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Ndiaye A, Fliss I, Filteau M. High-throughput characterization of the effect of sodium chloride and potassium chloride on 31 lactic acid bacteria and their co-cultures. Front Microbiol 2024; 15:1328416. [PMID: 38435689 PMCID: PMC10904479 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1328416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Salt (NaCl) is associated with a risk of hypertension and the development of coronary heart disease, so its consumption should be limited. However, salt plays a key role in the quality and safety of food by controlling undesirable microorganisms. Since studies have focused primarily on the effect of salts on the overall counts of the lactic acid bacteria (LAB) group, we have not yet understood how salt stress individually affects the strains and the interactions between them. In this study, we characterized the effect of sodium chloride (NaCl) and potassium chloride (KCl) on the growth and acidification of 31 LAB strains. In addition, we evaluated the effect of salts on a total of 93 random pairwise strain combinations. Strains and co-cultures were tested at 3% NaCl, 5% NaCl, and 3% KCl on solid medium using an automated approach and image analysis. The results showed that the growth of LAB was significantly reduced by up to 68% at 5% NaCl (p < 0.0001). For the co-cultures, a reduction of up to 57% was observed at 5% NaCl (p < 0.0001). However, acidification was less affected by salt stress, whether for monocultures or co-cultures. Furthermore, KCl had a lesser impact on both growth and acidification compared to NaCl. Indeed, some strains showed a significant increase in growth at 3% KCl, such as Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis 74310 (23%, p = 0.01). More importantly, co-cultures appeared to be more resilient and had more varied responses to salt stress than the monocultures, as several cases of suppression of the significant effect of salts on acidification and growth were detected. Our results highlight that while salts can modulate microbial interactions, these latter can also attenuate the effect of salts on LAB.
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- Amadou Ndiaye
- Département des Sciences des Aliments, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
- Institut sur la Nutrition et les Aliments Fonctionnels (INAF), Québec, QC, Canada
- Institut de Biologie Intégrative et des Systèmes (IBIS), Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
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- Département des Sciences des Aliments, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
- Institut sur la Nutrition et les Aliments Fonctionnels (INAF), Québec, QC, Canada
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- Département des Sciences des Aliments, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
- Institut sur la Nutrition et les Aliments Fonctionnels (INAF), Québec, QC, Canada
- Institut de Biologie Intégrative et des Systèmes (IBIS), Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
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Zhang Q, Shen J, Meng G, Wang H, Liu C, Zhu C, Zhao G, Tong L. Selection of yeast strains in naturally fermented cured meat as promising starter cultures for fermented cured beef, a traditional fermented meat product of northern China. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2024; 104:883-891. [PMID: 37698856 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.12979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2023] [Revised: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Fermented meat products are meat products with a unique flavor, color, and texture as well as an extended shelf life under natural or artificially controlled conditions. Microorganisms or enzymes are used to ferment the raw meat so that it undergoes a series of biochemical and physical changes. Common fermentation strains are lactic acid bacteria, yeasts, staphylococci, molds, and so forth. Studies on the inhibitory effect of yeast fermentation strain on N-nitrosamines in fermented meat products have not been reported. Two excellent yeast starters were identified to solve the problem of nitrosamines in fermented meat products. RESULTS Meyerozyma guilliermondii and Debaryomyces hansenii led to weak acid production, strong resistance to NaCl and NaNO2 , and high tolerance to low acidic conditions. The inoculated fermented beef exhibited decreased lightness, moisture content, water activity, pH, protein content, nitrite content, and N-nitrosamine content in comparison with the control group fermented bacon. M. guilliermondii had a better effect, reducing pH from 5.69 to 5.41, protein content from 254.24 to 221.92 g·kg-1 , nitrite content from 28.61 to 25.33 mg·kg-1 and N-nitrosamine by 18.97%, and giving the fermented beef the desired meat color, mouthfeel, odor, taste, and tissue quality. CONCLUSION In this study, two strains of yeast fermenters that can degrade N-nitrosamine precursors were identified, which to some extent solves the problem of the high risk of generating nitrosamines such as N-nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA) by processing fermented meat products with nitrites as precursors. These two strains are likely to be used as starter cultures for fermented meat products. © 2023 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Qiuhui Zhang
- Henan Key Lab of Meat Processing and Quality Safety Control, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Henan Key Lab of Meat Processing and Quality Safety Control, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Henan Key Lab of Meat Processing and Quality Safety Control, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Henan Key Lab of Meat Processing and Quality Safety Control, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Henan Key Lab of Meat Processing and Quality Safety Control, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Henan Key Lab of Meat Processing and Quality Safety Control, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Henan Key Lab of Meat Processing and Quality Safety Control, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Tongliao Comprehensive Test Station, Tongliao, People's Republic of China
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Jia S, Shen H, Wang D, Liu S, Ding Y, Zhou X. Novel NaCl reduction technologies for dry-cured meat products and their mechanisms: A comprehensive review. Food Chem 2024; 431:137142. [PMID: 37591146 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.137142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Revised: 08/03/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/19/2023]
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Sodium chloride (NaCl) confers a unique flavor and quality in meat products, however, due to growing concerns about the adverse effects of excessive NaCl consumption, how to reduce NaCl content while ensuring quality and safety has become a research hotspot in this field. This review mainly discusses the role of NaCl in dry-cured meat, as well as novel salt-reducing substances that can substitute for the effects of NaCl to achieve sodium reduction objectives. New technologies, such as vacuum curing, ultrahigh pressure curing, ultrasonic curing, pulsed electric field curing, and gamma irradiation, to facilitate the development of low-sodium products are also introduced. The majority of current salt reduction technologies function to enhance salt diffusion and decrease curing time, resulting in a decrease in NaCl content. Notably, future studies should focus on implementing multiple strategies to compensate for the deficiencies in flavor and safety caused by NaCl reduction.
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- Shiliang Jia
- College of Food Science and Technology, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310014, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Fishery Resources Exploitment & Utilization of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310014, China; National R&D Branch Center for Pelagic Aquatic Products Processing (Hangzhou), Hangzhou 310014, China; Collaborative Innovation Center of Seafood Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310014, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Fishery Resources Exploitment & Utilization of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310014, China; National R&D Branch Center for Pelagic Aquatic Products Processing (Hangzhou), Hangzhou 310014, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310014, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Fishery Resources Exploitment & Utilization of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310014, China; National R&D Branch Center for Pelagic Aquatic Products Processing (Hangzhou), Hangzhou 310014, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310014, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Fishery Resources Exploitment & Utilization of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310014, China; National R&D Branch Center for Pelagic Aquatic Products Processing (Hangzhou), Hangzhou 310014, China; Collaborative Innovation Center of Seafood Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310014, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Fishery Resources Exploitment & Utilization of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310014, China; National R&D Branch Center for Pelagic Aquatic Products Processing (Hangzhou), Hangzhou 310014, China; Collaborative Innovation Center of Seafood Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310014, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Fishery Resources Exploitment & Utilization of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310014, China; National R&D Branch Center for Pelagic Aquatic Products Processing (Hangzhou), Hangzhou 310014, China; Collaborative Innovation Center of Seafood Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China.
