Binding interaction of laccases from Bacillus Subtilis after industrial dyes exposure: Molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation studies

Dyes are becoming more widely used around the world wide, but there is no effective bioremediation approach for removing them completely from the environment. Several dyes are mentioned to be degraded through bacteria; however, it's still unknown how the particular enzymes act throughout the dye degradation. The behavior and function of these enzymes in the biodegradation of azo dyes (Textile dyes) had been investigated experimentally by the numbers of the researchers, however, the molecular mechanisms remain unclear. Therefore, the interaction mechanisms of textile dye (methyl orange) with laccase from B. subtilis were explored through molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations, the three selected dyes (methyl orange, malachite green, and acid blue 62) that interact positively with laccase on the basis of their maximum binding energy, molecular docking results indicate that one of the three dyes is more stable as a target for degradation through Bacillus subtilis laccase. Therefore, subsequent research focused solely on one substrate: methyl orange. Molecular Dynamics simulation study was applied after the molecular docking to determine the interaction between laccases and methyl orange dyes. The trajectory was proved with root mean square deviation and root mean square fluctuation analysis. According to the molecular dynamics simulation results, laccase-methyl orange complexes remain stable during the catalytic reaction. So, this study demonstrates how laccase is involved in methyl orange bioremediation.

Decolorization and biodegradation of acid orange 7 by white-rot fungi / 生物工程学报

Azo dyes are widely used in textile, paper and packing industries, and have become one of the research hot spots in dye wastewater treatment because of their carcinogenicity, teratogenic mutagenicity, stable structure and degradation difficulty. In this study, the biodecolorization of acid orange 7 (AO7), an azo dye, by different white rot fungi was investigated, and the effect of different conditions on the decolorization rate of the dye was analyzed. At the same time, the degradation liquor was analyzed and the phytotoxicity experiment was performed to deduce the possible degradation pathway of AO7 and assess the toxicity of its degradation products. The results showed that the decolorization rate reached 93.46% in 24 h at pH 4.5, 28 ℃ by Pleurotus eryngii and Trametes versicolor when AO7 concentration was 100 mg/L. The biodegradation pathway of AO7 was initiated by the cleavage of the azo bond of AO7, generating p-aminobenzenesulfonic acid and 1-amino-2-naphthol. Subsequently, the sulfonic acid group of p-aminobenzene sulfonic acid was removed to generate hydroquinone. Moreover, the 1-amino-2-naphthol was de-ringed to generate phthalic acid and p-hydroxybenzaldehyde, and then further degraded into benzoic acid. Finally, hydroquinone and benzoic acid may be further oxidized into other small molecules, carbon dioxide and water. Phytotoxicity experiment showed that the toxicity of AO7 could be reduced by P. eryngii and T. versicolor.

Nutritional and Functional Properties of Wheat-Defatted Peanut-Orange Peel Composite Flour

The need to improve and enhance the nutritional quality of locally made foods (bakery and confectionaries) cannot be overemphasized. This study set out to meet this need by producing composite flours from wheat, defatted peanut and orange peel flour blends which will serve an even greater issue of reducing the cost of wheat importation and use. The samples were coded as follows: A-100:0:0, B-90:5:5, C-85:10:5, D-80:15:5, E-75:20:5 of wheat flour: Defatted peanut flour: orange peel flour. The flours produced were analyzed for functional, anti-nutrient, proximate, minerals, and phytochemical properties. The functional properties of flours; bulk density, swelling capacity, OAC, WAC, and Foaming capacity ranged from 0.43 to 0.93 g/ml, 0.89 to 5.67%, 0.47 to 2.55 g/L, 1.75 to 4.35ml/g, 0.52 to 10.56% respectively. The anti-nutritional properties: phytates, tannins, and trypsin inhibitor content of flours ranged from 0.0352 to 0.0845%, 0.040 to 0.600%, and 0.011 to 0.048mg/g respectively. The proximate composition of the flour samples, Moisture, Protein, fats, crude fibre, ash, carbohydrates, and energy values ranged from 5.58 to 9.55%, 6.33 to 15.64%, 1.06 to 3.51%, 0.24 to 4.07%, 1.42 to 2.65%, 85.37 to 64.58% and 376.34 to 352.47kcal/100g respectively. The mineral composition in the samples ranged from 232.05 to 394.62mg/100g for Ca, 76.09 to 122.27mg/100g for Mg, 6.71 to 29.42 mg/100g for Fe, 108.78 to 256.47mg/100g for K, 10.09 to 25.75 mg/100g for Zn. The phytochemical composition of the samples was as follows; 0.067-0.153%, for saponins; 0.043-1.457%, for alkaloids; 1.03-13.77mgGAE/g, for Total phenolics; 3.07-29.31mg/QE, for Total Flavonoids respectively. The composite flour herein produced demonstrates great potential for its use in the development of functional foods given its great nutrients and improved functional characteristics. However sample E with 75%wheat: 20%DPF: 5%OPF surpassed all other samples in terms of the quality attributes and therefore was the best of the formulations.

La Economia Colaborativa: propuesta de bases conceptuales para su estudio / The Sharing Economy: a proposal of conceptual basis for its study / A Economia Colaborativa: uma proposta de base conceptual para o seu estudo

RESUMEN En este documento se presentan las bases conceptuales para el estudio de la Economia Colaborativa. Se plantean las diferencias entre las modalidades de intercambio econômico emergentes a partir de la mediación tecnológica, tales como la economia de conciertos y la economia digital. Para esto, se realizó una búsqueda bibliográfica a partir de la metodologia de revision sistemática de literatura para ciencias sociales y económicas en Scopus, WoS y Redalyc en el periodo 2008-2019. Este ejercicio permitió ubicar a la economia colaborativa como una nueva institución económica que posee cuatro subsectores: consumo, producción, educación y finanzas. La economía colaborativa se distingue por las soluciones particulares, la forma de solucionar las necesidades de las personas y en la creación de comunidad. El documento concluye que a) es importante que la academia y los estados miren con detenimiento las diferencias entre las modalidades estudiadas y b) la economia colaborativa es un mecanismo para el cambio social.

