Essays about: "Antioxidants"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 56 essays containing the word Antioxidants.

  1. 1. Formulation and characterisation of novel edible-packaging for fruits and vegetables

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Livsmedelsteknik och nutrition (master)

    Author : Lola Sutton; Katerina Papa; [2023]
    Keywords : algae; edible packaging; carrageenan; cucumber; REL; oxidative stress; antioxidants; food engineering; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : This master's thesis investigated the potential of algae raw materials, specifically k-carrageenan and to a lesser extent alginate, as film-forming ingredients for the development of a novel edible packaging solutions. The project involved the testing and characterisation of several active ingredients of algal and plant origins both as extracts and as ingredients in films. READ MORE

  3. 2. Evaluation of antioxidant effect of an algae extract on skin: in vitro study

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för biomedicinsk vetenskap (BMV)

    Author : Oday Al Mustafa; [2023]
    Keywords : Algae extract; antioxidant; DPPH; microalgae; ROS; skin covered oxygen electrode; skin;

    Abstract : Algae extracts are used as cosmetic products and used as additives in specific foods because of their antioxidant activity. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) such as hydrogen peroxide and superoxide radicals are toxic on the skin and can be scavenged by antioxidants, which are abundant in microalgae. READ MORE

  4. 3. Avenanthramides as a means to slow rancidity development in oats

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Bioteknik (master); Lunds universitet/Bioteknik (CI)

    Author : Wing Tung Lo; [2022]
    Keywords : avenanthramides; rancidification; lipid oxidation; oats; antioxidants; biotechnology; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Cereal grains are an important staple in many diets across the globe. Being one of the most cultivated cereal crops worldwide, especially in Nordic countries, oats are known to have a high dietary fibre content and a nutritional value that makes them highly beneficial for human health. READ MORE

  5. 4. Utfodring med ensilage till slaktgris : effekter på köttkvalitet och fettsyrasammansättning

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management

    Author : Erika Ohlsson; [2022]
    Keywords : köttkvalitet; fettsyrasammansättning; slaktgris; ensilage; vallfoder; proteinfodermedel;

    Abstract : Ensilage är en potentiell proteinkälla till gris då vallens aminosyraprofil passar grisens behov bra. I Sverige är förutsättningarna för vallodling goda och vallen har positiv inverkan på odlingsmarken. Vallen kan även skapa ett mervärde då den har positiva effekter på grisens välfärd samt är lokalt odlad. READ MORE

  6. 5. Effects of polysaccharides and protein on rheological properties of a baobab-based sauce : cookable with sustained rheological properties

    University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular Sciences

    Author : Nora Ängmo; [2022]
    Keywords : Baobab fruit pulp; Rheology; Central Composite Design; viscosity; Protein; Pectin; Agar Agar; Experimental Design; Cookable;

    Abstract : Plant-based sustainable and nutritional food are a recent, growing trend setting out new opportunities for operators in the food value chain to ensure and reduce emissions from the global food production. Baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) fruit pulp, approved as a novel food, is rich in dietary fibres, antioxidants, and minerals. READ MORE