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Pramana A, Firmanda A, Arnata IW, Sartika D, Sari EO. Reduction of biofilm and pathogenic microorganisms using curcumin-mediated photodynamic inactivation to prolong food shelf-life. Int J Food Microbiol 2024; 425:110866. [PMID: 39146626 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2024.110866] [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: 05/11/2024] [Revised: 08/09/2024] [Accepted: 08/10/2024] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
Abstract
Pathogenic microbial contamination (bacteria and fungi) in food products during production poses a significant global health risk, leading to food waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and aesthetic and financial losses. Bacteria and fungi, by forming solid biofilms, enhance their resistance to antimicrobial agents, thereby increasing the potential for cross-contamination of food products. Curcumin molecule-mediated photodynamic inactivation (Cur-m-PDI) technology has shown promising results in sterilizing microbial contaminants and their biofilms, significantly contributing to food preservation without compromising quality. Photosensitizers (curcumin) absorb light, leading to a chemical reaction with oxygen and producing reactive oxygen species (ROS) that effectively reduce bacteria, fungi, and biofilms. The mechanism of microorganism inhibition is caused by exposure to ROS generated via the type 1 pathway involving electron transfer (such as O2•-, H2O2, -OH•, and other radicals), the type 2 pathway involving energy transfer (such as 1O2), secondary ROS, and weakening of antioxidant enzymes. The effectiveness of the inactivation of microorganisms is influenced by the concentration of curcumin, light (source type and energy density), oxygen availability, and duration of exposure. This article reviews the mechanism of reducing microbial food contamination and inhibiting their biofilms through Cur-m-PDI. It also highlights future directions, challenges, and considerations related to the effects of ROS in oxidizing food, the toxicity of PDI to living cells and tissues, conditions/types of food products, and the stability and degradation of curcumin.
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- Angga Pramana
- Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Riau, Pekanbaru 28292, Indonesia.
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- Department of Agroindustrial Technology, Faculty of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, IPB University, Bogor, Indonesia
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- Department of Agroindustrial Technology, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Udayana University, Badung, Bali, Indonesia
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- Faculty of Agriculture, Muhammadiyah University of Makassar, Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
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- Graduate School of Science and Technology, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8572, Japan
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Saif A, Omer MO, Sattar A, Tipu Y, Alharbi HM, Saher U, Awan T. Comprehensive Analysis of Curcumin Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles, Synthesis, Characterization, and Cytogenotoxic Profiling. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:28186-28193. [PMID: 38973908 PMCID: PMC11223151 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c01489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2024] [Revised: 06/07/2024] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
Abstract
Curcumin from turmeric (Curcuma longa) has traditionally been used due to its pharmacological properties, such as anticancer, anti-inflammatory, cholesterol-lowering, and antioxidant activities, but has had limitations in use due to low bioavailability. Nanoparticles have protuberant efficacies to diagnose or cure a variety of diseases, including tumors, by fine-tuning their size, structure, and physicochemical characteristics. This study aims to develop a new dosage form of curcumin nanoparticles with zinc oxide to enhance its therapeutic efficacy against cancer and cause no damage to genetics. Curcumin zinc oxide nanoparticles were prepared and characterized by using a Zeta sizer, ultraviolet (UV)-spectrophotometer, scanning electron microscope (SEM), and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. Different concentrations range from 40 to 0.078 μg/mL, and these nanoparticles were evaluated for their anticancer activity by colorimetric analysis (MTT assay) on normal (Vero) and cancerous cell lines (MCF-7) and genotoxicity by the comet assay. The spherical-shaped curcumin zinc oxide nanoparticles of 189 nm size were prepared with characteristic functional groups. The selectivity index of curcumin zinc oxide nanoparticles, calculated from IC50 values, is 4.60 > 2.0, showing anticancer potential comparable to tamoxifen. The genetic damage index of the highest concentration (40 μg/mL) of curcumin zinc oxide nanoparticles was 0.08, with a percent fragmentation of 8%. The results suggest that nanoparticles of curcumin zinc oxide produced better anticancer effects and did not cause any significant damage to the DNA. Consequently, further research is required to ensure the development of a safe and quality dosage form of nanoparticles for proper utilization.
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- Alia Saif
- Department
of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University
of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
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- Department
of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University
of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
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- Department
of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University
of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
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- Department
of Pathology, University of Veterinary and
Animal Sciences, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
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- Department
of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Umm
Al-Qura University, Makkah 21955, Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Pharmacy, The Women University, Multan 60000, Pakistan
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- Bakhtawar
Amin College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Multan 60000, Pakistan
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Turer BY, Sanlier N. Relationship of Curcumin with Aging and Alzheimer and Parkinson Disease, the Most Prevalent Age-Related Neurodegenerative Diseases: A Narrative Review. Nutr Rev 2024:nuae079. [PMID: 38916925 DOI: 10.1093/nutrit/nuae079] [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: 06/26/2024] Open
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The elderly population is increasing worldwide every day. Age is a significant factor in the progression of neurological diseases, which can also cause cognitive decline and memory disorders. Inflammation and oxidative stress are primary drivers of senescence and disorders, particularly those associated with aging and neurodegenerative diseases. Bioactive phytochemicals are considered a promising therapeutic strategy in combating aging and age-related pathological conditions. One of the phytochemicals with diverse biological properties encompassing antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, anticancer, antifungal, antidepressant, anti-allergic, and anti-aging properties is curcumin. Curcumin, a polyphenolic structure with a distinct orange hue and unique chemical properties, is derived from the roots of Curcuma longa, a member of the Zingiberaceae family, commonly known as turmeric. It has been noted that the incidence of neurodegenerative diseases is low in societies that consume curcumin widely. Therefore, this review investigates the effect of curcumin on aging and Alzheimer and Parkinson disease, which are the most prevalent age-related neurodegenerative diseases.
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- Büşra Yurt Turer
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Institute of Health Sciences, Ankara Medipol University, Ankara, 06050, Turkey
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Sciences, Ankara Medipol University, Ankara, 06050, Turkey
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Shang X, Wang H, Yu Y, Gu J, Zeng J, Hou S. Cur@ZIF-8@BA nanomaterials with pH-responsive and photodynamic therapy properties promotes antimicrobial activity. Front Chem 2024; 12:1417715. [PMID: 38979404 PMCID: PMC11228171 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2024.1417715] [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: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 07/10/2024] Open
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Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) has emerged as a highly promising strategy for non-antibiotic treatment of infections due to its unique advantages in efficient bactericidal action and reduction of drug resistance. The natural photosensitizing properties of curcumin (Cur) are widely acknowledged; however, its limited bioavailability has impeded its practical application. In this study, we developed a nanomaterial called Cur@ZIF-8@BA by encapsulating Cur within ZIF-8 and modifying the surface with boric acid (BA). The Cur@ZIF-8@BA exhibits pH-responsive properties and enhances bacterial binding, thereby effectively promoting photodynamic therapy. Moreover, its antibacterial activity against E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus and A. baumannii is significantly increased in the presence of light compared to a dark environment. The mechanism behind this may be that BA increases the affinity of Cur@ZIF-8@BA towards bacteria, and making released Zn2+ and BA from the nanomaterial increase bacterial cell membrane permeability. This facilitates efficient delivery of Cur into bacterial cells, resulting in generation of abundant reactive oxygen species (ROS) and subsequent bactericidal activity. In conclusion, our prepared Cur@ZIF-8@BA holds great promise as a photodynamically mediated antimicrobial strategy.
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- Xiujuan Shang
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Lianyungang Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Kangda College of Nanjing Medical University, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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Beganovic S, Wittmann C. Medical properties, market potential, and microbial production of golden polyketide curcumin for food, biomedical, and cosmetic applications. Curr Opin Biotechnol 2024; 87:103112. [PMID: 38518404 DOI: 10.1016/j.copbio.2024.103112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 03/24/2024]
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Curcumin, a potent plant polyketide in turmeric, has gained recognition for its outstanding health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer effects. Classical turmeric farming, which is widely used to produce curcumin, is linked to deforestation, soil degradation, excessive water use, and reduced biodiversity. In recent years, the microbial synthesis of curcumin has been achieved and optimized through novel strategies, offering increased safety, improved sustainability, and the potential to revolutionize production. Here, we discuss recent breakthroughs in microbial engineering and fermentation techniques, as well as their capacity to increase the yield, purity, and cost-effectiveness of curcumin production. The utilization of microbial systems not only addresses supply chain limitations but also helps meet the growing demand for curcumin in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, foods, and cosmetics.
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- Selma Beganovic
- Institute of Systems Biotechnology, Saarland University, Germany
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Saifi S, Ashraf A, Hasan GM, Shamsi A, Hassan MI. Insights into the preventive actions of natural compounds against Klebsiella pneumoniae infections and drug resistance. Fitoterapia 2024; 173:105811. [PMID: 38168570 DOI: 10.1016/j.fitote.2023.105811] [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: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 12/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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Klebsiella pneumoniae is a type of Gram-negative bacteria that causes a variety of infections, including pneumonia, bloodstream infections, wound infections, and meningitis. The treatment of K. pneumoniae infection depends on the type of infection and the severity of the symptoms. Antibiotics are generally used to treat K. pneumoniae infections. However, some strains of K. pneumoniae have become resistant to antibiotics. This comprehensive review examines the potential of natural compounds as effective strategies against K. pneumonia infections. The alarming rise in antibiotic resistance underscores the urgent need for alternative therapies. This article represents current research on the effects of diverse natural compounds, highlighting their anti-microbial and antibiofilm properties against K. pneumonia. Notably, compounds such as andrographolide, artemisinin, baicalin, berberine, curcumin, epigallocatechin gallate, eugenol, mangiferin, piperine, quercetin, resveratrol, and thymol have been extensively investigated. These compounds exhibit multifaceted mechanisms, including disruption of bacterial biofilms, interference with virulence factors, and augmentation of antibiotic effectiveness. Mechanistic insights into their actions include membrane perturbation, oxidative stress induction, and altered gene expression. While promising, challenges such as limited bioavailability and varied efficacy across bacterial strains are addressed. This review further discusses the potential of natural compounds as better alternatives in combating K. pneumonia infection and emphasizes the need for continued research to harness their full therapeutic potential. As antibiotic resistance persists, these natural compounds offer a promising avenue in the fight against K. pneumonia and other multidrug-resistant pathogens.
