Content of strontium,lithium and calcium in selected milk products and in some marine smoked fish

The strontium, lithium and calcium contents have been determined in 87 samples of five kinds of milk-fermented products, as well as in 93 samples of ten kinds of marine smoked fish. The samples were purchased on the local market. The representative samples were dry ashed in quartz crucibles and the ash was treated with suitable amounts of conc. HCl and a few drops of conc. HNO3. The obtained sample solution was then used for the determination of Sr, Li and Ca by the flame atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS) method. Ca and Li were determined using the air-acetylene flame and Sr with nitrous oxide-acetylene flame, according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The contents of Sr in the fermented milk products ranged from 0.21 to 0.79 (mean 0.44 +/- 0.07) and in the marine smoked fish from 0.02 to 4.63 (mean 1.16 +/- 0.24) mg/kg of the edible form of both products. Li contents in the milk products ranged from 0.01 to 0.50 (mean 0.07 +/- 0.04) and in the smoked fish from 0.00 to 0.58 (mean 0.11 +/- 0.08) mg/kg. The calcium was highest in the milk products and ranged from 1,010 to 2,020.0 (mean 1,377 +/- 143) mg/kg. In the smoked fish calcium varied strongly and ranged from 40 to 1,052 (mean 303 +/- 53) mg/kg of the edible form. The calculated average ratio of strontium to calcium (mg Sr/1 g Ca) in the milk beverages and yogurts amounted 0.32 and in the smoked fish was 12 times as high and amounted 3.84. The main purpose of this work was to present Ca, Sr and Li together. This is justified because Sr and to some extent also Li are able to modulate Ca metabolism and vice versa.     

微囊乳钙补钙剂的测定研究

微囊乳钙是以乳清为原料,经去除部分蛋白质、乳糖成分后得到乳矿物盐,再采用微胶囊技术包埋制成的高效补钙剂。文中采用扫描电镜、红外光谱仪、X-射线衍射光谱仪、X-射线荧光光谱仪等仪器和方法,测定一种进口的微囊乳钙产品的结构与性质。结果表明,微囊乳钙颗粒表面凹凸,大小不均,粒径在2～100μm之间;主要成分为磷酸钙盐,灰分含量约78.5%～78.9%,蛋白质1.93%,样品可溶于中酸性至强酸性溶液中。      

Survey of aflatoxin M1 in milk and dairy products consumed in Burdur,Turkey

The aim of this study was to investigate the occurrence of aflatoxin M₁ (AFM₁) in dairy product samples in Burdur city. A total of 315 samples of dairy products were collected during 2008. Of the 315 samples analysed, AFM₁ in 246 samples (78.1%) was found to range from 5.5 to 800 ng/kg. In addition, AFM₁ levels of 16 raw milk, two pasteurised milk, only one milk powder and three white cheese samples were above the Turkish Food Codex. It is concluded that the occurrence of AFM₁ in dairy products may be considered as a possible hazard for public health.     

Heat stability and calcium bioavailability of calcium-fortified milk

The objective of the study was to fortify calcium in cow milk in order to prepare calcium-enriched heat-stable milk for individuals who may not ingest enough calcium to meet minimum daily requirements. Therefore, cow milk was fortified with calcium at the rate of 50 mg/100 ml using three salts of calcium, viz. calcium chloride, calcium lactate and calcium gluconate. Upon addition of calcium salts, there was a marked drop in the pH and heat stability. However, restoration of pH to the original value with the addition of disodium phosphate stabilized the fortified milk and enhanced its heat stability over unfortified milk. The maximum in heat stability (HCT) of calcium-fortified cow milk samples remained slightly higher than that of unfortified milk. Metabolic study on mice revealed that calcium bioavailability of cow milk fortified with calcium lactate and calcium gluconate and stabilized with disodium phosphate was slightly higher than unfortified cow milk. Fortification of cow milk with calcium and restoration of its pH resulted in a calcium to phosphorus ratio still greater than one, which is considered ideal for retention of calcium in the body.     

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in milk and dairy products

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are a group of organic compounds with a structure consisting of carbon and hydrogen atoms that have more than two fused aromatic rings. Most PAHs have carcinogenic effects on animal or humans and induce various cancers. Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are a consequence of environmental pollutants, imperfect burning or pyrolysis of organic substances during industrial processing. Additionally, foods can be contaminated during their processing and preparation through different heat treatments. This review highlights the formation, occurrence and health impacts of PAHs in milk and milk products, and analytical technique used for their determination in dairy products.     

