Egyptian mango by-product 2: Antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of extract and oil from mango seed kernel

Egyptian mango seeds were collected as wastes from local fruit processing units, the kernels were separated and dried. The antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of mango seed kernel extract and oil were investigated. The results indicated that combination of both mango seed kernel extract and oil had optimum antioxidant potency higher than each one alone. Addition of 400 ppm methanol extract and 5% mango seed kernel oil increased the oxidative stability of sunflower oil incubated at ambient temperature as well as sunflower oil during frying. Moreover, both extract and oil improved the stability and quality characteristics of fresh and stored potato chips. On the other hand, mango seed kernel extract reduced total bacterial count, inhibited coliforms growth, showed remarkable antimicrobial activity against Escherichia coli strain and extended the shelf-life of pasteurized cow milk. These results provide useful information on the utilization of mango seed kernel as natural antioxidant and antimicrobial in foods.     

Nutritive value of mango seed kernel

Seed kernels of two cultivars (Chausa and Dusheri) of mango (Mangifera indica) were analysed for chemical composition, lipid classes, fatty acid composition, amino acid profile and chemical evaluation of protein quality. The seed kernels constituted about 18% of the total fruit and had 5% protein, 6–7% crude fat, 0.19–0.44% tannins, iodine value of 34–44 and saponification number 202–213. Oleic acid (42%) and stearic acid (39%) were the principal fatty acids in the oil. The in vitro digestibility was low in these cultivars, possibly due to the presence of tannins. Sulphur-containing amino acids (methionine+cystine) and isoleucine were the limiting amino acids in Chausa and Dusheri, respectively. The essential amino acid index and protein quality index were high, thus indicating the good quality of the protein in mango seed kernel.     

樟树籽油抗氧化能力及物质基础研究

植物油中天然抗氧化成分对油脂的加工、货架期及营养品质具有重要影响。为研究樟树籽油抗氧化活性及物质基础,本文分别对其脂肪酸组成、不皂化物含量、总酚含量和DPPH自由基清除率进行测定,分析总多酚及不皂化物对樟树籽油抗氧化活性的贡献率,明确樟树籽油抗氧化活性物质基础。结果表明,樟树籽油中主要为中链脂肪酸癸酸和月桂酸,二者含量占总脂肪酸的94.80%,不皂化物含量为0.55±0.01% ,总多酚含量为33.07 ±0.63 mg.kg_^-1。樟树籽油对DPPH自由基清除率的IC₅₀值为0.13 g.mL_^-1。相同质量浓度的樟树籽油、不皂化物和总多酚对DPPH自由基清除率分别为98.92±1.58%、38.49±0.66%、49.60±3.78%。因此,不皂化物及总酚对樟树籽油抗氧化贡献率分别为38.91%、50.14%。研究结果表明樟树籽油具有较强的抗氧化能力,其抗氧化活性物质主要为多酚类成分和不皂化物,二者对樟树籽油抗氧化能力的总贡献率高达89.05%。本研究初步明确了樟树籽油的抗氧化活性成分,可为樟树籽油的开发利用奠定基础。     

Quantification of gallic acid and ellagic acid from longan (Dimocarpus longan Lour.) seed and mango (Mangifera indica L.) kernel and their effects on antioxidant activity

Gallic acid (GA) and ellagic acid (EA) have been identified in longan seed and mango kernel by the use of reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography (RP-HPLC) coupled with photodiode array detection (DAD). The ethanolic extract of longan seed contained 23.3 and 156 mg/100 seeds of GA and EA, respectively. The ethanolic extracts of mango kernel contained approximately 87% more GA than the longan seed ethanolic extracts but about 32% less EA. After heat treatment and acid hydrolysis, mango kernel had higher concentrations of GA and EA, contributing to more potent antioxidant activity. The results demonstrated rich sources of GA and EA in longan seed and mango kernel which might provide a novel source of these natural antioxidants.     