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- Sana Saifi
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Chemical and Life Sciences, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Basic Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Medicine, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 173, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Center for Medical and Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research, Ajman University, United Arab Emirates
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- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Basic Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India.
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Wu J, Pang Y, Liu D, Sun J, Bai W. Photodynamic Inactivation of Staphylococcus aureus Using Aloe-emodin as Photosensitizer. Food Res Int 2024; 178:113959. [PMID: 38309912 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2024.113959] [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: 09/08/2023] [Revised: 12/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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Aloe-emodin (AE) is a natural compound with photodynamic properties. The aim of this study was to investigate the inhibitory effect of AE-mediated photodynamic inactivation (PDI) on Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). The bacteriostatic efficiency under different photodynamic conditions and photosensitizing mechanism was studied in detail. The results showed that AE-mediated PDI exhibited a typical concentration and time-dependent characteristics. In terms of bactericidal mechanism, disruption of membrane integrity and increase of cell membrane permeability was observed. Type II reaction was assumed as the main photochemical reaction involved in AE-mediated PDI as evidenced by the action of different ROS quenching agents. Furthermore, AE-mediated PDI decreased the bacterial survival in freshly squeezed apple juice and maintained its quality. The combination of blue light and AE enlarged the application of AE as an effective natural photosensitizer suitable for a food system.
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- Jiali Wu
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Biorefinery, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, Guangdong, China
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Biorefinery, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, Guangdong, China
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Biorefinery, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, Guangdong, China.
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Resources Biorefinery, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition, Guangdong Engineering Technology Center of Food Safety Molecular Rapid Detection, Jinan University, Guangdong, China.
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Zimińska A, Lipska I, Gajewska J, Draszanowska A, Simões M, Olszewska MA. Antibacterial and Antibiofilm Effects of Photodynamic Treatment with Curcuma L. and Trans-Cinnamaldehyde against Listeria monocytogenes. Molecules 2024; 29:685. [PMID: 38338429 PMCID: PMC10856099 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29030685] [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: 11/23/2023] [Revised: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
Abstract
Photodynamic inactivation (PDI) is a highly effective treatment that can eliminate harmful microorganisms in a variety of settings. This study explored the efficacy of a curcumin-rich extract, Curcuma L., (Cur)- and essential oil component, trans-cinnamaldehyde, (Ca)-mediated PDI against Listeria monocytogenes ATCC 15313 (Lm) including planktonic cells and established biofilms on silicone rubber (Si), polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), stainless steel 316 (SS), and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Applying Ca- and Cur-mediated PDI resulted in planktonic cell reductions of 2.7 and 6.4 log CFU/cm2, respectively. Flow cytometric measurements (FCMs) coupled with CFDA/PI and TOTO®-1 staining evidenced that Ca- doubled and Cur-mediated PDI quadrupled the cell damage. Moreover, the enzymatic activity of Lm cells was considerably reduced by Cur-mediated PDI, indicating its superior efficacy. Photosensitization also affected Lm biofilms, but their reduction did not exceed 3.7 log CFU/cm2. Cur-mediated PDI effectively impaired cells on PET and PTFE, while Ca-mediated PDI caused no (TOTO®-1) or only slight (PI) cell damage, sparing the activity of cells. In turn, applying Ca-mediate PDI to Si largely diminished the enzymatic activity in Lm. SS contained 20% dead cells, suggesting that SS itself impacts Lm viability. In addition, the efficacy of Ca-mediated PDI was enhanced on the SS, leading to increased damage to the cells. The weakened viability of Lm on Si and SS could be linked to unfavorable interactions with the surfaces, resulting in a better effect of Ca against Lm. In conclusion, Cur demonstrated excellent photosensitizing properties against Lm in both planktonic and biofilm states. The efficacy of Ca was lower than that of Cur. However, Ca bears potent antibiofilm effects, which vary depending on the surface on which Lm resides. Therefore, this study may help identify more effective plant-based compounds to combat L. monocytogenes in an environmentally sustainable manner.
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- Aleksandra Zimińska
- Department of Food Microbiology, Meat Technology and Chemistry, The Faculty of Food Science, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Plac Cieszyński 1, 10-726 Olsztyn, Poland (J.G.)
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- Department of Food Microbiology, Meat Technology and Chemistry, The Faculty of Food Science, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Plac Cieszyński 1, 10-726 Olsztyn, Poland (J.G.)
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- Department of Food Microbiology, Meat Technology and Chemistry, The Faculty of Food Science, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Plac Cieszyński 1, 10-726 Olsztyn, Poland (J.G.)
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- Department of Human Nutrition, The Faculty of Food Science, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Słoneczna 45F, 10-718 Olsztyn, Poland;
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- LEPABE—Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal;
- ALiCE—Associate Laboratory in Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- Department of Food Microbiology, Meat Technology and Chemistry, The Faculty of Food Science, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Plac Cieszyński 1, 10-726 Olsztyn, Poland (J.G.)
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Prasad A, Wynands E, Roche SM, Romo-Bernal C, Allan N, Olson M, Levengood S, Andersen R, Loebel N, Sabino CP, Ross JA. Photodynamic Inactivation of Foodborne Bacteria: Screening of 32 Potential Photosensitizers. Foods 2024; 13:453. [PMID: 38338588 PMCID: PMC10855769 DOI: 10.3390/foods13030453] [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: 12/27/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
Abstract
The development of novel antimicrobial technologies for the food industry represents an important strategy to improve food safety. Antimicrobial photodynamic disinfection (aPDD) is a method that can inactivate microbes without the use of harsh chemicals. aPDD involves the administration of a non-toxic, light-sensitive substance, known as a photosensitizer, followed by exposure to visible light at a specific wavelength. The objective of this study was to screen the antimicrobial photodynamic efficacy of 32 food-safe pigments tested as candidate photosensitizers (PSs) against pathogenic and food-spoilage bacterial suspensions as well as biofilms grown on relevant food contact surfaces. This screening evaluated the minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC), minimum biofilm eradication concentration (MBEC), and colony forming unit (CFU) reduction against Salmonella enterica, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Pseudomonas fragi, and Brochothrix thermosphacta. Based on multiple characteristics, including solubility and the ability to reduce the biofilms by at least 3 log10 CFU/sample, 4 out of the 32 PSs were selected for further optimization against S. enterica and MRSA, including sunset yellow, curcumin, riboflavin-5'-phosphate (R-5-P), and erythrosin B. Optimized factors included the PS concentration, irradiance, and time of light exposure. Finally, 0.1% w/v R-5-P, irradiated with a 445 nm LED at 55.5 J/cm2, yielded a "max kill" (upwards of 3 to 7 log10 CFU/sample) against S. enterica and MRSA biofilms grown on metallic food contact surfaces, proving its potential for industrial applications. Overall, the aPDD method shows substantial promise as an alternative to existing disinfection technologies used in the food processing industry.
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- Amritha Prasad
- Chinook Contract Research Inc., Airdrie, AB T4A 0C3, Canada; (A.P.); (N.A.); (M.O.)
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- ACER Consulting, Guelph, ON N1G 5L3, Canada; (E.W.); (S.M.R.)
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- ACER Consulting, Guelph, ON N1G 5L3, Canada; (E.W.); (S.M.R.)
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- Ondine Biomedical Inc., Bothell, WA 98011, USA; (C.R.-B.); (S.L.); (R.A.); (N.L.); (C.P.S.)
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- Chinook Contract Research Inc., Airdrie, AB T4A 0C3, Canada; (A.P.); (N.A.); (M.O.)
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- Chinook Contract Research Inc., Airdrie, AB T4A 0C3, Canada; (A.P.); (N.A.); (M.O.)
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- Ondine Biomedical Inc., Bothell, WA 98011, USA; (C.R.-B.); (S.L.); (R.A.); (N.L.); (C.P.S.)
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- Ondine Biomedical Inc., Bothell, WA 98011, USA; (C.R.-B.); (S.L.); (R.A.); (N.L.); (C.P.S.)
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- Ondine Biomedical Inc., Bothell, WA 98011, USA; (C.R.-B.); (S.L.); (R.A.); (N.L.); (C.P.S.)
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- Ondine Biomedical Inc., Bothell, WA 98011, USA; (C.R.-B.); (S.L.); (R.A.); (N.L.); (C.P.S.)
- Center for Lasers and Applications, Energy and Nuclear Research Institute, São Paulo 05508-000, SP, Brazil
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- Chinook Contract Research Inc., Airdrie, AB T4A 0C3, Canada; (A.P.); (N.A.); (M.O.)
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Sun G, He X, Feng M, Xu X, Chen J, Wang Y. Flavin mononucleotide in visible light photoinitiating systems for multiple-photocrosslinking and photoencapsulation strategies. Acta Biomater 2023; 172:272-279. [PMID: 37797710 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2023.09.051] [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: 06/28/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023]
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Visible light-induced photocrosslinking techniques have attracted significant attention for their flexibility, controllability, safety, and energy conservation, especially in tissue engineering and biofabrication, compared to UV photocrosslinking. Despite these advantages, current photoinitiators are constrained by various challenges, including inadequate photoinitiation efficiency, low biocompatibility, poor water solubility, and limited compatibility with diverse crosslinking systems. Here, a water-soluble derivative of riboflavin, flavin mononucleotide (FMN-), was used to assess its potential as an initiator in multiple-photocrosslinking systems, including radical photopolymerization, dityrosine, and ditryptophan coupling crosslinking, under blue light irradiation. Blue light irradiation facilitated an efficient electron transfer reaction between FMN- and persulfate, owing to their suitable spectral compatibility and photoactivity. The resulting oxidizing free radicals and excited triplet state of FMN- served as initiating active species for the multiple-photocrosslinking reactions. The combination of FMN- and potassium persulfate (KPS) exhibited exceptional photoinitiation efficiency for various biomaterials, including silk fibroin, gelatin, poly(ethylene glycol) diacrylate, and carboxymethyl cellulose modified with amino acids. Furthermore, the cytocompatibility of the FMN-/KPS photoinitiator was demonstrated by the survival rates of 3T3-LI fibroblasts encapsulated in it, which exceeded 95 % when compared to a commercial initiator. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: By introducing persulfate, the photoinitiation efficiency of flavin mononucleotide was significantly improved. The application scenarios of flavin mononucleotide and persulfate combinations were also greatly extended, including radical photopolymerization, dityrosine, diphenylalanine, and ditryptophan coupling crosslinking. Among them, the coupling crosslinking of amino acids (di-phenylalanine, and di-tryptophan) modified carboxymethyl cellulose, to our knowledge, was first reported. The excellent cytocompatibility of cell encapsulation further proved that the combinations of flavin mononucleotide and persulfate have great potential in tissue engineering.