Influence of added calcium chloride on the heat stability of unconcentrated and concentrated bovine milk

The influence of added calcium chloride (1–10 mmol/L) on the heat-induced coagulation of skim bovine milk was examined. Unconcentrated milk displayed a pH-heat coagulation time (HCT) profile with a maximum at pH 6.6 and minimum at pH 7.0. Adding calcium chloride to unconcentrated milk progressively reduced the HCT at the maximum, increased the pH at which the maximum occurred and reduced the HCT at pH > 7.0. For concentrated milk, the shape of the pH-HCT profile, that is, a maximum at pH 6.6, was not altered by added calcium chloride, but HCT was reduced progressively with increasing concentration of calcium chloride. Preheating (90°C for 10 min) shifted the maximum in the pH-HCT profile of unconcentrated milk to a more acidic pH, and addition of 5 mmol/L calcium chloride to preheated milk induced changes in heat stability similar to those noted for unheated milk. Addition of calcium chloride to milk prior to preheating strongly reduced the stability of milk against heat-induced coagulation. These data suggest that calcium has a strong destabilizing effect on the stability of milk systems against heat-induced coagulation.     

奶制品中抗生素的检测

介绍奶制品中抗生素残留危害性并分析比较了两种抗生素检测方法。     

Heavy metal concentrations in fish,shellfish and fish products from internal markets of India vis-a-vis international standards

Heavy metals are an important group of chemical contaminants and food is the major vehicle for entry into the system. Fish constitute a major source of heavy metals in food. Concentration of heavy metals in commercially important species of fish, shellfish and fish products from fish markets in and around the Cochin area was evaluated using an atomic absorption spectrometer. The concentration ranges of Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr, As, Zn, Cu, Co, Mn, Ni, and Se in the samples were <0.07–1, <0.07–1.32, <0.05–2.31, <0.05 to 3.65, <0.1–4.14, 0.6 to 165, 0.15 to 24, <0.02 to 0.85, <0.08 to 9.2, <0.032–1.38 and; <0.03–1.35 mg/kg, respectively. The present study showed that different metals were present in the samples at different levels but within the maximum residual levels prescribed by the EU and USFDA and the fish and shellfish from these areas, in general, are safe for human consumption.     

乳与乳制品中四种动物源性成分鉴定方法的研究

目的 针对小众乳与乳制品的掺假的现象,构建乳与乳制品中动物源性成分检测方法。方法 设计合成了牛、羊、驴、水牛的特异引物探针,优化乳与乳制品中核酸提取方法,对设计的荧光PCR方法进行了特异性、灵敏度、适用性进行验证。结果 该方法对于常见动物物种具有较强特异性和灵敏度,牛、羊、驴、水牛的检测灵敏度分别为0.001、0.01、0.01、0.01 ng。此外,该方法适用性较强,在各类乳与乳制品样品中均能检出标识动物源性成分和掺伪动物源性成分。结论 本研究构建的检测方法,特异性、灵敏度、检出限等指标均能满足日常实验需要,可为监管与检验提供有力的技术支撑。     

Co-encapsulation of fish oil with phytosterol esters and limonene by milk proteins

Co-encapsulated microcapsules containing three lipophilic bioactive components (LBCs) including fish oil, phytosterols and limonene were studied and compared with those containing only fish oil. Milk proteins (whey protein isolate and sodium caseinate in a ratio of 4:1) were used as wall materials. Results show that good quality microcapsules can be obtained at inlet temperature of 170 °C and outlet temperature of 70 °C, with the wall to core ratio of 4:1. There was no significant different (p > 0.05) in the microencapsulation efficiency and the oxidation indicators (PV and AV) after the accelerated storage for both types of microcapsules. However, the retention of EPA and DHA in the LBCs-microcapsules was significantly higher (p < 0.05) than the fish oil microcapsules. The phytosterols content was unchanged but loss of limonene occurred after storage. The LBCs-microcapsules had better flavor/odour profile than the fish oil microcapsules after drying and storage.     

Practical consequences of calcium addition to and removal from milk and milk products

Calcium in milk is significant for both its nutritive value and its key role in many functional properties of milk and milk products. Manipulating its concentration, particularly of the ionic form, alters the properties of the products and facilitates or hinders certain processing operations. Stability to thermal treatment is the major property affected, but several others such as gelation, coagulation and foaming are influenced by either adding or removing calcium. This article reviews the manipulation of the calcium content of several products and its practical consequences for dairy processing.     

红外光谱技术在鱼产品质量检测与安全评估中的应用

近年来消费者对鱼产品的掺假问题愈发关注,从而针对鱼产品的质量评估的相关研究也逐渐增加。传统的鱼类成分分析和质量检测技术方法烦琐、费力、昂贵、费时,而光谱技术因其具有速度快、使用方便、样品制备最少或不需要样品制备,及避免样品破坏等优点而受到越来越多的关注。本文综述了以红外光谱技术为主的光谱技术,包括近红外光谱技术、中红外光谱技术等在鱼类及鱼产品的成分和其他质量特性监测中的应用,并对光谱技术的应用前景和发展方向进行了展望,以期为红外光谱技术在鱼类及鱼产品质量监测体系中推广应用提供指导,为解决鱼产品及相关行业的质量问题提供了一种新的途径。     