复羽叶栾树种仁的脂肪酸及氨基酸组成分析

采用国标方法对复羽叶栾树种仁的脂肪酸以及氨基酸组成进行分析测定。结果表明:复羽叶栾树种仁的粗脂肪含量为11. 4%,种仁油中含有15种脂肪酸,主要为花生一烯酸(45. 4%)、油酸(23. 7%)、亚油酸(9. 2%)、棕榈酸(6. 1%)、芥酸(5. 6%),不饱和脂肪酸含量达87. 20%,单不饱和脂肪酸含量为74. 95%;种仁粗蛋白质含量为26. 2%,种仁蛋白中氨基酸含量为19. 29%;在种仁蛋白中至少有16种氨基酸,其中必需氨基酸含量占氨基酸总量的33. 59%,药效氨基酸占70%。研究表明,复羽叶栾树种仁既可作为生产生物柴油、药物和化妆品的原料,也是良好的蛋白质和食用油资源,具有广阔的开发前景。     

Comparison of Proximate,Fatty Acid and Amino Acid Compositions of Various Types of Fish Roes

Proximate compositions, amino acid compositions and fatty acid compositions of fish roe have been measured and compared. Glutamic acid, aspartic acid, lysine, and serine have been the major amino acids. However, Imperial-type caviar has also included higher amounts of tryptophan (p < 0.05). Essential /Nonessential (E/NE) ratio has been found to be between 0.93 - 1.23, and n3/n6 ratio has been found to be 2.56–8.06. Major fatty acids were C16:0, C18:1 n9c, C16:1 n7, C20:5n3, and C22:6 n3. Fish roes contain high amount of lipids and energy, however, they are also rich sources of unsaturated fatty acids, proteins and amino acids.     

Oxidative stabilities of mango kernel fat fractions produced by three-stage fractionation

Trans-free mango kernel fat stearins and oleins were produced by three-stage acetone fractionation to achieve the sufficient utilization of fat. Fatty acid and triacylglycerol compositions, slip melting points, iodine values, micronutrient (tocopherol, sterol, and squalene) levels, as well as oxidative stability indexes of the fractions were analyzed to evaluate their qualities. The most abundant fatty acids in the stearins were saturated fatty acids (57.3–65.1%, mainly including palmitic, stearic, and arachidic acids), and the major triacylglycerols were symmetrical monounsaturated types (78.3–93.7%). The unique properties make the stearins show highest slip melting points 34.7–38.3°C and oxidative stability indexes (12.0–14.2 h), and very suitable for the manufacturing of hard chocolate fats. The oleins contained high percentages of monounsaturated (48.3–53.7%) and polyunsaturated fatty acids (7.8–8.5%). Their oxidative stability indexes (6.3–6.7 h) were lower than the stearins but higher than common commercial oils. About 85.2% of tocopherol, 99.2% of sterol, and 79.2% of squalene were transferred to the liquids after fractionation, which could improve their antioxidant abilities. Further multiple linear regression analyses between oxidative stability indexes and fat compositions revealed that polyunsaturated fatty acid and sterol were the main factors that affect the oxidative stabilities of the fractions. The results suggested that the moderated refining techniques should be developed to retain more sterol to improve the oxidative stabilities and nutritive values of the fats.     

Comparison of physico-chemical parameters and composition of mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis Lmk.) from different Spanish origins

In this study, different physico-chemical analyses were carried out on mussels cultured at three different Spanish areas: Ría de Vigo (Galicia), the Ebro Delta (Catalonia) and Valencia Harbour (Valencian Community), in order to evaluate the influence of origin on the biometric parameters, chemical composition, and water holding capacity. Mussels from the three sites showed different proximate composition. Molluscs from Valencia showed the smallest size and the highest meat yield. All samples exhibited low concentrations of Cu and Mn, and high contents of Na, K, Ca, Mg, and P. The highest level of total free amino acids (FAA) was found in mussels from the Ebro Delta and the lowest in those from Valencia. Taurine was the main FAA in all mussels. Saturated fatty acids predominated over monounsaturated and polyunsaturated ones. Contents of palmitic acid were the highest in all samples. Galician mussels exhibited the highest amount of eicosapentaenoic acid and the lowest of docosahexaenoic acid. Mussels from the three sites showed a characteristic volatile fraction which conferred a typical flavour depending on their origin.     

