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Green banana Musa paradisiaca (GB) has been traditionally used to aid in the treatment of diarrhea. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate current evidence of the effect of GB consumption as a complement to standard treatment in the population with acute or persistent diarrhea. We searched PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and LILACS from inception to January 2024; there was no language restriction. Only randomized controlled trials using GB as an intervention were included, and studies using antidiarrheal medication were excluded. A meta-analysis was performed to compare the effect of GB on the resolution of acute and persistent diarrhea. To measure the certainty of evidence, the GRADE assessment was used. Nine randomized controlled trials (seven open and two blinded) were included. Studies were conducted in the pediatric population comprising a total of 3996 patients aged 8 to 34 months, eight studies were written in English and one in Spanish. GB-based food consumption significantly increased the hazard of resolution of diarrhea compared to standard treatment (HR 1.96, 95% CI [1.62; 2.37], p < 0.01; I2 = 52%). The subgroup analysis showed a higher hazard of resolution of diarrhea for children with persistent diarrhea (HR 2.34, 95% CI [1.78; 3.08] compared to acute diarrhea (HR 1.74, 95% CI [1.45; 2.09]).Conclusions: The use of green banana-based foods as a complement to standard treatment in children is probably associated with a faster resolution in acute diarrhea and may aid in the treatment of persistent diarrhea. More clinical trials are necessary to assess if a synergistic effect between GB and other foods exists and proves to be better than GB alone. These findings need to be confirmed in diverse socioeconomic contexts, within the adult population, and under varying health conditionsTrial registration: CRD42024499992.
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Diarreia , Musa , Ensaios Clínicos Controlados Aleatórios como Assunto , Humanos , Diarreia/tratamento farmacológico , Diarreia/terapia , Doença Aguda , Pré-Escolar , Lactente , CriançaRESUMO
Chitosan comprises polymeric macromolecules with technical and biological properties that have been used in biomedical healing applications requiring anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory capacities worldwide. In the tropical regions, green banana peel extract and andiroba oil are considered natural products with wound healing properties. The present study, for the first time, synthesized chitosan/green banana peel extract/andiroba oil (CGA) membranes and analyzed them using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and the swelling and moisture tests. The CGA membranes together with control membranes of plain chitosan and chitosan plus green banana peel extract, were characterized by contact angle measurement, X-ray diffraction (XRD) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Macroscopic analysis showed significant differences in color and transparency caused by the number of decoction days used for extract preparation and the oil content. SEM observations disclosed the formation of two phases, lipid and polymer, in the CGA. The number of decoction days and the andiroba oil content were inversely related to the swelling moisture uptake. All membranes were found to be hydrophilic with contact angles less than 90°. The incorporation of plant extract and oil promoted the appearance of related XRD peaks. DSC curves revealed a reduction in the enthalpy of the CGA membranes compared with plain chitosan, which might be attributed to the evaporation of the natural extract and oil. Based on these findings, the studied newly synthesized membranes demonstrated a potential for healing epithelial lesions.
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In this study, edible packaging based on discarded green banana (Musa acuminata AAA) flour (whole banana and banana peel flours) was developed for food applications. Films were characterized in terms of film-forming ability, mechanical, barrier, thermal, microbiological, and sensory properties. The film forming solutions were studied for rheological properties. Two formulations were selected based on their film-forming ability: whole banana flour (2.5%), peel flour (1.5%) and glycerol (1.0 %, F-1.0 G or 1.5%, F-1.5 G). Adding 1.5% plasticizer, due to the hygroscopic effect, favored the water retention of the films, increasing the density, which also resulted in a decrease in lightness and transparency. Water activity shows no difference between the two formulations, which were water resistant for at least 25 h. DSC results showed a similar melting temperature (Tm) for both films, around 122 °C. Both films solutions showed a viscoelastic behavior in the frequency spectrum, being the elastic modulus greater in F-1.0 G film than F-1.5 G film at low frequency. F-1.0 G film was less firm, deformable and elastic, with a less compact structure and a rougher surface as confirmed by AFM, favoring a higher water vapor permeability with respect to F.1.5 G film. Microorganisms such as Enterobacteria and Staphylococcus aureus were not found in the films after a period of storage (1 year under ambient conditions). The F-1.0 G film with added spices (cumin, oregano, garlic, onion, pepper, and nutmeg) was tested for some food applications: as a snack (with or without heat treatment) and as a wrap for grilled chicken. The performance of the seasoned film during chilled storage of chicken breast was also studied. Sensory evaluation showed good overall acceptability of all applications. In addition, the chicken breast wrapped with the seasoned film registered lower counts (1-log cycle) than the control (covered with a polystyrene bag) and the film without spices. Green banana flour is a promising material to develop edible films for food applications.