ABSTRACT This paper presents the conceptual bases for the study of the Sharing Economy. The differences between the modalities of economic exchange emerging from technological mediation, such as the gig economy and the digital economy are presented. For this purpose, a literature search was conducted using the systematic literature review methodology for social sciences and economics in Scopus, WoS and Redalyc in the period 2008-2019. This exercise allowed us to locate the Sharing Economy as a new economic institution with four subsectors: consumption, production, education and finance. The Sharing Economy is distinguished by particular solutions, the way of solving people's needs and in the creation of community. The document concludes that a) it is important for academia and states to look carefully at the differences between the modalities studied and b) the collaborative economy is a mechanism for social change.

RESUMO Este documento apresenta a base conceitual para o estudo da Economia Colaborativa. As diferenças entre os modos emergentes de intercâmbio econômico através da mediação tecnológica, como a economia gig e a economia digital, são discutidas. Para este fim, foi realizada uma pesquisa bibliográfica utilizando a metodologia de revisão sistemática de literatura para ciências sociais e economia em Scopus, WoS e Redalyc no periodo 2008-2019. Este exercício nos permitiu identificar a economia colaborativa como uma nova instituição econômica com quatro sub-setores: consumo, produção, educação e finanças. A economia colaborativa se distingue por soluções particulares na forma como as necessidades das pessoas são resolvidas e na criação de comunidade. O documento conclui que a) é importante para o meio acadêmico e os estados examinar de perto as diferenças entre as modalidades estudadas e b) a economia colaborativa é um mecanismo de mudança social.

Alternativas fitoterápicas no controle da obesidade / Phytotherapy alternatives in obesity control / Alternativas herbales en el control de la obesidad

Nos últimos anos, a obesidade vem aumentando consideravelmente entre adultos e crianças e, segundo a OMS, estima-se que em 2025 o número de obesos ultrapasse a 2,3 milhões em todo o mundo. O indivíduo obeso apresenta maiores riscos de desenvolver doenças crônicas não transmissíveis, como diabetes, doenças cardiovasculares, dislipidemias e ainda alguns tipos de cânceres. O tratamento para a obesidade é variado e inclui mudanças no estilo de vida como: hábitos alimentares e prática de atividade física, tratamento medicamentoso, cirurgia bariátrica e fitoterápicos com o potencial de auxiliar no tratamento. O objetivo deste trabalho foi realizar uma revisão bibliográfica a fim de avaliar os benefícios da utilização de medicamentos fitoterápicos como auxiliar no tratamento da obesidade, seus principais ativos, mecanismos de ação e sua utilização popular. Dentre as plantas pesquisadas e que demonstraram potencial para atuar no tratamento da obesidade encontram-se Camelia sinensis, Citrus aurantium, Hibiscus sabdariffa, Coffea arabica, Ephedra sinica, Zingiber oficinale e Senna alexandrina. Os principais mecanismos de ação envolvidos no potencial anti-obesidade das plantas medicinais são a capacidade de controle do apetite e ingestão de energia, estímulo da termogênese, inibição da lipase pancreática e redução da absorção de gordura, diminuição da lipogênese e aumento da lipólise. Desta forma, conclui-se que as plantas selecionadas neste estudo apresentaram efeitos positivos nos parâmetros bioquímicos e físicos, podendo ser incluídas nos protocolos como coadjuvantes nos tratamentos de emagrecimento.

In recent years, obesity has increased considerably among adults and children and according to the WHO, it is estimated that in 2025 the number of obese people will exceed 2.3 million worldwide. The obese individual is at greater risk of developing non-communicable chronic diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, dyslipidemia and even some types of cancer. The treatment for obesity is varied, including changes in lifestyle such as eating habits and physical activity, drug treatment, bariatric surgery and phytotherapy with the potential to aid in the treatment. The objective of this work was to carry out a literature review, evaluating the benefits of using herbal medicines as an aid in the treatment of obesity, their main assets, mechanisms of action and their popular use. Among the plants researched and that have shown potential to act in the treatment of obesity are Camelia sinensis, Citrus aurantium, Hibiscus sabdariffa, Coffea arabica, Ephedra sinica, Zingiber officiale and Senna alexandrina. The main mechanisms of action involved in the antiobesity potential of medicinal plants are the ability to control appetite and energy intake, thermogenesis stimulation, pancreatic lipase inhibition and reduction of fat absorption, lipogenesis decrease and lipolysis increase. Thus, it is concluded that the plants selected in this study showed positive effects on biochemical and physical parameters, and can be included in the protocols as adjuvants in weight loss treatments.

En los últimos años, la obesidad ha aumentado considerablemente entre adultos y niños y, según la OMS, se estima que en 2025 el número de obesos superará los 2,3 millones en todo el mundo. Los individuos obesos tienen un mayor riesgo de desarrollar enfermedades crónicas no transmisibles, como la diabetes, las enfermedades cardiovasculares, las dislipidemias e incluso algunos tipos de cáncer. El tratamiento de la obesidad es variado e incluye cambios en el estilo de vida como: hábitos alimenticios y práctica de actividad física, tratamiento farmacológico, cirugía bariátrica y medicamentos a base de hierbas con potencial para ayudar en el tratamiento. El objetivo de este trabajo fue realizar una revisión bibliográfica para evaluar los beneficios del uso de las hierbas medicinales como ayuda en el tratamiento de la obesidad, sus principales activos, mecanismos de acción y su uso popular. Entre las plantas investigadas y que mostraron potencial para actuar en el tratamiento de la obesidad están Camelia sinensis, Citrus aurantium, Hibiscus sabdariffa, Coffea arabica, Ephedra sinica, Zingiber oficinale y Senna alexandrina. Los principales mecanismos de acción implicados en el potencial antiobesidad de las plantas medicinales son la capacidad de controlar el apetito y la ingesta de energía, estimular la termogénesis, inhibir la lipasa pancreática y reducir la absorción de grasas, disminuir la lipogénesis y aumentar la lipólisis. Por lo tanto, se concluye que las plantas seleccionadas en este estudio mostraron efectos positivos sobre los parámetros bioquímicos y físicos, y pueden ser incluidas en los protocolos como coadyuvantes en los tratamientos de pérdida de peso.