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Conceição S, Queiroga MC, Laranjo M. Antimicrobial Resistance in Bacteria from Meat and Meat Products: A One Health Perspective. Microorganisms 2023; 11:2581. [PMID: 37894239 PMCID: PMC10609446 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11102581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Revised: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/14/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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According to the 2030 Agenda of the United Nations, one of the sustainable development goals is to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns. The need to ensure food safety includes, other than microbiological hazards, concerns with antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) bacteria. The emergence of resistant bacteria in the food industry is essentially due to the abusive, and sometimes incorrect, administration of antimicrobials. Although not allowed in Europe, antimicrobials are often administered to promote animal growth. Each time antimicrobials are used, a selective pressure is applied to AMR bacteria. Moreover, AMR genes can be transmitted to humans through the consumption of meat-harbouring-resistant bacteria, which highlights the One Health dimension of antimicrobial resistance. Furthermore, the appropriate use of antimicrobials to ensure efficacy and the best possible outcome for the treatment of infections is regulated through the recommendations of antimicrobial stewardship. The present manuscript aims to give the current state of the art about the transmission of AMR bacteria, particularly methicillin-resistant S. aureus, ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae, and vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus spp., along with other ESKAPE bacteria, from animals to humans through the consumption of meat and meat products, with emphasis on pork meat and pork meat products, which are considered the most consumed worldwide.
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- Sara Conceição
- MED—Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development & CHANGE—Global Change and Sustainability Institute, Institute for Advanced Studies and Research, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal; (S.C.); (M.C.Q.)
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- MED—Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development & CHANGE—Global Change and Sustainability Institute, Institute for Advanced Studies and Research, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal; (S.C.); (M.C.Q.)
- Departamento de Medicina Veterinária, Escola de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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- MED—Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development & CHANGE—Global Change and Sustainability Institute, Institute for Advanced Studies and Research, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal; (S.C.); (M.C.Q.)
- Departamento de Medicina Veterinária, Escola de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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Giró-Candanedo M, Muñoz I, Gou P, Fulladosa E. Precise nutritional labelling of sliced packaged dry-cured ham using multi-energy X-ray absorptiometry. Meat Sci 2023; 204:109260. [PMID: 37369164 DOI: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2023.109260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 06/18/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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New consumer demands have increased the need for improved food processing and new value-added products that meet the latest quality standards. Changes in eating habits may lead to a preference for lower sodium products, making accurate labelling and nutritional claims important for the industry. The aim of this work was to study the application of Multi-energy X-ray absorptiometry (MEXA) for the determination of nutritional information in sliced packaged dry-cured ham for the industry. The effect of the acquisition conditions, the analysis approach, fat content and measured area of slices, as well as the potential of this technology for the inclusion of a verified 'salt reduced' nutritional claim, were analyzed in two industrial case studies. Two hundred and ten packets of sliced dry-cured ham were scanned using MEXA equipment. Two regions of interest were selected to study the effect of thickness on the model's precision. Salt content could be predicted with a RMSEP of 0.346% and 0.403% when acquisition conditions were 80 keV and 110 keV respectively. When used by the industry, the classification performance for a 'salt reduced' labelling claim depends on the mean salt content and heterogeneity of the company's production and on the threshold value selected for class definition. However, to support consumers personalized nutrition through precise labelling, implementation of MEXA technology together with labelling system is necessary.
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- Mar Giró-Candanedo
- IRTA, Food Quality and Technology program, Finca Camps i Armet, s/n, 17121, Monells, Girona, Spain
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- IRTA, Food Quality and Technology program, Finca Camps i Armet, s/n, 17121, Monells, Girona, Spain
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- IRTA, Food Quality and Technology program, Finca Camps i Armet, s/n, 17121, Monells, Girona, Spain
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- IRTA, Food Quality and Technology program, Finca Camps i Armet, s/n, 17121, Monells, Girona, Spain.
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Tang T, Zhang M, Lim Law C, Mujumdar AS. Novel strategies for controlling nitrite content in prepared dishes: Current status, potential benefits, limitations and future challenges. Food Res Int 2023; 170:112984. [PMID: 37316019 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.112984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2023] [Revised: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Sodium nitrite is commonly used as a multifunctional curing ingredient in the processing of prepared dishes, especially meat products, to impart unique color, flavor and to prolong the shelf life of such products. However, the use of sodium nitrite in the meat industry has been controversial due to potential health risks. Finding suitable substitutes for sodium nitrite and controlling nitrite residue have been a major challenge faced by the meat processing industry. This paper summarizes possible factors affecting the variation of nitrite content in the processing of prepared dishes. New strategies for controlling nitrite residues in meat dishes, including natural pre-converted nitrite, plant extracts, irradiation, non-thermal plasma and high hydrostatic pressure (HHP), are discussed in detail. The advantages and limitations of these strategies are also summarized. Raw materials, cooking techniques, packaging methods, and storage conditions all affect the content of nitrite in the prepared dishes. The use of vegetable pre-conversion nitrite and the addition of plant extracts can help reduce nitrite residues in meat products and meet the consumer demand for clean labeled meat products. Atmospheric pressure plasma, as a non-thermal pasteurization and curing process, is a promising meat processing technology. HHP has good bactericidal effect and is suitable for hurdle technology to limit the amount of sodium nitrite added. This review is intended to provide insights for the control of nitrite in the modern production of prepared dishes.
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- Tiantian Tang
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, 214122 Wuxi, Jiangsu, China; Jiangsu Province International Joint Laboratory on Fresh Food Smart Processing and Quality Monitoring, Jiangnan University, 214122 Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, 214122 Wuxi, Jiangsu, China; China General Chamber of Commerce Key Laboratory on Fresh Food Processing & Preservation, Jiangnan University, 214122 Wuxi, Jiangsu, China.