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- Guangdong Sun
- The Institute of Sericulture and Tea, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310018, PR China; Engineering Research Center for Eco-Dyeing and Finishing of Textiles, Ministry of Education, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou 310018, PR China
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- The Institute of Sericulture and Tea, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310018, PR China
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- The Institute of Sericulture and Tea, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310018, PR China
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- The Institute of Sericulture and Tea, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310018, PR China
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- The Institute of Sericulture and Tea, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310018, PR China
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- The Institute of Sericulture and Tea, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310018, PR China.
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Munir Z, Molinar C, Banche G, Argenziano M, Magnano G, Cavallo L, Mandras N, Cavalli R, Guiot C. Encapsulation in Oxygen-Loaded Nanobubbles Enhances the Antimicrobial Effectiveness of Photoactivated Curcumin. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:15595. [PMID: 37958582 PMCID: PMC10650092 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242115595] [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: 09/15/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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In both healthcare and agriculture, antibiotic resistance is an alarming issue. Biocompatible and biodegradable ingredients (e.g., curcumin) are given priority in "green" criteria supported by the Next Generation EU platform. The solubility and stability of curcumin would be significantly improved if it were enclosed in nanobubbles (NB), and photoactivation with the correct wavelength of light can increase its antibacterial efficacy. A continuous release of curcumin over a prolonged period was provided by using innovative chitosan-shelled carriers, i.e., curcumin-containing nanobubbles (Curc-CS-NBs) and oxygen-loaded curcumin-containing nanobubbles (Curc-Oxy-CS-NBs). The results demonstrated that after photoactivation, both types of NBs exhibited increased effectiveness. For Staphylococcus aureus, the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) for Curc-CS-NBs remained at 46 µg/mL following photodynamic activation, whereas it drastically dropped to 12 µg/mL for Curc-Oxy-CS-NBs. Enterococcus faecalis shows a decreased MIC for Curc-CS-NB and Curc-Oxy-CS-NB (23 and 46 µg/mL, respectively). All bacterial strains were more effectively killed by NBs that had both oxygen and LED irradiation. A combination of Curc-Oxy-CS-NB and photodynamic stimulation led to a killing of microorganisms due to ROS-induced bacterial membrane leakage. This approach was particularly effective against Escherichia coli. In conclusion, this work shows that Curc-CS-NBs and Curc-Oxy-CS-exhibit extremely powerful antibacterial properties and represent a potential strategy to prevent antibiotic resistance and encourage the use of eco-friendly substitutes in agriculture and healthcare.
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- Zunaira Munir
- Department of Neurosciences, University of Turin, 10125 Torino, Italy; (Z.M.); (C.G.)
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- Department of Drug Sciences and Technologies, University of Turin, 10125 Torino, Italy; (C.M.); (M.A.); (G.M.); (R.C.)
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- Department of Public Health and Pediatric Sciences, University of Turin, 10126 Torino, Italy; (G.B.); (L.C.)
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- Department of Drug Sciences and Technologies, University of Turin, 10125 Torino, Italy; (C.M.); (M.A.); (G.M.); (R.C.)
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- Department of Drug Sciences and Technologies, University of Turin, 10125 Torino, Italy; (C.M.); (M.A.); (G.M.); (R.C.)
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- Department of Public Health and Pediatric Sciences, University of Turin, 10126 Torino, Italy; (G.B.); (L.C.)
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- Department of Public Health and Pediatric Sciences, University of Turin, 10126 Torino, Italy; (G.B.); (L.C.)
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- Department of Drug Sciences and Technologies, University of Turin, 10125 Torino, Italy; (C.M.); (M.A.); (G.M.); (R.C.)
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- Department of Neurosciences, University of Turin, 10125 Torino, Italy; (Z.M.); (C.G.)
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Liu Y, Ma M, Yuan Y. The potential of curcumin-based co-delivery systems for applications in the food industry: Food preservation, freshness monitoring, and functional food. Food Res Int 2023; 171:113070. [PMID: 37330831 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2023] [Revised: 05/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/29/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Currently, curcumin-based co-delivery systems are receiving widespread attention. However, a systematic summary of the possibility of curcumin-based co-delivery systems used for the food industry from multiple directions based on the functional characteristics of curcumin is lacking. This review details the different forms of curcumin-based co-delivery systems including the single system of nanoparticle, liposome, double emulsion, and multiple systems composed of different hydrocolloids. The structural composition, stability, encapsulation efficiency, and protective effects of these forms are discussed comprehensively. The functional characteristics of curcumin-based co-delivery systems are summarized, involving biological activity (antimicrobial and antioxidant), pH-responsive discoloration, and bioaccessibility/bioavailability. Correspondingly, potential applications for food preservation, freshness detection, and functional foods are introduced. In the future, more novel co-delivery systems for active ingredients and food matrices should be developed. Besides, the synergistic mechanisms between active ingredients, delivery carrier/active ingredient, and external physical condition/active ingredient should be explored. In conclusion, curcumin-based co-delivery systems have the potential to be widely used in the food industry.
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- Yueyue Liu
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China
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- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China
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- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China.
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Zhang HA, Pratap-Singh A, Kitts DD. Effect of pulsed light on curcumin chemical stability and antioxidant capacity. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0291000. [PMID: 37656767 PMCID: PMC10473471 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0291000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 09/03/2023] Open
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Curcumin is the major bioactive component in turmeric with potent antioxidant activity. Little is known about how pulsed light (PL) technology (an emerging non-thermal food processing technology relying on high intensity short duration flashes of light) can affect the chemical stability and antioxidant capacity of curcumin. This study found that PL treatment of fluence levels from 0 to 12.75 J/cm2 produced a fluence-dependent reduction in curcumin content. These results paralleled the production of a tentative curcumin dimer, identified as a potential photochemical transformation product. PL-treated curcumin at relatively higher fluence levels decreased chemical-based ORAC and ABTS antioxidant capacity, relative to control (P < 0.05). This contrasted the effect observed to increase coincidently both intracellular antioxidant capacity (e.g., DCFH-DA (P < 0.05)) and GSH/GSSG ratio (P < 0.05), respectively, in cultured differentiated Caco-2 cells. In conclusion, the application of PL on curcumin results in photochemical transformation reactions, such as dimerization, which in turn, can enhance biological antioxidant capacity in differentiated Caco-2 cells.
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- Huiying Amelie Zhang
- Faculty of Land of Food Systems, Food Science, Food, Nutrition and Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Faculty of Land of Food Systems, Food Science, Food, Nutrition and Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Faculty of Land of Food Systems, Food Science, Food, Nutrition and Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Palaniappan V, Karthikeyan K. Turmeric: The Yellow Allergen. Indian Dermatol Online J 2023; 14:459-464. [PMID: 37521239 PMCID: PMC10373802 DOI: 10.4103/idoj.idoj_340_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2022] [Revised: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/24/2022] [Indexed: 08/01/2023] Open
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Turmeric is the dried rhizome of Curcuma longa Linn which is extensively used in Indian culture. Curcumin is its most active pharmaceutical component. Turmeric use is very closely related with the socio-religious life of the population. Topical application of turmeric is a very common practice in the daily lives and auspicious occasions in South India. However, the allergenic potential of this commonly used spice is mentioned in various case reports and studies. The dermatologists and patients should be aware of the possible allergic reactions of this widely used herb. The purpose of this review is to give a brief overview of allergenic potential of this commonly used spice.
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- Vijayasankar Palaniappan
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College and Hospital, Pondicherry, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College and Hospital, Pondicherry, India
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Lan X, Liu Y, Wang L, Wang H, Hu Z, Dong H, Yu Z, Yuan Y. A review of curcumin in food preservation: Delivery system and photosensitization. Food Chem 2023; 424:136464. [PMID: 37247602 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.136464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Revised: 05/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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As a natural polyphenol, curcumin has been used as an alternative to synthetic preservatives in food preservation. Different from previous reviews that mainly focus on the pH-responsive discoloration of curcumin to detect changes in food quality in real time, this paper focuses on the perspective of the delivery system and photosensitization of curcumin for food preservation. The delivery system is an effective means to overcome the challenges of curcumin like instability, hydrophobicity, and low bioavailability. Curcumin as a photosensitizer can effectively sterilize to preserve food. The practical fresh-keeping effects of the delivery system and photosensitization of curcumin on foods (fruits/vegetables, animal-derived food, and grain) were summarized comprehensively, including shelf-life extension, maintenance of physicochemical properties, nutritional quality, and sensory. Future research should focus on the development of novel curcumin-loaded materials used for food preservation, and most importantly, the biosafety and accumulation toxicity associated with these materials should be explored.
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- Xiang Lan
- Hisense Home Appliance Group Co., Ltd., Qingdao 266100, China
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- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China
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- Hisense Home Appliance Group Co., Ltd., Qingdao 266100, China
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- Hisense Home Appliance Group Co., Ltd., Qingdao 266100, China
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- Hisense Ronshen (Guangdong) Refrigerator Co., Ltd., Foshan 528303, China
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- Hisense Home Appliance Group Co., Ltd., Qingdao 266100, China
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- Hisense Home Appliance Group Co., Ltd., Qingdao 266100, China
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- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China.