Chemical and biological assessment of high value pharmaceutical raw material from Egyptian orange peel

In Egypt, orange juice industries generate huge amount of waste peel that could be a source of raw materials with high value and economic return. Here, we explored a better model for waste management of citrus processing waste in Egypt by developing an ecofriendly method for preparation of value added materials. A high grade pectin (HGP) was obtained from the crude acidic water extract of the peel after passing through Diaion HP20 column. The HGP showed potent antidiabetic activity at lower dose than those reported in literature. It possessed significant effect on blood glucose (BG) level, as well as parameters relevant to liver and kidney functions in streptozotocin (STZ) induced diabetic rats. On the other hand, the essential oil (EO) prepared by cold press showed the highest yield (0.72% w/w) and it is the most applicable method of isolate orange oil on pilot scale. EO showed significant antimicrobial activity against the tested food borne pathogens. In conclusion, high value materials — HGP and EO were prepared on pilot scale from the waste orange peel. While the HGP can be included in food supplement for diabetic patients, EO can be used as a natural food preservative.

Compost de cáscara de naranja: una alternativa de aprovechamiento y ciclaje de materia orgánica en la Región Caribe de Colombia / Orange peel compost: an alternative for organic matter use and cycling in the Caribbean Region of Colombia / Composto de casca de laranja: uma alternativa para uso de matéria orgánica e ciclagem na região caribenha da Colômbia

RESUMEN Las industrias de alimentos generan residuos orgánicos que ejercen presión sobre el ambiente, pero que, seleccionados y procesados, son insumo para acondicionadores de suelos. El objetivo del presente trabajo fue caracterizar el compost derivado de la descomposición de residuos de la agroindustria de jugo de naranja como alternativa de ciclaje de materia orgánica en clima semiárido. Se recolectó cáscara de naranja, suelo, hojarasca, cascarilla de arroz y gallinaza, con los que se conformó seis tratamientos modificando su porcentaje. Se evaluó color; olor textura, humedad, temperatura, pH, conductividad eléctrica, N, P K, Ca, S, Mg, Na, Carbono y diversidad microbiológica. Los resultados analíticos fueron comparados con la norma técnica colombiana NTC 5167. Se reportó aportes de nutrientes <1%, pH alcalino, CE elevada, baja carga microbiana y presencia de patógenos vegetales en T1, T2, T3 y T5, siendo T6 el que mostró mayor abundancia y diversidad de especies. El producto obtenido en los diferentes tratamientos cumple con los paramentos de pH, CE y humedad, pero cuatro de los seis tratamientos presentaron patógenos que pueden limitar su utilización en labores agricolas siendo necesario monitoreo de la actividad microbiológica en el proceso.

ABSTRACT Food industries generate organic waste that puts pressure on the environment, but selected and processed are inputs for soil conditioners. The objective of this work was to characterize the compost derived from decomposition residues of orange juice agribusiness as an alternative for the use and cycling of organic matter in a semi-arid climate. Orange peel, soil, litter; rice husk, and chicken manure were collected, and six treatments were formed by modifying the percentage of inputs. Color odor texture, humidity temperature, pH, electrical conductivity, N, P, K, Ca, S, Mg, Na, Carbon, and microbiological diversity were evaluated. The results were compared with the Colombian technical standard NTC 5167. The results showed contributions of nutrients <1%, alkaline pH, high EC, low microbial load, and presence of plant pathogens in T1, T2, T3, and T5, being T6 the one that showed the highest abundance and diversity of species. The product obtained in the different treatments complies with the parameters of pH, EC, and humidity. Still, four of the six treatments presented pathogens that can limit their use in agricultural work, so monitoring the microbiological activity in the process is necessary.

RESUMO As indústrias alimentícias geram resíduos orgánicos que pressionam o meio ambiente, mas selecionados e processados são insumos para condicionadores do solo. O objetivo deste trabalho foi caracterizar o composto derivado de resíduos da decomposição da agroindústria de suco de laranja como alternativa para o aproveitamento e ciclagem da matéria orgánica em um clima semi-árido. Foram coletados casca de laranja, solo, serapilheira, casca de arroz e esterco de galinha, e formados seis tratamentos modificando a porcentagem de insumos. Foram avaliados cor odor textura, umidade, temperatura, pH, condutividade elétrica, N, P, K, Ca, S, Mg, Na, Carbono e diversidade microbiológica. Os resultados foram comparados com o padrão técnico colombiano NTC 5167. Os resultados mostraram contribuições de nutrientes <1%, pH alcalino, CE alto, baixa carga microbiana e presença de fitopatógenos em T1, T2, T3 e T5, sendo T6 o aquele que apresentou a maior abundáncia e diversidade de espécies. O produto obtido nos diferentes tratamentos obedece aos parámetros de pH, CE e umidade. Ainda assim, quatro dos seis tratamentos apresentaram patógenos que podem limitar seu uso na agricultura, sendo necessário o monitoramento da atividade microbiológica no processo.

Potential of X-ray imaging to detect citrus granulation in different cultivars with progress in harvesting time

Granulation, a physiological disorder of citrus is manifested by shriveled juice sacs and internal dryness. Extractable juice in granulated tissue is drastically reduced as a consequence of gelatinization and secondary epidermis formation. Since, the defect cannot be detected externally it leads to consumer dissatisfaction and poor returns to farmers. Processing industry also faces huge economic loss due to reduction in the juice recovery from granulated fruit. In this context, here, we studied the possibility of developing an image processing algorithm through MATLAB software to detect granulation with advancement of maturity via X-ray micrographs. Fruit of eight citrus cultivars comprising of granulation susceptible and tolerant varieties harvested at four different intervals were exposed to X-rays. Voltage of 46 kV and current of 6.5 mA given to fruit for an exposure time of 320 mAs gave the best X-ray image contrasts. The developed algorithm could effectively distinguish the healthy and granulated fruit with an accuracy of 90% as validated by subsequent destructive analysis when estimated for four different harvesting dates. The imaging technique can be employed by the processors to determine the severity of granulation and to sort out fruit online which will help in saving economic losses.

