Cobalt nanoparticles embedded into polydimethylsiloxane-grafted cocoa shell: functional agrowaste for CO2 capture
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DOI: 10.1007/s10854-019-00679-5
Abstract: This paper presents for the first time surface functionalization of cocoa shells (CS) through the covalent grafting of 3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane (APTES) followed by the substitution of poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS) and in situ generation/insertion of cobalt nanoparticles (Co-NP).… read more here.
Keywords: aptes pdms; co2; cobalt nanoparticles; cocoa shell ... See more keywords
Nutritional Clustering of Cookies Developed with Cocoa Shell, Soy, and Green Banana Flours Using Exploratory Methods
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DOI: 10.1007/s11947-020-02495-w
Abstract: The aim of this presented study was to develop and cluster cookies made with cocoa shell, a by-product of the chocolate industry, and nutritionally rich raw materials, soy and green banana flours, according to their… read more here.
Keywords: soy green; green banana; cocoa shell; banana flours ... See more keywords
Cocoa shell extract supplementation in hypertensive rats induces outward hypertrophic remodelling in mesenteric resistance arteries, reducing fibrosis
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DOI: 10.1113/ep092528
Abstract: Hypertension is the leading risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and is difficult to control, putting the focus on foods and nutraceuticals. Cocoa has beneficial cardiovascular effects but generates large amounts of residues, such as cocoa… read more here.
Keywords: supplementation; hypertrophic remodelling; shell extract; outward hypertrophic ... See more keywords
Phytochemicals from the Cocoa Shell Modulate Mitochondrial Function, Lipid and Glucose Metabolism in Hepatocytes via Activation of FGF21/ERK, AKT, and mTOR Pathways
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DOI: 10.3390/antiox11010136
Abstract: The cocoa shell is a by-product that may be revalorized as a source of bioactive compounds to prevent chronic cardiometabolic diseases. This study aimed to investigate the phytochemicals from the cocoa shell as targeted compounds… read more here.
Keywords: shell; phytochemicals cocoa; mitochondrial function; cocoa shell ... See more keywords
Vasoactive Properties of a Cocoa Shell Extract: Mechanism of Action and Effect on Endothelial Dysfunction in Aged Rats
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DOI: 10.3390/antiox11020429
Abstract: Cocoa has cardiovascular beneficial effects related to its content of antioxidant phytochemicals. Cocoa manufacturing produces large amounts of waste, but some by-products may be used as ingredients with health-promoting potential. We aimed to investigate the… read more here.
Keywords: pca; cse; cocoa shell; vasoactive properties ... See more keywords
Radical Scavenging and Cellular Antioxidant Activity of the Cocoa Shell Phenolic Compounds after Simulated Digestion
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DOI: 10.3390/antiox12051007
Abstract: The cocoa industry generates a considerable quantity of cocoa shell, a by-product with high levels of methylxanthines and phenolic compounds. Nevertheless, the digestion process can extensively modify these compounds’ bioaccessibility, bioavailability, and bioactivity as a… read more here.
Keywords: cocoa; radical scavenging; cocoa shell; digestion ... See more keywords
Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction of Bioactive Compounds from Cocoa Shell and Their Encapsulation in Gum Arabic and Maltodextrin: A Technology to Produce Functional Food Ingredients
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DOI: 10.3390/foods12020412
Abstract: In this study, the extraction of cocoa shell powder (CSP) was optimized, and the optimized extracts were spray-dried for encapsulation purposes. Temperature (45–65 °C), extraction time (30–60 min), and ethanol concentration (60–100%) were the extraction… read more here.
Keywords: gum arabic; extraction; arabic maltodextrin; encapsulation ... See more keywords