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de Melo NJ, Tovar JSD, Dovigo LN, Dias LD, Bagnato VS, Inada NM. Natural versus synthetic curcuminoids as photosensitizers: photobleaching and antimicrobial photodynamic therapy evaluation. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2023; 42:103495. [PMID: 36940789 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2023.103495] [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: 11/29/2022] [Revised: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 03/23/2023]
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Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) has been studied as an alternative to combat bacterial resistance to the commonly used antibiotics. aPDT requires the use of a photosensitizer and curcumin is one of the more promising, though the usage of natural curcumin can be inconsistent in certain biomedical uses due to differences in soil condition and turmeric age, besides a large quantity of the plant is necessary to obtain useful amounts of the actual molecule. As such, a synthetic analogue is preferred as it is pure, and its components are better characterized. The present work studied photophysical differences in both natural and synthetic curcumin using photobleaching experiments and searched for whether differences existed in aPDT studies against Staphylococcus aureus. The results showed a faster O2 consumption and a singlet oxygen's generation rate lower by the synthetic curcumin, in comparison with the natural derivative. However, no statistical difference was observed when inactivating S. aureus and these results were following a concentration-based pattern. Thus, the use of synthetic curcumin is indicated, as it can be obtained in controlled amounts and with less environmental impact. Although there are small changes in a photophysical context comparing natural versus synthetic curcumins, we did not observe statistical differences in the photoinactivation of S.aureus bacteria, and reproducibility in biomedical contexts is better achieved with the synthetic analogue.
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- Nicolas Junhiti de Melo
- University of São Paulo, São Carlos Institute of Physics, Group of Optics, São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- University of São Paulo, São Carlos Institute of Physics, Group of Optics, São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Univ Estadual Paulista, Araraquara Dental School, Department of Social Dentistry, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- University of São Paulo, São Carlos Institute of Physics, Group of Optics, São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- University of São Paulo, São Carlos Institute of Physics, Group of Optics, São Carlos, SP, Brazil; Hagler Institute for Advanced Studies, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, United States of America
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- University of São Paulo, São Carlos Institute of Physics, Group of Optics, São Carlos, SP, Brazil.
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Hu Z, Tang Y, Jiang B, Xu Y, Liu S, Huang C. Functional liposome loaded curcumin for the treatment of Streptococcus mutans biofilm. Front Chem 2023; 11:1160521. [PMID: 37007057 PMCID: PMC10065455 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2023.1160521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/19/2023] Open
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Introduction: Plaque biofilms, mainly formed by Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), play an important role in the occurrence and development of dental caries. Antibiotic treatment is the traditional way to control plaque. However, problems such as poor drug penetration and antibiotic resistance have encouraged the search for alternative strategies. In this paper, we hope to avoid antibiotic resistance through the antibacterial effect of curcumin, a natural plant extract with photodynamic effects, on S. mutans. However, the clinical application of curcumin is limited due to its low water solubility, poor stability, high metabolic rate, fast clearance rate, and limited bioavailability. In recent years, liposomes have become a widely used drug carrier due to their numerous advantages, such as high drug loading efficiency, high stability in the biological environment, controlled release, biocompatibility, non-toxic, and biodegradability. So, we constructed a curcumin-loaded liposome (Cur@LP) to avoid the defect of curcumin.Methods: Cur@LP functioned with NHS can adhere to the surface of the S. mutans biofilm by condensation reaction. Liposome (LP) and Cur@LP was characterized by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and dynamic light scattering (DLS). The cytotoxicity of Cur@LP was evaluated by CCK-8 assay and LDH assay. The adhesion of Cur@LP to S. mutans biofilm was observed by confocal laser scanning microscope (CLSM). The antibiofilm efficiency of Cur@LP were evaluated by crystal violet staining, CLSM, and scanning electron microscope (SEM).Results: The mean diameter of LP and Cur@LP were 206.67 ± 8.38 nm and 312 ± 18.78 nm respectively. The ζ-potential of LP and Cur@LP were ∼−19.3 mV and ∼−20.8 mV respectively. The encapsulation efficiency of Cur@LP was (42.61 ± 2.19) %, and curcumin was rapidly released up to ±21% at 2 h. Cur@LP has negligible cytotoxicity, and can effectively adhered to the S. mutans biofilm and inhibited its growth.Discussion: Curcumin has been widely studied in many fields such as cancer, which can be attributed to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. At present, there are few studies on the delivery of curcumin to S. mutans biofilm. In this study, we verified the adhesion and antibiofilm of Cur@LP to S. mutans biofilm. This biofilm removal strategy has the potential to be translated into the clinic.
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Curcumin-loaded emulsions stabilized by the succinylated Antarctic krill proteins: Establishment of photodynamic inactivation to preserve salmon. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2023.114613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/24/2023]
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El-Saadony MT, Yang T, Korma SA, Sitohy M, Abd El-Mageed TA, Selim S, Al Jaouni SK, Salem HM, Mahmmod Y, Soliman SM, Mo’men SAA, Mosa WFA, El-Wafai NA, Abou-Aly HE, Sitohy B, Abd El-Hack ME, El-Tarabily KA, Saad AM. Impacts of turmeric and its principal bioactive curcumin on human health: Pharmaceutical, medicinal, and food applications: A comprehensive review. Front Nutr 2023; 9:1040259. [PMID: 36712505 PMCID: PMC9881416 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.1040259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 31.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2022] [Accepted: 11/09/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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The yellow polyphenolic pigment known as curcumin, originating from the rhizome of the turmeric plant Curcuma longa L., has been utilized for ages in ancient medicine, as well as in cooking and food coloring. Recently, the biological activities of turmeric and curcumin have been thoroughly investigated. The studies mainly focused on their antioxidant, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, hepatoprotective, and cardioprotective impacts. This review seeks to provide an in-depth, detailed discussion of curcumin usage within the food processing industries and its effect on health support and disease prevention. Curcumin's bioavailability, bio-efficacy, and bio-safety characteristics, as well as its side effects and quality standards, are also discussed. Finally, curcumin's multifaceted uses, food appeal enhancement, agro-industrial techniques counteracting its instability and low bioavailability, nanotechnology and focused drug delivery systems to increase its bioavailability, and prospective clinical use tactics are all discussed.
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- Mohamed T. El-Saadony
- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Key Laboratory of Tropical Translational Medicine of Ministry of Education, School of Pharmacy, Hainan Medical University, Haikou, China
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Soils and Water, Faculty of Agriculture, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jouf University, Sakaka, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Hematology/Oncology, Yousef Abdulatif Jameel Scientific Chair of Prophetic Medicine Application, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Poultry Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Veterinary Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Higher Colleges of Technology, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Entomology, Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Plant Production Department (Horticulture-Pomology), Faculty of Agriculture Saba Basha, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Benha University, Benha, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Microbiology, Infection and Immunology, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
- Department of Radiation Sciences, Oncology, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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- Department of Poultry Diseases, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
- Khalifa Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
- Harry Butler Institute, Murdoch University, Murdoch, WA, Australia
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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Effect of an antimicrobial photoinactivation approach based on a blend of curcumin and Origanum essential oils on the quality attributes of chilled chicken breast. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2023.114484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Teng X, Zhang M, Mujumdar AS. Phototreatment (below 1100 nm) improving quality attributes of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables: A review. Food Res Int 2023; 163:112252. [PMID: 36596164 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.112252] [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: 09/22/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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The emerging area of phototreatment technology has shown a significant potential to enhance the quality of fresh-cut fruit and vegetable products (FFVP). This review critically evaluates relevant literatures to address the potential for phototreatment technology (Red, blue, green, ultraviolet and pulsed light) applied to FFVP, outline the key to the success of phototreatment processing, and discuss the corresponding problems for phototreatment processing along with research and development needs. Base on photothermal, photophysical and photochemical process, phototreatment displays a great potential to maintain quality attributes of FFVP. The operating parameters of light, the surface properties and matrix components of the targeted material and the equipment design affect the quality of the fresh-cut products. To adapt current phototreatment technology to industrial FFVP processing, it is necessary to offset some limitations, especially control of harmful substances (For example, nitrite and furan) produced by phototreatment, comparison between different phototreatment technologies, and establishment of mathematical models/databases.
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- Xiuxiu Teng
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, 214122 Wuxi, Jiangsu, China; Jiangsu Province International Joint Laboratory on Fresh Food Smart Processing and Quality Monitoring, Jiangnan University, 214122 Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, 214122 Wuxi, Jiangsu, China; China General Chamber of Commerce Key Laboratory on Fresh Food Processing & Preservation, Jiangnan University, 214122 Wuxi, Jiangsu, China.
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- Department of Bioresource Engineering, Macdonald Campus, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Du T, Li X, Wang S, Su Z, Sun H, Wang J, Zhang W. Phytochemicals-based edible coating for photodynamic preservation of fresh-cut apples. Food Res Int 2023; 163:112293. [PMID: 36596197 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.112293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2022] [Revised: 11/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Nature-derived chemicals have recently gained increased attention to settle down the challenges in the food industry. Quercetin has long been used as a natural medicine but its photoactivity has been neglected. In this work, by combining photodynamic bacteria inactivation (PDI) with an edible coating (Pectin/Quercetin) derived from FDA-approved chemicals, extend shelf-life and protected commercial quality of fresh-cut apples were achieved. Firstly, the potential photoactivated antibacterial performance of Quercetin (a natural plant flavonoid) was clarified with the treatment of a simulated sunlight lamp, realizing antibacterial efficacy of 100 % towards S. aureus (50 min) and L. monocytogenes (80 min) with light treatment. To develop safe and effective preservation of fresh-cut apples, Pectin/Quercetin edible coatings with 100 μmol/L quercetin were adopted. The results showed that the prepared edible coatings form a protective barrier over the surface of apples, effectively resisting bacterial infection and extending shelf life to 10 days while maintaining good commercial quality (including preferable color, keeping 100 % hardness, 80 % sugar content and 17.3 % weightlessness rate). Therefore, the prepared light-driven Pectin/Quercetin in this work has the potential to develop as fresh-cut fruit preservation technology.
