scholarly journals Improved Growth ofLactobacillus bulgaricusandStreptococcus thermophilusas well as Increased Antioxidant Activity by Biotransforming Litchi Pericarp Polysaccharide withAspergillus awamori

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sen Lin ◽  
Lingrong Wen ◽  
Bao Yang ◽  
Guoxiang Jiang ◽  
John Shi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Streptococcus Thermophilus ◽  
Lactobacillus Bulgaricus ◽  
Lower Molecular Weight ◽  
Aspergillus Awamori ◽  
Protection Activity ◽  
Litchi Pericarp

This study was conducted to increase the bioactivity of litchi pericarp polysaccharides (LPPs) biotransformed byAspergillus awamori. Compared to the non-A. awamori-fermented LPP, the growth effects ofA. awamori-fermented LPP onLactobacillus bulgaricusandStreptococcus thermophiluswere four and two times higher after 3 days of fermentation, respectively. Increased 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radical scavenging activity and DNA protection activity of litchi pericarp polysaccharides were also achieved afterA. awamorifermentation. Moreover, the relative content of glucose and arabinose in LPP after fermentation decreased from 58.82% to 22.60% and from 18.82% to 10.09%, respectively, with a concomitant increase in the relative contents of galactose, rhamnose, xylose, and mannose. Furthermore, lower molecular weight polysaccharides were obtained afterA. awamorifermentation. It can be concluded thatA. awamoriwas effective in biotransforming LPP into a bioactive mixture with lower molecular weight polysaccharides and higher antioxidant activity and relative galactose content.

Study on Hydrolysis Conditions of Lactobacillus bulgaricus on Casein Sodium by Method of Response Surface and the Antioxidant Activity of Hydrolysates

2014 ◽  
Vol 884-885 ◽  
pp. 535-539
Author(s):  
Zhen Yan Liu ◽  
Wen Qin Yang ◽  
Han Liu ◽  
Jie Zhang ◽  
Chuan Gang Zang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Response Surface ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Lactobacillus Bulgaricus ◽  
Cultivation Time ◽  
Hydrolysis Temperature ◽  
Hydrolysis Conditions

In order to study the ability ofLactobacillus bulgaricushydrolyzed protein, using casein sodium as substrate, the content of free amino acid and relative ORAC value were used as the index optimization. The conditions including: hydrolysis temperature, cultivation time,Lactobacillus bulgaricusdosage and pH values were investigated by single-factor experiment. In this paper we studied the hydrolysis conditions ofLactobacillus bulgaricuson casein sodium by the Box-Behnken response surface and the optimal hydrolysis temperature, cultivation time,Lactobacillus bulgaricusdosage and pH value were determined to be 43 °C, 36 h, 25 OD/ml, and pH 6.6, respectively. The optimum value of response surface is 857.75 mg/l. In addition, the analysis of relative ORAC value of response surface showed that there is no direct relationship between the degree of protein hydrolysis and radical scavenging activity, namely as extensive hydrolysis could have a negative impact on the antioxidant activity.

scholarly journals Synthesis of New Chitosan from an Endemic Chilean Crayfish Exoskeleton (Parastacus Pugnax): Physicochemical and Biological Properties

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (14) ◽  
pp. 2304
Author(s):  
César Burgos-Díaz ◽  
Mauricio Opazo-Navarrete ◽  
José Luis Palacios ◽  
Tamara Barahona ◽  
Yohanna Mosi-Roa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Bacterial Strains ◽  
Degree Of Deacetylation ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Chitin And Chitosan ◽  
Antimicrobial And Antioxidant Activity

Chitin is one of the most abundant natural polysaccharides in the world and it is mainly used to produce chitosan by a deacetylation process. In the present study, the extraction of chitin and chitosan from the Parastacus pugnax (P. pugnax) crayfish exoskeleton was studied for the first time. Thus, the P. pugnax crayfish exoskeleton was converted to chitosan following the steps of depigmentation, deproteinization, and deacetylation. The produced chitosan (Chitosan-CGNA) was characterized in terms of the protein content, solubility, degree of deacetylation, viscosity, molecular weight, FTIR, SEM, XRD, antimicrobial, and antioxidant activity. The results showed that the obtained chitosan had a high degree of deacetylation (91.55%) and a medium molecular weight (589.43 kDa). The antibacterial activity of the chitosan was tested against bacterial strains relevant for the food industry and the lowest minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) values were evidenced with Salmonella tiphymurium (S. typhimurium), Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis) and Listeria. Monocytogenes (L. monocytogenes). Moreover, the Chitosan-CGNA showed an effect on DPPH radical scavenging activity, and its antioxidant activity was dependent on concentration and deacetylation degree. These results suggest that P. pugnax exoskeleton could be an excellent natural source for the production of chitosan with potential applications in the health system, and to prevent infections associated with pathogens strains.