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This study aimed to develop a fiber-enriched Frankfurter-type sausage by incorporating underutilized green banana flours as a meat extender, replacing wheat flour with banana flours (8%). A low-fat formulation substituting 12% pork fat with 24% banana peel flour was also studied. Sausages were stored at 4 °C/15 days. Cooking loss was low (5.6-4.1%) in all formulations and the substitution of wheat flour with banana flour did not modify moisture and protein composition, while carbohydrate, fiber, and ashes varied with the flour composition. In the low-fat sausages, fiber carbohydrate and ashes increased the most. Texture and color parameters were very similar for high-fat sausages throughout storage, although low-fat sausage showed higher hardness, while chewiness, L*, and whiteness tended to decrease. During the first week of storage, the microbial growth was scarce and then, an increase, except in the low-fat batch, in which growth remained constant. Enterobacteria and Staphylococcus aureus were not detected during storage. Sensory attributes throughout storage were very similar for all high-fat sausages; the odor in the formulations was defined as "different" but not unpleasant. The low-fat sausages, defined as a new product different from conventional sausages, were well accepted by the panelist. Banana flours are a suitable ingredient option to add nutritional value to Frankfurter-type sausages, which can be consumed by the wheat allergic population.
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AIM: Analyze the effects of green banana biomass (Musa spp.) on the biochemical parameters in Wistar male rats under standard and hyperlipidic diet. METHODS: Ethical approval for this study was obtained from Ethics Committee on the Use of Animals CEUA - PUC-GO and consisted in the division of 32 rats in 4 differentiated groups according to their diet (standard - CT; standard with green banana biomass - CTBM; hyperlipidic - HL and hyperlipidic with green banana biomass - HLBM). Through 8 weeks animals were weighted and their glycemia were measured. After this period, they were euthanized and biological material was collected to evaluate the biochemical parameters, which analysis used the ANOVA test. RESULTS: The weekly evaluation confirmed that the efficacy of the hyperlipidic model since the final weight was bigger in the HL group in comparison with the CT group, from the sixth to the eighth week. It was also possible to observe that the CTBM group had a smaller weight compared to the CT group. Besides, the measurement of glycemia, high-density lipoprotein, triglycerides, alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, serum total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase, urea, serum creatine, uric acid, calcium, phosphor, magnesium and the hematological parameters from the 8 animal of each group were compared by the ANOVA test without any significative difference (p < 0.05) in the comparisons. CONCLUSIONS: This study it did not demonstrate significative changes of the green banana biomass on the observed laboratory parameters during the 8 weeks in comparison to the standard group, indicating an absence of interference of the probiotics in the laboratory parameters on the hyperlipidic model during the analyzed period. Therefore, it is necessary an evaluation of its efficacy in obesity treatment in longer studies with molecular parameters.
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Musa , Animais , Biomassa , Dieta , Laboratórios , Camundongos , Modelos Animais , Ratos , Ratos WistarRESUMO
The objective of this study was to develop a cake rich in resistant starch, with green banana flour (GBF), of good sensory acceptance. In step 1, four cake formulations were prepared with increasing concentrations of GBF and evaluated for acceptability and purchase intention. In step 2, four new formulations were made by modifying the most accepted formulation in step 1, in addition to the formulation without GBF (control). The resistant starch content, proximate composition, total calorific value, and sensory acceptance data were obtained. The formulation with cocoa powder and dried banana (E1F4) achieved 97.78% overall acceptance and higher purchase intent. In step 2, the formulations with 14% and 18% GBF were the most accepted for flavor, texture/softness, and overall acceptance. Adding the categories of "would certainly buy" and "would probably buy", 53.33% of consumers would buy the cake with 14% GBF and 48.89% would buy the cake containing 18% GBF. The incorporation of GBF increased the resistant starch contents of the formulations as compared with the control. Ash content was highest in the formulation with 26% GBF (2.22%) and lipid content in the control formulation (11.58%). The treatments did not differ in terms of moisture content. Protein content decreased as the GBF content in the formulations was increased. The total dietary fiber content of the formulations was 9.30%. Carbohydrate content and calorific value also did not vary. The mean values of L*, a*, b*, C*, and h* showed that the cakes had an intense dark brown color. In conclusion, the addition of 14% and 18% GBF to the cake resulted in a product of high sensory acceptance, with high purchase intent, a resistant starch content 7.21 and 8.34 times higher than those in the control cake.(AU)
