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Okolo EA, de Alencar ER, Machado SG, Faroni LRD, Silva MVDA, Costa NADS, Falqueto A. Ozonation for Pseudomonas paracarnis control: biofilm removal and preservation of chicken meat during refrigerated storage. Braz J Microbiol 2023; 54:3051-3060. [PMID: 37910305 PMCID: PMC10689663 DOI: 10.1007/s42770-023-01157-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023] Open
Abstract
Ozone has been studied to control microorganisms in food, as well as to control biofilm. In this context, the goals of this work were to determine the effect of ozonated water in the removal of Pseudomonas paracarnis biofilm and the effect of ozone gas and ozonated water on inactivating P. paracarnis in deboned chicken breast meat and its effect on product color. AISI 304 coupons were used as a surface for biofilm formation. The coupons were immerged into minimal medium for Pseudomonas inoculated with the P. paracarnis overnight culture (1% w/v) followed by incubation at 25 °C for 7 days. To obtain ozonized water, two different systems were used: system with microbubble generator (MB) and system with porous stone diffuser (PSD). The inlet ozone concentration was 19 mg/L and flow rate of 1 L/min. The coupons were subjected to ozonized water for 10 and 20 min. The chicken breast meat was exposed to gaseous ozone and ozonized water for 40 min. After the ozonation process, chicken meat samples were stored at 8 °C, for 5 days. More expressive removals of biofilm were obtained when using ozonized water obtained in the system with microbubble generator (MB for 20 min-reduction of 2.3 log cycles) and system with porous stone diffuser (PSD for 10 min-reduction of 2.7 log cycles; PSD for 20 min-reduction of 2.6 log cycles). The treatment of chicken meat with ozone gas resulted in lower counting of Pseudomonas, when compared with the control treatments and with ozonized water, both immediately after ozonation (day 1) and after 5 days of storage. The luminosity in the chicken meat samples treated with ozonized water was higher than that verified in the control treatments and with ozone gas, immediately after ozonation (day 1). A similar trend was observed in hue angle and color difference, in which the highest values were obtained for treatment with ozonized water. Based on the results obtained in this study, it was concluded that ozonated water can be used to remove P. paracarnis biofilm from stainless steel under static conditions and gaseous ozone is more efficient in the inactivation of P. paracarnis from chicken breast meat, when compared to ozonated water.
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Affiliation(s)
- Ejima Akogwu Okolo
- Department of Agricultural Engineering, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Viçosa, MG, 36570900, Brazil
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Department, Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Imo State, P.M.B. 1036, Owerri, Nigeria
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- Department of Food Technology, INOVALEITE, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Viçosa, MG, 36570900, Brazil
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- Department of Food Technology, INOVALEITE, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Viçosa, MG, 36570900, Brazil
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Lin Z, Wang G, Zhang K, Jiang S, Li S, Yang H. Metabolomics investigation of global responses of Cronobacter sakazakii against common sanitizing in infant formula processing environments. Food Res Int 2023; 172:113162. [PMID: 37689917 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Revised: 06/14/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 09/11/2023]
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Cronobacter sakazakii, an opportunistic bacterium, has raised a serious outbreak in powdered infant formula recent years. In this work, four sanitizing strategies used during infant formula processing, including chlorine, quaternary ammonium chloride (QAC), 60 °C heating, and malic acid (MA), were utilized against C. sakazakii among planktonic, air-dried (A), and air-dried & washed (AW) state, followed by an exploration of the metabolic responses induced by these treatments via a dual-platform metabolomics analysis with the ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance. In the planktonic state, MA was the most effective in inhibiting bacterial growth, followed by chlorine, QAC, and 60 °C heating. Under A state, the efficacy of heating improved considerably, compared to that in the planktonic state, and remained unaltered under AW state. Chlorine and QAC were ineffective to control bacterial growth under A state, but their efficacy rose under AW state. Furthermore, the metabolomic analysis revealed chlorine induces amino acids catabolism, membrane lysis, and depression in carbohydrate and nucleotide metabolism in both planktonic and AW states, while the initiation of antioxidation mechanism was only found under AW state. Although the metabolic change caused by QAC in the planktonic state was similar to chlorine, the accumulation of osmoprotectant and membrane phospholipids within the AW cells reflected the effort to restore intracellular homeostasis upon QAC. Heating was characterized by considerable amino acid anabolism, along with mildly perturbed carbohydrate and nucleotide metabolism for heat shock protein preparation in both states. Lastly, MA promoted amino acid-dependent acid resistance under the planktonic state, and the regulation of antioxidation and osmoprotection under AW state. The metabolomics study elucidated the intracellular perturbation induced by common sanitizing, as well as the bacterial response, which provides insights for novel sanitization development.