scholarly journals Golden Sea Cucumber: Identification and the Antioxidant Activity of Its Collagen Hydrolysates

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 119
Author(s):  
Ir. Yusro Nuri Fawzya, MSi ◽  
Nugrah Analiadi Putra ◽  
Arif Budi Witarto ◽  
Gintung Patantis
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Sea Cucumber ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Degree Of Hydrolysis ◽  
Dpph Method ◽  
Collagen Hydrolysates ◽  
Stichopus Horrens

Golden sea cucumber or locally known as “teripang emas” is one of Indonesia’s most popular sea cucumber and widely processed as functional food or supplement due to its bioactivities. The sea cucumber is often misidentified due to its morphological similarities with other Stichopus spp. This study aimed to identify the golden sea cucumber obtained from West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, by a molecular method and study the antioxidant activities of its collagen hydrolysates. The hydrolysates were produced by hydrolyzing acid collagen extract using neutrase for 30, 60, 120, 180, and 240 mins. The products were then analyzed for their degree of hydrolysis, peptide content, molecular weight distribution and radical scavenging activity by the 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) method. Results showed that hydrolysis for 180 mins was optimal in producing the highest peptide content, 12.79 ± 0.44 mg/mL, with a degree of hydrolysis (DH) of 55.2 ± 1.50%. However, the highest antioxidant activity (IC50 of 5.25 ± 0.15 mg/mL) was demonstrated after 60 mins hydrolysis with molecular weight (MW) ranged from less than 14.4 kDa to approximately 25 kDa. The hydrolysate might be categorized as a weak to moderate antioxidant. Based on the molecular identification, the golden sea cucumber had 99% similarities with Stichopus horrens and S. monotuberculatus. 

scholarly journals Purification, Characterization, Optimization and Evaluation of Bioactivity Potential of Exopolysaccharides of Curvularia Lunata

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 7476-7485
Author(s):  
Prakash P ◽  
Aishwarya B ◽  
Poornimaa B ◽  
Shaik Asma Taj ◽  
Narendrakumar G ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Free Radical ◽  
Hela Cells ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Free Radical Scavenging ◽  
Free Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Curvularia Lunata ◽  
Scavenging Activity

Extracellular polymeric substances are present abundantly in the surroundings which are produced by different types of microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, algae are also produced by different varieties of plant species. Exopolysaccharides (EPS) are high-molecular-weight polysaccharides secreted by microorganisms into the surrounding environment. These polysaccharides have tremendous application in pharmaceutical industries. For the past two decades, exopolysaccharides of fungus have been known to have high-value biomacromolecules. In most of the studies, sugar compositions of fungus Exopolysaccharaide and variation in molecular weight depend upon culture medium composition and different physical conditions that take place during the process of fermentation. In this current study, the selection of nutrients for the EPS production from Curvularia lunata under submerged batch-culture conditions was made using the Plackett - Burman design matrix method. Subsequently, the optimal condition was determined using Response Surface Methodology (RSM). Thus, produced EPS was characterized by GC-MS and thermogravimetric analysis. It was found to have glucose and mannitol and also showed good thermal stability. EPS was subjected to DPPH assay for analyzing antioxidant activity. Free radical scavenging activity was observed by subjecting the sample to the ABTS method and anticancer activities were tested against HeLa cells. EPS was found to be having a good antioxidant activity, Free radical scavenging activity and showed effective anticancer activity against HeLa cells.

Evaluation of antioxidant and Anthelmintic activity of methanolic flower extract of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 78
Author(s):  
Vijaya Jyothi M ◽  
Bhargav E ◽  
Pavan Kumar K ◽  
Praneeth Gowd K ◽  
Ram Pavan S
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Iridoid Glycosides ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Anthelmintic Activity ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Standard Drug ◽  
Flower Extract ◽  
Reducing Ability ◽  
Total Flavonoids Content

Nyctanthes arbour-tristis is a shrub belongs to the family Oleaceae. The flowers of this plant are fragrant since the presence of flavonol glycosides. It has also been reported for the presence of β-sitosterol, iridoid glycosides, tannins etc., and known to have immunostimulant, hepatoprotective, antiviral and antifungal activities. In the present study an attempt is made to identify antioxidant capacity and anthelminthic potential of methanolic flower extract of Nyctanthes arbour-tristis. Antioxidant activity was evaluated by total phenolic content assay, total flavonoids content assay, free radical scavenging activity and reducing ability methods. Anthelmintic activity was evaluated on Perithima posthuma using Piperazine citrate as standard drug. The results obtained for the above activities reveals that Nyctanthes arbour-tristis shows considerable antioxidant activity for all the methods and anthelminthic potential at 300 mg/ml. Keywords: arbour-tristis; antioxidant activity; anthelminthic activity; Perithima posthuma; Piperazine citrate.

