//www.koonmotors.com/news/plants_animals/food/ Learn all about food. See news and food science research. What foods are healthiest? What foods cause cancer? And more. en-us Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:22:25 EDT Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:22:25 EDT 60 //www.koonmotors.com/images/scidaily-logo-rss.png//www.koonmotors.com/news/plants_animals/food/ For more science news, visit ScienceDaily. //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230907141931.htm Crustaceans, insects and mushrooms are rich sources of the dietary fiber chitin, which activates the immune system and benefits metabolism, according to a new study in mice. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:19:31 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230907141931.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230907130309.htm When dairy cows are fed diets with reduced protein concentrations -- aimed at decreased environmental nitrogen pollution from their manure such as nitrate leaching, nutrient-laden run-off and ammonia volatilization -- their milk production can suffer. Supplementing the amino acid histidine may help in maintaining, and even increasing, milk and milk-protein yields. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 13:03:09 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230907130309.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230906143446.htm As the Earth's human population grows, greenhouse gas emissions from the world's food system are on track to expand. A new study demonstrates that state-of-the-art agricultural technology and management can not only reduce that growth, but eliminate it altogether by generating net negative emissions -- reducing more greenhouse gas than food systems add. Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:34:46 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230906143446.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230906112431.htm 霉菌和真菌引起的疾病可以大大impact the shelf life of fruit and vegetables. However, some fungi benefit their hosts by aiding plant survival. Colletotrichum tofieldiae (Ct) is a root mold which typically supports continued plant development even when the plant is starved of phosphorus, an important nutrient for photosynthesis and growth. Researchers studied a unique pathogenic strain of the fungi, called Ct3, which conversely inhibits plant growth. Wed, 06 Sep 2023 11:24:31 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230906112431.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230905202502.htm Scientists identify ways landowners in rural Brazil can find win-win situations with biodiversity and farming. Tue, 05 Sep 2023 20:25:02 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230905202502.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230905155714.htm Plant-based alternatives such as tempeh and bean burgers provide protein-rich options for those who want to reduce their meat consumption. However, replicating meat's flavors and aromas has proven challenging, with companies often relying on synthetic additives. A recent study unveils a potential solution: onions, chives and leeks that produce natural chemicals akin to the savory scents of meat when fermented with common fungi. Tue, 05 Sep 2023 15:57:14 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230905155714.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230901124039.htm Red blood cells exposed to oxygen deficiency protect against myocardial infarction, according to a new study. The study also shows that the protective effect is enhanced by a nitrate-rich vegetable diet. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 12:40:39 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/09/230901124039.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230831121739.htm Patulin is a harmful mycotoxin produced by fungi typically found in damaged fruits, including apples, pears, and grapes. In a recent breakthrough, researchers identified a new filamentous fungal strain that can degrade patulin by transforming it into less toxic substances. Their findings provide important insights into the degradation mechanisms for patulin found in nature, and can lead to new ways of controlling patulin toxicity in our food supplies. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:17:39 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230831121739.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230831121712.htm As climate change continues to pose severe challenges to ensuring sustainable food supplies around the world, scientists are looking for ways to improve the resilience and nutritional quality of potatoes. Scientists have assembled the genome sequences of nearly 300 varieties of potatoes and its wild relatives to develop more nutritious, disease-free, and weather-proof crop. A team has now created a potato super pangenome to identify genetic traits that can help produce the next super spud. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:17:12 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230831121712.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230830131911.htm A new study suggests that extreme dietary habits involving carbohydrates and fats affect life expectancy. Researchers found that a low carbohydrate intake in men and a high carbohydrate intake in women are associated with a higher risk of all-cause and cancer-related mortality and that women with higher fat intake may have a lower risk of all-cause mortality. Their findings suggest that people should pursue a balanced diet rather than heavily restricting their carbohydrate or fat intake. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:19:11 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230830131911.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230830131808.htm 一项新的研究发现,12%的美国人,主要是我n or people aged 50-65, consume half of all beef on a given day, contributing to adverse health and environmental impacts. Educational programs targeting this group may help reduce consumption and address environmental concerns, as beef production has high greenhouse gas emissions, emphasizing the need for awareness and messaging. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:18:08 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230830131808.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230829125947.htm Adults at risk for heart disease who participated in produce prescription programs for an average of six months increased their consumption of fruits and vegetables and had reduced blood pressure, body mass index and blood sugar levels. 星期二,29 Aug 2023 12:59:47 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230829125947.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230829125818.htm In response to the low-fat craze of the 1990s, many food companies removed saturated fats from their products, only to replace them with sugars to maintain their palatability. Unfortunately, the resulting products were no healthier than the originals, and the average person today consumes too much saturated fat. Now, a team of researchers has figured out how to remove some saturated fat, sugar and salt from popular American foods while maintaining their tastiness. The trick? Replacing these over-consumed nutrients with a dose of healthy herbs and spices. 星期二,29 Aug 2023 12:58:18 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230829125818.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230825122022.htm Research has brought clarity to the longstanding question of how starch granules form in the seeds of Triticeae crops -- wheat, barley, and rye -- unlocking diverse potential benefits for numerous industries and for human health. Fri, 25 Aug 2023 12:20:22 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230825122022.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230824173301.htm Blending certain ingredients in fruit smoothies can influence whether your body is getting a nutritional boost, finds a new study. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:33:01 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230824173301.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230824111449.htm Fungi-eating orchids were found for the first time to offer their flowers to fungi-eating fruit flies in exchange for pollination, which is the first evidence for nursery pollination in orchids. This unique new plant-animal relationship hints at an evolutionary transition towards mutualistic symbiosis. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 11:14:49 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230824111449.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230823192945.htm A new review argues ever-present microplastics could promote gene transfer among microbes, potentially resulting in greater antibiotic resistance. The review calls for more research on microplastic-microbe interactions where our food is grown. Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:29:45 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230823192945.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230822111653.htm Household fruit and vegetable production, in allotments and gardens, could be key to a healthy and food-secure population, a new study has found. 星期二,22 Aug 2023 11:16:53 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230822111653.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230818135151.htm A new study suggests that using big data and machine learning in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance in livestock production methods could help inform interventions and offer protections against germs that are becoming resistant to antibiotics. Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:51:51 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230818135151.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230818134959.htm A study has demonstrated that the partial substitution of red and processed meat with pea- and faba bean -- based food products ensured sufficient intake of amino acids in the diet and did not negatively affect bone metabolism. Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:49:59 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230818134959.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230817163838.htm Cooking food thoroughly and avoiding some types of vegetables and salad during a course of antibiotic treatment could potentially reduce antibiotic resistance, by preventing bacteria carrying resistance genes getting into the gut, according to a new study. Thu, 17 Aug 2023 16:38:38 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230817163838.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230816170623.htm People who adhere to a Mediterranean lifestyle -- which includes a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; healthy eating habits like limiting added salts and sugars; and habits promoting adequate rest, physical activity, and socialization -- have a lower risk of all-cause and cancer mortality, according to a new study. People who adhered to the lifestyle's emphasis on rest, exercise, and socializing with friends had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality. Wed, 16 Aug 2023 17:06:23 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230816170623.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230816114227.htm Researchers have found that molecules in vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower help to maintain a healthy barrier in the lung and ease infection. Wed, 16 Aug 2023 11:42:27 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230816114227.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230816114209.htm Young vegetables known as microgreens are reputed to be particularly good for health. But are microgreens the superfood they're claimed to be, and how do they compare to mature veggies? Scientists have found that their nutritional profiles differ, as do their effects on gut bacteria. Yet, tests in mice suggest that both microgreen and mature vegetables can limit weight gain. Wed, 16 Aug 2023 11:42:09 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230816114209.