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- Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Malaysia Campus, University of Nottingham, Semenyih 43500, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Bioresource Engineering, Macdonald Campus, McGill University, Quebec, Canada
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López-Pedrouso M, Lorenzo JM, Bou R, Vazquez JA, Valcarcel J, Toldrà M, Franco D. Valorisation of pork by-products to obtain antioxidant and antihypertensive peptides. Food Chem 2023; 423:136351. [PMID: 37224764 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.136351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Revised: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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The porcine liver could be used for the extraction of zinc-protoporphyrin (ZnPP) as a natural red meat pigment. During the autolysis process, porcine liver homogenates was incubated at pH 4.8 and 45 °C under anaerobic conditions to obtain insoluble ZnPP. After incubation, the homogenates were readjusted at pH 4.8, and at pH 7.5 before being centrifuged at 5500 × g for 20 min at 4 °C and the resulting supernatant were compared with the obtained at pH 4.8 at the beginning of the incubation. The molecular weight distributions of the porcine liver fractions at both pHs were very similar, however, eight essential amino acids were more abundant in fractions obtained at pH 4.8. Regarding the ORAC assay, porcine liver protein fraction at pH 4.8 showed the highest antioxidant capacity but antihypertensive inhibition was similar for both pHs. Peptides with strong bioactivity potential from aldehyde dehydrogenase, lactoylglutathione lyase, SEC14-like protein 3 and others were identified. The findings have demonstrated the potential of the porcine liver to extract natural pigments and bioactive peptides.
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- María López-Pedrouso
- Department of Zoology, Genetics and Physical Anthropology, University of Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, 15872 A Coruña, Spain
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Rúa Galicia N° 4, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, San Cibrao das Viñas, 32900 Ourense, Spain; Área de Tecnología de los Alimentos, Facultad de Ciencias de Ourense, Universidad de Vigo, 32004 Ourense, Spain
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- Food Safety and Functionality Program, Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA), Finca Camps i Armet s/n, 17121 Monells, Spain
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- Group of Recycling and Valorization of Waste Materials (REVAL), Marine Research Institute (IIM-CSIC), C/Eduardo Cabello, 6, Vigo 36208, Galicia, Spain
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- Group of Recycling and Valorization of Waste Materials (REVAL), Marine Research Institute (IIM-CSIC), C/Eduardo Cabello, 6, Vigo 36208, Galicia, Spain
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- Institute of Food and Agricultural Technology (INTEA), XIA (Catalonian Network on Food Innovation), Escola Politècnica Superior, University of Girona, C/Maria Aurèlia Capmany 61, 17003 Girona, Spain
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, 15782 Santiago de Compostela, Spain.
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Łepecka A, Szymański P, Okoń A, Siekierko U, Zielińska D, Trząskowska M, Neffe-Skocińska K, Sionek B, Kajak-Siemaszko K, Karbowiak M, Kołożyn-Krajewska D, Dolatowski ZJ. The Influence of the Apple Vinegar Marination Process on the Technological, Microbiological and Sensory Quality of Organic Smoked Pork Hams. Foods 2023; 12:foods12081565. [PMID: 37107360 PMCID: PMC10138287 DOI: 10.3390/foods12081565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2023] [Revised: 04/02/2023] [Accepted: 04/05/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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The effect of marinating pork hams in apple vinegar on the technological, microbiological, and sensory quality was verified. Three variants of pork hams were produced: S1-ham with curing salt, without apple vinegar; S2-ham with curing salt and 5% apple vinegar; S3-ham with salt and 5% apple vinegar. The tests were carried out immediately after production, after 7 and 14 days of storage. The products did not differ significantly in their chemical composition, salt content, fatty acid composition, and water activity (p > 0.05). During storage, a significant increase in the cholesterol content was observed (64.88-72.38 mg/100 g of the product). The lowest levels of nitrites and nitrates were recorded for treatment S3 (<0.10 and 4.73 mg/kg of product, respectively). The samples with the addition of apple vinegar (S2 and S3) were characterized by a lower pH value, higher oxidation-reduction potential, and TBARS (thiobarbituric acid reactive substances). Hams S3 were significantly brighter (L* 68.89) and less red (a* 12.98). All of the tested pork hams were characterized by very good microbiological quality (total number of microorganisms, number of lactic acid bacteria, number of acetic bacteria, number or presence of pathogenic bacteria). Significantly the lowest TVC (total viable counts) was found in the ham S3 (2.29 log CFU/g after 14 days). The S3 hams during storage were characterized by greater juiciness (6.94 c.u.) and overall quality (7.88 c.u.), but a lower intensity of smell and taste than the cured ham (S1). To sum up, it is possible to produce pork hams without the addition of curing salt, using natural apple vinegar as a marinade. Apple vinegar has a positive effect on the storage stability of the products, without losing their sensory properties.
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- Anna Łepecka
- Department of Meat and Fat Technology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agriculture and Food Biotechnology-State Research Institute, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Meat and Fat Technology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agriculture and Food Biotechnology-State Research Institute, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Meat and Fat Technology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agriculture and Food Biotechnology-State Research Institute, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Meat and Fat Technology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agriculture and Food Biotechnology-State Research Institute, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Food Gastronomy and Food Hygiene, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Food Gastronomy and Food Hygiene, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Food Gastronomy and Food Hygiene, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Food Gastronomy and Food Hygiene, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Food Gastronomy and Food Hygiene, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Food Gastronomy and Food Hygiene, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Food Gastronomy and Food Hygiene, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW, 02-776 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Meat and Fat Technology, Prof. Waclaw Dabrowski Institute of Agriculture and Food Biotechnology-State Research Institute, 02-532 Warsaw, Poland
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Shen Q, Zeng X, Kong L, Sun X, Shi J, Wu Z, Guo Y, Pan D. Research Progress of Nitrite Metabolism in Fermented Meat Products. Foods 2023; 12:foods12071485. [PMID: 37048306 PMCID: PMC10094046 DOI: 10.3390/foods12071485] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Revised: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/21/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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Nitrite is a common color and flavor enhancer in fermented meat products, but its secondary amines may transfer to the carcinogen N-nitrosamines. This review focuses on the sources, degradation, limitations, and alteration techniques of nitrite. The transition among NO3− and NO2−, NH4+, and N2 constitutes the balance of nitrogen. Exogenous addition is the most common source of nitrite in fermented meat products, but it can also be produced by contamination and endogenous microbial synthesis. While nitrite is degraded by acids, enzymes, and other metabolites produced by lactic acid bacteria (LAB), four nitrite reductase enzymes play a leading role. At a deeper level, nitrite metabolism is primarily regulated by the genes found in these bacteria. By incorporating antioxidants, chromogenic agents, bacteriostats, LAB, or non-thermal plasma sterilization, the amount of nitrite supplied can be decreased, or even eliminated. Finally, the aim of producing low-nitrite fermented meat products is expected to be achieved.