Nutritional quality of important food legumes

The proximate composition, mineral constituents and amino acid profile of four important legumes (chickpea, lentil, cowpea and green pea) were studied in order to evaluate their nutritional performance. Significant (P < 0.05) variations existed among the legumes with respect to their proximate composition, mineral constituent and amino acid profile. Lentil was found to be a good source of protein, while cowpea was good in ash among the grain legumes tested. All four types of legumes were also better suppliers of mineral matter, particularly potassium, phosphorus, calcium, copper, iron, and zinc. However, the concentrations of various mineral constituents was not in good nutritional balance. It was concluded that the four legumes tested were rich in lysine, leucine and arginine and can fulfil the essential amino acid requirement of human diet except for S-containing amino acids and tryptophan. In order to make good, the deficiency of certain essential amino acids in legume protein, they must be supplemented with other vegetables, meat and dairy products (e.g., Whey, yogurt).     

樟树籽仁油的结构和特性分析

分别采用气相色谱、液质联用测定分析了樟树籽仁油的脂肪酸组成和分布、甘油三酯组成,测定分析了其理化性质、融化结晶特性。结果表明:樟树籽仁油中所含脂肪酸主要是中碳链脂肪酸,其中癸酸含量为60. 25%、月桂酸含量为35. 88%、辛酸含量为0. 45%,长碳链脂肪酸含量低于5%;樟树籽仁油的甘油三酯组成为CCC(12. 55%)、CCLa(56. 38%)、CLaLa和MCC(20. 36%);樟树籽仁油酸价(KOH)为0. 32 mg/g、皂化值(KOH)为267. 30 mg/g、碘值(I)为5. 70 g/100 g、过氧化值为0. 03 g/100 g;樟树籽仁油的融化温度为21. 63℃、结晶温度为1. 54℃,在人体体温下处于完全融化状态,利于人体吸收代谢。     

Studies on the nutritional quality of some cucurbit kernel proteins

The nutritional quality of proteins of four cultivated cucurbit species was measured by nitrogen balance. The biological value of muskmelon, watermelon and pumpkin proteins were 59, 64, and 67 respectively. A value of 70 for bittergourd kernels was calculated from chemical score. Lysine was the first limiting essential amino acid in all the proteins. The leucine:isoleucine and leucine:lysine ratios did not show imbalance.     

Feeding interruption and quality of cultured gilthead sea bream

Proximate composition, fatty acid and amino acid profiles and sensory attributes of semi-intensive cultured gilthead sea bream were determined without feeding interruption and with feeding interruption from 1 to 13 days. Average proximate composition was protein: 19.4–19.9%, fat 14.1–15.4%, moisture: 64.1–65.3%, and ash: 1.3%. The monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) were dominant: 43%, followed by polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA): 32% and saturated fatty acids (SFA) 25%. For each fatty acid class the major compounds were palmitic acid (SFA), vaccenic and oleic acid (MUFA) and docosahexaenoic acid (PUFA). Regarding the feeding interruption, it appears that the perivisceral fat can supply the required energy for up to 13 days of starvation.     

蒜头果种仁的营养成分分析

测定了蒜头果种仁的蛋白质含量、粗脂肪含量及蒜头果种仁油脂肪酸组成和矿质元素含量,并采用氨基酸自动分析仪测定蒜头果种仁的氨基酸组成,对其氨基酸营养价值进行评价。结果表明：蒜头果种仁蛋白质含量为21.02%,粗脂肪含量为61.05%,蒜头果种仁油中共检出17种脂肪酸,包括5种饱和脂肪酸和12种不饱和脂肪酸,其中神经酸的含量最高,为45.04%;蒜头果种仁含有17种氨基酸,其中7种为必需氨基酸,其氨基酸比值系数分（SRC）为77.25,营养价值较高;蒜头果种仁中含有K、P、Mg、S、Ca、Fe、Mn等矿质元素。蒜头果种仁营养成分丰富,可进一步加强其资源化利用。     

