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Effect of Seed Treatment and Foliar Crop Protection Products on Sudden Death Syndrome and Yield of Soybean.

Sudden death syndrome (SDS), caused by Fusarium virguliforme, is an important soilborne disease of soybean. Risk of SDS increases when cool and wet conditions occur soon after planting. Recently, multiple seed treatment and foliar products have been registered and advertised for management of SDS but not all have been tested side by side in the same field experiment at multiple field locations. In 2015 and 2016, seed treatment fungicides fluopyram and thiabendazole; seed treatment biochemical pesticides citric acid and saponins extract of Chenopodium quinoa; foliar fungicides fluoxastrobin + f…

Fermentation-enriched quinoa β-glucan ameliorates disturbed gut microbiota and metabolism in type 2 diabetes mellitus mice.

Quinoa β-glucan (QBG) has shown potential benefits in treating type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM); however, comprehensive evaluations of its effects remain limited. This study investigates the impact of QBG-derived from hot water extraction (Q-) and microbial fermentation enrichment (Q+)-on serum glucose levels, lipid profiles, appetite-regulating hormones, fecal short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), and gut microbiota composition and function in streptozotocin/high-fat diet (STZ/HFD)-induced T2DM mice. The results indicate that QBG treatment significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, insulin levels

Changes in functional activities and volatile flavor compounds of fermented mung beans, cowpeas, and quinoa started with Bacillus amyloliquefaciens SY07.

In this work, the functional activities including α-glucosidase, α-amylase, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitory activity, and antioxidant activity of mixed grains (mung beans, cowpeas, and quinoa) fermented with Bacillus amyloliquefaciens SY07 were investigated. The volatile flavor of the mixed grains collected every 12 h during 72 h-fermentation were further detected as well. The inhibition on α-glucosidase and α-amylase reached up to 89.34 % and 50.03 % with the sample concentration of 5.17 and 9.38 mg/mL, respectively. Moreover, the ACE inhibitory activity reached to 93.66 % with

Quinoa bran polyphenol extract attenuates high-fat diet induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in mice.

Quinoa bran is a by-product of quinoa processing and is rich in polyphenolic bioactives. Previous studies have shown that polyphenol compounds can help alleviate metabolic diseases, but studies on quinoa bran polyphenols intervening in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) have not yet been reported. In this study, a C57BL/6J mouse NAFLD model was established using a high-fat diet (HFD) to explore the interventional effects of quinoa bran polyphenol extract (QBP) on NAFLD in mice. The results showed that QBP was effective in attenuating abnormal lipid metabolism and hepatic fat accumulatio

[Product development on the basis of cereal and leguminous flours to coeliac disease in children aged 6-24 months; II: properties of the mixtures].

The nutritional formulations of high protein content, provided by a flour mixture from two Andean cultures, quinua (Chenopodium quinua Willd) and lupino (Lupinus albus L), with two traditional cereals, maize (Zea mays L.) and rice (Oryza sativa L.), entailed to the preparation of a "sweet mixture" for the elaboration of "queques" and another "dessert mixture" flavoured with banana, that can be prepared with water or milk, constituted a good alternative as food supplement for the nutrition of children aged 6-24 months who suffer from celiac disease, since they contribute to the quality improvem

Red quinoa hydrolysate as a plant-based therapeutic alternative for damage induced by high cadmium concentrations to the vascular system in rats.

Cadmium (Cd) is a highly toxic, non-essential element associated with cardiovascular dysfunction through oxidative stress, endothelial impairment, and inflammatory activation. Identifying plant-based dietary strategies, including quinoa, a low-cost pseudocereal with recognized bioactive properties, may offer a sustainable approach to mitigate these effects. This study aimed to characterize a bioactive red quinoa hydrolysate (RQH) and to investigate whether RQH prevents vascular damage induced by Cd exposure. Male Wistar rats were exposed to Cd with or without RQH treatment for 14 days. Co-trea

[Product development on the basis of cereal and leguminous flours to coeliac disease in children between 6-24 months; I: formulation and acceptability].