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- Qiyuan Shen
- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-Products, Ningbo 315211, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province, College of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315800, China
- Zhejiang-Malaysia Joint Research Laboratory for Agricultural Product Processing and Nutrition, Ningbo 315800, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-Products, Ningbo 315211, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province, College of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315800, China
- Zhejiang-Malaysia Joint Research Laboratory for Agricultural Product Processing and Nutrition, Ningbo 315800, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-Products, Ningbo 315211, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province, College of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315800, China
- Zhejiang-Malaysia Joint Research Laboratory for Agricultural Product Processing and Nutrition, Ningbo 315800, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-Products, Ningbo 315211, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province, College of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315800, China
- Zhejiang-Malaysia Joint Research Laboratory for Agricultural Product Processing and Nutrition, Ningbo 315800, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-Products, Ningbo 315211, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province, College of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315800, China
- Zhejiang-Malaysia Joint Research Laboratory for Agricultural Product Processing and Nutrition, Ningbo 315800, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-Products, Ningbo 315211, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province, College of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315800, China
- Zhejiang-Malaysia Joint Research Laboratory for Agricultural Product Processing and Nutrition, Ningbo 315800, China
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- School of Food Science and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Nanjing Normal University, Nanjing 210097, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-Products, Ningbo 315211, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province, College of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315800, China
- Zhejiang-Malaysia Joint Research Laboratory for Agricultural Product Processing and Nutrition, Ningbo 315800, China
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Latoch A, Stasiak DM, Junkuszew A. Combined Effect of Acid Whey Addition and Ultrasonic Treatment on the Chemical and Microbiological Stability of Lamb Stuffing. Foods 2023; 12:foods12071379. [PMID: 37048200 PMCID: PMC10093166 DOI: 10.3390/foods12071379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Revised: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/14/2023] Open
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The microbiological and chemical stability of stuffing is crucial in meat processing. Small ruminant (lamb) meat has many nutritional advantages (fatty acid composition and ratio, high biological value of protein, source of zinc, and selenium) but is poorly utilized in processing. In this experiment, we determined the effects of physical (sonication), chemical (salt, curing salt, and air access), and microbiological (acid whey) factors on the microbiological and chemical stability of lamb meat stuffing. Proximate composition and fatty acids profile, pH, water activity, lipid oxidation, color parameters, and microbiology examinations were performed in fresh meat stuffing and on the fifth day of refrigerated storage. Ultrasound treatment of the meat with whey reduced its acidity and increased the oxidative stability of fats but did not modify the water activity and color of the stuffing. Stuffing sonication did not affect the growth of LAB but reduced the number of Entereobacteriace, especially in the presence of whey and salt. The treatment of lamb meat stuffing with low-frequency and medium-intensity ultrasound assisted by the addition of acid whey and salt is a technique conducive to reducing the use of nitrates in meat technology and their consumption by consumers.
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- Agnieszka Latoch
- Department of Animal Food Technology, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, 20-400 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Animal Food Technology, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, 20-400 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Animal Breeding and Agricultural Consulting, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, 20-400 Lublin, Poland
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Van der Veken D, Poortmans M, Dewulf L, Fraeye I, Michiels C, Leroy F. Challenge tests reveal limited outgrowth of proteolytic Clostridium botulinum during the production of nitrate- and nitrite-free fermented sausages. Meat Sci 2023; 200:109158. [PMID: 36905786 DOI: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2023.109158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Revised: 10/15/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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Nitrate and nitrite salts perform a versatile role in fermented meats, including the inhibition of food pathogens (in particular proteolytic group I Clostridium botulinum). Despite the increasing interest in clean-label products, little is known about the behaviour of this pathogen in response to the removal of chemical preservatives from fermented meat formulations. Therefore, challenge tests with a cocktail of nontoxigenic group I C. botulinum strains were performed to produce nitrate/nitrite-free fermented sausages under different acidification conditions and starter culture formulations, including the use of an anticlostridial Mammaliicoccus sciuri strain. Results showed limited outgrowth of C. botulinum, even in the absence of acidification. The anticlostridial starter culture did not lead to an additional inhibitory effect. The selective plating procedure adopted within this study proofed robust to follow germination and growth of C. botulinum, inhibiting common fermentative meat microbiota. The challenge tests constitute a suitable tool to assess the behaviour of this food pathogen within fermented meats upon nitrate- and nitrite omission.
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- David Van der Veken
- Research Group of Industrial Microbiology and Food Biotechnology (IMDO), Faculty of Sciences and Bioengineering Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Leuven Food Science and Nutrition Research Centre (LFoRCe), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Meat Technology & Science of Protein-Rich Foods, Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems, Leuven Food Science and Nutrition Research Centre (LFoRCe), KU Leuven Technology Campus Ghent, Ghent, Belgium
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- Meat Technology & Science of Protein-Rich Foods, Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems, Leuven Food Science and Nutrition Research Centre (LFoRCe), KU Leuven Technology Campus Ghent, Ghent, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Leuven Food Science and Nutrition Research Centre (LFoRCe), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Research Group of Industrial Microbiology and Food Biotechnology (IMDO), Faculty of Sciences and Bioengineering Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium.
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Hernandez-Mendoza E, Aida Peña-Ramos E, Juneja VK, Valenzuela-Melendres M, Susana Scheuren-Acevedo M, Osoria M. Optimizing the effects of nisin and nacl to thermal inactivate listeria monocytogenes in ground beef with chipotle sauce during sous-vide processing. J Food Prot 2023; 86:100086. [PMID: 37001815 DOI: 10.1016/j.jfp.2023.100086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Revised: 03/24/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/31/2023]
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Mild cooking thermal treatments, like sous-vide, can compromise ground meat entrees such as meatballs with chipotle sauce, especially when salt levels are reduced during its preparation. Listeria monocytogenes is a thermoresistant pathogen that can be in ready-to-eat food. On the other hand, nisin, due to its thermal stability, can be a good alternative to aid on the thermal inactivation of L. monocytogenes and ensure meat safety. The objective was to optimize the amount of nisin and salt concentrations to thermally inactivate L. monocytogenes during the sous-vide cooking of ground beef marinated in chipotle sauce, and to generate a predictive model. A four-strain cocktail was prepared and inoculated in ground beef in combination (3:2) with chipotle sauce added with nisin (0-150 IU) and salt (0-2%). After that, meat samples were sous-vide cooked at different temperatures, nisin, and salt concentrations, established by a central composite design. Depending on the levels of these factors, D-values ranged from 49.71 to 0.27 min. A predictive model (p < 0.05) was obtained by response surface, which described that D-values variation was explained by the linear effects of the three factors, the interaction between nisin and temperature, and the quadratic effects of salt and temperature. It was also observed that nisin presented a bactericidal effect while salt presented a protective effect during the thermal inactivation of L. monocytogenes. Adding 120 IU of nisin and 0.4% of salt to the meat product at 63°C temperature can help to ensure food safety by making L. monocytogenes cells more sensitive to the lethal effect of heat. The model developed in this study can be used by food processors for planning and designing effective levels of salt and nisin to thermally inactivate L. monocytogenes in ground beef products marinated with chipotle sauce to ensure their safety.
