Trans fatty acid

Trans fatty acid
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Although it is known that most of the fatty acids found in nature are in cis form, trans fatty acids, which is a popular topic in nutritional physiology, are not naturally found in fats and they are mostly technological (partial hydrogenation, refining and partially frying). applications.

Identification of Synthetic Food Colours in Selected Confectioneries and Beverages in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka

Identification of Synthetic Food Colours in Selected Confectioneries and Beverages in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka
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Colour is a key component to enhance the ultimate appetizing value and consumer acceptance towards foods and beverages.

A smartphone-based early alert system for screening of coliform contamination in drinking water

A smartphone-based early alert system for screening of coliform contamination in drinking water
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We present a proof of concept for quick screening and alerting of coliform/E. coli contamination in water samples using a device attached to a smartphone.

Lactic Acid Bacteria and Fermentation of Cereals and Pseudocereals

Lactic Acid Bacteria and Fermentation of Cereals and Pseudocereals
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The usage of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) in food as starters in fermentation technologies has a long tradition. Although the theorized idea of host‐friendly bacteria found in yoghurt has been formulated only over a century ago, both groups are widely used nowadays.

Biological Importance of Essential Oils

Biological Importance of Essential Oils
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Let us expand this learning on essential oils. Essential oils (EOs) have been traditionally used by people from ancient times, mainly due to its aroma, and antimicrobial effect. They possess anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal properties.

Cocoa CRISPR: Gene editing shows promise for improving the ‘chocolate tree’

Cocoa CRISPR: Gene editing shows promise for improving the ‘chocolate tree’
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Use of the powerful gene-editing tool CRISPR-Cas9 could help to breed cacao trees that exhibit desirable traits such as enhanced resistance to diseases — By Penn State The cacao tree, which grows in tropical regions, produces the cocoa beans that are the raw material of chocolate.