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- Zejia Lin
- Department of Food Science & Technology, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117542, Singapore.
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- Department of Food Science & Technology, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117542, Singapore
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- Department of Food Science & Technology, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117542, Singapore
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- Department of Food Science & Technology, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117542, Singapore
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- Department of Food Science & Technology, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117542, Singapore
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- Shaoxing Key Laboratory of Traditional Fermentation Food and Human Health, Jiangnan University (Shaoxing) Industrial Technology Research Institute, Zhejiang 312000, China
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Botondi R, Lembo M, Carboni C, Eramo V. The Use of Ozone Technology: An Eco-Friendly Method for the Sanitization of the Dairy Supply Chain. Foods 2023; 12:foods12050987. [PMID: 36900504 PMCID: PMC10001170 DOI: 10.3390/foods12050987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023] Open
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The dairy field has considerable economic relevance in the agri-food system, but also has the need to develop new 'green' supply chain actions to ensure that sustainable products are in line with consumer requirements. In recent years, the dairy farming industry has generally improved in terms of equipment and product performance, but innovation must be linked to traditional product specifications. During cheese ripening, the storage areas and the direct contact of the cheese with the wood must be carefully managed because the proliferation of contaminating microorganisms, parasites, and insects increases significantly and product quality quickly declines, notably from a sensory level. The use of ozone (as gas or as ozonated water) can be effective for sanitizing air, water, and surfaces in contact with food, and its use can also be extended to the treatment of waste and process water. Ozone is easily generated and is eco-sustainable as it tends to disappear in a short time, leaving no residues of ozone. However, its oxidation potential can lead to the peroxidation of cheese polyunsaturated fatty acids. In this review we intend to investigate the use of ozone in the dairy sector, selecting the studies that have been most relevant over the last years.
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- Rinaldo Botondi
- Department for Innovation in Biological, Agro-Food and Forest Systems, University of Tuscia, 01100 Viterbo, Italy
- Correspondence:
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- Department for Innovation in Biological, Agro-Food and Forest Systems, University of Tuscia, 01100 Viterbo, Italy
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- Department for Innovation in Biological, Agro-Food and Forest Systems, University of Tuscia, 01100 Viterbo, Italy
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Alonso VPP, Gonçalves MPMBB, de Brito FAE, Barboza GR, Rocha LDO, Silva NCC. Dry surface biofilms in the food processing industry: An overview on surface characteristics, adhesion and biofilm formation, detection of biofilms, and dry sanitization methods. Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf 2023; 22:688-713. [PMID: 36464983 DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.13089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 11/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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Bacterial biofilm formation in low moisture food processing (LMF) plants is related to matters of food safety, production efficiency, economic loss, and reduced consumer trust. Dry surfaces may appear dry to the naked eye, however, it is common to find a coverage of thin liquid films and microdroplets, known as microscopic surface wetness (MSW). The MSW may favor dry surface biofilm (DSB) formation. DSB formation is similar in other industries, it occurs through the processes of adhesion, production of extracellular polymeric substances, development of microcolonies and maturation, it is mediated by a quorum sensing (QS) system and is followed by dispersal, leading to disaggregation. Species that survive on dry surfaces develop tolerance to different stresses. DSB are recalcitrant and contribute to higher resistance to sanitation, becoming potential sources of contamination, related to the spoilage of processed products and foodborne disease outbreaks. In LMF industries, sanitization is performed using physical methods without the presence of water. Although alternative dry sanitizing methods can be efficiently used, additional studies are still required to develop and assess the effect of emerging technologies, and to propose possible combinations with traditional methods to enhance their effects on the sanitization process. Overall, more information about the different technologies can help to find the most appropriate method/s, contributing to the development of new sanitization protocols. Thus, this review aimed to identify the main characteristics and challenges of biofilm management in low moisture food industries, and summarizes the mechanisms of action of different dry sanitizing methods (alcohol, hot air, UV-C light, pulsed light, gaseous ozone, and cold plasma) and their effects on microbial metabolism.