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- Ting Du
- College of Food Science and Engineering, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, PR China.
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Photodynamic Therapy with Nebulized Nanocurcumin on A549 Cells, Model Vessels, Macrophages and Beyond. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14122637. [PMID: 36559132 PMCID: PMC9781346 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14122637] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Revised: 11/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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This study aimed to determine the damage mechanisms caused by naturally targeted nanoarchaeosomes made of diether lipids from Halorubrum tebenquichense loaded with curcumin (CUR, nATC), which mediated photodynamic therapy (PDT) on A549 cells and on THP-1-macrophages, two cell types found in airway cancers. The effect of nATC- PDT on vessels modeled with a chicken embryo chorioallantoic membrane (CAM), after dropping the formulations on its surface covered with mucins, was also determined. nATCs are known to efficiently trap CUR for at least six months, constituting easy-to-prepare, stable formulations suitable for nebulization. CUR instead, is easily released from carriers such as liposomes made of ordinary phospholipids and cholesterol after a few weeks. Irradiated at 9 J/cm2, nATC (made of archaeolipids: Tween 80: CUR at 1:0.4:0.04 w:w, size 180 ± 40 nm, ζ potential -24 mV, 150 μg CUR/15 mg lipids/mL) was phototoxic (3.7 ± 0.5 μM IC50), on A549 cells after 24 h. The irradiation reduced mitochondrial membrane potential (ΔΨm), ATP levels and lysosomal functionalism, and caused early apoptotic death and late necrosis of A549 cells upon 24 h. nATC induced higher extra and intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) than free CUR. nATC-PDT impaired the migration of A549 cells in a wound healing assay, reduced the expression of CD204 in THP-1 macrophages, and induced the highest levels of IL-6 and IL-8, suggesting a switch of macrophage phenotype from pro-tumoral M2 to antitumoral M1. Moreover, nATC reduced the matrix metalloproteinases (MMP), -2 and -9 secretion, by A549 cells with independence of irradiation. Finally, remarkably, upon irradiation at 9 J/cm2 on the superficial vasculature of a CAM covered with mucins, nATC caused the vessels to collapse after 8 h, with no harm on non-irradiated zones. Overall, these results suggest that nebulized nATC blue light-mediated PDT may be selectively deleterious on superficial tumors submerged under a thick mucin layer.
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Assessment of the Effect of Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP) on the Hairtail ( Trichiurus lepturus) Quality under Cold Storage Conditions. Foods 2022; 11:foods11223683. [PMID: 36429278 PMCID: PMC9689270 DOI: 10.3390/foods11223683] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2022] [Revised: 11/10/2022] [Accepted: 11/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP) is a novel non-thermal preservation method that extends the shelf-life of food. Therefore, this study investigated the effect of CAP on the quality parameters of hairtail (Trichiurus lepturus) during cold storage conditions (at 4 °C and RH range 45−55%). For that reason, different quality parameters including the total bacteria count (TBC), total volatile basic nitrogen (TVB-N), pH, thiobarbituric acid reacting substances value (TBARS), color, texture, and sensory evaluation have been measured. The hairtail was exposed to CAP at 50 kV voltage for 2, 3, 4, and 5 min. The results showed that the samples treated with CAP at 50 kV for 5 min had significantly lower (p < 0.05) TBC (7.04 ± 0.26 log CFU/g) compared with the control sample (8.69 ± 0.06 log CFU/g). Similar results were found concerning TVB-N, which strongly decreased in the treated samples (16.63 ± 0.03 mg N/100 g) in comparison with the control sample (22.79 ± 0.03 mg N/100 g). In addition, the CAP-treated samples had lower (p < 0.05) changes in color than those of the control group. With reference to the sensory evaluation, the shelf-life of CAP-treated samples (at 50 kV for 5 min) was longer than the untreated samples by about 6 days. These results led us to the conclusion that CAP can effectively delay spoilage and deterioration, slow the rise in pH, and maintain the sensory attributes of hairtail during cold storage conditions.
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Yuan Y, Liu Q, Huang Y, Qi M, Yan H, Li W, Zhuang H. Antibacterial Efficacy and Mechanisms of Curcumin-Based Photodynamic Treatment against Staphylococcus aureus and Its Application in Juices. Molecules 2022; 27:molecules27207136. [PMID: 36296729 PMCID: PMC9612228 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27207136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 10/18/2022] [Accepted: 10/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Antimicrobial Photodynamic Treatment (aPDT) is a non-thermal sterilization technology, which can inactivate common foodborne pathogens. In the present study, photodynamic inactivation on Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) with different concentrations of curcumin and light dose was evaluated and the mechanisms were also investigated. The results showed that curcumin-based aPDT could inactivate S. aureus cells by 6.9 log CFU/mL in phosphate buffered saline (PBS). Moreover, the modified Gompertz model presented a good fit at the inactivation data of S. aureus. Photodynamic treatment caused cell membrane damage as revealed by analyzing scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images. Leakage of intracellular constituents further indicated that cell membrane permeability was changed. Flow cytometry with double staining demonstrated that cell membrane integrity and the activity of nonspecific esterase were destroyed. Compared with the control group, intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels caused by photodynamic treatment significantly increased. Furthermore, curcumin-based aPDT reduced S. aureus by 5 log CFU/mL in juices. The color of the juices was also tested using a Chromatic meter, and it was found that b* values were the most markedly influenced by photodynamic treatment. Overall, curcumin-based aPDT had strong antibacterial activity against S. aureus. This approach has the potential to remove foodborne pathogens from liquid food.
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Zhi J, Tang Q, Wu S, Kong B, Jiang J, Li Z, Wang Y, Xue C. Degradation of curcumin‐mediated photodynamic technology (PDT) on polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in oysters and toxicity evaluation of PDT‐treated oysters. Int J Food Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1111/ijfs.16065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Jinjin Zhi
- College of Food Science and Engineering Ocean University of China Qingdao 266003 China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering Ocean University of China Qingdao 266003 China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering Ocean University of China Qingdao 266003 China
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- Department of Chemistry, Shanghai Key Lab of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemistry for Energy Materials Fudan University Shanghai 200438 China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering Ocean University of China Qingdao 266003 China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering Ocean University of China Qingdao 266003 China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering Ocean University of China Qingdao 266003 China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering Ocean University of China Qingdao 266003 China
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Islam F, Saeed F, Afzaal M, Ahmad A, Hussain M, Khalid MA, Saewan SA, Khashroum AO. Applications of green technologies-based approaches for food safety enhancement: A comprehensive review. Food Sci Nutr 2022; 10:2855-2867. [PMID: 36171783 PMCID: PMC9469842 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.2915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 04/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Food is the basic necessity for life that always motivated man for its preservation and making it available for an extended period. Food scientists always tried to preserve it with minimum deterioration in quality by employing and investigating innovative preservation techniques. The food sector always remained in search of eco-friendly and sustainable solutions to tackle food safety challenges. Green technologies (ozone, pulsed electric field, ohmic heating, photosensitization, ultraviolet radiations, high-pressure processing, ultrasonic, nanotechnology) are in high demand owing to their eco-friendly, rapid, efficient, and effective nature in controlling microbes with a negligible residual impact on food quality during processing. The use of green technologies would be a desirable substitute for conventionally available preservation techniques. This paper discusses different food preservation techniques with special reference to green technologies to minimize the deleterious impact on the environment and employs these innovative technologies to play role in enhancing the food safety.
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- Fakhar Islam
- Department of Food SciencesGovernment College University FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- Department of Food SciencesGovernment College University FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- Department of Food SciencesGovernment College University FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- Department of Nutritional SciencesGovernment College University FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- Department of Food SciencesGovernment College University FaisalabadFaisalabadPakistan
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- Department of Food SciencesCollege of AgricultureUniversity of BasrahBasrahIraq
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- Department of Plant Production and ProtectionFaculty of AgricultureJerash UniversityJerashJordan
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Yu X, Zou Y, Zhang Z, Wei T, Ye Z, Yuk HG, Zheng Q. Recent advances in antimicrobial applications of curcumin-mediated photodynamic inactivation in foods. Food Control 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2022.108986] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Vesco G, Brambati M, Scapinello L, Penoni A, Mella M, Masson M, Gaware V, Maspero A, Nardo L. Asymmetric Phenyl Substitution: An Effective Strategy to Enhance the Photosensitizing Potential of Curcuminoids. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 15:843. [PMID: 35890142 PMCID: PMC9321223 DOI: 10.3390/ph15070843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2022] [Revised: 07/01/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Curcumin has been demonstrated to exhibit photosensitized bactericidal activity. However, the full exploitation of curcumin as a photo-pharmaceutical active principle is hindered by fast deactivation of the excited state through the transfer of the enol proton to the keto oxygen. Introducing an asymmetry in the molecular structure through acting on the phenyl substituents is expected to be a valuable strategy to impair this undesired de-excitation mechanism competing with the therapeutically relevant ones. In this study, two asymmetric curcumin analogs were synthesized and characterized as to their electronic-state transition spectroscopic properties. Fluorescence decay distributions were also reconstructed. Their analysis confirmed the substantial stabilization of the fluorescent state with respect to the parent compound. Nuclear magnetic resonance experiments were performed with the aim of determining the structural features of the keto-enol ring and the strength of the keto-enol hydrogen bond. Electronic structure calculations were also undertaken to elucidate the effects of substitution on the features of the keto-enol semi-aromatic system and the proneness to proton transfer. Finally, their singlet oxygen-generation efficiency was compared to that of curcumin through the 9,10-dimethylanthracene fluorescent assay.