Efeitos da ingestão do suco de laranja Pera e suco de laranja Moro na microbiota intestinal e marcadores inflamatórios em indivíduos com obesidade / Effect of Pera and Moro orange juice consumption on the gut microbiota and inflammatory parameters in volunteers with obesity

A obesidade é uma doença complexa que está associada inflamação crônica de baixo grau que contribui para o desenvolvimento de diversos distúrbios metabólicos como a resistência à insulina e estudos recentes sugerem a influência da microbiota intestinal no desenvolvimento e manutenção da doença. Diversos estudos apontam para o benefício da ingestão de frutas e vegetais na prevenção e tratamento de doenças crônicas. O suco de laranja contém diversos compostos bioativos com ações anti-inflamatórias, antioxidantes com efeitos na composição da microbiota intestinal. Deste modo, o objetivo principal deste estudo foi avaliar os efeitos da ingestão do suco de laranja Pera e Moro sobre a composição da microbiota intestinal e de parâmetros inflamatórios em voluntários com obesidade e resistência à insulina. Foi realizado um ensaio clínico crossover com suplementação de suco de laranja (400ml/dia) por 15 dias com um período de washout de 40 dias. As análises de sangue, fezes, urina, composição corporal, consumo alimentar foram realizadas antes e após cada intervenção. A comparação entre os tratamentos foi realizada utilizando equações de estimativas generalizadas e adotou-se um nível de significância de 5%. Em relação à microbiota intestinal, em ambos os tratamentos, os dois filos mais abundantes foram Firmicutes e Actinobateria. Dos gêneros analisados, observou-se maior abundância de Bifidobacterium após a suplementação com o suco de laranja Moro. O suco de laranja Pera promoveu uma diminuição da zonulina e o suco de laranja Moro contribuiu para redução de citocinas inflamatórias, diminuição da pressão arterial e aumento nos níveis de acetato nas fezes. Após a separação dos voluntários por grau de obesidade, observamos que o suco de laranja Moro contribuiu para o aumento na abundância de Akkermansia, Alistipes, Bacteroides e Catenibacterium em indivíduos com obesidade grau 3. Além disso, em ambos os sucos encontramos redução da razão Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes e aumento da excreção de metabólitos de flavonoides após os tratamentos. Diante destes resultados, conclui-se que o suco de laranja Pera apresentou ações positivas sobre a permeabilidade intestinal e o suco de laranja Moro promoveu efeitos mais expressivos na modulação da inflamação associada à obesidade e da microbiota intestinal

Obesity is a complex disease that is associated with low-grade chronic inflammation, and it contributes to the development of several metabolic disorders such as insulin resistance, and recent studies suggest the influence of the intestinal microbiota in the development and maintenance of the disease. Several studies have suggested the benefit of fruits and vegetables consumption in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. The orange juice contains some bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions with effects in the composition of the gut microbiota. Thus, the main objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of Pera and Moro orange juice consumption on the composition of the gut microbiota and inflammatory parameters in volunteers with obesity and insulin resistance. A crossover clinical trial was carried out with orange juice supplementation (400ml/day) for 15 days with a washout period of 40 days. Blood, feces, urine, body composition, food consumption were analyzed before and after each intervention. Comparison between treatments was performed using generalized estimating equations and a significance level of 5% was adopted. In relation to gut microbiota, in both treatments, the two most abundant phyla were Firmicutes and Actinobateria. In the analysis of bacterial genera, a greater abundance of Bifidobacterium was observed after supplementation with Moro orange juice. The Pera orange juice reduced zonulin and Moro orange juice contributed to a reduction on inflammatory cytokines, a decrease in blood pressure and an increase in acetate levels in the stool. After separating the volunteers by degree of obesity, we observed that Moro orange juice contributed to the increase in the abundance of Akkermansia, Alistipes, Bacteroides and Catenibacterium in individuals with grade 3 obesity. Furthermore, in both juices we found a reduction in the Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes ratio and increased excretion of flavonoid metabolites after treatments. Therefore, we concluded that Pera orange juice had positive actions on intestinal permeability and Moro orange juice promoted more expressive effects on the modulation of inflammation associated with obesity and on the intestinal microbiota

Fermentación alcohólica por Saccharomyces cerevisiae y cuantificación de flavonoides del zumo de Citrus x clementina (naranja)

Objetivo: elaborar una bebida por fermentación alcohólica y la cuantificación de flavonoides del zumo de Citrus x clementina (naranja). Metodología: se utilizó el método de fermentación alcohólica por levadura de la variedad Saccharomyces cerevisiae, se fermento el jugo de naranja con una densidad de 1,050 glcm3 por 5 semanas y se cuantificó los flavonoides de la bebida alcohólica por el método de cromatografía HPLC. Resultados: después de las 5 semanas se analizó que la bebida por fermentación alcohólica tuvo un 11 % de alcohol y flavonoides de hesperidina 13,9 mgl100 ml y naringenina 6,3 mg/100 ml en su concentración.

SUMMARY Aim: to elaborate a drink by alcoholic fermentation and the quantification of flavonoids in Citrus x clementine (orange) juice. Methodology: the method of alcoholic fermentation by yeast of the Saccharomyces cerevisiae variety was used, the orange juice was fermented with a density of 1.050 glcm3 for 5 weeks and the flavonoids of the alcoholic beverage were quantified by the HPLC chromatography method. Results: after 5 weeks it was analyzed that the drink by alcoholic fermentation had 11 % alcohol and hesperidin flavonoids 13.9 mgl100 ml and 6.3 mg/100 ml naringenin in its concentration.

Objetivo: elaborar uma bebida por fermentação alcoólica e quantificação de flavonóides no suco Citrus x clementina (laranja). Metodologia: foi utilizado o método de fermentação alcoólica por levedura da variedade Saccharomyces cerevisiae, o suco de laranja foi fermentado com densidade de 1,050 glcm3 por 5 semanas e os flavonóides da bebida alcoólica foram quantificados pelo método de cromatografía HPLC. Resultados: após 5 semanas foi analisado que a bebida por fermentação alcoólica continha álcool a 11 % e flavonóides de hesperidina 13,9 mgl100 ml e 6,3 mg/100 ml naringenina em sua concentração.

