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Evaluating the impact of sprouting conditions on the glucosinolate content of B...
Vale, Ana Paula; Santos, J.; Brito, Nuno Vieira; Fernandes, D.; Rosa, E.; Beatriz, M.; Oliveira, P.P.The glucosinolates content of brassica plants is a distinctive characteristic, representing a healthy advan- tage as many of these compounds are associated to antioxidant and anti-carcinogenic properties. Brassica sprouts are still an underutilized source of these bioactive compounds. In this work, four varieties of bras- sica sprouts (red cabbage, broccoli, Galega kale and Penca cabbage), including two local v...
Are coffee silverskin extracts safe for topical use? An in vitro and in vivo ap...
Rodrigues, F.; Pereira, C.; Pimentel, F. B.; Alves, R. C.; Ferreira, M.; Sarmento, B.; Amaral, Maria Helena; Beatriz, M.; Oliveira, P. P.Recent changes in regulatory requirements and social views on animal testing have incremented the development of reliable alternative tests for predicting skin and ocular irritation potential of products based on new raw materials. In this regard, botanical ingredients used in cosmetic products are among those materials, and should be carefully reviewed concerning the potential presence of irritant constituents...