O objetivo desse estudo foi desenvolver uma formulação de bolo com farinha de banana verde (FBV), rica em amido resistente e com boa aceitação sensorial. Na etapa 1, foram elaboradas quatro formulações de bolo, com concentrações crescentes de FBV, as quais foram avaliadas quanto à aceitação sensorial e intenção de compra. Na etapa 2 foram feitas quatro novas formulações, modificando-se a formulação mais aceita na etapa 1, e um controle, sem farinha de banana verde. Quantificou-se o teor de amido resistente, estudou-se a composição centesimal, calculou-se o valor calórico total e avaliou-se a aceitação sensorial. A formulação com cacau em pó e banana passa (E1F4) apresentou aceitação global igual a 97,78% e maior intenção de compra. Na etapa 2, as formulações com 14% e 18% de farinha de banana verde foram as mais aceitas para o sabor, textura/maciez e aceitação global. Somando-se as categorias "certamente compraria" e "provavelmente compraria", 53,33% dos consumidores comprariam o bolo com 14% de farinha de banana verde e 48,89% o com 18%. A incorporação de concentrações crescentes de FBV proporcionou aumento nos teores de amido resistente das formulações em relação ao controle. O teor de cinzas foi maior na formulação com 26% de farinha de banana verde (2,22%) e o de lipídeos na formulação controle (11,58%). Os tratamentos não diferiram quanto ao teor de umidade. O teor de proteína reduziu, à medida em que o teor de farinha de banana verde foi incrementado nas formulações. O teor de fibra alimentar total das formulações foi igual a 9,30%. O teor de carboidratos e valor calórico também não variaram. Os valores médios das variáveis L*, a*, b*, C* e h* demonstraram que os bolos apresentaram coloração marrom escura intensa. Conclui-se que a adição de 14% e 18% de farinha de banana verde no bolo resultou em um produto com elevada aceitação sensorial, elevada intenção de compra e com teor de amido resistente 7,21 e 8,34 vezes superior ao bolo controle.(AU)
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Pão/análise , Fibras na Dieta , Musa , FarinhaRESUMO
Different bread formulations, which provide different dough structures, were studied in order to better understand the effect of wheat flour substitution, flour type and concentration on dough development during baking, and their relationship with physical properties of the final product. Breads were produced with partial substitution of wheat flour by corn (CF), green banana (GF) and rice flour (RF), at different concentrations, and then baked at different times. Wheat flour substitution by CF, GF and RF in bread reduces heat transfer to the dough center by about 21%, 35% and 20%, respectively; and the water loss by about 5%, 15% and 0%, respectively. Those reductions were more influenced by flour type, than flour concentration. When wheat flour is substituted, the mechanisms of water migration are modified, once the pore system of bread dough is more discrete and stiffens later. Calculated thermal conductivity and diffusivity of the different flours used, and its correlations with average composite-bread heating rates (0.93) and water loss (0.85), respectively, indicates that thermal properties of composite bread dough could represent an important issue to be explored in dough systems with reduced gluten concentration.
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Pão , Farinha , Musa , Oryza , Zea mays , Glutens/análise , Musa/química , Oryza/química , Temperatura , Triticum/química , Água , Zea mays/químicaRESUMO
This study evaluated the in vitro effect of 3.0, 6.0, and 9.0% of green banana pulp (GBP) incorporation in fermented milk on the survival of Lactobacillus paracasei subsp. paracasei LBC 81 subjected to acid stress conditions and in the presence of bile salts. Tolerance to acid stress in pH 2.0 and in the presence of 0.30% of bile salts was evaluated right after the incorporation of the fermented milk in each of these conditions, and also during 3 and 4 h of exposure, respectively. The addition of GBP (3.0%) gives a protective effect on L. paracasei LBC 81 when exposed to stress conditions evaluated, while of 9.0% there is a marked decrease of L. paracasei LBC 81. In the absence of GBP, a decrease of L. paracasei LBC 81 is observed, but lower in the presence of GBP (9.0%).
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Ácidos e Sais Biliares , Meios de Cultura/metabolismo , Produtos Fermentados do Leite , Fermentação , Lactobacillus , Probióticos , Ácidos e Sais Biliares/metabolismo , Produtos Fermentados do Leite/análise , Concentração de Íons de Hidrogênio , Lactobacillus/crescimento & desenvolvimento , Lactobacillus/metabolismo , MusaRESUMO
The aim of this work was obtaining layer and sponge cakes formulated with corn flour replaced by green banana flour and to determine the best substitution proportions to achieve nutritionally improved products and with texture and sensory characteristics acceptable. The replacement of corn flour by GB flour increased the density in layer cake batters, while in sponge cake batters the density decreased. The batters were influenced by the increase in the flow properties, the viscoelastic behaviour, and the decrease in the thixotropic properties. The thermal analysis of batters determined a partial gelatinization of the starch, which together with its rheological properties influenced the cakes' texture parameters. The substitution of 30% corn flour by GB flour in sponge and layer cakes produced a decrease in cohesiveness and an increase in hardness. In sponge cakes, incorporation of up to 30% of GB flour improved the sensory attributes and the textural properties, while in layer cakes a 30% substitution did not significantly deteriorate the quality of cakes.