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- Guglielmo Vesco
- Department of Science and High Technology, Università degli Studi dell’Insubria, Via Valleggio 11, 22100 Como, Italy; (G.V.); (M.B.); (L.S.); (A.P.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Science and High Technology, Università degli Studi dell’Insubria, Via Valleggio 11, 22100 Como, Italy; (G.V.); (M.B.); (L.S.); (A.P.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Science and High Technology, Università degli Studi dell’Insubria, Via Valleggio 11, 22100 Como, Italy; (G.V.); (M.B.); (L.S.); (A.P.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Science and High Technology, Università degli Studi dell’Insubria, Via Valleggio 11, 22100 Como, Italy; (G.V.); (M.B.); (L.S.); (A.P.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Science and High Technology, Università degli Studi dell’Insubria, Via Valleggio 11, 22100 Como, Italy; (G.V.); (M.B.); (L.S.); (A.P.); (M.M.)
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Iceland, Saemundargata 2, 102 Reykjavìk, Iceland; (M.M.); (V.G.)
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Iceland, Saemundargata 2, 102 Reykjavìk, Iceland; (M.M.); (V.G.)
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- Department of Science and High Technology, Università degli Studi dell’Insubria, Via Valleggio 11, 22100 Como, Italy; (G.V.); (M.B.); (L.S.); (A.P.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Science and High Technology, Università degli Studi dell’Insubria, Via Valleggio 11, 22100 Como, Italy; (G.V.); (M.B.); (L.S.); (A.P.); (M.M.)
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Gu W, Liu D, Sun J. Co-crystallization of curcumin for improved photodynamic inactivation of Vibrio parahaemolyticus and its application for the preservation of cooked clams. Int J Food Microbiol 2022; 378:109816. [PMID: 35749911 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2022.109816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Curcumin (CUR) is a natural active product widely used as photosensitizer in photodynamic inactivation (PDI) due to low toxicity and low cost. However, the main challenge that limit the efficacy of CUR in PDI are its low solubility in water medium and hence low bioavailability. The co-crystallization is a novel process enables improvements in physicochemical properties such as solubility and bioavailability of water insoluble compound by the incidence of molecular interactions between the active pharmaceutical ingredient and conformer. The main objective of this work is to produce CUR-d-Tyr co-crystal (CDC) by co-crystallization technique using d-Tyrosine (d-Tyr) as the conformer in order to increase CUR water solubility as well as antimicrobial photodynamic activity. CDC presented a different crystalline structure compared with pure CUR. The solubility of CDC in water medium was about 16.5 times greater than pure CUR. The co-crystallization process increased CUR-mediated photodynamic inactivation efficacy of Vibrio parahaemolyticus (V. parahaemolyticus), probably due to alterations in its bioavailability. Moreover, cell membrane damage and production of cytotoxic singlet oxygen (1O2) was proved as main photosensitization mechanism. Furthermore, the application of CDC-mediated PDI on cooked clam reduced weightlessness of cooked clams, inhibited lipid oxidation, and maintained a better appearance, serving as a promising preservation techniques in food industry.
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- Weiming Gu
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, PR China
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, PR China.
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, PR China
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The Efficiency of Lemon Essential Oil-Based Nanoemulsions on the Inhibition of Phomopsis sp. and Reduction of Postharvest Decay of Kiwifruit. Foods 2022; 11:foods11101510. [PMID: 35627080 PMCID: PMC9140209 DOI: 10.3390/foods11101510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2022] [Revised: 05/17/2022] [Accepted: 05/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Essential oils (EOs) have excellent antibacterial activity and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in food preservatives. However, the application of EOs is limited because of their strong volatility and easily oxidized. Encapsulation of EOs into nanoemulsions could effectively prevent oxidative deterioration. In this study, lemon essential oil-based nanoemulsion (LEO/NE) was prepared by high-pressure homogenization. FT-IR and encapsulation efficiency analysis indicated that LEO was effectively encapsulated in the nanoemulsion. The results of zeta potential changes after 35 d storage indicated that LEO/NE exhibits good stability at room temperature. The effect of LEO/NE on the main soft rot pathogens of kiwifruit Phomopsis sp. was investigated, and the results showed that LEO/NE significantly inhibited spore germination and mycelia growth of Phomopsis sp. by promoting ROS accumulation, intracellular antioxidant enzyme activities, and cell apoptosis. The preservation experiment was carried out by inoculating Phomopsis sp. spores into fresh kiwifruit, and the LEO/NE effectively inhibited soft rot development in kiwifruit in a LEO dose dependent manner. LEO/NE with 1% LEO loading amount has a good effect on preventing postharvest decay of kiwifruit caused by Phomopsis sp.
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Song J, Kim JY, You G, Kang YY, Yang J, Mok H. Formulation of Glycyrrhizic Acid-based Nanocomplexes for Enhanced Anti-cancer and Anti-inflammatory Effects of Curcumin. BIOTECHNOL BIOPROC E 2022; 27:163-170. [PMID: 35530367 PMCID: PMC9059693 DOI: 10.1007/s12257-021-0198-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Revised: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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In this study, nanocomplexes composed of glycyrrhizic acid (GA) derived from the root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra) were formulated for the delivery of curcumin (CUR). Sonication of amphiphilic GA solution with hydrophobic CUR resulted in the production of nanosized complexes with a size of 164.8 ± 51.7 nm, which greatly enhanced the solubility of CUR in aqueous solution. A majority of the CURs were released from these GA/ CUR nanocomplexes within 12 h. GA/CUR nanocomplexes exhibited excellent intracellular uptake in human breast cancer cells (Michigan cancer foundation-7/multi-drug resistant cells), indicating enhanced anti-cancer effects compared to that of free CUR. In addition, GA/CUR nanocomplexes demonstrated high intracellular uptake into macrophages (RAW264.7 cells), consequently reducing the release of the pro-inflammatory cytokine tumor necrosis factor-α. Furthermore, GA/CUR nanocomplexes successfully reduced the levels of serum pro-inflammatory cytokines and splenomegaly in a rheumatoid arthritis model.
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- Jihyeon Song
- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029 Korea
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- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029 Korea
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- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029 Korea
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- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029 Korea
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- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029 Korea
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- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029 Korea
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Munir Z, Banche G, Cavallo L, Mandras N, Roana J, Pertusio R, Ficiarà E, Cavalli R, Guiot C. Exploitation of the Antibacterial Properties of Photoactivated Curcumin as ‘Green’ Tool for Food Preservation. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23052600. [PMID: 35269742 PMCID: PMC8910554 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23052600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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In the search for non-chemical and green methods to counteract the bacterial contamination of foods, the use of natural substances with antimicrobial properties and light irradiation at proper light waves has been extensively investigated. In particular, the combination of both techniques, called photodynamic inactivation (PDI), is based on the fact that some natural substances act as photosensitizers, i.e., produce bioactive effects under irradiation. Notably, curcumin is a potent natural antibacterial and effective photosensitizer that is able to induce photodynamic activation in the visible light range (specifically for blue light). Some practical applications have been investigated with particular reference to food preservation from bacterial contaminants.
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- Zunaira Munir
- Department of Neurosciences, University of Turin, 10124 Turin, Italy; (Z.M.); (R.P.); (C.G.)
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- Bacteriology and Mycology Laboratory, Department of Public Health and Pediatric Science, University of Torino, Via Santena 9, 10126 Turin, Italy; (G.B.); (L.C.); (J.R.)
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- Bacteriology and Mycology Laboratory, Department of Public Health and Pediatric Science, University of Torino, Via Santena 9, 10126 Turin, Italy; (G.B.); (L.C.); (J.R.)
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- Bacteriology and Mycology Laboratory, Department of Public Health and Pediatric Science, University of Torino, Via Santena 9, 10126 Turin, Italy; (G.B.); (L.C.); (J.R.)
- Correspondence: (N.M.); (E.F.)
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- Bacteriology and Mycology Laboratory, Department of Public Health and Pediatric Science, University of Torino, Via Santena 9, 10126 Turin, Italy; (G.B.); (L.C.); (J.R.)
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- Department of Neurosciences, University of Turin, 10124 Turin, Italy; (Z.M.); (R.P.); (C.G.)
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- Department of Neurosciences, University of Turin, 10124 Turin, Italy; (Z.M.); (R.P.); (C.G.)
- Correspondence: (N.M.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Drug Science and Technology, University of Turin, 10125 Turin, Italy;
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- Department of Neurosciences, University of Turin, 10124 Turin, Italy; (Z.M.); (R.P.); (C.G.)
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Dai C, Lin J, Li H, Shen Z, Wang Y, Velkov T, Shen J. The Natural Product Curcumin as an Antibacterial Agent: Current Achievements and Problems. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:459. [PMID: 35326110 PMCID: PMC8944601 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11030459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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The rapid spread of antibiotic resistance and lack of effective drugs for treating infections caused by multi-drug resistant bacteria in animal and human medicine have forced us to find new antibacterial strategies. Natural products have served as powerful therapeutics against bacterial infection and are still an important source for the discovery of novel antibacterial drugs. Curcumin, an important constituent of turmeric, is considered safe for oral consumption to treat bacterial infections. Many studies showed that curcumin exhibited antibacterial activities against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. The antibacterial action of curcumin involves the disruption of the bacterial membrane, inhibition of the production of bacterial virulence factors and biofilm formation, and the induction of oxidative stress. These characteristics also contribute to explain how curcumin acts a broad-spectrum antibacterial adjuvant, which was evidenced by the markedly additive or synergistical effects with various types of conventional antibiotics or non-antibiotic compounds. In this review, we summarize the antibacterial properties, underlying molecular mechanism of curcumin, and discuss its combination use, nano-formulations, safety, and current challenges towards development as an antibacterial agent. We hope that this review provides valuable insight, stimulates broader discussions, and spurs further developments around this promising natural product.
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- Chongshan Dai
- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Veterinary Medicine, China Agricultural University, No. 2 Yuanmingyuan West Road, Beijing 100193, China; (J.L.); (Z.S.); (Y.W.)
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Detection Technology for Animal-Derived Food Safety, College of Veterinary Medicine, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Veterinary Medicine, China Agricultural University, No. 2 Yuanmingyuan West Road, Beijing 100193, China; (J.L.); (Z.S.); (Y.W.)
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Diagnostic and Traceability Technologies for Food Poisoning, Beijing Center for Disease Prevention and Control, Beijing 100193, China;
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Veterinary Medicine, China Agricultural University, No. 2 Yuanmingyuan West Road, Beijing 100193, China; (J.L.); (Z.S.); (Y.W.)