Protein quality and amino acid profiles of fish products available in Poland

Chemical analyses were carried out on 18 of the most popular varieties of fish products in the Polish market (canned, smoked, salted and marinated fish of different species), produced by the largest manufacturers and distributors in the country. The contents of the nutritive substances in the fish products (proteins, amino acids, and fats) were determined. To assess the nutritional quality of proteins in these products, the protein digestibility was determined, which ranged from 77.0% to 98.7%, and the amino acid composition of each of these groups of products was compared with that of a standard protein recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). In addition, protein digestibility-corrected amino acid scores (PDCAAS) were calculated. Relative to the WHO protein standard, most of the fish products tested scored very high, with values ranging between 0.9 and 1.0. This study confirmed that in terms of both quantity and quality, fish products in the Polish market could serve as a significant source of essential amino acids and that the sulphur-containing essential amino acids and lysine present in fish products could supplement the corresponding deficiency in plant proteins. However, it was also indicated that drastic thermal processes, such as sterilisation, could influence the protein digestibility.     

Milking and milk processing: traditional technologies in the yak farming system of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, China

Yak milk and its products are widely consumed by local herders and are regarded as the resources of economic income by the households on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau. Yak raisers have developed their own milking skills and milk-processing technologies through a long history of yak keeping. All of these traditional skills and technologies have their own characteristics. In this paper, the methods and procedures of milking and milk processing in yak farming systems are reviewed.     

Effects of calcium chelating agents on the solubility of milk protein concentrate

The aim of this study was to determine the effects of calcium chelating agents on the dissolution and functionality of 10% (w/w) milk protein concentrate (MPC) powder. MPC powder dissolution rate and solubility significantly (P > 0.05) increased with addition of sodium phosphate, trisodium citrate (TSC) and sodium hexametaphosphate (SHMP), compared to MPC dispersions alone. Trisodium citrate and SHMP addition increased viscosity as a result of micelle swelling. However, dispersions containing SHMP showed a decrease in viscosity after prolonged time due to micelle dissociation. Overall, MPC powder dissolution was aided by the addition of calcium chelating agents.     

Detection of aflatoxin M1 in milk and dairy products consumed in Adana, Turkey

A total of 70 dairy products consisting of 20 sterilized milk, 10 butter, 20 white cheese and 20 Kashar cheese samples were analysed for aflatoxin M₁ (AFM₁) by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). The detection limit was 5 ng/L for milk and 25 ng/kg for butter, white cheese and Kashar cheese. Of the 70 dairy products analysed, AFM₁ in 49 samples (70%) was found to range from 10 to 388 ng/kg. Moreover, AFM₁ levels in three samples of milk, two samples of butter, one sample of white cheese and one sample of Kashar cheese were found to be higher than the Turkish legal limits.     

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and halogenated persistent organic pollutants in canned fish and seafood products: smoked versus non-smoked products

In this study, levels of several groups of environmental contaminants represented by PAHs, PCBs, organochlorine pesticides and polybrominated diphenyl ethers were determined in various types of canned smoked and non-smoked fish and seafood products (54 samples) obtained from the Czech market. PAHs were detected in all of the studied samples, and at least one of the target halogenated persistent organic pollutants was present above the LOQ in 85% of the samples. The levels of PAHs, PCBs, organochlorine pesticides (mainly DDTs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers found in the canned products varied in the range of 1.4–116?µg?kg^?1, 0.6–59.6?µg?kg^?1, 0.6–82.7?µg?kg^?1 and 0.1–2.1?µg?kg^?1 can content, respectively. Smoked sprats were the most contaminated fish product (n?=?12) in which the highest levels of both PAHs and persistent organic pollutants were found. In 67% of the samples of smoked sprats in oil, the level of benzo[a]pyrene exceeded the maximum level of 5?µg?kg^?1 established for smoked fish by European Union legislation. The distribution of target analytes between oil and fish fractions was also assessed. Significantly higher levels of PAHs were measured in the oil fraction.     

First tests of standardized biocrystallization on milk and milk products

The biocrystallization method has been standardized for plant products. The standardized biocrystallization method is tested on milk and butter samples from controlled feeding trials. When computerized image analysis is applied, samples from different origins (feeding regimes) can be distinguished significantly.     

Dioxins and furans in cow milk and dairy products: A review of the scientific literature

Polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and dibenzofurans (PCDD/Fs) are a group of persistent organic pollutants with well-known toxic effects and potential carcinogenicity. Human exposure to PCDD/Fs is mainly through food, including dairy products. The scientific information on the concentrations of PCDD/Fs in milk and dairy products is here reviewed. It also includes the intake of PCDD/Fs through the consumption of these products. PCDD/Fs concentrations in milk and dairy products are currently decreasing. A similar trend is also noted for their contributions to the total dietary intake of PCDD/Fs. No significant health risks due to exposure to PCDD/Fs through the consumption of dairy products are expected.