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Farinha/análise , Glutens/análise , Musa/química , Zea mays/química , Adolescente , Adulto , Cor , Dieta Livre de Glúten , Manipulação de Alimentos , Dureza , Temperatura Alta , Humanos , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Reologia , Amido , Paladar , Viscosidade , Adulto JovemRESUMO
Despite the growing demand for green banana (GB) products, there is no review study regarding their potential health benefits. We aimed to compare the health benefits among different GB products by a systematic review. We researched six electronic databases (PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, Science Direct, Web of Science, and Google Scholar) from inception to March 2019. We found 1009 articles in these databases. After duplicate removal, we screened 732 articles' titles and abstracts, and selected 18 potentially relevant studies for full-text reading. We added five records from the reference list of the fully-read articles and seven suggested by the expert. Twelve articles were excluded. In the end, 18 studies were considered for this systematic review. Ten studies were conducted with green banana flour and eight with the green banana pulp/biomass. Most of the GB health benefits studied were related to the gastrointestinal symptoms/diseases, followed by the glycemic/insulin metabolism, weight control, and renal and liver complications associated to diabetes. Only one study did not confirm the health benefit proposed. It is necessary to standardize the GB dose/effect to different age groups and different health effects considering the GB variety and ripeness level. Further studies are necessary to present better detailing of GB product and their health effects considering all the raw-material characteristics.
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Dieta Saudável , Comportamento Alimentar , Frutas , Musa , Valor Nutritivo , Adolescente , Adulto , Idoso , Animais , Criança , Pré-Escolar , Feminino , Humanos , Lactente , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Recomendações Nutricionais , Adulto JovemRESUMO
Diabetes mellitus is a global epidemic, characterised as a heterogeneous group of metabolic disorders associated with high risk of CVD. Green banana biomass, which is composed of resistant starches (RS) and cannot be hydrolysed by amylases, delays gastric emptying and modulates insulin sensitivity, thus contributing to improve metabolic disorders. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of consumption of RS from green banana biomass on body composition, fasting plasma glucose, glycated Hb (HbA1c) and homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance in subjects with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes on top of treatment. Middle-aged subjects (n 113) of both sexes with pre-diabetes (HbA1c: 5·7-6·4 %) or diabetes (HbA1c ≥ 6·5 %) were randomised to receive nutritional support plus green banana biomass (40 g) (RS: approximately 4·5 g, G1, n 62) or diet alone (G2, n 51) for 24 weeks. Body composition, biochemical analyses and dietary intake were evaluated at the beginning and end of the study. In the experimental group (G1), consumption of RS was associated with reduction in HbA1c (P = 0·0001), fasting glucose (P = 0·021), diastolic blood pressure (P = 0·010), body weight (P = 0·002), BMI (P = 0·006), waist and hip circumferences (P < 0·01), fat mass percentage (P = 0·001) and increase in lean mass percentage (P = 0·011). In controls (G2), reductions were observed in waist and hip circumferences (P < 0·01), HbA1c (P = 0·002) and high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (P = 0·020). In pre-diabetes or diabetes, non-significant differences were observed in the percentage reduction in HbA1c and fasting glucose in exploratory analyses. Our results indicate that the consumption of bioactive starches is a good dietary strategy to improve metabolic control and body composition.
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Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2/sangue , Dieta/métodos , Musa , Estado Pré-Diabético/sangue , Amido/administração & dosagem , Biomassa , Glicemia/metabolismo , Composição Corporal/efeitos dos fármacos , Jejum/sangue , Feminino , Hemoglobinas Glicadas/metabolismo , Humanos , Insulina/sangue , Resistência à Insulina , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-IdadeRESUMO
Probiotics are widely used in the food industry and may affect the oral microbiota. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of petit-suisse plus probiotic on the microbiota of children's saliva. Strawberry flavor petit-suisse cheese plus green banana flour without Lactobacillus casei (control) and with addition of Lactobacillus casei (probiotic) were prepared and used in the experiments. The feasibility of adding probiotic to petit-suisse was assessed over 28â¯days. Saliva samples from volunteers who consumed the petit-suisses produced were collected before the period of consumption of the products (T0), on the last day of consumption of petit-suisse (T1) and two weeks after the consumption stopped (T2 - post treatment). The samples were immediately fixed with paraformaldehyde in a final concentration of 2%, after which the bacteria of interest were identified by Fluorescent In Situ Hybridization (FISH) and counted with the aid of an epifluorescence microscope. Lactic bacteria were viable between 108 and 109â¯CFU·g-1 for 28â¯days of storage at 4⯰C. Both products (control and with L. casei added) were able to significantly reduce (pâ¯<â¯0.05) the total number of microorganisms and Streptococcus mutans in the volunteers' saliva. However, only the product plus L. casei decreased density of Agreggatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, as well as being able to maintain the low density of Porphyromonas gingivalis post treatment. Therefore, the petit-suisse cheese developed showed the ability to carry probiotic microorganism, being a potential alternative for reducing potentially pathogenic microbiota in the oral cavity.