Assessment of antioxidant and antibacterial activities of crude extracts of verbena officinalis Linn root or Atuch (Amharic)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chem Int
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Methanolic Extract ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Antimicrobial Activities ◽  
Total Flavonoid ◽  
Root Extract ◽  
Antioxidant Power ◽  
Crude Extracts

Verbena officinalis Linn is a traditionally known medicinal plant which is used against a number of diseases including inflammatory conditions. In this study its antioxidant activity (reducing powers, 2, 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) scavenging activities), ferric reduction activity potential (FRAP), total flavonoid concentration and antimicrobial activities of 80%, 90%, 100% methanol and chloroform extracts of V. officinalis Linn root and 90% and100% methanol leaf extracts were determined. Its antioxidant activity increases with increase in amount of extract (10% to 40%v/v). Total flavonoid content (TFC) varied from 73.32±0.002 mgQE/100g of dry weight (90% methanol) to 42.39±0.032 mgQE/100g dry weight (chloroform), 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), radical scavenging activity (%) was varied between 87.39% (90% methanol) to 45.57% (chloroform) while Ferric reducing antioxidant power was observed between 372.93±0.04 mgAAE/100 g extract (90% methanol) to 129.41±0.026 mgAAE/100 g chloroform in the root extract. The methanolic extract of the leaf showed less antioxidant activity than the methanolic extract of the root. Crude extracts of V. officinalis root showed various degree of antimicrobial activity towards drug resistance microbial pathogens. Growth inhibition tests against bacterial pathogens demonstrated concentration dependence. Moreover, gram positive bacteria were more susceptible to V. officinalis root extract when compared to gram negative bacteria. In general V. officinalis root and leave extracts possess strong antioxidant and antimicrobial activities.

Antioxidant activity of cookiessupplemented with sugarbeet dietary fiber

2011 ◽  
pp. 151-157 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marijana B. Saka ◽  
Julianna F. Gyura ◽  
Aleksandra Mišan ◽  
Zita I. Šereš ◽  
Biljana S. Pajin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Shelf Life ◽  
Dietary Fiber ◽  
Wheat Flour ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Functional Characteristics

The antioxidant activity of cookies prepared by the addition of sugarbeet dietary fibers was investigated in order to estimate their influence on functional characteristics and shelf-life of cookies. Treated fiber (TF) was obtained from sugarbeet by extraction with sulfurous acid (75 °C at pH = 5.7during 60 min) and treatment with hydrogen peroxide (20 g/LH2O2 at pH = 11 during 24 h). The fiber obtained was dried (80 °C), ground and sieved. TF was investigated in comparison with commercially available Fibrex®. The cookies were prepared by the addition of 0, 7, 9 and 11% of sugarbeet dietary fiber as a substitute for wheat flour in the formulation of cookies. The antioxidant properties of cookies were tested every 7 days using a DPPH (1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl) radical scavenging activity test during 6 weeks of storage at room temperature (23 ± 1 ºC). The obtained results indicated that substitution of wheat flour with Fibrex® in the formulation of cookies upgraded the antioxidant activity, i.e. the functional characteristics of Fibrex®-enriched cookies and could prolong their shelf-life. In contrast, TF did not increase the antioxidant activity of TF-enriched cookies. The better antioxidant activities of Fibrex®-enriched cookies could be attributed to the presence of ferulic acid.

Curcumin-based antioxidant and glycohydrolase inhibitor compounds: Synthesis and in vitro appraisal of the dual activity against diabetes

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sajjad Esmaeili ◽  
Nazanin Ghobadi ◽  
Donya Nazari ◽  
Alireza Pourhossein ◽  
Hassan Rasouli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Enzyme Inhibitor ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Curcuma Longa ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Reducing Power ◽  
Inhibitory Effect ◽  
Curcumin Derivatives ◽  
Reducing Power Assay