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- Vanessa Pereira Perez Alonso
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Tirpanci Sivri G, Abdelhamid AG, Kasler DR, Yousef AE. Removal of Pseudomonas fluorescens biofilms from pilot-scale food processing equipment using ozone-assisted cleaning-in-place. Front Microbiol 2023; 14:1141907. [PMID: 37125185 PMCID: PMC10140333 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1141907] [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: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 03/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/02/2023] Open
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Biofilm formation in food processing environment and within equipment increases the risk of product spoilage and contamination with pathogens. Cleaning-in-place (CIP) operations are useful in removing soils and in sanitizing processing equipment, including eliminating biofilms. However, CIP is a resource-intensive process, particularly in the usage of chemical detergents, heat, and sanitizers. The current study was initiated to investigate the feasibility of integrating ozone into CIP operations to facilitate the elimination of Pseudomonas biofilm, with the long-term goal of decreasing the dependance on conventional cleaning and sanitizing reagents. To investigate integrating ozone into CIP, a robust biofilm of Pseudomonas fluorescens was developed on a pilot-scale food processing equipment after 2 days of incubation in 10% skim milk (skim milk-water mixture, 1:9 v/v) under stagnant conditions, followed by additional 5 days of circulation while feeding 10% fresh skim milk. CIP was applied using water prerinse at 22-25°C, alkaline cleaning with 0.2% potassium hydroxide at 50°C, and a final water rinse. These CIP operations reduced planktonic cell populations below the detection method's limit but did not fully remove P. fluorescens biofilm from either smooth or rough surfaces of the processing equipment. When the CIP process was followed by application of an aqueous ozone step (10 ppm for 10 min), the treatment reduced biofilm cell population, on smooth and rough surfaces, below the recovery method's detection limit (0.9 and 1.4 log CFU/ 100 cm2, respectively). These findings demonstrate the utility of ozone-assisted CIP in eliminating microbial biofilms on processing equipment, but further research is needed to optimize the use of cleaning agents and the application of ozone.
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- Goksel Tirpanci Sivri
- Department of Food Science and Technology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, United States
- Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, Tekirdağ Namık Kemal University, Tekirdağ, Türkiye
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, United States
- Botany and Microbiology Department, Faculty of Science, Benha University, Benha, Egypt
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, United States
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, United States
- Department of Microbiology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, United States
- *Correspondence: Ahmed E. Yousef,
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The Use of Natural Methods to Control Foodborne Biofilms. Pathogens 2022; 12:pathogens12010045. [PMID: 36678393 PMCID: PMC9865977 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens12010045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2022] [Revised: 12/20/2022] [Accepted: 12/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Biofilms are large aggregates of various species of bacteria or other microorganisms tightly attached to surfaces through an intricate extracellular matrix. These complex microbial communities present quite the challenge in the food processing industry, as conditions such as raw meats and diverse food product content in contact with workers, drains, machinery, and ventilation systems, make for prime circumstances for contamination. Adding to the challenge is the highly resistant nature of these biofilm growths and the need to keep in mind that any antimicrobials utilized in these situations risk health implications with human consumption of the products that are being processed in these locations. For that reason, the ideal means of sanitizing areas of foodborne biofilms would be natural means. Herein, we review a series of innovative natural methods of targeting foodborne biofilms, including bacteriocins, bacteriophages, fungi, phytochemicals, plant extracts, essential oils, gaseous and aqueous control, photocatalysis, enzymatic treatments, and ultrasound mechanisms.
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Piechowiak T, Grzelak-Błaszczyk K, Sójka M, Balawejder M. One-time ozone treatment improves the postharvest quality and antioxidant activity of Actinidia arguta fruit. PHYTOCHEMISTRY 2022; 203:113393. [PMID: 35998832 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytochem.2022.113393] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The major aim of this study was to check the effect of one-time ozonation on selected quality parameters and antioxidant status of Actinidia arguta fruit. For this purpose, A. arguta fruit was ozonated with gas at a concentration of 10 and 100 ppm, which was carried out successively for 5, 15 and 30 min. Next, the selected quality attributes, antioxidants level as well as NADPH and mitochondrial energy metabolism in mini-kiwi fruit after ozonation were analysed. Our research has shown that ozonation reduced the level of yeast and mould without affecting the content of soluble solids or acidity. In turn, ozonation clearly influenced the antioxidant activity and the redox status of the fruit. The ozonated fruit was characterised by a lower level of ROS due to the higher level of low molecular weight antioxidants, as well as the higher activity of superoxide dismutase and catalase. In addition, improved quality and antioxidant activity of the fruit were indirectly due to improved energy metabolism and NADPH level. The ozonated fruit showed a higher level of ATP, due to both higher activity of succinate dehydrogenase and higher availability of NADH. Moreover, the increased level of NAD+ and the activity of NAD+ kinase and glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase contributed to higher levels of NADPH in the fruit.
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- Tomasz Piechowiak
- Department of Chemistry and Food Toxicology, Institute of Food Technology and Nutrition, University of Rzeszow, St. Cwiklinskiej 1a, 35-601, Rzeszow, Poland.