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Queijo/microbiologia , Lacticaseibacillus casei/fisiologia , Probióticos , Saliva/microbiologia , Bactérias/genética , Criança , Humanos , Hibridização in Situ Fluorescente , Microbiota , Boca/microbiologia , Streptococcus mutansRESUMO
Abstract Objectives: Evaluate the effect of combinations of green banana biomass and laxatives in children and adolescents with chronic constipation. Methods: This was a randomized study of 80 children and adolescents with functional constipation according to the Rome IV Criteria, who were divided into five groups: (1) green banana biomass alone; (2) green banana biomass plus PEG 3350 with electrolytes; (3) green banana biomass plus sodium picosulfate; (4) PEG 3350 with electrolytes alone; and (5) sodium picosulfate alone. Primary outcome measure was the reduction of the proportion of patients with Bristol Stool Form Scale ratings 1 or 2. Secondary outcome measures were: increase of the proportion of >3 bowel movements/week and reduction of the proportion of fecal incontinence, straining on defecation, painful defecation, blood in stool, abdominal pain, and decreased laxative doses. Results: On consumption of green banana biomass alone, a statistically significant reduction was observed in the proportion of children with Bristol Stool Form Scale rating 1 or 2, straining on defecation, painful defecation, and abdominal pain. Conversely, no reduction was observed in fecal incontinence episodes/week, blood in stool, and no increase was observed in the proportion of children with >3 bowel movements/week. The percentage of children who required decreased laxative dose was high when green banana biomass was associated with sodium picosulfate (87%), and PEG 3350 with electrolytes (63%). Green banana biomass alone and associated with laxatives was well tolerated, and no adverse effects were reported. Conclusion: Green banana biomass is advantageous as an adjunct therapy on functional constipation, mainly for reducing doses of laxatives.
Resumo Objetivos: Avaliar o efeito das combinações da biomassa de banana verde e laxantes em crianças e adolescentes com constipação crônica. Métodos: Estudo randomizado de 80 crianças e adolescentes com constipação funcional de acordo com os Critérios de Roma IV divididos em cinco grupos: 1) Somente biomassa de banana verde; 2) Biomassa de banana verde mais PEG 3350 com eletrólitos; 3) Biomassa de banana verde mais picossulfato de sódio; 4) PEG 3350 somente com eletrólitos e 5) somente picossulfato de sódio. O desfecho primário foi a redução da proporção de pacientes com as classificações 1 ou 2 da Escala de Bristol para Consistência de Fezes. Os desfechos secundários foram: aumento da produção de > 3 evacuações/semana e redução da proporção de incontinência fecal, esforço na defecação, defecação dolorosa, sangue nas fezes, dor abdominal e redução nas dose de laxantes. Resultados: No consumo somente de biomassa de banana verde há uma redução estatisticamente significativa na proporção de crianças com classificação 1 ou 2 da Escala de Bristol para Consistência de Fezes, esforço na defecação, defecação dolorosa e dor abdominal. Por outro lado, não houve redução nos episódios fecais/semana de incontinência, sangue nas fezes e nenhum aumento na proporção de crianças com > 3 evacuações/semana. O percentual de crianças que tiveram sua dose de laxante reduzida foi alto quando a biomassa de banana verde foi associada a picossulfato de sódio (87%) e PEG 3350 com eletrólitos (63%). A biomassa de banana verde sozinha e associada a laxantes foi bem tolerada e não houve efeitos adversos relatados. Conclusão: A biomassa de banana verde é vantajosa como uma terapia adjuvante na constipação funcional, principalmente na redução das doses de laxantes.
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Humanos , Masculino , Feminino , Criança , Adolescente , Biomassa , Constipação Intestinal/dietoterapia , Constipação Intestinal/tratamento farmacológico , Musa , Laxantes/uso terapêutico , Fatores Socioeconômicos , Estudos Prospectivos , Resultado do Tratamento , Terapia CombinadaRESUMO
OBJECTIVES: Evaluate the effect of combinations of green banana biomass and laxatives in children and adolescents with chronic constipation. METHODS: This was a randomized study of 80 children and adolescents with functional constipation according to the Rome IV Criteria, who were divided into five groups: (1) green banana biomass alone; (2) green banana biomass plus PEG 3350 with electrolytes; (3) green banana biomass plus sodium picosulfate; (4) PEG 3350 with electrolytes alone; and (5) sodium picosulfate alone. Primary outcome measure was the reduction of the proportion of patients with Bristol Stool Form Scale ratings 1 or 2. Secondary outcome measures were: increase of the proportion of >3 bowel movements/week and reduction of the proportion of fecal incontinence, straining on defecation, painful defecation, blood in stool, abdominal pain, and decreased laxative doses. RESULTS: On consumption of green banana biomass alone, a statistically significant reduction was observed in the proportion of children with Bristol Stool Form Scale rating 1 or 2, straining on defecation, painful defecation, and abdominal pain. Conversely, no reduction was observed in fecal incontinence episodes/week, blood in stool, and no increase was observed in the proportion of children with >3 bowel movements/week. The percentage of children who required decreased laxative dose was high when green banana biomass was associated with sodium picosulfate (87%), and PEG 3350 with electrolytes (63%). Green banana biomass alone and associated with laxatives was well tolerated, and no adverse effects were reported. CONCLUSION: Green banana biomass is advantageous as an adjunct therapy on functional constipation, mainly for reducing doses of laxatives.