The revaluation of the Andean cultivations, quinua (Chenopodium quinua Willd) and lupin (Lupinus albus L.), to be used in nutritional mixtures, with traditional cereals like corn (Zea mays L.) and rice (Oryza sativa L.), originate mixtures without gluten which constitute a good alternative for the nutrition of children under 24 months that suffer from celiac disease, since they improve the quality of the protein, by essential amino acids compensation, and also impacts in the product's diversification strategy. In the present work, the percentage composition of each flour in the mixture was det

Controlled Enzymatic Hydrolysis as a Strategy to Enhance Functional and Bioactive Potential of Quinoa Protein.

Despite their nutritional superiority and consumers' growing demand, native quinoa proteins exhibit limited techno-functional properties due to their compact globular conformations and lower aqueous solubility, which restricts their application in functional food systems. To address these limitations, this study evaluates the impact of enzymatic hydrolysis using Alcalase on the techno-functional (solubility, emulsifying capacity) and bio-functional (antioxidant, antihypertensive) properties of protein derived from unprocessed, extruded, and germinated quinoa grains. Protein hydrolysates were p

Quinoa Ethanol Extract Ameliorates Cognitive Impairments Induced by Hypoxia in Mice: Insights into Antioxidant Defense and Gut Microbiome Modulation.

Quinoa, rich in pharmacologically active ingredients, possesses the potential benefit in preventing cognitive impairments induced by hypoxia. In this study, the efficacy of quinoa ethanol extracts (QEE) consumption (200 and 500 mg/kg/d, respectively) against hypobaric hypoxia (HH)-induced cognitive deficits in mice was investigated. QEE significantly ameliorated hypoxic stress induced by HH, as evidenced by improvements in baseline indices and reductions in hypoxia-inducible factor 1α levels. Furthermore, QEE enhanced antioxidant defense mechanisms, alleviated neuroinflammation in brain region

Quinoa bran terpenoids ameliorates metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease by enriching of L. murinus LQ719.

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is a chronic liver disease associated with insulin resistance and obesity. Plant triterpenoids possess the efficacies of regulating insulin resistance, inhibiting lipid production, and reducing oxidative damage, which are a type of potential active molecules for anti-MASLD. In present study, we novelly found quinoa bran terpenoids (QBT) exhibits a remarkable anti-MASLD activity, manifested as the reduction of hepatic lipid deposition, alleviation of abnormal glycolipid metabolism and decrease of inflammatory response. Further, th

Identification and validation of quinoa-derived ACE inhibitory peptides via multidimensional molecular descriptor clustering.

Hypertension, a major global health issue, is closely associated with the overactivation of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE). Food-derived ACE inhibitory peptides are gaining increasing attention as natural alternatives to synthetic antihypertensive drugs due to their safety and efficacy. In this study, an integrated computational-experimental workflow was developed to discover novel ACE-inhibitory peptides from food proteins. Using molecular docking, descriptor-based clustering, and in silico enzymatic hydrolysis, quinoa protein was identified as a rich source of potential ACE inhibitors.

Steady, dynamic and structural deformation (three interval thixotropy test) characteristics of gluten-free Tarhana soup prepared with different concentrations of quinoa flour.

UNLABELLED: Celiac disease is among the most important health problems and the most important feature of this disease is its being the only lifelong food allergy. To overcome this problem, some gluten-free and starch based food products have been generally introduced to the market; however, these products are starch based with low nutritive value. Therefore, it is important to enrich such products for individuals who are obliged to be nourished by gluten-free diet. In this study, wheat flour was replaced with quinoa flour (QF) in the production of tarhana. The objective of this work was to inv

Nanoencapsulation of quinoa oil enhanced the antioxidant potential and inhibited digestive enzymes.

Quinoa oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E, but its instability limits its application in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products. Nanoencapsulation emerges as a promising strategy to promote water dispersibility, preserve and enhance functional properties, and increase the bioavailability of bioactive compounds. This study encapsulated quinoa oil through O/W emulsification, using porcine gelatin (OG) and isolated whey protein (OWG) as encapsulating agents. The particles were characterized by different physical and chemical methods and evaluated in vitro for cytotoxicity u

Nutritive value and chemical composition of pseudocereals as gluten-free ingredients.