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230816114202.htm Amid lockdown boredom, it seemed like everyone was making sourdoughs. The bread is a simple mixture of flour, water and salt, yet it's powered by microbes that give it a one-of-a-kind flavor. The 21 key chemical compounds responsible for its unique taste and smell have been identified and quantified using the 'sensomics' technique, and, when combined, can completely recreate the flavor of the bread. Wed, 16 Aug 2023 11:42:02 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230816114202.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230814122358.htm One of the biggest obstacles to the uptake of plant-based alternatives to meat is their very dry and astringent feel when they are eaten. Scientists are now revolutionizing the sensation of plant proteins, transforming them from a substance that can be experienced as gloopy and dry to one that is juicy and plump. And the only substance they are adding to the plant proteins is water. Mon, 14 Aug 2023 12:23:58 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230814122358.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230814122218.htm More mock seafood options are needed because of unsustainable fishing and aquaculture practices, which can harm the environment. Now, researchers have a new approach for creating desirable vegan seafood mimics that taste good, while maintaining the healthful profile of real fish. They 3D-printed an ink made from microalgae protein and mung bean protein, and their proof-of-concept calamari rings were air-fried into a snack. Mon, 14 Aug 2023 12:22:18 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230814122218.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230810110343.htm Restaurants can persuade patrons to choose healthier foods by adjusting the font size of numbers attached to nutritional information on menus, according to a recent study. U.S. restaurants with more than 20 locations are already required to show the calorie content of food on their menus. By representing these values incongruously -- using physically larger numbers on the page when they're attached to lower-calorie options, and smaller numbers for high-calorie foods -- the researcher said that businesses can successfully 'nudge' customers toward healthier choices. Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:03:43 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230810110343.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230804123740.htm Scientists tested the antiobesity effects of Mallotus furetianus extract native to Hainan Island, China, using obesity model mice. As a result, body weight and adipose tissue weight of obesity model mice were significantly reduced by the intake of Mallotus furetianus extract. Fatty liver was suppressed and adipocyte size reduction in adipose tissue was observed. Further investigation into the mechanism revealed that fat synthesis is inhibited by suppressing the expression of several transcription factors involved in differentiation into adipocytes. Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:37:40 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230804123740.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230802003415.htm New research has found irregular sleep patterns are associated with harmful bacteria in your gut. Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:34:15 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230802003415.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230801105026.htm People with type-II diabetes who drank the fermented tea drink kombucha for four weeks had lower fasting blood glucose levels compared to when they consumed a similar-tasting placebo beverage, according to results from a clinical trial. This finding, from a pilot 12-person feasibility trial, points to the potential for a dietary intervention that could help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes and also establishes the basis for a larger trial to confirm and expand upon these results. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 10:50:26 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/08/230801105026.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230731215330.htm Whether they're made from soybeans, almonds, oats, or just sourced straight from the cow, milk products must go through heat treatment to prevent harmful bacterial growth and keep them safe. But understanding how these processes affect new, plant-based milk formulations could make the beverages more pleasant to drink as well. Researchers have discovered how pasteurization and sterilization affects the look and feel of one such drink made from coconut and rice. Mon, 31 Jul 2023 21:53:30 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230731215330.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230728170630.htm Common beans are important food sources with high nutritional content. Bean seeds also contain phenolic compounds, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that promote health. A study explored the composition of seed coat extracts from black and pinto bean varieties unique to the Chiapas region of Southern Mexico. Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:06:30 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230728170630.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230728113401.htm A metabolic by-product that is more prevalent during fasting may supercharge immune cells as they fight infection and disease, reports an early stage study. The findings may pave the way for future personalized dietary recommendations to augment treatments for infection, cancer and other diseases. Fri, 28 Jul 2023 11:34:01 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230728113401.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230726134219.htm A new study in mice suggests replacing traditional protein sources with mealworms in high-fat diets could slow weight gain, improve immune response, reduce inflammation, enhance energy metabolism, and beneficially alter the ratio of good to bad cholesterol. Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:42:19 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230726134219.