Current Nutrition & Food Science - Volume 21, Issue 2, 2025

IntroductionEnteral feeding is essential for hospitalized patients unable to consume oral nutrition. However, it poses a risk of bacterial contamination, leading to infections and increased morbidity and mortality.MethodsStudies have shown that contaminated enteral feeds are associated with longer hospital stays and worsened patient outcomes. Common pathogens include Gram-negative bacilli (e.g., Serratia s Read More

Clerodendrum colebrookianium (CC) is a small shrub belonging to the genus Clerondendrum and the family Lamiaceae that is widely distributed in southeast Asian countries like India and China. The plant generally grows in the wet and arid regions of the globe. It has four angled branches that bear flowers along with heart-shaped leaves. This review aims to provide vast knowledge about the pharmacological activities, ethnobot Read More

Mayonnaise is one of the most popular seasonings and well-established sauces globally, which is considered a high-fat and high-calorie product due to its high oil content. However, excessive consumption of fat (especially saturated fatty acids) leads to an increased risk of various chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease, type 2 diabetes, COVID-19, and obesity. Therefore, the demand for l Read More

With the global elderly population projected to double by 2050, there is an increasing need to address the risk factors associated with neurodegenerative diseases. This article focuses on exploring the potential neuroprotective effects of quercetin mediated through the Nrf2 signaling pathway. Quercetin, a flavonoid pigment known for its antioxidant properties, can directly interact with Keap1, leading to the di Read More

Animal- and plant-based foods are considered staple foods worldwide. As the population increases, new alternative foods with higher nutritional value and sustainable nature are needed. Moreover, the current food system drastically impacts the environment and may result in unsustainability. The livestock sector significantly contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and is a major user of land and water resourc Read More

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world, with potential health benefits and anti-diabetic qualities. Numerous bioactive substances found in coffee have been studied for their possible therapeutic benefits in controlling blood glucose. Given the ubiquitous use of coffee, this article aims to review the anti-diabetic characteristics of various coffee bioactive compounds such as chlorogenic acids, caffeic acid, quinic acid Read More

IntroductionInappropriate infant feeding practices are a factor in malnutrition in western Côte d'Ivoire, which can cause several problems. In fact, in this part of the country, 26% of children under the age of 5 are undernourished, and 6% of these children are wasted. In order to assess knowledge and practices regarding infant feeding, this survey was carried out among mother-child pairs at the Regional Hospital Center Read More

BackgroundThanks to its rich polyphenols and antioxidant content, Cistus incanus is a natural healthy ingredient.ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the effect of 0-7.5 (v/v) C. incanus extract supplementation on probiotic yogurt's physicochemical, sensory, and microbiological characteristics.MethodsColor, pH, texture profile analysis, total phenolic content, antioxidant activity, fat, protein, syneresis, water holdin Read More

BackgroundPseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen protected from antibiotics' harmful effects by various mechanisms. One of the most important mechanisms is the activation of exudation systems. Therefore, identifying such targets in food contaminating bacteria can help us target them and eliminate bacteria resistant to several drugs, making food safe. Therefore, the present study aimed to trace Mex A and Read More

BackgroundQuinoa was cultivated in different parts of the world because of the water crisis. On the other view, proteins from plant sources have attracted significant interest. One of the sustainable protein sources is quinoa protein.ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to isolate quinoa protein and determine physicochemical properties for its use in the food industry.MethodsQuinoa Protein Isolates (QPIs) were separated from Q Read More

BackgroundCOVID-19 has caused a high health burden worldwide and increased the need to identify factors affecting its risk. Fruits and vegetables are essential for a healthy diet and immune system function. This study investigated the associations between fruit and vegetable intake and COVID-19 incidence in a large sample of Iranian adults.MethodsIn this cross-sectional study, we used data from 9189 participants of Yaz Read More

BackgroundFunctional constipation (FC) is characterized by infrequent and hard bowel movements, often accompanied by difficulty and pain during the passage. It has been suggested that an imbalanced microbiome contributes to the development of FC. One potential intervention is post-colonoscopy probiotic supplementation, which could create a favorable environment for FC patients.ObjectiveThis study aimed to investi Read More