Influência do Consumo de Suco de Laranja (Citrus Sinensis) na Remodelação Cardíaca de Ratos Submetidos a Infarto do Miocárdio / Influence of Consumption of Orange Juice (Citrus Sinensis) on Cardiac Remodeling of Rats Submitted to Myocardial Infarction

Resumo Fundamento O suco de laranja (SL) é rico em polifenóis com propriedades anti-inflamatórias e antioxidantes. Após o infarto do miocárdio (IM), mudanças complexas ocorrem na estrutura e na função cardíacas, processo conhecido como remodelação cardíaca (RC). O estresse oxidativo e a inflamação podem modular esse processo. Nossa hipótese foi a de que o consumo de SL atenua a RC após o IM. Objetivos Avaliar a influência do SL sobre a RC após IM pela análise de variáveis funcionais, morfológicas, de estresse oxidativo, de inflação, e de metabolismo energético. Métodos Um total de 242 ratos machos pesando entre 200 e 250g foram submetidos a um procedimento cirúrgico (ligação da artéria coronária ou cirurgia simulada). Sete dia após a cirurgia, os animais sobreviventes foram divididos para um dos quatro grupos: 1) SM, animais sham que receberam água e maltodextrina (n= 20); 2) SSL, animais sham que receberam SL (n= 20); 3) IM, animais infartados que receberam água e maltodextrina (n= 40); e 4) ISL, animais infartados que receberam SL (n = 40). A análise estatística foi realizada pelo teste de ANOVA com dois fatores com o teste de Holm-Sidak. Os resultados foram apresentados em média ± desvio padrão, e o nível de significância adotado foi de 5%. Resultados Três meses depois, o IM levou à hipertrofia do ventrículo esquerdo (VE), com disfunção sistólica e diastólica, e aumento nos mediadores inflamatórios e de estresse oxidativo. Os animais que consumiram SL apresentaram menor atividade da glutationa peroxidase e maior expressão da heme-oxigenase-1 (HO-1). Conclusão O SL atenuou a RC, e a HO-1 pode exercer um importante papel nesse processo.

Abstract Background Orange juice (OJ) is rich in polyphenols with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. After myocardial infarction (MI), complex changes occur in cardiac structure and function, which is known as cardiac remodeling (CR). Oxidative stress and inflammation can modulate this process. We hypothesized that the consumption of OJ attenuates the CR after MI. Objectives To evaluate the influence of OJ on CR after MI by analysis of functional, morphological, oxidative stress, inflammation, and energy metabolism variables. Methods A total of 242 male rats weighing 200-250 g were submitted to a surgical procedure (coronary artery ligation or simulated surgery). Seven days after surgery, survivors were assigned to one of the four groups 1) SM, sham animals with water and maltodextrin (n= 20); 2) SOJ, sham animals with OJ (n= 20); 3) IM, infarcted animals with water and maltodextrin (n= 40); and 4) IOJ, infarcted animals with OJ (n = 40). Statistical analysis was performed by the two-way ANOVA supplemented by Holm-Sidak. Results are presented as mean ± standard deviation, the level of significance adopted was 5%. Results After 3 months, MI led to left ventricular (LV) hypertrophy, with systolic and diastolic dysfunction, and increased oxidative stress and inflammatory mediators. OJ intake reduced LV cavity and improved systolic and diastolic function. The OJ animals presented lower activity of glutathione peroxidase and higher expression of heme-oxygenase-1 (HO-1). Conclusion OJ attenuated CR in infarcted rats and HO-1 may be play an important role in this process.

Cholesterol-associated lysosomal disorder triggers cell death of hematological malignancy: Dynamic analysis on cytotoxic effects of LW-218

The integrity of lysosomes is of vital importance to survival of tumor cells. We demonstrated that LW-218, a synthetic flavonoid, induced rapid lysosomal enlargement accompanied with lysosomal membrane permeabilization in hematological malignancy. LW-218-induced lysosomal damage and lysosome-dependent cell death were mediated by cathepsin D, as the lysosomal damage and cell apoptosis could be suppressed by depletion of cathepsin D or lysosome alkalization agents, which can alter the activity of cathepsins. Lysophagy, was initiated for cell self-rescue after LW-218 treatment and correlated with calcium release and nuclei translocation of transcription factor EB. LW-218 treatment enhanced the expression of autophagy-related genes which could be inhibited by intracellular calcium chelator. Sustained exposure to LW-218 exhausted the lysosomal capacity so as to repress the normal autophagy. LW-218-induced enlargement and damage of lysosomes were triggered by abnormal cholesterol deposition on lysosome membrane which caused by interaction between LW-218 and NPC intracellular cholesterol transporter 1. Moreover, LW-218 inhibited the leukemia cell growth

Avaliação física, química e microbiológica de geladinho de tamarindo comercializado em Morrinhos-GO / Physical, chemical and microbiological evaluation of tamarind geladinho commercialized in Morrinhos – GO

O “geladinho” é muito comum no Brasil, e sua aceitação pela população é muito grande, agradando pessoas de praticamente todas as faixas etárias, principalmente crianças e jovens. Por isso, foi realizada uma pesquisa para avaliar a qualidade física, química e microbiológica desse produto, comercializado em Morrinhos – GO. O produto pode ser chamado de vários nomes, cada região brasileira denomina de uma forma, como por exemplo, “sacolé”, “flau”, “gelinho”, ”geladinho”, “chupe-chupe”, “chope”, em Morrinhos – GO o sabor predileto da população é o de tamarindo. Foram avaliadas quatro amostras de três pontos de vendas. Foram realizadas análises de pH, acidez titulável total, sólidos solúveis totais, vitamina C, peso médio, e análises de Salmonella, coliformes totais e termotolerantes, bolores e leveduras. Nas análises física e químicas foi realizado o acompanhamento após 28 dias de armazenamento em freezer a -18° a -22°C. Nenhuma amostra apresentou presença de coliformes totais, E. coli, e Salmonella. Porém verificou-se a presença de bolores e leveduras em baixos níveis. No geral, os produtos encontravam-se em condições sanitárias satisfatórias conforme a RDC 12/2001.

The “geladinho” is very common in Brazil, and its acceptance by the population is very large, pleasing people of practically all age groups, mainly children and young people. Therefore, research was carried out to evaluate the physical, chemical and microbiological quality of this product, sold in Morrinhos – GO. The product can be called by several names, each Brazilian region names it in a different way, such as “sacolé”, “flau”, “gelinho”, “geladinho”, “chupe-chupe”, “chope”, in Morrinhos – GO the favorite flavor of the population is tamarind. Four samples from three points of sale were evaluated. pH, total titratable acidity, total soluble solids, vitamin C, average weight, Salmonella, total and thermotolerant coliforms, molds and, yeasts were analyzed. In the physical and solid analyzes performed, the follow-up after 28 days of storage in a freezer at -18 ° to -22°C. No samples presented the presence of total coliforms, E. Coli, and Salmonella. However, compensation value UFC/mL, although small, of molds and yeasts. In general, the products were in satisfactory sanitary conditions according to RDC 12/2001.