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Borges A, Baptista E, Aymerich T, Alves S, Gama L, Fraqueza M. Inactivation of Listeria monocytogenes by pulsed light in packaged and sliced salpicão, a ready-to-eat traditional cured smoked meat sausage. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2023.114641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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Van der Veken D, Leroy F. Prospects for the applicability of coagulase-negative cocci in fermented-meat products using omics approaches. Curr Opin Food Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cofs.2022.100918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Sodium Reduction in Traditional Dry-Cured Pork Belly Using Glasswort Powder ( Salicornia herbacea) as a Partial NaCl Replacer. Foods 2022; 11:foods11233816. [PMID: 36496624 PMCID: PMC9741319 DOI: 10.3390/foods11233816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2022] [Revised: 11/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Sodium chloride (NaCl) is a key ingredient in the processing of traditional dry-cured meat products by improving microbial safety, sensory attributes and technological properties. However, increasing concern about the consumption of sodium and health has been supporting the development of low-sodium meat products. Several strategies to reduce sodium in dry-cured meat product have been tested, although the followed approaches sometimes result in undesirable characteristics concerning flavor, texture and mouthfeel. The use of halophytic plants such as glasswort (Salicornia herbacea) in food matrices has been suggested as a novel strategy to reduce sodium content, due its salty flavor. The main aim of the present study is to produce traditional dry-cured pork bellies from the Bísaro breed using glasswort as a NaCl partial replacer, and compare it with dry-cured bellies salted either with NaCl or a mix of NaCl + KCl. Control bellies (BC) were salted with 100% of NaCl, the second formulation (BK) had 50% of NaCl and 50% of KCl, and the third formulation (BG) had 90% of NaCl and 10% of glasswort powder (GP). After production, the bellies were evaluated for aw, pH, CIELab coordinates, weight loss, proximal composition, TBARS, collagen and chloride contents, fatty acid profile and sensory attributes. The use of BG in dry-cured pork bellies did not affect processing indicators such as weight loss, aw and pH. Concerning CIELab, only the coordinates L* and hue angle from the external surface color of BG were statistically different from BC and BK. As expected, ash and NaCl contents differed from BG to the other two formulations. SFA and indexes AI and TI were lower, whereas the MUFA and h/H ratio were higher in BG than other treatments, leading to a product with a healthier lipid profile. The sensory evaluation revealed differences in appearance, taste and flavor among treatments, but did not indicate any negative effects of BG in the product attributes. This study reinforces the potential of BG as a natural sodium reducer for the production of traditional dry-cured pork bellies.
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Cleaning the Label of Cured Meat; Effect of the Replacement of Nitrates/Nitrites on Nutrients Bioaccessibility, Peptides Formation, and Cellular Toxicity of In Vitro Digested Salami. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms232012555. [DOI: 10.3390/ijms232012555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2022] [Revised: 10/12/2022] [Accepted: 10/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Curing salts composed of mixtures of nitrates and nitrites are preservatives widely used in processed meats. Despite many desirable technological effects, their use in meat products has been linked to methemoglobinemia and the formation of nitrosamines. Therefore, an increasing “anti-nitrite feeling” has grown among meat consumers, who search for clean label products. In this view, the use of natural compounds as alternatives represents a challenge for the meat industry. Processing (including formulation and fermentation) induces chemical or physical changes of food matrix that can modify the bioaccessibility of nutrients and the formation of peptides, impacting on the real nutritional value of food. In this study we investigated the effect of nitrate/nitrite replacement with a combination of polyphenols, ascorbate, and nitrate-reducing microbial starter cultures on the bioaccessibility of fatty acids, the hydrolysis of proteins and the release of bioactive peptides after in vitro digestion. Moreover, digested salami formulations were investigated for their impacts on cell proliferation and genotoxicity in the human intestinal cellular model (HT-29 cell line). The results indicated that a replacement of synthetic nitrates/nitrites with natural additives can represent a promising strategy to develop innovative “clean label” salamis without negatively affecting their nutritional value.
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Tabanelli G, Barbieri F, Soglia F, Magnani R, Gardini G, Petracci M, Gardini F, Montanari C. Safety and technological issues of dry fermented sausages produced without nitrate and nitrite. Food Res Int 2022; 160:111685. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 07/11/2022] [Accepted: 07/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Santiesteban-López NA, Gómez-Salazar JA, Santos EM, Campagnol PCB, Teixeira A, Lorenzo JM, Sosa-Morales ME, Domínguez R. Natural Antimicrobials: A Clean Label Strategy to Improve the Shelf Life and Safety of Reformulated Meat Products. Foods 2022; 11:foods11172613. [PMID: 36076798 PMCID: PMC9455744 DOI: 10.3390/foods11172613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Revised: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Meat is a nutrient-rich matrix for human consumption. However, it is also a suitable environment for the proliferation of both spoilage and pathogenic microorganisms. The growing demand to develop healthy and nutritious meat products with low fat, low salt and reduced additives and achieving sanitary qualities has led to the replacement of the use of synthetic preservatives with natural-origin compounds. However, the reformulation process that reduces the content of several important ingredients (salt, curing salts, etc.), which inhibit the growth of multiple microorganisms, greatly compromises the stability and safety of meat products, thus posing a great risk to consumer health. To avoid this potential growth of spoiling and/or pathogenic microorganisms, numerous molecules, including organic acids and their salts; plant-derived compounds, such as extracts or essential oils; bacteriocins; and edible coatings are being investigated for their antimicrobial activity. This review presents some important compounds that have great potential to be used as natural antimicrobials in reformulated meat products.
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- Departamento de Alimentos, División de Ciencias de la Vida, Campus Irapuato-Salamanca, Universidad de Guanajuato, Irapuato 36500, Mexico
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- Área Académica de Química, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Mineral de la Reforma 42039, Mexico
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- Departmento de Tecnologia e Ciência de Alimentos, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria 97105-900, Brazil
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- Centro de Investigação de Montanha (CIMO), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
- Laboratório Associado para a Sustentabilidade e Tecnologia em Regiões de Montanha (SusTEC), Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Campus de Santa Apolónia, 5300-253 Bragança, Portugal
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Avd. Galicia N° 4, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, San Cibrao das Viñas, 32900 Ourense, Spain
- Área de Tecnología de los Alimentos, Facultad de Ciencias de Ourense, Universidad de Vigo, 32004 Ourense, Spain
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- Departamento de Alimentos, División de Ciencias de la Vida, Campus Irapuato-Salamanca, Universidad de Guanajuato, Irapuato 36500, Mexico
- Correspondence: (M.E.S.-M.); (R.D.)
