France
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- GenPhySE, Université de Toulouse, INRAE, ENVT, 31326, Castanet-Tolosan, France
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- INRAE, AgroParisTech, GABI, Université Paris-Saclay, 78350, Jouy-en-Josas, France.
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Singh MP, Agrawal NR, Saurabh S, Krishna E, Singh JM. Exploring Therapeutic Digestive Enzyme Landscape in India: Current Evidence, Profit Motives, Regulations, and Future Perspectives. Cureus 2024; 16:e52891. [PMID: 38406012 PMCID: PMC10891418 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.52891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024] Open
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This analysis critically examines the profit-driven marketing of digestive enzymes as over-the-counter (OTC) supplements in the context of India, expressing ethical concerns regarding pharmaceutical companies prioritizing financial gain over genuine public health needs within the lucrative OTC supplement market. The review delves into various enzymes, their mechanisms of action, uses, adverse drug reactions, and provides evidence from various studies. The research method involves the exploration of profit-driven strategies employed by pharmaceutical companies, addressing regulatory challenges, investigating the gap between dietary supplements and pharmaceutical drugs, and emphasizing the impact of direct-to-consumer advertising on self-diagnosis and overuse. Additionally, the study reviews various e-pharmacy platforms in India, assessing formulations and pricing. Key findings highlight the diverse formulations on these platforms, exposing insights into cost variations and indicating a regulatory gap that necessitates a comprehensive re-evaluation by Indian and international authorities. The analysis emphasizes the influence of direct-to-consumer advertising on behavior and potential health risks, raising ethical concerns about oversimplified health claims that overlook the necessity for individualized treatment plans. In conclusion, the study underscores the ethical complexity of prioritizing profit over public health and advocates for regulatory re-evaluation, exploring broader implications such as cultural influences and alternative therapies. The evolving landscape, featuring plant-based and microbe-derived alternatives, is presented as transformative, particularly in conditions like celiac disease.
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- Madhusudan P Singh
- Pharmacology and Therapeutics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur, Raipur, IND
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- Pharmacology and Therapeutics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur, Raipur, IND
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- Community and Family Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Patna, Patna, IND
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