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Veterinary Medicine, China Agricultural University, No. 2 Yuanmingyuan West Road, Beijing 100193, China; (J.L.); (Z.S.); (Y.W.)
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Detection Technology for Animal-Derived Food Safety, College of Veterinary Medicine, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China
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- Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics, School of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC 3010, Australia
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Veterinary Medicine, China Agricultural University, No. 2 Yuanmingyuan West Road, Beijing 100193, China; (J.L.); (Z.S.); (Y.W.)
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Detection Technology for Animal-Derived Food Safety, College of Veterinary Medicine, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, China
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Enhancement of photodynamic bactericidal activity of curcumin against Pseudomonas Aeruginosa using polymyxin B. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2021; 37:102677. [PMID: 34890782 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2021.102677] [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] [Received: 09/17/2021] [Revised: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 12/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa) is an emerging opportunistic pathogen, which can cause bacterial skin diseases such as green nail syndrome, interdigital infections and folliculitis. Curcumin-mediated antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) has been demonstrated as a promising therapeutic option for the treatment of skin infection though its inactivation of gram-negative bacteria such as P. aeruginosa. MATERIALS AND METHODS In the present study, we examined the adjuvant effect of polymyxin B on the antibacterial activity of curcumin-mediated aPDT against P. aeruginosa. P. aeruginosa was treated with curcumin in the presence of 0.1-0.5 mg/L polymyxin B and irradiated by blue LED light (10 J/cm2). Bacterial cultures treated with curcumin alone served as controls. Colony forming units (CFU) were counted and the viability of P. aeruginosa was calculated after aPDT treatment. The possible underlying mechanisms for the enhanced killing effects were also explored. RESULTS The killing effects of curcumin-mediated aPDT against P. aeruginosa was significantly enhanced by polymyxin B (over 2-log reductions). Moreover, it was also observed that addition of polymyxin B in the curcumin-mediated aPDT led to the apparent bacterial membrane damage with increased leakage of cytoplasmic contents and extensive DNA and protein degradation. DISCUSSION The photodynamic action of curcumin against P. aeruginosa could be significantly enhanced by the FDA-approved drug polymyxin B. Our results highlight the potential of introducing polymyxin B to enhance the effects of aPDT treatment against gram-negative skin infections, in particular, P. aeruginosa.
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Current strategies of combating bacterial infections are limited and involve the use of antibiotics and preservatives. Each of these agents has generally inadequate efficacy and a number of serious adverse effects. Thus, there is an urgent need for new antimicrobial drugs and food preservatives with higher efficacy and lower toxicity. Edible plants have been used in medicine since ancient times and are well known for their successful antimicrobial activity. Often photosensitizers are present in many edible plants; they could be a promising source for a new generation of drugs and food preservatives. The use of photodynamic therapy allows enhancement of antimicrobial properties in plant photosensitizers. The purpose of this review is to present the verified data on the antimicrobial activities of photodynamic phytochemicals in edible species of the world’s flora, including the various mechanisms of their actions.
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Chibh S, Katoch V, Singh M, Prakash B, Panda JJ. Miniatured Fluidics-Mediated Modular Self-Assembly of Anticancer Drug-Amino Acid Composite Microbowls for Combined Chemo-Photodynamic Therapy in Glioma. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2021; 7:5654-5665. [PMID: 34724373 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.1c01023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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A particulate carrier with the ability to load a combination of therapeutic molecules acting via diverse modes to initiate cancer cell ablation would help heighten anticancer therapeutic outcomes and mitigate harmful side effects due to high doses of mono drug therapy. Moving a step closer, herein, we have developed doxorubicin-curcumin-amino acid-based composite microbowls (CMBs) following miniaturized fluid flow-based self-assembly. The CMBs were further exploited as dual chemo-photodynamic therapeutic agents in C6 glioma cells cultured in both two-dimensional (2D) monolayer and as three-dimensional (3D) spheroids. These CMBs showed synergistic and visible (blue)-light-sensitive cell-killing effects in both C6 cells and 3D spheroids. Furthermore, these bowl-shaped structures also demonstrated good stability and excellent in vitro cytocompatibility in C6 glioma cells. Our results indicated that CMBs with asymmetric cavities could potentially be used as a combinatorial drug carrier enabling simultaneous chemo- and phototherapy for effective cancer treatment. The use of blue light, from the visible part of the electromagnetic system, to generate the phototherapeutic effect further advocates for the ease and widespread applicability of the systems.
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- Sonika Chibh
- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector-81, Knowledge City, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 140306, Punjab, India
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- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector-81, Knowledge City, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 140306, Punjab, India
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- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector-81, Knowledge City, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 140306, Punjab, India
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- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector-81, Knowledge City, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 140306, Punjab, India
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- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector-81, Knowledge City, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 140306, Punjab, India
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Abd El-Hack ME, El-Saadony MT, Swelum AA, Arif M, Abo Ghanima MM, Shukry M, Noreldin A, Taha AE, El-Tarabily KA. Curcumin, the active substance of turmeric: its effects on health and ways to improve its bioavailability. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2021; 101:5747-5762. [PMID: 34143894 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.11372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 121] [Impact Index Per Article: 40.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2021] [Revised: 05/29/2021] [Accepted: 06/18/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) is a spice utilized widely in India, China, and Southeast Asia as an aromatic stimulant, a food preservative, and coloring material. The commonly used names of turmeric are castor saffron, turmeric, and saffron root. Turmeric is a yellow-orange polyphenolic natural substance derived from C. longa rhizomes. It has been used to treat common inflammatory diseases, tumors, biliary diseases, anorexia, cough, topical wounds, diabetic injuries, liver disorders, rheumatism, and sinusitis. Extensive studies on the biological properties and pharmacological consequences of turmeric extracts have been conducted in recent years. Curcumin, the primary yellow biocomponent of turmeric, has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticarcinogenic, antidiabetic, antibacterial, antiprotozoal, antiviral, antifibrotic, immunomodulatory, and antifungal properties. Defense assessment tests showed that curcumin is tolerated well at high doses, without adverse effects. Thus, curcumin is a highly active biological material with the potential to treat different diseases in modern medicine. This review article focuses on curcumin's biological characteristics. The most popular methods for curcumin encapsulation are also discussed. Several effective techniques and approaches have been proposed for curcuminoid capsulation, including nanocomplexing, gelation, complex coacervation, electrospraying, and solvent-free pH-driven encapsulation. This review also highlights curcumin's chemical properties, allowing the readers to expand their perspectives on its use in the development of functional products with health-promoting properties. © 2021 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Mohamed E Abd El-Hack
- Department of Poultry, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44511, Egypt
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- Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44511, Egypt
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44511, Egypt
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- Department of Animal Sciences, College of Agriculture, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan
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- Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Wealth Development, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Damanhour University, Damanhour 22511, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Department of Histology and Cytology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Damanhour University, Damanhour 22511, Egypt
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- Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Wealth Development, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Alexandria University, Edfina 22758, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, 15551, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates
- Harry Butler Institute, Murdoch University, Murdoch, 6150, Western Australia, Australia
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Wang D, Kyere E, Ahmed Sadiq F. New Trends in Photodynamic Inactivation (PDI) Combating Biofilms in the Food Industry-A Review. Foods 2021; 10:2587. [PMID: 34828868 PMCID: PMC8621587 DOI: 10.3390/foods10112587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2021] [Revised: 10/19/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Biofilms cause problems in the food industry due to their persistence and incompetent hygiene processing technologies. Interest in photodynamic inactivation (PDI) for combating biofilms has increased in recent years. This technique can induce microbial cell death, reduce cell attachment, ruin biofilm biomolecules and eradicate structured biofilms without inducing microbial resistance. This review addresses microbial challenges posed by biofilms in food environments and highlights the advantages of PDI in preventing and eradicating microbial biofilm communities. Current findings of the antibiofilm efficiencies of this technique are summarized. Additionally, emphasis is given to its potential mechanisms and factors capable of influencing biofilm communities, as well as promising hurdle strategies.
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- Dan Wang
- School of Food and Advanced Technology, Massey University, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand;
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- School of Food and Advanced Technology, Massey University, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand;
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- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, China;
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Latest Innovations and Nanotechnologies with Curcumin as a Nature-Inspired Photosensitizer Applied in the Photodynamic Therapy of Cancer. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:pharmaceutics13101562. [PMID: 34683855 PMCID: PMC8539945 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13101562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2021] [Revised: 09/15/2021] [Accepted: 09/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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In the context of the high incidence of cancer worldwide, state-of-the-art photodynamic therapy (PDT) has entered as a usual protocol of attempting to eradicate cancer as a minimally invasive procedure, along with pharmacological resources and radiation therapy. The photosensitizer (PS) excited at certain wavelengths of the applied light source, in the presence of oxygen releases several free radicals and various oxidation products with high cytotoxic potential, which will lead to cell death in irradiated cancerous tissues. Current research focuses on the potential of natural products as a superior generation of photosensitizers, which through the latest nanotechnologies target tumors better, are less toxic to neighboring tissues, but at the same time, have improved light absorption for the more aggressive and widespread forms of cancer. Curcumin incorporated into nanotechnologies has a higher intracellular absorption, a higher targeting rate, increased toxicity to tumor cells, accelerates the activity of caspases and DNA cleavage, decreases the mitochondrial activity of cancer cells, decreases their viability and proliferation, decreases angiogenesis, and finally induces apoptosis. It reduces the size of the primary tumor, reverses multidrug resistance in chemotherapy and decreases resistance to radiation therapy in neoplasms. Current research has shown that the use of PDT and nanoformulations of curcumin has a modulating effect on ROS generation, so light or laser irradiation will lead to excessive ROS growth, while nanocurcumin will reduce the activation of ROS-producing enzymes or will determine the quick removal of ROS, seemingly opposite but synergistic phenomena by inducing neoplasm apoptosis, but at the same time, accelerating the repair of nearby tissue. The latest curcumin nanoformulations have a huge potential to optimize PDT, to overcome major side effects, resistance to chemotherapy, relapses and metastases. All the studies reviewed and presented revealed great potential for the applicability of nanoformulations of curcumin and PDT in cancer therapy.