Background: Curcumin, as the substantial constituent of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa), plays a significant role in the prevention of various diseases, including diabetes. It possesses ideal structure features as enzyme inhibitor, including a flexible backbone, hydrophobic nature, and several available hydrogen bond (H-bond) donors and acceptors. Objective: The present study aimed at synthesizing several novel curcumin derivatives and further evaluation of these compounds for possible antioxidant and anti-diabetic properties along with inhibitory effect against two carbohydrate-hydrolyzing enzymes, α-amylase and α-glucosidase, as these enzymes are therapeutic targets for attenuation of postprandial hyperglycemia. Methods: Therefore, curcumin-based pyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidine derivatives were synthesized and identified using an instrumental technique like NMR spectroscopy and then screened for antioxidant and enzyme inhibitory potential. Total antioxidant activity, reducing power assay and 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH• ) radical scavenging activity were done to appraisal the antioxidant potential of these compounds in vitro. Results: Compounds L6-L9 showed higher antioxidant activity while L4, L9, L12 and especially L8 exhibited the best selectivity index (lowest α-amylase/α-glucosidase inhibition ratio). Conclusion: These antioxidant inhibitors may be potential anti-diabetic drugs, not only to reduce glycemic index but also to limit the activity of the major reactive oxygen species (ROS) producing pathways.

scholarly journals Antioxidant Activity in Rheum emodi Wall (Himalayan Rhubarb)

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (9) ◽  
pp. 2555
Author(s):  
Sang Koo Park ◽  
Yoon Kyung Lee
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Ethyl Acetate ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Ethyl Acetate Fraction ◽  
Total Phenolic ◽  
Scavenging Activity ◽  
Polyphenol Content ◽  
Abts Assay ◽  
Ic50 Values

Using natural products as antioxidant agents has been beneficial to replace synthetic products. Efforts have been made to profile the antioxidant capacities of natural resources, such as medicinal plants. The polyphenol content of Himalayan rhubarb, Rheum emodi wall, was measured and the antioxidant activity was determined using DPPH and ABTS+ assay, and the oxidative stress was assessed using SOD enzymatic assay. Five different solvent fractions, n-hexane, n-butanol, ethyl acetate, dichloromethane, and water, were used for screening the antioxidant capacity in effort to determine the optimum extraction solvent. The total phenolic contents for R. emodi fractions ranged from 27.76 to 209.21 mg of gallic acid equivalents (GAE)/g of dry weight. DPPH and ABTS+ assay results are presented into IC50 values, ranged from 21.52 to 2448.79 μg/mL and 90.25 to 1718.05 μg/mL, respectively. The ethyl acetate fraction had the highest antioxidant activity among other fractions. Also, n-butanol and water fractions showed significantly lower IC50 values than the positive control in DPPH radical scavenging activity. The IC50 values of SOD assay of fractions ranged from 2.31 to 64.78 μg/mL. A similar result was observed with ethyl acetate fraction showing the highest SOD radical scavenging activity. The study suggests that the ethyl acetate fraction of R. emodi possess the strongest antioxidant activity, thus the most efficient in extracting antioxidant contents. Moreover, a highly significant correlation was shown between total polyphenol content and antioxidant activity screening assays. The compounds related to the antioxidant activity of R. emodi were identified to myricitrin, myricetin 3-galloyl rhamnoside, and myricetin, which have not been reported in studies about R. emodi before.

scholarly journals Comparative Assessment of the Basic Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni Dried Leaves, Grown in Poland, Paraguay and Brazil—Preliminary Results

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 3634
Author(s):  
Teresa Leszczyńska ◽  
Barbara Piekło ◽  
Aneta Kopeć ◽  
Benno F. Zimmermann
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Vitamin C ◽  
Dietary Fiber ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Stevia Rebaudiana ◽  
Steviol Glycosides ◽  
Total Polyphenols ◽  
Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni

This study compares the content of basic nutrients (proteins, fats, digestible carbohydrates, dietary fiber and ash), steviol glycosides, selected antioxidants (vitamin C, total polyphenols) and antioxidant activity in dried leaves of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni cultivated in Poland, Paraguay and Brazil and available in the direct sale. The basic chemical composition was determined by standard AOAC (Association of Official Analytical Chemists) methods. Content of steviol glycosides was determined by the UHPLC-UV chromatographic method. Total polyphenols content was expressed as gallic acid equivalent (GAE) and catechins equivalent (CE). Antioxidant activity was measured as ABTS●+ free radical scavenging activity. Dried leaves of S. rebaudiana grown in Poland had significantly higher contents of dietary fiber, and lower protein and ash content, compared to those derived from Paraguay and Brazil. The former had, however, considerably higher contents of total steviol glycosides, stevioside and rebaudioside D, compared to the remaining two plants. In the Paraguay-derived dried leaves, the content of rebaudioside A, C, E and rubusoside was found to be significantly lower. Dried leaves of S. rebaudiana Bertoni, cultivated in Poland, contained substantially more vitamin C and a similar content of total polyphenols, compared to those from Brazil and Paraguay. The examined material from Brazil and Paraguay plantations showed similar antioxidant activity, while that obtained from Polish cultivation was characterized by a significantly lower value of this parameter.

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