Chemical,amino acid and fatty acid composition of Sterculia urens L. seed

The chemical, amino acid and fatty acid compositions of Sterculia urens seeds are reported. The cotyledons were found to be rich in protein (30.88%) and lipids (39.2%). The major amino acids in defatted Sterculia urens cotyledon flour (DSCF) were determined as glutamic acid, arginine and aspartic acid. Cysteine, methionine, tyrosine and histidine were observed in minor quantities. The ratio of essential to non-essential amino acids was observed to be 0.45. Among the essential amino acids, isoleucine was found to be higher than the reported FAO/WHO requirements. The GC-FID and GC–MS analysis revealed that the major fatty acids of the total lipid were stearic acid (31.72%), linoleic acid (28.83%) and palmitic acid (26.79%). Eicosadienoic acid (4.98%) and eicosatrienoic acid (2.96%) were also found in the total lipid.     

元宝枫种仁营养成分分析

为明确元宝枫种仁的营养成分,对元宝枫种仁含油率、粗蛋白质含量,元宝枫种仁粕中氨基酸组成及含量、矿质元素组成及元宝枫种仁油的总脂肪酸、Sn-2位脂肪酸组成及含量、生育酚含量进行测定。结果表明：元宝枫种仁的含油率为43.7%,粗蛋白质含量为35.13%;元宝枫种仁粕中含有17种氨基酸,其中7种人体必需氨基酸占氨基酸总量的33.78%,是理想的蛋白质资源;元宝枫种仁粕中含有丰富的矿质元素,常量元素中K含量为6 372.8μg/g, Na含量仅为346.5μg/g,属于高钾低钠食品,微量元素中Mn含量较高,为68.1μg/g,且未检出重金属元素;元宝枫种仁油主要由12种脂肪酸组成,神经酸含量达到5.89%,以亚油酸和α-亚麻酸为主的多不饱和脂肪酸主要分布在Sn-2位;元宝枫种仁油中生育酚总量为1 230.70 mg/kg,以γ-生育酚含量最高,达到792.62 mg/kg。元宝枫种仁营养丰富,可作为神经酸、生育酚和氨基酸的重要来源,其油脂可作为富含神经酸的保健食用油。     

铁力木种仁营养成分分析

为了促进铁力木的开发利用,以铁力木种仁为材料,对其脂肪、水分、蛋白质、可溶性糖、氨基酸、矿物质元素、维生素以及铁力木种仁油的脂肪酸组成及含量进行了分析。结果表明：铁力木种仁中脂肪、水分、蛋白质和可溶性糖的含量分别为58.60、7.90、7.34 g/100 g和4.44 g/100 g;铁力木种仁油中共检出9种脂肪酸,其中饱和脂肪酸5种,含量为32.64%,不饱和脂肪酸4种,含量为66.76%,4种含量最高的脂肪酸分别为油酸(49.10%)、亚油酸(17.30%)、棕榈酸(15.80%)和硬脂酸(15.40%);铁力木种仁中共检出16种氨基酸,7种必需氨基酸含量占总氨基酸含量的39.48%,必需氨基酸与非必需氨基酸的比值为65.24%,必需氨基酸比值系数分(SRC)值为51.78;在检测的9种矿物质元素(铜、锌、铁、锰、钙、镁、磷、硒、钾)中,常量元素和微量元素中含量最高的分别为钾和铁;维生素E的含量为10.57 mg/kg,未检出维生素A。综上,铁力木种仁中油脂、微量营养成分等的种类和含量较为丰富,可在开展动物食用安全性实验证实无毒后,作为一种全新的坚果食品加以开发。     

Amino acid and fatty acid composition of wild sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax): a seasonal differentiation