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Curcumin and Its New Derivatives: Correlation between Cytotoxicity against Breast Cancer Cell Lines, Degradation of PTP1B Phosphatase and ROS Generation. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms221910368. [PMID: 34638706 PMCID: PMC8508995 DOI: 10.3390/ijms221910368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2021] [Revised: 09/21/2021] [Accepted: 09/22/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Breast cancer is the most common cancer of women—it affects more than 2 million women worldwide. PTP1B phosphatase can be one of the possible targets for new drugs in breast cancer therapy. In this paper, we present new curcumin derivatives featuring a 4-piperidone ring as PTP1B inhibitors and ROS inducers. We performed cytotoxicity analysis for twelve curcumin derivatives against breast cancer MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cell lines and the human keratinocyte HaCaT cell line. Furthermore, because curcumin is a known antioxidant, we assessed antioxidant effects in its derivatives. For the most potent cytotoxic compounds, we determined intracellular ROS and PTP1B phosphatase levels. Moreover, for curcumin and its derivatives, we performed real-time microscopy to observe the photosensitizing effect. Finally, computational analysis was performed for the curcumin derivatives with an inhibitory effect against PTP1B phosphatase to assess the potential binding mode of new inhibitors within the allosteric site of the enzyme. We observed that two tested compounds are better anticancer agents than curcumin. Moreover, we suggest that blocking the -OH group in phenolic compounds causes an increase in the cytotoxicity effect, even at a low concentration. Furthermore, due to this modification, a higher level of ROS is induced, which correlates with a lower level of PTP1B.
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Photophysical properties and therapeutic use of natural photosensitizers. JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpap.2021.100052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Liu D, Gu W, Wang L, Sun J. Photodynamic inactivation and its application in food preservation. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2021; 63:2042-2056. [PMID: 34459290 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2021.1969892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Food incidents caused by various foodborne pathogenic bacteria are posing a major threat to human health. The traditional thermal and chemical-based procedures applied for microbial control in the food industry cause adverse effects on food quality and bacterial resistance. As a new means of innovative sterilization technology, photodynamic inactivation (PDI) has gained significant attention due to excellent sterilization effect, environmental friendliness, safety, and low cost. This review analyses new developments in recent years for PDI systems applied to the food preservation. The fundamentals of photosensitization mechanism, the development of photosensitizers and light source selection are discussed. The application of PDI in food preservation are presented, with the main emphasis on the natural photosensitizers and its application to inactivate in vitro and in vivo microorganisms in food matrixes such as fresh vegetable, fruits, seafood, and poultry. The challenges and future research directions facing the application of this technology to food systems have been proposed. This review will provide reference for combating microbial contamination in food industry.
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- Dan Liu
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, PR China
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, PR China
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, PR China
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Effect of Photosensitization Mediated by Curcumin on Carotenoid and Aflatoxin Content in Different Maize Varieties. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/app11135902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Mycotoxins are naturally occurring toxins produced by certain types of fungi that contaminate food and feed, posing serious health risks to human and livestock. This study evaluated the combination of blue light with curcumin to inactivate Aspergillus flavus spores, its effect on aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) production and maintaining carotenoid content in three maize varieties. The study was first conducted in vitro, and the spore suspensions (104 CFU·mL−1) were treated with four curcumin concentrations (25 and 50 µM in ethanol, 1000 and 1250 µM in propylene glycol) and illuminated at different light doses from 0 to 130.3 J·cm−2. The photoinactivation efficiency was light-dose dependent with the highest photoinactivation of 2.3 log CFU·mL−1 achieved using 1000 µM curcumin at 104.2 J·cm−2. Scanning electron microscopy revealed cell wall deformations as well as less density in photosensitized cells. Photosensitization of maize kernels gave rise to a complete reduction in the viability of A. flavus and therefore inhibition of AFB1 production, while no significant (p > 0.05) effect was observed using either light or curcumin. Moreover, photosensitization did not affect the carotenoids in all the studied maize varieties. The results suggest that photosensitization is a green alternative preservation technique to decontaminate maize kernels and reduce consumer exposure to AFB1 without any effect on carotenoid content.
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Huang J, Chen B, Zeng QH, Liu Y, Liu H, Zhao Y, Wang JJ. Application of the curcumin-mediated photodynamic inactivation for preserving the storage quality of salmon contaminated with L. monocytogenes. Food Chem 2021; 359:129974. [PMID: 33964662 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2021.129974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2020] [Revised: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 04/25/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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The effect of curcumin-mediated blue light-emitting diode (LED) photodynamic inactivation (PDI) for preserving the quality of salmon contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes was investigated by microbiological, physical, chemical and histological methods during sample storage at 4 ℃ and 25 ℃. The results showed that PDI decelerated the proliferation of L. monocytogenes on salmon during storage at 25 ℃, with the maximum inhibition reaching 4.0 log10 CFU/g (99.99%), compared to the negative control. Moreover, PDI greatly retarded the increase in pH (P < 0.05) and the production of TVB-N, retarded the accumulation of free fatty acids, and decelerated the degradation of proteins, ultimately preserving the high nutritional value of the salmon. In addition, PDI effectively prevented a change in colour and retarded the loss of water from the salmon, thereby conserving its texture and sensory properties. Therefore, PDI is a promising and valid non-thermal technology to use for fish preservation.
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- Jiaming Huang
- Department of Food Science, Foshan University, Foshan, 528000, China; College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China
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- Department of Food Science, Foshan University, Foshan, 528000, China
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- Department of Food Science, Foshan University, Foshan, 528000, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China; Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Aquatic Products on Storage and Preservation (Shanghai), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Shanghai 201306, China; Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Aquatic-Product Processing & Preservation, Shanghai 201306, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China; Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Aquatic Products on Storage and Preservation (Shanghai), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Shanghai 201306, China; Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Aquatic-Product Processing & Preservation, Shanghai 201306, China
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- Department of Food Science, Foshan University, Foshan, 528000, China; College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China.
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Effects of curcumin-based photodynamic treatment on quality attributes of fresh-cut pineapple. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2021.110902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Šudomová M, Hassan STS. Nutraceutical Curcumin with Promising Protection against Herpesvirus Infections and Their Associated Inflammation: Mechanisms and Pathways. Microorganisms 2021; 9:microorganisms9020292. [PMID: 33572685 PMCID: PMC7912164 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms9020292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2020] [Revised: 01/27/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Herpesviruses are DNA viruses that infect humans and animals with the ability to induce latent and lytic infections in their hosts, causing critical health complications. The enrolment of nutraceutical anti-herpesvirus drugs in clinical investigations with promising levels of reduced resistance, free or minimal cellular toxicity, and diverse mechanisms of action might be an effective way to defeat challenges that hurdle the progress of anti-herpesvirus drug development, including the problems with drug resistance and recurrent infections. Therefore, in this review, we aim to hunt down all investigations that feature the curative properties of curcumin, a principal bioactive phenolic compound of the spice turmeric, in regard to various human and animal herpesvirus infections and inflammation connected with these diseases. Curcumin was explored with potent antiherpetic actions against herpes simplex virus type 1 and type 2, human cytomegalovirus, Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus, Epstein–Barr virus, bovine herpesvirus 1, and pseudorabies virus. The mechanisms and pathways by which curcumin inhibits anti-herpesvirus activities by targeting multiple steps in herpesvirus life/infectious cycle are emphasized. Improved strategies to overcome bioavailability challenges that limit its use in clinical practice, along with approaches and new directions to enhance the anti-herpesvirus efficacy of this compound, are also reviewed. According to the reviewed studies, this paper presents curcumin as a promising natural drug for the prevention and treatment of herpesvirus infections and their associated inflammatory diseases.
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- Miroslava Šudomová
- Museum of Literature in Moravia, Klášter 1, 66461 Rajhrad, Czech Republic;
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- Department of Applied Ecology, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamýcká 129, 6-Suchdol, 16500 Prague, Czech Republic
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +420-774-630-604
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Dias VHC, Malacrida AM, Dos Santos AR, Batista AFP, Campanerut-Sá PAZ, Braga G, Bona E, Caetano W, Mikcha JMG. pH interferes in photoinhibitory activity of curcumin nanoencapsulated with pluronic® P123 against Staphylococcus aureus. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2020; 33:102085. [PMID: 33157329 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2020.102085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2020] [Revised: 10/13/2020] [Accepted: 10/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Microbial contamination control is a public health concern and challenge for the food industry. Antimicrobial technologies employing natural agents may be useful in the food industry for these purposes. This work aimed to investigate the effect of photodynamic inactivation using curcumin in Pluronic® P123 nanoparticles (Cur/P123) at different pH and blue LED light against Staphylococcus aureus. Bacterial photoinactivation was conducted using different photosensitizer concentrations and exposure times at pH 5.0, 7.2 and 9.0. A mixture design was applied to evaluate the effects of exposure time (dark and light incubation) on the photoinhibitory effect. S. aureus was completely inactivated at pH 5.0 by combining low concentrations of Cur/P123 (7.80-30.25 μmol/L) and light doses (6.50-37.74 J/cm2). According to the mathematical model, dark incubation had low significance in bacterial inactivation at pH 5.0 and 9.0. No effect in bacterial inactivation was observed at pH 7.2. Cur/P123 with blue LED was effective in inactivating S. aureus. The antimicrobial effect of photodynamic inactivation was also pH-dependent.
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- Department of Clinical Analyses and Biomedicine, State University of Maringá, Maringá, Paraná, Brazil.
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- Department of Chemistry, State University of Maringá, Maringá, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Food, Federal Technological University of Paraná, Campo Mourão, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, State University of Maringá, Maringá, Paraná, Brazil
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- Department of Agrarian Sciences, State University of Maringá, Maringá, Paraná, Brazil; Department of Clinical Analyses and Biomedicine, State University of Maringá, Maringá, Paraná, Brazil
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