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Avd. Galicia N° 4, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, San Cibrao das Viñas, 32900 Ourense, Spain
- Correspondence: (M.E.S.-M.); (R.D.)
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Understanding the main factors that influence consumer quality perception and attitude towards meat and processed meat products. Meat Sci 2022; 193:108952. [PMID: 36049392 DOI: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2022.108952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2022] [Revised: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Meat and meat products consumer behaviour is becoming less predictable. The objective of this review was to determine the attributes associated with the consumer's perception of quality and identify factors influencing the perception and consequent attitude. In conclusion, the findings showed that factors impacting nutritional quality, chemical and biological hazards, animal welfare, beliefs, and fraud could affect consumers' perception of how safe meat products are. Consumers positively perceive sensory attributes and recognize meat's nutritional value, still concerned with fat. Animal welfare and environmental impact have become significant drivers of consumer perception. The presence of chemical additives is a severe concern. Information received by consumers through media strongly influences perception and behaviour. The negative stigmatization of meat and meat products and beliefs often not scientifically-based shapes consumer perception. Their sensory impact and price frame the acceptance of animal production or processing modifications.
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Barcenilla C, Álvarez-Ordóñez A, López M, Alvseike O, Prieto M. Microbiological Safety and Shelf-Life of Low-Salt Meat Products—A Review. Foods 2022; 11:foods11152331. [PMID: 35954097 PMCID: PMC9367943 DOI: 10.3390/foods11152331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2022] [Revised: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Salt is widely employed in different foods, especially in meat products, due to its very diverse and extended functionality. However, the high intake of sodium chloride in human diet has been under consideration for the last years, because it is related to serious health problems. The meat-processing industry and research institutions are evaluating different strategies to overcome the elevated salt concentrations in products without a quality reduction. Several properties could be directly or indirectly affected by a sodium chloride decrease. Among them, microbial stability could be shifted towards pathogen growth, posing a serious public health threat. Nonetheless, the majority of the literature available focuses attention on the sensorial and technological challenges that salt reduction implies. Thereafter, the need to discuss the consequences for shelf-life and microbial safety should be considered. Hence, this review aims to merge all the available knowledge regarding salt reduction in meat products, providing an assessment on how to obtain low salt products that are sensorily accepted by the consumer, technologically feasible from the perspective of the industry, and, in particular, safe with respect to microbial stability.
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- Coral Barcenilla
- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of León, 24071 León, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-987-291245
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of León, 24071 León, Spain
- Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of León, 24007 León, Spain
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of León, 24071 León, Spain
- Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of León, 24007 León, Spain
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- Animalia—Norwegian Meat and Poultry Research Centre, NO-0513 Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of León, 24071 León, Spain
- Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of León, 24007 León, Spain
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Wang X, Yu Q, He L, Zhang Q, Ma J. Effects of nitrite concentrations on the quality and protein oxidation of salted meat. J Food Sci 2022; 87:3978-3994. [PMID: 35880694 DOI: 10.1111/1750-3841.16177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2021] [Revised: 03/17/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of different concentrations of sodium nitrite on the quality and protein oxidation of salted meat during 21 days of curing. The salted meat was treated with sodium nitrite at 50, 100, and 150 mg/kg for curing, and salted meat without sodium nitrite was used as a control. The results showed that in salted meat added with sodium nitrite, the carbonyl group, disulfide bond, dityrosine, surface hydrophobicity, and the transformation rate from α-helix to β-sheet were all significantly reduced, whereas the sulfhydryl group content of myofibrillar proteins was significantly increased compared to the control. Meanwhile, the total volatile basic nitrogen and aerobic plate content were significantly decreased, while both the pH and a* value were significantly increased with an increase in nitrite concentration compared to the control group. Importantly, this phenomenon was also observed in salted meat treated with low doses of sodium nitrite (50 mg/kg). In conclusion, the quality of salted beef can be improved by adding low-dose sodium nitrite to inhibit protein oxidation during the curing process. PRACTICAL APPLICATION: A low dose of sodium nitrite inhibited the rate of α-helix to β-sheet transformation of myofibrillar proteins in salted meat, reducing the exposure of hydrophobic groups and decreasing the production of protein oxidation products and TVB-N to improve the quality of salted meat. These results provided a theoretical basis and technical guidance for the application of low-dose sodium nitrite in meat processing enterprises.
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- Xinyue Wang
- College of Food Science and Engineering, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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Digital Evaluation of Nitrite-Reduced “Kulen” Fermented Sausage Quality. J FOOD QUALITY 2022. [DOI: 10.1155/2022/2480746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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This study aimed to evaluate nitrite reduction impact on geometry, colour, chemical, microbiological, and sensory traits of dry sausage (kulen) traditionally prepared with red hot paprika powder. Three batches of kulen with different nitrite levels were produced and assessed: N110 (control with 110 mg/kg of sodium nitrite), N55 (55 mg/kg of sodium nitrite), and NF (without sodium nitrite). Samples for the analyses were taken on production day, after 8, 16, 24, 32, and 40 days of ripening and after 50 and 100 days of storage. Four novel digital methods for quality assessment were deployed such as computer vision system (CVS), three-dimensional (3D) laser imaging, oral processing, and temporal dominance of sensations (TDS). Reduction and removal of nitrites from the formulation of kulen did not result in significant (
) differences in lightness (
), redness (
), and yellowness (
) of the sausage surface, meat, and fat parts that were measured independently by means CVS. Sausages produced by 50% nitrite reduction (N55) showed no significant (
) differences in terms of geometrical, chemical, colour, microbiological, and oral processing parameters compared with the control (N110) batch. On the other hand, the complete removal of nitrites from kulen formulation negatively affected biogenic amine levels and oral processing properties of the product. Nitrite reduction showed no significant effect on TDS curves among the batches. The results of this study indicate that nitrite content in traditional kulen can be reduced by 50% (55 mg/kg of sodium nitrite) without adversely affecting the various quality properties of the product.
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Sbardelotto PRR, Balbinot-Alfaro E, da Rocha M, Alfaro AT. Natural alternatives for processed meat: Legislation, markets, consumers, opportunities and challenges. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2022; 63:10303-10318. [PMID: 35647788 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2022.2081664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Consumers' interest in food with less and/or free from synthetic additives has increased considerably in recent years. In this context, researchers and industries have concentrated efforts on developing alternatives to these compounds. Replacing synthetic additives in meat products is a challenge, given their importance for sensory characteristics and food safety. Complementary technologies combined with the replacement and/or reduction of synthetic additives (hurdle technologies) has been studied focusing on the protection and extension of the shelf life of meat products. This review reports alternatives for replacing and/or reducing the use of synthetic additives in meat derivatives, aiming at the development of more natural and simpler meat products, familiar to consumers and considered clean labels.