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Biomassa , Constipação Intestinal/dietoterapia , Constipação Intestinal/tratamento farmacológico , Laxantes/uso terapêutico , Musa , Adolescente , Criança , Terapia Combinada , Feminino , Humanos , Masculino , Estudos Prospectivos , Fatores Socioeconômicos , Resultado do TratamentoRESUMO
The aims of this study were (i) to evaluate the growth kinetic of L. paracasei LBC 81 in fermented milks enriched with green banana pulp (GBP); (ii) to evaluate the effect of the incorporation of GBP on the chemical composition and the sensory acceptance; and (iii) to study the viability of the probiotic and technological properties during refrigerated storage. The amount of GBP used were 3.0, 6.0 and 9.0 g/100 g. The results show that the higher the concentration of GBP added, the shorter the time taken to reach pH 4.6. It was observed that the incorporation of GBP did not affect negatively the viability of L. paracasei LBC 81 during storage. The fermented milk elaborated with 6.0 g/100 g of GBP was the most accepted. The present study indicates that the enrichment of fermented milk with GBP favors the stability of the probiotic strain, L. paracasei LBC 81 during storage.
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Produtos Fermentados do Leite , Frutas , Lacticaseibacillus paracasei/fisiologia , Musa , Probióticos , Adolescente , Adulto , Bebidas , Comportamento do Consumidor , Feminino , Humanos , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Adulto JovemRESUMO
ABSTRACT Objective In this study, the effects of a green banana pasta diet on the oxidative damage from type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) were investigated. Materials and methods Formulations containing 25 (F25), 50 (F50), and 75% (F75) of green banana pasta were prepared and included in a 12-week diet of Wistar rats with alloxan-induced type 1 DM. The effects of these formulations in preventing oxidative damage in kidneys and liver homogenates of rats were evaluated using the TBARS assay (lipid peroxidation in liver) and the DNPH assay (protein oxidation in liver and kidneys). Furthermore, the effects of the formulations on the fasting glycemia, fructosamine levels, renal function (creatinine), liver function (enzymes aspartate aminotransferase [AST] and alanine aminotransferase [ALT]), and lipid profile (total cholesterol and fractions) in the serum of rats were evaluated in addition to the evaluation of the centesimal composition and microbiological analysis of the produced green banana pasta. Results An F75 diet prevented hyperglycemia in diabetic rats (p < 0.05) compared to the diabetic rats fed a standard diet (commercial feed). Notably, the protein oxidation in both the liver and kidneys were prevented in diabetic rats on the F50 or F75 diets compared to the control group, whereas the lipid peroxidation was only prevented in the liver (p < 0.05). Moreover, all formulations prevented an increase in the amount of triglycerides in the serum of the rats. The F25 and F50 diet prevented the increase of cholesterol, and the F75-based diet of ALT and fructosamine (p < 0.05) supported the anti-hyperglycemic effects and the protection against oxidative damage. Conclusion The green banana pasta (F75) diet showed great potential for preventing complications associated with diabetes.
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Animais , Masculino , Musa/química , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 1/metabolismo , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 1/prevenção & controle , Dietoterapia/métodos , Rim/metabolismo , Fígado/metabolismo , Aspartato Aminotransferases/sangue , Valores de Referência , Glicemia/análise , Colesterol/sangue , Reprodutibilidade dos Testes , Creatinina/sangue , Complicações do Diabetes/metabolismo , Complicações do Diabetes/prevenção & controle , Diabetes Mellitus Experimental/metabolismo , Diabetes Mellitus Experimental/prevenção & controle , Alanina Transaminase/sangueRESUMO
The effect of pork skin (PS) and green banana flour (GBF) on the physicochemical, technological, microbiological, and sensory properties of Bologna-type sausages was assessed. For this propose, six batches were manufactured: control (formulated with 20% fat) and five treatments replacing 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, and 100% of pork-fat by a mixture of PS, water, and GBF (1:2:2). Fat contents significantly (P<0.05) decreased, while moisture, resistant starch and ash levels significantly (P<0.05) increased with the addition of PS and GBF gel. Lower cooking loss and higher emulsion stability (P<0.05) were observed in the modified treatments. No difference was observed between the treatments for the microbiological quality. The substitution of up to 60% fat did not influence (P>0.05) on color (L*, a*, b*, and whiteness), texture parameters, and sensory acceptability. Therefore, healthier Bologna type sausages could be produced by replacing up to 60% of the fat with a mixture of PS, water, and GBF without depreciating product's quality.