The only treatment available for patients with coeliac disease is a lifelong elimination of food products containing gluten. The gluten-free products currently available in the market are considered of low quality and poor nutritional value. In the present study, the pseudocereals amaranth, quinoa and buckwheat were studied as potential healthy ingredients for improving the nutritional quality of gluten-free breads. The pseudocereal seeds and pseudocereal-containing gluten-free breads were evaluated in terms of their protein, fat, total starch, dietary fibre, ash and mineral content as well as

Decoding the synergistic potential of herbal medicine and dietary supplements for treating postmenopausal osteoporosis.

PURPOSE: The exploration of the combined effects of FLL and quinoa presents an intriguing opportunity to enhance the efficacy of osteoporosis treatment. METHODS: This study aimed to predict the potential anti-osteoporotic effects of FLL and quinoa using network pharmacology and subsequently verify these predictions through experimental investigation. Thirty rats were divided into five groups: sham operation group (SO), ovariectomized group (OVX), FLL group (FLL), quinoa group (Quinoa), and FLL combined with quinoa group (F&Q). The 12-week experiment involved measurements of bone density and m

Antihypertensive effect of quinoa protein under simulated gastrointestinal digestion and peptide characterization.

BACKGROUND: Quinoa protein is a potential source of bioactive peptides. Although some studies have demonstrated its angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitory properties, research into its in vivo effect on blood-pressure regulation and peptide characterization remains limited. RESULTS: Quinoa protein hydrolyzate (QPH) was prepared by simulated gastrointestinal digestion. QPH lowered the systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) in spontaneously hypertensive model rats (SHRs) from 2 h to10 h after oral administration, effectively controlling blood pressure in these

Gluten-Free Products: From Dietary Necessity to Premium Price Extraction Tool.

Every year, the Italian National Health Service (NHS) provides about 200,000 celiac people (based on 2017 data) living in Italy with financial support of about 250 million euro to cover the cost of their specific dietary constrains. The existence of gluten-free products of high quality and affordable price is very important for the quality of life of celiac people and the sustainability of public support. Over the last decade, the market for gluten-free products has experienced a dramatic surge, with an increasing shelf space dedicated to these products in supermarkets, and a large variety of

Quinoa protein-based Buriti oil nanoparticles: Enhancement of antioxidant activity and inhibition of digestive enzymes.

Buriti oil offers various biological properties. Nanoencapsulation improves its stability, acceptability, handling, and release of bioactives. In alignment with sustainability trends, plant-based proteins such as quinoa protein are gaining attention as coatings, especially for vegan foods, due to their emulsifying and adsorption properties. This study aimed to formulate and characterize buriti oil nanoparticles based on quinoa protein alone or combined with sodium alginate. The particles were characterized by different physical and chemical methods and evaluated for their bioactive potential b

Extraction of total wheat (Triticum aestivum) protein fractions and cross-reactivity of wheat allergens with other cereals.

A one-step mild extraction of total wheat protein fractions was developed in this study, and the allergic cross-reactivity among dietary cereals were assessed by SDS-PAGE, western blotting, indirect ELISA, and inhibition ELISA using sera from 12 wheat allergic patients. The fractions of albumin, globulin, gliadin and glutenins in wheat flour can be obtained by a one-step extraction with Na2CO3-NaHCO3 (20 mM, pH 9.6, 0.5 M NaCl, 40% ethanol, 1 mM PMSF) in comparison to sequential extractions. Results showed high cross-reactivity in wheat, barley and rye due to close resemblance and high sequenc

Стабильность и адаптируемость урожайности зерновых в генотипах квиноа four где находится Иран.

Генотип х взаимодействие с окружающей средой one - эффективные факторы выявления и внедрения сортовых культур со стабильной урожайностью зерна в различных средах. Существует множество статистических методов оценки взаимодействия генотипа х в окружающей среде, среди которых анализы AMMI и ГПЭ-билот дают лучшие и более интерпретируемые результаты. Цель этого исследования заключалась в оценке взаимодействия генотипа х с окружающей средой, а также адаптируемости и стабильности окружающей среды. 40 Генотипы квиноа. Эксперимент проводился в произвольно выбранной полной конструкции блока с three тира

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