Introduction: The valorization of agro-industrial byproducts plays a key role in promoting sustainability and supporting the development of functional foods (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 2019; Ramírez- Pulido et al., 2021). Broccoli stalks, often industrially discarded, are a rich source of bioactive substances, particularly phenolics, with potential health- promoting effects (Yan et...
Introduction: Sustainable waste management has become a key priority in the agri-food industry, driven by growing environmental and economic concerns. Fruit and vegetable waste contributes to approximately 42% of total food loss, including peels, seeds, stems, stalks, and other processing by-products (Ganesh, K.S. et al., 2022). These residues are frequently discarded despite being rich in dietary fibre, plant ...
Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) with a high content of polyphenols has attracted attention due to its proved beneficial effects in decreasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, modulating cholesterol levels (HDL and LDL), modulating inflammatory markers, and decreasing the levels of haemoglobin1Ac, suggesting that EVOO can have an impact in glycemia regulation. This study assessed the impact of the consumption o...
The commercialization of fresh dates results in a significant amount of waste, with approximately 30 % of dates being discarded due to low-grade classification. To combat food waste, value-added products, such as previously dried and milled date powder and date juice, have been obtained from date co-products using environmentally friendly processes. Fresh dates contain a number of valuable nutritional component...
[Excerpt] Introduction Transforming food systems is crucial for enhancing nutrition, food security, and sustainability. Eco-friendly processing techniques, such as grain germination, can improve the nutrition al and functional properties of Andean grains.[...]
Grain processing requires sustainable and innovative alternatives. Germination, which enhances the nutritional value of grains, can also increase the microbial load, posing a challenge to food safety. In quinoa, a superfood with an exceptional nutritional profile, germination could maximize its benefits if proper methods are applied to ensure safety. The effects of different disinfection methods on mesophilic a...
Grain processing requires sustainable and innovative alternatives. Germination, which enhances the nutritional value of grains, can also increase the microbial load, posing a challenge to food safety. In quinoa, a superfood with an exceptional nutritional profile, germination could maximize its benefits if proper methods are applied to ensure safety. The effects of different disinfection methods on mesophilic a...
Introduction: The global food industry is progressively adopting closed-loop systems to promote sustainability and resource efficiency. Upcycling of food by-products has emerged as a critical strategy within this paradigm, with the aim of minimising waste while maximising the use of nutrient-rich residues. Broccoli stalks, which are often discarded during processing, are rich in dietary fibre and bioactive comp...