Avaliação física, química e microbiológica de "geladinho" de tamarindo comercializado em Morrinhos-GO / Physical, chemical and microbiological evaluation of tamarind "geladinho" commercialized in Morrinhos - GO

O "geladinho" é muito comum no Brasil, e sua aceitação pela população é muito grande, agradando pessoas de praticamente todas as faixas etárias, principalmente crianças e jovens. Por isso, foi realizada uma pesquisa para avaliar a qualidade física, química e microbiológica desse produto, comercializado em Morrinhos ­ GO. O produto pode ser chamado de vários nomes, cada região brasileira denomina de uma forma, como por exemplo, "sacolé", "flau", "gelinho", "geladinho", "chupe-chupe", "chope", em Morrinhos ­ GO o sabor predileto da população é o de tamarindo. Foram avaliadas quatro amostras de três pontos de vendas. Foram realizadas análises de pH, acidez titulável total, sólidos solúveis totais, vitamina C, peso médio, e análises de Salmonella, coliformes totais e termotolerantes, bolores e leveduras. Nas análises física e químicas foi realizado o acompanhamento após 28 dias de armazenamento em freezer a -18° a -22°C. Nenhuma amostra apresentou presença de coliformes totais, E. coli, e Salmonella. Porém verificou-se a presença de bolores e leveduras em baixos níveis. No geral, os produtos encontravam-se em condições sanitárias satisfatórias conforme a RDC 12/2001

The "geladinho" is very common in Brazil, and its acceptance by the population is very large, pleasing people of practically all age groups, mainly children and young people. Therefore, research was carried out to evaluate the physical, chemical and microbiological quality of this product, sold in Morrinhos ­ GO. The product can be called by several names, each Brazilian region names it in a different way, such as "sacolé", "flau", "gelinho", "geladinho", "chupe-chupe", "chope", in Morrinhos ­ GO the favorite flavor of the population is tamarind. Four samples from three points of sale were evaluated. pH, total titratable acidity, total soluble solids, vitamin C, average weight, Salmonella, total and thermotolerant coliforms, molds and, yeasts were analyzed. In the physical and solid analyzes performed, the follow-up after 28 days of storage in a freezer at -18 ° to -22°C. No samples presented the presence of total coliforms, E. Coli, and Salmonella. However, compensation value UFC/mL, although small, of molds and yeasts. In general, the products were in satisfactory sanitary conditions according to RDC 12/2001

Evaluación de la estabilidad de cápsulas de jugo de naranja obtenidas mediante gelificación iónica / Evaluation of the stability of orange juice capsules obtained by ionic gelation

Resumen El método de gelificación iónica, como técnica de encapsulación, se basa en las interacciones entre hidrocoloides, las cuales previenen la posibilidad de daño de compuestos bioactivos presentes en alimentos, tales como los jugos de cítricos. El objetivo del presente estudio fue evaluar la estabilidad de las cápsulas de jugo de naranja, obtenidas mediante gelificación iónica, utilizando pectina y alginato de sodio como agentes encapsulantes. Se determinaron la pérdida de peso, atributos de color, diámetro, morfología macroscópica y densidad en cápsulas elaboradas. Se utilizó un diseño factorial, modificando la concentración de pectina de alto metoxilo (1.5 %, 2 % y 2.5 % p/v), pH (2.5, 3.5 y 4.5) y sólidos solubles totales (SST) a 5 ºBrix y 15 ºBrix, manteniendo constante la concentración de alginato de sodio al 0.5 % (p/v), y se almacenaron a temperatura ambiente (26 ºC) y refrigeración (4 ºC) durante 12 d. Las cápsulas presentaron principalmente forma esférica (> 45 %). Los atributos de color permanecieron estables durante 12 d de almacenamiento. Los SST iniciales y el pH influyeron en la estabilidad de las cápsulas. A una concentración de 15 ºBrix y pH 2.5 no se pudieron formar de manera adecuada las cápsulas, presentando mayor sinéresis y morfologías amorfas. Las cápsulas de jugo de naranja con concentración de pectina 2 % (p/v), alginato de sodio 0.5 % (p/v), SST 5 ºBrix y pH 2.5, se mantuvieron estables con parámetros de calidad apropiados al ser almacenadas a temperatura de refrigeración (4 ºC). El método de gelificación iónica mediante encapsulación ofrece una alternativa para prolongar la vida útil del jugo, y el desarrollo de nuevos productos elaborados a partir de este cítrico.

Abstract The ionic gelation method as an encapsulation technique is based on the interactions between hydrocolloids, which prevent the possibility of damage of bioactive compounds present in foods, such as citrus juice. Therefore, the objective of the present study was to evaluate the stability of the orange juice capsules obtained by ionic gelation using pectin and sodium alginate as encapsulating agents. The effects of the gelling agents on the stability were determined by the measurement of weight loss, diameter, color attributes, diameter, macroscopic morphology, density in elaborate capsules. In addition, a factor analysis design was used by modifying the concentration of high methoxyl pectin (1.5 %, 2 % and 2.5 % w/v), pH (2.5, 3.5 and 4.5) and total soluble solids (TSS) at 5 ºBrix and 15 ºBrix, maintaining the concentration of sodium alginate constant at 0.5 % (w/v). The capsules were stored at room temperature (26 ºC) and refrigeration (4 ºC) for 12 d. They mainly presented a spherical shape (> 45 %). The color attributes remained stable even after 12 d of storage. The initial TSS and pH influenced the stability of the capsules. At a concentration of 15 ºBrix and pH 2.5, the capsules could not be adequately formed, capsules presenting greater syneresis and amorphous morphologies. However, the orange juice capsules remained stable for more than 2 weeks and with stable quality parameters when stored at refrigeration temperature (4 ºC), pectin concentration 2 % (w/v), sodium alginate 0.5 % (w/v), TTS 15 ºBrix and pH 2.5. The ionic gelation method through encapsulation offers an alternative to extend the shelf life of the juice and the development of new products made from this citrus.