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- Institute of Food Technology and Analysis, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Lodz University of Technology, St. Stefanowskiego 2/22, 90-537, Lodz, Poland
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- Institute of Food Technology and Analysis, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Lodz University of Technology, St. Stefanowskiego 2/22, 90-537, Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Chemistry and Food Toxicology, Institute of Food Technology and Nutrition, University of Rzeszow, St. Cwiklinskiej 1a, 35-601, Rzeszow, Poland
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Understanding the Effect of Ozone on Listeria monocytogenes and Resident Microbiota of Gorgonzola Cheese Surface: A Culturomic Approach. Foods 2022; 11:foods11172640. [PMID: 36076825 PMCID: PMC9455919 DOI: 10.3390/foods11172640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2022] [Revised: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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The occurrence of Listeria monocytogenes on Gorgonzola cheese surface was reported by many authors, with risks arising from the translocation of the pathogen inside the product during cutting procedures. Among the novel antimicrobial strategies, ozone may represent a useful tool against L. monocytogenes contamination on Gorgonzola cheese rind. In this study, the effect of gaseous ozone (2 and 4 ppm for 10 min) on L. monocytogenes and resident microbiota of Gorgonzola cheese rind stored at 4 °C for 63 days was evaluated. A culturomic approach, based on the use of six media and identification of colonies by MALDI-TOF MS, was used to analyse variations of resident populations. The decrease of L. monocytogenes was less pronounced in ozonised rinds with final loads of ~1 log CFU/g higher than controls. This behaviour coincided with a lower maximum population density of lactobacilli in treated samples at day 28. No significant differences were detected for the other microbial determinations and resident microbiota composition among treated and control samples. The dominant genera were Candida, Carnobacterium, Staphylococcus, Penicillium, Saccharomyces, Aerococcus, Yarrowia, and Enterococcus. Based on our results, ozone was ineffective against L. monocytogenes contamination on Gorgonzola rinds. The higher final L. monocytogenes loads in treated samples could be associated with a suppressive effect of ozone on lactobacilli, since these are antagonists of L. monocytogenes. Our outcomes suggest the potential use of culturomics to study the ecosystems of complex matrices, such as the surface of mould and blue-veined cheeses.
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Shotgun metagenomic sequencing of bulk tank milk filters reveals the role of Moraxellaceae and Enterobacteriaceae as carriers of antimicrobial resistance genes. Food Res Int 2022; 158:111579. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Ozonation: an Evolving Disinfectant Technology for the Food Industry. FOOD BIOPROCESS TECH 2022; 15:2102-2113. [PMID: 35855202 PMCID: PMC9284478 DOI: 10.1007/s11947-022-02876-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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The food processing industry is currently facing challenges in delivering safe, healthy, and high-quality food. Constant monitoring at each step of the supply chain of food is vital to resolve the issue of food contamination. To achieve this aim and to meet consumer prospects, the technologies promoting the concept of clean label food have been widely cherished. Ozonation is one such advanced technology that assists in maintaining food product quality and safety. Its manifold approach and zero-by-product production make it a promising food disinfectant technique. Ozone due to its oxidative property has been widely used in sanitizing, washing, odor removal, water treatment, and in equipment, fruits, vegetable, and meat processing disinfection. Ozonation in foods is done in such a way that no nutritional, sensory, and physicochemical characteristics are altered. In this review, an attempt is made to give an overview of the impact and contribution of ozone as a disinfectant in food processing while comparing it with conventional disinfectants and its overall application in the food industry.
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Panebianco F, Rubiola S, Chiesa F, Civera T, Di Ciccio PA. Effect of gaseous ozone treatment on biofilm of dairy-isolated Pseudomonas spp. strains. Ital J Food Saf 2022; 11:10350. [PMID: 35832038 PMCID: PMC9272081 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2022.10350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2021] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Microbial biofilms existing in food industries have been implicated as important contamination sources of spoilage and pathogenic microorganisms in the finished products. Among the innovative strategies proposed to contrast biofilms in food environments, ozone is recognised as an environmentally friendly technology but there are few studies about its effect against bacterial biofilms. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of gaseous ozone (50 ppm for 6 h) in inhibition and eradication of biofilm formed by twenty-one dairyisolated Pseudomonas spp. strains. Before ozone treatments, all isolates were screened for biofilm formation according to a previously described method. Strains were then divided in four groups: weak, weak/moderate, moderate/strong, and strong biofilm producers based on the biofilm biomass value of each isolate determined using the optical density (OD - 595 nm). Inhibition treatment was effective on the strain (C1) belonging to the weak producers' group, on all strains classified as weak/moderate producers, on two strains (C8 and C12) belonging to the group of moderate/strong producers and on one strain (C13) classified as strong producer. Conversely, eradication treatments were ineffective on all strains tested, except for the strain C4 which reduced its biofilm-forming abilities after exposure to ozone gas. In conclusion, gaseous ozone may be used to enhance existing sanitation protocols in food processing environments, but its application alone not seems sufficient to contrast Pseudomonas spp. established biofilms.
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- Department of Veterinary Sciences, University of Turin, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Sciences, University of Turin, Italy
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