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230726113011.htm Scientists have discovered the honey produced by Australian ants possesses unique anti-microbial activity against bacteria and fungi that could make the liquid useful medicinally. Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:30:11 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230726113011.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230725123000.htm While composting and organic waste ban policies are gaining popularity across the United States, a new study finds dynamic pricing could be the most effective way for grocery chains to keep perishables out of landfills, reducing food waste by 21% or more. 星期二,25 Jul 2023 12:30:00 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230725123000.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230725115924.htm 全球肥胖自1975年以来几乎增加了两倍,according to the World Health Organization. Numerous causes of obesity have been hypothesized including increased dietary fat, carbohydrate or ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption, inactivity, hyperlipidemia and hyperinsulinemia. Based on these hypotheses, solutions have been sought that involved decreasing consumption of suspected agents. Well-controlled studies have shown that increased consumption of UPF is associated with increased food consumption and weight gain while decreasing UPF consumption in the same subjects was associated with weight loss. However, these studies do not identify a specific cause of obesity since the diets include multiple variables. Researchers now present an alternative testable and actionable hypothesis/model about the cause of obesity. If validated, it could indicate clear steps to reverse obesity. 星期二,25 Jul 2023 11:59:24 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230725115924.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230721113154.htm Immune systems develop specific genes to combat common bacteria such as those found in food, new research shows. Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:31:54 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230721113154.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230720124604.htm A new study finds that only a small number of U.S. policies consider ultra-processed foods, lagging behind countries such as Belgium, Brazil, and Israel. Thu, 20 Jul 2023 12:46:04 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230720124604.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230719112641.htm Almost everyone has a bag of veggies shoved into the dark recesses of their freezer that's now essentially an unrecognizable block of ice crystals. And when thawed, foods damaged by excessive ice lose their texture and become mushy. Now, researchers have shown that broken-down soy proteins can prevent ice crystal growth and could be especially useful for preserving frozen vegan foods or biological samples. Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:26:41 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230719112641.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230718105633.htm Eating breakfast after 9 a.m. increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 59% compared to people who eat breakfast before 8 a.m. This is the main conclusion of a study which followed more than 100,000 participants in a French cohort. The results show that we can reduce the risk of diabetes not only by changing what we eat, but also when we eat it. Tue, 18 Jul 2023 10:56:33 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230718105633.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230714131126.htm 许多热带地区景观由马赛克of different types of land use. How people make use of these different ecosystems, with their particular plant communities, was unclear until now. Researchers, many of them from Madagascar, have now investigated this. When considering biodiversity, forests often get the most attention. But this research shows that rural households use a wide range of plant species and services provided by many nearby ecosystem types. Fri, 14 Jul 2023 13:11:26 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230714131126.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230713142057.htm A team of researchers has developed new LEDs which emit light simultaneously in two different wavelength ranges, for a simpler and more comprehensive way to monitor the freshness of fruit and vegetables. Modifying the LEDs with perovskite materials causes them to emit in both the near-infrared range and the visible range, a significant development in the contact-free monitoring of food. Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:20:57 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230713142057.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230712124747.htm Researchers report that an insect's ability to find food and a mate is reduced when their antennae are contaminated by particulate matter from industry, transport, bushfires, and other sources of air pollution. Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:47:47 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230712124747.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230711133309.htm 科学家证明可以构建一个healthy diet with 91 percent of the calories coming from ultra-processed foods (as classified using the NOVA scale) while still following the recommendations from the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). The study highlights the versatility of using DGA recommendations in constructing healthy menus. Tue, 11 Jul 2023 13:33:09 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230711133309.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230711133144.htm Scientists find that the 'feel good' brain chemical dopamine regulates anxious worm behavior in the presence of nipping predators. The findings illuminate how this dopamine-regulated brain pathway may be related to anxiety and could provide insight into human conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Tue, 11 Jul 2023 13:31:44 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230711133144.