Novel Selective Spectrophotometric Methods For The Determination Of Methimazole In Pure Form And In Pharmaceutical Formulation

Objective: To develop and validate new, selective spectrophotometric colorimetric analytical methods for the quantification of methimazole in its pure form and in its pharmaceutical preparations. Methods: Method A is based on the oxidation of methimazole with potassium permanganate in alkaline medium, the manganate ion produced was measured at λmax= 610 nm. Method B is a kinetic determination of methimazole using fixed-time method based on the oxidation of methimazole using known excess of cerium (IV) nitrate in acidic medium and assessing the unreacted Ce (IV) by adding a fixed amount of methyl orange and measuring the absorbance of the resultant solution at λmax=507 nm which is equivalent to the unreacted methyl orange. The reaction conditions and analytical parameters are investigated and optimized. Method validation was carried out according to ICH guidelines in terms of linearity, LOD, LOQ, precision, and accuracy. Results: Beer’s law is obeyed in the range of 1.50–15.00 μg/ml for method A and 0.25–3.00 μg/ml for method B. The developed methods were subjected to the detailed validation procedure. The proposed spectrophotometric methods were applied for the determination of the methimazole in its pure form and in its pharmaceutical formulation. The percentage recoveries were found to be 100.82 % and 99.85 % in the pharmaceutical formulation for the two proposed methods, respectively. Conclusion: Both developed spectrophotometric methods, considered as green analytical chemistry, were found to be novel, highly selective and can be applied for the quality control of methimazole in its pure form and in its pharmaceutical formulation based on the simplicity, applicability of the parameters, accessibility of the reagents employed and reasonably low time of analysis.

Genomewide analysis of the CIII peroxidase family in sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) and expression profiles induced by Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri and hormones

Class III peroxidase (CIII prx) is a plant-specific multigene family that regulates the physiological and stress responses. This research aimed to exhaustively annotate and analyse the CIII prx family in sweet orange and to explore the regulated expression profiles by Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri (Xcc) and plant hormones. We further assessed the relationship between CIII prxs and citrus bacterial canker. The phylogeny, gene structure, conserved motifs, gene duplications and microsynteny of the CIII prx family were analysed. Expression profiles of specific CsPrxs induced by Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri and plant hormones were detected by quantitative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction. Subcellular localization was analysed through transient expression assessments. A total of 72 CIII prx members were identified from the genomes of sweet orange. In all chromosomes of sweet orange, the CsPrxs could be detected except in chromosome 8. In addition, three segmental duplications, four tandem duplications and 11 whole-genome duplications occurred among the CsPrxs, contributing to the family size expansion. From the Ka/Ks ratios, 15 of 18 duplicated CsPrxs pairs have experienced purifying selection process. A total of 15 conserved motifs were detected in CsPrxs, four of which were detected in all complete CsPrxs. A total of 12 expressed genes were identified from the EST database. The expression trends of 12 CsPrxs were differently expressed at different stages of infection by Xcc, five of which were potential candidate genes involved in Xcc resistance. These genes could be induced by salicylic acid and methyl jasmonate, and were extracellular proteins. These results further support our understanding of CIII prxs in citrus, particularly in citrus bacterial canker studies

Ellagic acid production using polyphenols from orange peel waste by submerged fermentation

Background: Biotechnological processes are part of modern industry as well as stricter environmental requirements. The need to reduce production costs and pollution demands for alternatives that involve the integral use of agro-industrial waste to produce bioactive compounds. The citrus industry generates large amounts of wastes due to the destruction of the fruits by microorganisms and insects together with the large amounts of orange waste generated during the production of juice and for sale fresh. The aim of this study was used orange wastes rich in polyphenolic compounds can be used as source carbon of Aspergillus fumigatus MUM 1603 to generate high added value compounds, for example, ellagic acid and other molecules of polyphenolic origin through submerged fermentation system. Results: The orange peel waste had a high concentration of polyphenols, 28% being condensed, 27% ellagitannins, 25% flavonoids and 20% gallotannins. The major polyphenolic compounds were catechin, EA and quercetin. The conditions, using an experimental design of central compounds, that allow the production of the maximum concentration of EA (18.68 mg/g) were found to be: temperature 30°C, inoculum 2 × 107 (spores/g) and orange peel polyphenols 6.2 (g/L). Conclusion: The submerged fermentation process is an effective methodology for the biotransformation of molecules present in orange waste to obtain high value-added as ellagic acid that can be used as powerful antioxidants, antibacterial and other applications.

The effects of maternal obesity during gestation and lactation and orange juice intake on the metabolic profile of male offspring exposed to control and obesogenic diets and breast cancer risk of female offspring / A obesidade materna durante a gestação e lactação e o consumo do suco de laranja: efeitos nos parâmetros metabólicos da prole masculina exposta a dieta controle e obesogênica e programação do risco do câncer de mama da prole feminina de camundongos

Obesity is a worldwide public health problem and the main risk factor for a number of chronic diseases. Breast cancer is another worrisome disease: it is the leading cause of cancer amongst women and has an elevated mortality rate. Approximately 30 years ago, Barker and Trichopoulos suggested that cardiovascular disease and breast cancer, respectively, may be originated in utero. In subsequent years, studies proved both hypotheses correct. Understanding how in-utero environment can affect development of obesity and breast cancer in adulthood is key for preventing these diseases. Nutrition during gestation and lactation is considered a modifiable factor to impact in-utero environment. Orange juice (OJ) is an excellent source of bioactive compounds, including vitamin C and flavonoids, and reports suggests that intake of orange juice minimizes damaging effects of obesity. The objective of this thesis was to evaluate the effects of maternal obesity during gestation and lactation and OJ intake on (a) metabolic profile of male offspring exposed to control and obesogenic diets and (b) breast cancer risk of female offspring. Four-week-old C57BL/6 female mice were assigned into three groups: control- fed a control diet and water ad libitum, obese- fed obesogenic diet and water ad libitum and obese+OJ- fed obesogenic diet and OJ. After three weeks on the diet, females were mated to control males. Male offspring from each group were weaned into control or obesogenic diets for 21 weeks. Female offspring was either euthanized for evaluation of mammary gland development or submitted to a chemically induced breast carcinogenesis protocol. Parameters to assess metabolism (as body composition and adipose tissue expression of obesity-related genes), breast cancer risk (as epithelial elongation and number of terminal end buds) and tumorigenesis (incidence, latency and multiplicity of mammary tumors) were collected. ANOVA followed by Tukey or Fischer´s LSD test were used to investigate differences between groups and a p<0.05 was considered significant. Male offspring of obese mothers fed control diet presented increased glucose concentrations and expression of F4/80 and interleukin-6 compared to control offspring. Male offspring of obese+OJ mothers fed a control diet presented expression of F4/80 and interleukin-6 similar to control offspring. Male offspring to control mothers fed obesogenic diet presented increased glucose concentrations and epidydimal fat tissue compared to offspring of obese mothers. Offspring to obese+OJ mothers presented increased expression of leptin and tumor necrosis factor-α. Female offspring of obese mothers had decreased terminal end buds and increased latency of first tumor and OJ intake decreased epithelial elongation compared to offspring of control/obese mothers. Maternal obesity had greater impact in offspring exposed to control than obesogenic environment. OJ intake by mothers helped with harmful effects induced by maternal obesity on male offspring fed control diet. Control offspring exposed to obesogenic diet presented worse metabolic profile than offspring from obese mothers. In this particular case, OJ was not beneficial to male offspring. Whereas obesity induced by a high-fat high-sugar diet presented a somewhat protective effect on breast cancer risk, OJ further protected offspring of obese mothers