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- Paula R R Sbardelotto
- Meat Technology Laboratory, Department of Food Technology, Federal University of Technology - Paraná, Francisco Beltrão, Paraná, Brazil
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- School of Chemistry and Food, Federal University of Rio Grande, Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
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- School of Chemistry and Food, Federal University of Rio Grande (FURG), Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
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- Meat Technology Laboratory, Department of Food Technology, Federal University of Technology - Paraná, Francisco Beltrão, Paraná, Brazil
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Zhou C, Xia Q, Du L, He J, Sun Y, Dang Y, Geng F, Pan D, Cao J, Zhou G. Recent developments in off-odor formation mechanism and the potential regulation by starter cultures in dry-cured ham. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2022; 63:8781-8795. [PMID: 35373656 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2022.2057418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Foul-smelling odors are main quality defects of dry-cured ham, which are connected with the excessive degradation of the structural proteins and excessive oxidation of lipids caused by the abnormal growth of spoilage microorganisms, threatening the development of dry-cured ham industry. Characterizing the key microorganisms and metabolites resulted in the spoilage of dry-cured ham, and discussing the relationship between spoilage microorganisms and metabolites are the key aspects to deeply understand the formation mechanism of off-odor in dry-cured ham. Until now, there is no detailed discussion or critical review on the role of spoilage microorganisms in developing the off-odor of dry-cured ham, and the regulation of off-odor and spoilage microorganisms by starter cultures has been not discussed. This review shows the recent achievement in the off-odor formation mechanism of dry-cured ham, and outlines the potential regulation of off-odor defects in dry-cured ham by starter cultures. Results from current research show that the abnormal growth of Lactic acid bacteria, Micrococcaceae, Enterobacteriaceae, Yeasts and Molds plays a key role in developing the off-odor defects of dry-cured ham, while the key spoilage microorganisms of different type hams are discrepant. High profile of aldehydes, acids, sulfur compounds and biogenic amines are responsible for off-odor development in spoiled dry-cured ham. Several starter cultures derived from these species of Staphylococcus, Penicillium, Debaryomyces, Pediococcus and Lactobacillus show a great potential to prevent microbiological hazards and improve flavor quality of dry-cured ham, whereas, the ecology, function and compatibility of these starter cultures with the processing parameters of dry-cured ham need to be further evaluated in the future.
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- Changyu Zhou
- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products; Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province; College of Food & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, P.R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products; Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province; College of Food & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, P.R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products; Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province; College of Food & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, P.R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products; Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province; College of Food & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, P.R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products; Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province; College of Food & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, P.R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products; Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province; College of Food & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, P.R. China
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- Meat Processing Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, School of Food and Biological Engineering, Chengdu University, Chengdu, P.R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products; Key Laboratory of Animal Protein Food Processing Technology of Zhejiang Province; College of Food & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, P.R. China
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- School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Meat Processing and Quality Control, MOE; Key Laboratory of Meat Processing, MOA; Jiangsu Synergetic Innovation Center of Meat Processing and Quality Control, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, P.R. China
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Nitrite-Free Implications on Consumer Acceptance and the Behavior of Pathogens in Cured Pork Loins. Foods 2022; 11:foods11060796. [PMID: 35327219 PMCID: PMC8948880 DOI: 10.3390/foods11060796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2021] [Revised: 02/26/2022] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Cured pork loins are valued products due to their particular sensory characteristics. These products are usually prepared with nitrite to guarantee adequate color and pathogen control. The use of nitrite in meat products has been criticized due to its potential contribution to carcinogenic N-nitroso-compound formation. The present work aimed to evaluate the effect of eliminating nitrite from the manufacturing of cured loins made with wine- and water-based marinades on the color evaluation of consumers and on the behavior of Clostridium sporogenes, Listeria monocytogenes, and Salmonella. The use of nitrite in processing cured loins resulted in a color considered adequate by more than 50% of the consumers. When nitrite was not used, the color was described mainly as weak. The hedonic evaluation of cured loins did not reflect the color evaluation. The samples with a weak and an adequate color had similar hedonic evaluations. The present work did not allow us to infer the potential interest in injecting S. xylosus into meat to prepare cured loins. The use of nitrite did not affect the survival of Cl. sporogenes, L. monocytogenes, or Salmonella. The reduction in the aw was the primary determinant influencing pathogen survival. The production of nitrite-free cured loins seems possible once the control of pathogens can be achieved. However, the product will have a weaker color. Consumers appreciate sensory aspects other than color, which, combined with the positive impact of the “additive-free” claim, can support the possibility of producing cured loins without nitrite.
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The Risk of Salt Reduction in Dry-Cured Sausage Assessed by the Influence on Water Activity and the Survival of Salmonella. Foods 2022; 11:foods11030444. [PMID: 35159594 PMCID: PMC8833945 DOI: 10.3390/foods11030444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Water activity (aw) is the main hurdle for microbial control in dry-cured sausages. The aw can be influenced by drying or adding electrolytes or humectants. Dry-cured meat products are partially dried, which, together with added salt, results in safe aw values. Currently, there is a trend to reduce salt in meat products, which can compromise the preservation process. The present work aims to evaluate the influences of added salt levels (1% or 3%) and the use or omission of phosphates and wine on the aw of a dry-cured sausage, and to evaluate the possibility of estimating the aw from the moisture loss and the behavior of Salmonella during dry-cured sausage (chouriço) processing. There was a strong relationship between moisture and aw, regardless of the salt level and the presence of phosphates or wine. Predicting aw from moisture loss is possible using the Boltzmann sigmoid function. The salt level strongly influences Salmonella behavior, mainly through aw reduction. An increase in aw by 0.01 units reduced the odds of achieving a 5-log reduction in Salmonella counts to half. Increasing added salt from 1% to 3% increased the odds of achieving a 5-log Salmonella reduction 7.5-fold. The current trend to reduce salt in foods must be carefully approached if applied to cured meat products, as it has substantial consequences on aw evolution and Salmonella survival.