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Substitutos da Gordura/química , Farinha , Manipulação de Alimentos , Produtos da Carne/análise , Musa/química , Adolescente , Adulto , Animais , Cor , Comportamento do Consumidor , Culinária , Gorduras na Dieta/análise , Proteínas Alimentares/análise , Emulsões , Feminino , Contaminação de Alimentos , Microbiologia de Alimentos , Qualidade dos Alimentos , Humanos , Concentração de Íons de Hidrogênio , Masculino , Produtos da Carne/microbiologia , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Suínos , Paladar , Adulto JovemRESUMO
Introducción. La zona de Urabá, en el departamento de Antioquia, Colombia, es gran productora de banano que se dedica fundamentalmente al mercado internacional. Algunos ejemplares que no dan la talla, son dedicados al mercado interno, o simplemente se desechan. Objetivo. El presente estudio buscó caracterizar una fibra de banano verde íntegro de variedad gran enano (Musa AAA cv. Musaceae) (30 %) y Valery (Cavendish valery) (70 %), proveniente de la zona de Urabá, departamento de Antioquia, Colombia. Materiales y métodos. Se realizó su análisis químico proximal, características del contenido de fibra dietaria total (FDT), fibra dietaria soluble (FDS), fibra dietaria insoluble (FDI), además del tamaño de partícula, capacidad de retención de agua (CRA), capacidad de hinchamiento (CH), capacidad de adsorción de moléculas orgánicas (CAMO) y capacidad de intercambio catiónico (CIC), para evaluar su potencial como ingrediente en productos alimenticios. Resultados y conclusión. La caracterización fisicoquímica de la fibra de banano verde íntegro arrojó un contenido de FDT de 38,7 %, FDS de 30,5 % y de FDI de 8,3 %, de proteína de 4,515 % de cenizas de 4,32 %, de grasa de 0,744 % y de humedad de 8,323 %, haciendo de esta un ingrediente que pudiera constituirse en la única fuente de fibra para un alimento.
Introduction. The Urabá zone, in Antioquia, Colombia, has a great banana production, mainly devoted to international markets. Some bananas that cannot achieve high standards are sent to domestic markets, or are simply disposed. Objective. This study aimed to characterize a green banana fiber, of the "gran enana" variety (Musa AAA cv. Musaceae), 30 % and Valery (Cavendish valery), 70 %, from Urabá, Antioquia, Colombia. Materials and methods. A proximate chemical analysis was performed, with characteristics of the total dietary fiber (TDF), soluble dietary fiber (SDF), insoluble dietary fiber (IDF), plus the particle size, water retention capacity (WRC), swelling capacity (SC), organic molecules adsorption capacity (OMAC) and cation exchange capacity (CEC), in order to assess its potential as an ingredient for food. Results and conclusion. The physical-chemical characterization of the green banana fiber had a TDF content of 38,7 %, SDF of 30,5 % and IDF of 8,3 %, 4,515 % of protein, 4,32 % of ashes, 0,744 of fat and 8,323 of humidity. Therefore, this fiber can be the only fiber source in a food product.
Introdução. A zona de Urabá, no departamento de Antioquia, Colômbia, é grande produtora de banana que se dedica fundamentalmente ao mercado internacional. Alguns exemplares que não chegam ao tamanho esperado, são dedicados aou mercado interno, o simplesmente se elimina. Objetivo. O presente estudo buscou caracterizar uma fibra de banana verde íntegro de variedade grande anão (Musa AAA cv. Musaceae) (30 %) e Valery (Cavendish valery) (70 %), proveniente da zona de Urabá, departamento de Antioquia, Colômbia. Materiais e métodos. Se realizou sua análise químico proximal, características do conteúdo de fibra dietaria total (FDT), fibra dietaria solúvel (FDS), fibra dietaria insolúvel (FDI), ademais do tamanho de partícula, capacidade de retenção de água (CRA), capacidade de expansão (CH), capacidade de adsorção de moléculas orgânicas (CAMO) e capacidade de intercambio catiônico (CIC), para avaliar seu potencial como ingrediente em produtos alimentícios. Resultados e conclusão. A caracterização físico-química da fibra de banana verde íntegro mostrou um conteúdo de FDT de 38,7 %, FDS de 30,5 % e de FDI de 8,3 %, de proteína de 4,515 % de cinzas de 4,32 %, de gordura de 0,744 % e de umidade de 8,323 %, fazendo desta um ingrediente que pudesse constituir-se na única fonte de fibra para um alimento.