A obesidade é um problema de saúde pública e o principal fator de risco para uma série de doenças crônicas. O câncer de mama é outra doença preocupante: é a principal causa de câncer entre as mulheres e tem elevada taxa de mortalidade. Há 30 anos, Barker e Trichopoulos sugeriram que a doença cardiovascular e o câncer de mama, respectivamente, podem ser originados no útero. Nos anos seguintes essas hipóteses foram confirmadas. Compreender como o ambiente intrauterino pode afetar o desenvolvimento da obesidade e o câncer de mama na idade adulta, portanto, é fundamental para prevenir essas doenças. O estado nutricional e a nutrição durante a gestação e lactação são considerados fatores modificáveis e que pode influenciar o ambiente intrauterino. O suco de laranja (SL) é uma excelente fonte de compostos bioativos, incluindo vitamina C e flavonoides, e estudos sugerem que a ingestão de suco de laranja pode minimizar os efeitos deletérios da obesidade. O objetivo dessa tese foi de avaliar os efeitos da obesidade materna durante a gestação e lactação e a ingestão de SL no (a) perfil metabólico da prole masculinas expostos à dietas controle e obesogênica e (b) risco de câncer de mama da prole feminina. Camundongos fêmeas C57BL/6, com quatro semanas de idade, foram distribuídos em três grupos: controle - alimentados com uma dieta de controle e água ad libitum, obesosalimentados com dieta obesogênica e água ad libitum e obesos+SL- alimentados com dieta obesogênica e SL. Após três semanas na dieta, as fêmeas foram acasaladas com machos controle. A prole masculina de cada grupo foi desmamada e alimentadas com dieta obesogênica ou controle por 21 semanas. A prole feminina foi eutanasiada para a avaliação do desenvolvimento da glândula mamária ou submetida a um protocolo de carcinogênese mamária quimicamente induzida. Parâmetros para avaliar o metabolismo (como a composição corporal e expressão de genes relacionados à obesidade do tecido adiposo), risco de câncer de mama (como desenvolvimento epitelial e número de terminal end buds) e tumorigênese (incidência, latência e multiplicidade dos tumores mamários) foram coletados. Para investigar diferença estatística entre os grupos foi realizada ANOVA, seguida pelo teste de Tukey ou LSD de Fischer e um p<0,05 foi considerado significante. A prole masculina de mães obesas alimentadas com dieta de controle apresentou aumento das concentrações de glicose e aumento das expressões de F4/80 e interleucina-6 em relação a prole controle. A prole masculina de mães obesas+SL alimentadas com dieta controle apresentou expressão de F4/80 e interleucina-6 similar à da prole de controle. A prole masculina de mães controle e alimentada com dieta obesogênica apresentou aumento das concentrações de glicose e aumento do tecido adiposo epididimal em comparação à prole de mães obesas. A prole de mães obesas+SL apresentou maior expressão de leptina e TNF-α. A prole feminina de mães obesas apresentou redução do número de terminal end buds e aumento da latência para o aparecimento do primeiro tumor. O consumo de SL diminuiu o desenvolvimento epitelial comparado as proles de mães controles e obesas. A obesidade materna teve maior impacto na prole masculina exposta a dieta controle do que na obesogênica. A ingestão materna de SL ajudou com efeitos danosos induzidos pela obesidade materna na prole masculina alimentada com dieta controle. A prole de fêmeas controles e alimentada com dieta obesogênica apresentou perfil metabólico pior que a prole das mães obesas. Neste caso, o SL não foi benéfico para a prole masculina. A obesidade materna induzida por uma dieta rica em banha e açúcares apresentou discreto efeito protetor no risco de câncer de mama, o SL acentuou esta proteção

Effect of Maltodextrin Concentration and Inlet Air Temperature on Properties of Spray Dried Powder from Reverse Osmosis Concentrated Sweet Orange Juice

Abstract Sweet orange juice is an important part of diet since it is nutritious beverage offering good taste and play significant part in a healthy diet. High hygroscopicity, thermo-plasticity and presence of low molecular weight components in sweet orange juice offer low glass transition temperature (Tg), likely to form soft particle with sticky surface leading to sticky powder during drying. Maltodextrins are amorphous drying aids that tend to inhibit sugar crystallization and form a high Tg product after drying. In this study, the effect of the different spray drying parameters on the quality of powder derived from control and concentrated juice at three inlet air temperatures 120, 130 and 140 °C and at three levels of juice total soluble solids (TSS): maltodextrin levels at 1:0.5; 1:1 and 1:1.5 were studied. The impact of inlet air temperature and maltodextrin concentration has significantly affected various properties of sweet orange powder. For control juice, process yields increased with increase in inlet air temperature and maltodextrin concentration. However, for reverse osmosis (RO) concentrate, process yield increased with increase in maltodextrin concentration and decreased with increase in inlet air temperature. For control juice, process yields obtained were in the range of 12.59-41.16% and in case of concentrated juice, the process yield obtained was in the range of 21.35-56.95% at different combinations of inlet air temperature and maltodextrin concentrations. Spray-dried powder was considered as "possible" and "fair" in terms of flowability and cohesiveness. Vitamin C retention was high at lower inlet air temperature with lower concentration of maltodextrin.