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230711133139.htm New research shows that bacteria in kitchens across 5 European countries is mostly harmless. Tue, 11 Jul 2023 13:31:39 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230711133139.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230710113824.htm Research reveals how millions of years of evolution has engineered honey bees to make fast decisions and reduce risk. Mon, 10 Jul 2023 11:38:24 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230710113824.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230709202500.htm Rising temperatures are causing British bees to wake up from hibernation almost a week earlier. Sun, 09 Jul 2023 20:25:00 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230709202500.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230707111640.htm Animal-based food products often come packaged in a wide array of information labels, including organic, natural, grass-fed, humanely raised and pasture-raised. But it's typically up to the consumer to do their homework and figure out what these different claims mean. Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:16:40 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230707111640.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230707111638.htm 微生物对植物健康发挥关键作用和could make agriculture more sustainable -- but the principles behind the assembly of their communities have remained largely unknown. Researchers have shown how bacteria can compete for food, but also cooperate thanks to differences in metabolism -- resulting in stably structured communities. Their models can accurately predict these interactions and can help to design microbiomes for specific applications in the future. Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:16:38 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230707111638.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230706231355.htm Unprocessed red meat and whole grains can be included or left out of a healthy diet, according to a study conducted in 80 countries across all inhabited continents. Diets emphasizing fruit, vegetables, dairy (mainly whole-fat), nuts, legumes and fish were linked with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and premature death in all world regions. The addition of unprocessed red meat or whole grains had little impact on outcomes. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:13:55 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230706231355.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230706231347.htm Previous and similar research has focused on Western countries and diets that combined harmful, ultra-processed foods with nutrient-dense foods. This research was global in scope and focused on foods commonly considered to be healthy. Researchers derived a diet score from PHRI's ongoing, large-scale global Prospective Urban and Rural Epidemiological (PURE) study, then replicated that in five independent studies to measure health outcomes in different world regions and in people with and without prior CVD. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:13:47 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230706231347.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230706124539.htm Obesity risk genes make people feel hungrier and lose control over their eating, but practicing dietary restraint could counteract this. New research found that those with higher genetic risk of obesity can reduce the effects that are transmitted via hunger and uncontrolled eating by up to half through dietary restraint. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:45:39 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230706124539.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230704211024.htm A detailed analysis of the dietary habits of elephants showed surprising variation from meal to meal, which could have important ramifications for wildlife protection and conservation strategies. Tue, 04 Jul 2023 21:10:24 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/07/230704211024.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/06/230629125706.htm A new study that included millions of tree-year observations worldwide for the first time documents and analyzes the intricate balance between seed defense and dispersal by forest trees at a global scale. Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:57:06 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/06/230629125706.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/06/230627225244.htm 'Natural' foods are trendy, and proponents claim that little or no processing helps preserve the food's inherent flavor. Research now shows that, at least for certain artisanal, bean-to-bar chocolates, this could indeed be the case. The team reports that unroasted, 'raw' chocolate features certain compounds responsible for fruity flavors and sour tastes that are lost when the cacao beans are processed at high temperatures. 星期二,27 Jun 2023 22:52:44 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/06/230627225244.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/06/230627225236.htm A group used a nematode model to discover that the weakening of the learning ability of older individuals does not occur when their diet includes the bacteria Lactobacillus reuteri. Since such bacteria are commonly found in the human gut, these findings suggest ways to use diet to reduce age-related cognitive decline. 星期二,27 Jun 2023 22:52:36 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/06/230627225236.htm //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/06/230627123025.htm Researchers have studied the kinetic and thermodynamic processes of sugar crystallization in the making of fondant. They combine a controlled kneading machine with light microscopy to precisely observe the process of fondant creation and link it to theoretical physics models. This allowed the team to track how different preparation methods influence the final structure and texture of fondant. Such work is poised to provide new ways to better predict and control fondant texture, mouthfeel, and flow process. 星期二,27 Jun 2023 12:30:25 EDT //www.koonmotors.com/releases/2023/06/230627123025.htm