Seasonal variations in the amino acid and fatty acid compositions of wild sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) captured in the north eastern Mediterranean were investigated. In all seasons, the major amino acids in sea bass fillets were determined to be aspartic acid, glutamic acid and lysine. Methionine, tyrosine and histidine composition of the fillets were lower than those of the other amino acids in all seasons. The ratios of essential (E, g amino acid/16 g N)/nonessential (NE, g amino acid/16 g N) amino acids were observed to be 0.75 for winter, 0.76 for autumn, 0.77 for both spring and summer. Results showed that, sea bass fillets are well-balanced food source in terms of E/NE ratios in all seasons. In addition, seasonal differences in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) composition of the fillets were observed in all seasons. The major fatty acids of sea bass fillets were observed to be palmitic acid (16:0), oleic acid (18:1ω9), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA, 20:5ω3) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA, 22:6ω3). The amounts of EPA+DHA in autumn, winter, spring and summer were determined as 0.16, 0.12, 1.14 and 1.02 g/100 g wet weight, respectively.     

Influence of dietary oils and protein level on pork quality. 1. Effects on muscle fatty acid composition, carcass, meat and eating quality

This study evaluated the effects of three dietary oils - palm kernel (PKO), palm (PO) and soyabean (SBO) - and two protein levels - high (HP) and low (LP) in a 3×2 factorial design involving 60 pigs on growth performance, muscle fatty acid composition and content, carcass, meat and eating qualities. Oil type did not have a significant effect on growth and carcass quality. PKO significantly reduced the polyunsaturated (PUFA) to saturated (SFA) fatty acid (P:S) ratio in longissimus muscle (P<0.001). PKO increased the concentrations of lauric (12:0), myristic (14:0), palmitic (16:0) and stearic (18:0) fatty acids and decreased linoleic acid (18:2). The LP diet increased intramuscular fat (IMF) from 1.7g/100g muscle in HP to 2.9g/100g (P<0.001), increased tenderness by 0.6 units (P<0.01) and juiciness by 0.5 units (P<0.01) on the 1-8 scale, but at the expense of lower daily weight gain (P<0.01), lower feed conversion efficiency (P<0.01), reduced P:S ratio (P<0.001) and increased lipid oxidation (P<0.01). The results suggest that PKO and PO could be used in tropical developing countries as cheaper alternatives to SBO for the production of good quality and healthy pork, but their limits of inclusion need to be determined.     

素心蜡梅种皮油和种仁油化学成分的GC-MS分析

将素心蜡梅种子的种皮和种仁分开,采用索氏提取法测定油脂含量,以正己烷为提取溶剂得到素心蜡梅种皮油和种仁油。采用气相色谱-质谱(GC-MS)联用技术对素心蜡梅种皮油和种仁油的化学成分进行分析。结果表明:素心蜡梅种皮油脂含量为12.14%,种仁油脂含量为32.51%;从种皮油中共检测出16种脂肪酸,其中14种被定性鉴定,以十八碳二烯酸(57.70%)和棕榈酸(21.78%)的含量最高;从种仁油中共检测出16种脂肪酸,其中13种被定性鉴定,以十八碳二烯酸(56.76%)和棕榈酸(17.03%)的含量最高;从种皮油和种仁油分别鉴定出18种和19种不皂化物,其主要成分均为二十三烷和二十烷。素心蜡梅种子油中富含不饱和脂肪酸,具有较高的开发和利用价值。     

野生桃种仁油的超声波辅助提取及GC-MS分析

采用超声波辅助法研究了超声功率、提取时间、溶剂种类、料液比对野生桃种仁油提取率的影响。在单因素试验的基础上,进行了正交试验。结果表明,各因素对超声波辅助提取野生桃种仁油的影响次序为:溶剂种类提取时间超声功率料液比;最佳工艺条件参数是:提取剂为正己烷,超声功率200 W,超声时间15 min,料液比1∶11,野生桃种仁油的提取率为45.97%。气相色谱-质谱分析表明,野生桃种仁油的油脂组成主要是油酸(65.21%)、亚油酸(19.08%)、棕榈酸(11.06%)、硬脂酸(3.39%)。