RESUMO
Functional breads constitute an interesting alternative as a vehicle of new dietary fiber sources. Two ingredients which are obtained and used at regional levels were studied: green banana flour (GBF) (Musa acuminata var nanica) and American carob flour (CF) (Prosopis alba). Breads were made mixing these flours with wheat flour (WF): GBF/WF 50:50 and CF/WF 25:75. Proximal composition of all samples was assessed according to AOAC methods. Iron, zinc and calcium contents were determined by AAS and mineral dialyzability using an in vitro method. The studied flours as well as the breads were characterized by high dietary fiber contents (12.4 and 31.0 in GBF and CF; and 6.9 and 10.2 in the green banana and carob breads, respectively). Breads had about 22% less available carbohydrates than white bread. Mineral dialyzability increased in breads about 30 to 50%, since fermentation promotes phytates degradation. The greatest effect was observed on iron dialyzability. These results indicate that these flours might be promising ingredients for use in the design of functional breads, with important levels of dietary fiber. These breads may be labeled as high fiber products according to current national regulations (minimum 6%). The inclusion of CF contributed to higher iron and calcium levels while the use of GBF, due to its functional properties, allowed for a greater replacement of wheat flour.
Los panes funcionales representan una alternativa interesante como vehículo de nuevas fuentes de fibra. Se estudiaron materias primas cuya obtención y uso es aún de tipo artesanal: la harina de banana verde (HBV) (Musa acuminata var nanica) y la harina de algarroba (HA) (Prosopis alba). Se elaboraron panes en mezcla con harina de trigo (HT): HBV/HT 50:50 y HA/HT 25:75. La composición centesimal de todas las muestras se realizó según AOAC. Se determinó el contenido de hierro, zinc y calcio por EAA y la dializabilidad mineral por un método in vitro. Tanto las materias primas como los panes se caracterizaron por un alto contenido de fibra (12,4 y 31,0 para HBV y HA y 6,9 y 10,2 para los panes de harina de plátano y algarroba respectivamente). Los panes presentaron alrededor de 22% menos de carbohidratos disponibles que el pan blanco. La dializabilidad de minerales se incrementó en los panes entre un 30 y un 50% ya que la fermentación promueve la degradación de los fitatos. El mayor efecto se observó sobre la dializabilidad de hierro. Estos resultados señalan a estas harinas como ingredientes promisorios para su utilización en el diseño de panes funcionales, con un importante aporte de fibra dietaria, que permite considerarlos alimentos ricos en fibra, de acuerdo a la legislación vigente (Código Alimentario Argentino) que señala un mínimo de 6% para dichos productos. La inclusión de HA contribuyó a un mayor aporte de hierro y calcio, mientras que la de HBV, por sus características funcionales, permitió un mayor reemplazo de harina de trigo.
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Humanos , Pão , Fibras na Dieta , Alimento Funcional , Farinha , Frutas , MineraisRESUMO
No presente estudo foram preparadas misturas de farinhas de banana verde e de castanha-do-brasil e analisadas suas características e os valores aditivos nutricionais. Diferentes percentuais de farinha de castanha-do-brasil (5%, 10% e 15%) foram misturadas à farinha de banana verde. Determinou-se a composição centesimal da mistura por meio de análises químicas das matérias-primas individuais e das farinhas mistas. Por se tratar de matérias-primas distintas, a composição centesimal da farinha de banana verde e de castanha-do-brasil apresentou diferença significativa para todos os constituintes químicos analisados. As farinhas mistas apresentaram aumento nos teores médios de proteínas, lipídeos, cinzas e decréscimo de carboidratos totais. A mistura de farinha de castanha-do-brasil, em até 15%, na farinha de banana verde, apresentou melhor valor nutricional quando comparada com suas matérias-primas individuais. Sugere-se a realização de mais estudos com as mesmas matérias-primas, com adição de farinhas de castanha-do-brasil, que apresentem baixos teores de lipídeos, com objetivo de aumentar ainda mais a concentração dos teores de fibras totais, proteínas e minerais nas farinhas mistas elaboradas.
The mixtures of green banana and Brazilian nut flours were prepared and characterized on food nutritionaladditive value. Varied percentage of Brazilian nut flour (5%, 10% and 15%) were combined with green banana flour. The centesimal composition of the mixture was determined by means of chemical analyses in the individual raw materials and in the mixed flours. For being distinct raw materials, the centesimal composition of both green banana and Brazilian nut flours showed significant differences in all of theanalyzed chemical constituents. An increase in the average contents of proteins, lipids, and ashes, and adecrease in total carbohydrates were found in the mixed flours. The mixture of Brazilian nut flour in up to 15% in green banana flour demonstrated the best nutritional value when compared with the respective raw materials. It is suggested to perform further studies on the same raw materials and adding Brazilian nut flours containing low lipid contents, for increasing the concentration of the total fibers, proteins and minerals contents in the prepared flours mixtures.