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Stoica M, Antohi VM, Alexe P, Ivan AS, Stanciu S, Stoica D, Zlati ML, Stuparu-Cretu M. New Strategies for the Total/Partial Replacement of Conventional Sodium Nitrite in Meat Products: a Review. FOOD BIOPROCESS TECH 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11947-021-02744-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Grujović MŽ, Mladenović KG, Semedo-Lemsaddek T, Laranjo M, Stefanović OD, Kocić-Tanackov SD. Advantages and disadvantages of non-starter lactic acid bacteria from traditional fermented foods: Potential use as starters or probiotics. Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf 2022; 21:1537-1567. [PMID: 35029033 DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.12897] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2021] [Revised: 11/30/2021] [Accepted: 12/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Traditional fermented foods are a significant source of starter and/or non-starter lactic acid bacteria (nsLAB). Moreover, these microorganisms are also known for their role as probiotics. The potential of nsLAB is huge; however, there are still challenges to be overcome with respect to characterization and application. In the present review, the most important steps that autochthonous lactic acid bacteria isolated from fermented foods need to overcome, to qualify as novel starter cultures, or as probiotics, in food technology and biotechnology, are considered. These different characterization steps include precise identification, detection of health-promoting properties, and safety evaluation. Each of these features is strain specific and needs to be accurately determined. This review highlights the advantages and disadvantages of nsLAB, isolated from traditional fermented foods, discussing safety aspects and sensory impact.
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- Mirjana Ž Grujović
- Department of Science, Institute for Information Technologies, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Republic of Serbia.,Department of Biology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Republic of Serbia
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- Department of Science, Institute for Information Technologies, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Republic of Serbia.,Department of Biology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Republic of Serbia
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- CIISA-Centro de Investigação Interdisciplinar em Sanidade Animal, Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida da Universidade Técnica, Lisboa, Portugal
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- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, Instituto de Investigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Évora, Portugal
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- Department of Biology and Ecology, Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Republic of Serbia
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- Department of Food Preservation Engineering, Faculty of Technology, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Republic of Serbia
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ABDELBASSET WK, NAMBI G, ELKHOLI SM, EID MM, ALRAWAILI SM, MAHMOUD MZ. An analysis of probiotic bacteria's ability to produce biological preservatives and the determination of their minimal inhibitory concentrations. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.118321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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- Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia
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Bernardo P, Patarata L, Lorenzo JM, Fraqueza MJ. Nitrate Is Nitrate: The Status Quo of Using Nitrate through Vegetable Extracts in Meat Products. Foods 2021; 10:foods10123019. [PMID: 34945570 PMCID: PMC8702177 DOI: 10.3390/foods10123019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2021] [Revised: 11/26/2021] [Accepted: 12/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Nitrate and nitrites are used to give the characteristic color to cured meat products and to preserve them. According to the scientific knowledge available at the moment, these compounds are approved as food additives based on a detailed ponderation between the potential risks and benefits. The controversy over nitrites has increased with the release of an IARC Monograph suggesting an association between colorectal cancer and dietary nitrite in processed meats. The trend in “clean label” products reinforced the concern of consumers about nitrates and nitrites in meat products. This review aims to explain the role of nitrates and nitrites used in meat products. The potential chemical hazards and health risks linked to the consumption of cured meat products are described. Different strategies aiming to replace synthetic nitrate and nitrite and obtain green-label meat products are summarized, discussing their impact on various potential hazards. In the light of the present knowledge, the use or not of nitrite is highly dependent on the ponderation of two main risks—the eventual formation of nitrosamines or the eventual out-growth of severe pathogens. It is evident that synthetic nitrite and nitrate alternatives must be researched, but always considering the equilibrium that is the safety of a meat product.
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- Patrícia Bernardo
- CIISA—Centro de Investigação Interdisciplinar em Sanidade Animal, Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida da Universidade Técnica, 1300-477 Lisboa, Portugal;
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- CECAV—Animal and Veterinary Research Center, Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, 5001-801 Vila Real, Portugal;
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Adva. Galicia no. 4, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, 32900 San Cibrao das Viñas, Spain;
- Área de Tecnología de los Alimentos, Facultad de Ciencias de Ourense, Universidad de Vigo, 32004 Ourense, Spain
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- CIISA—Centro de Investigação Interdisciplinar em Sanidade Animal, Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida da Universidade Técnica, 1300-477 Lisboa, Portugal;
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Bratulić M, Mikuš T, Cvrtila Ž, Cenci-Goga BT, Grispoldi L, Pavunc AL, Novak J, Kos B, Šušković J, Zadravec M, Garofalo C, Kabalin AME, Kozačinski L. Quality of traditionally produced Istrian sausage and identification of autochthonous lactic acid bacteria strains as potential functional starter cultures. Eur Food Res Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s00217-021-03835-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The Influence of Acid Whey on the Lipid Composition and Oxidative Stability of Organic Uncured Fermented Bacon after Production and during Chilling Storage. Antioxidants (Basel) 2021; 10:antiox10111711. [PMID: 34829583 PMCID: PMC8614668 DOI: 10.3390/antiox10111711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2021] [Revised: 10/23/2021] [Accepted: 10/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The aim of this research was to evaluate the effect of acid whey on changes in the fatty acid profile, oxidative stability, physico-chemical parameters, and microbiological and sensory quality of traditional organic uncured fermented Polish bacon after production and during chilling storage. Three different treatments of fermented bacon were produced: C—control bacon with a nitrite curing mixture; T—bacon with a nitrate curing mixture; and AW—bacon with acid whey and NaCl. The acid whey used in the production of uncured fermented pork bacon positively changed the sensorial characteristics, directly after the ripening process, and had a positive effect in terms of a decrease in the pH of the product. All of the fermented bacon treatments in general were of good microbiological quality. A higher lactic acid bacteria (LAB) level was observed in the AW treatment after the fermentation process, and the bacteria number did not change during storage, whereas in the C and T treatments, the LAB level increased during storage (p < 0.05). The application of acid whey did not limit the formation of secondary oxidation products (TBARS) during bacon ripening (1.68 mg MDA kg−1), but had a reduced value during storage time (0.73 mg MDA kg−1). The highest polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) levels, after ripening and after four weeks of refrigerated storage, were found in the C treatment. In the AW treatment, it was found that the PUFA level increased; likewise, the content of n-3 and n-6 fatty acids increased, while saturated fatty acids (SFAs) decreased during storage (p < 0.05). The opposite tendency was observed in the C treatment. After four weeks of storage, the PUFA/SFA ratio was the lowest in the nitrate treatment, and higher values of the PUFA/SFA ratio were obtained in the acid whey and nitrite treatment (p < 0.05).
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Munekata PES, Pateiro M, Tomasevic I, Domínguez R, da Silva Barretto AC, Santos EM, Lorenzo JM. Functional fermented meat products with probiotics-A review. J Appl Microbiol 2021; 133:91-103. [PMID: 34689391 DOI: 10.1111/jam.15337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2021] [Revised: 09/24/2021] [Accepted: 10/16/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Fermentation has been an important strategy in the preservation of foods. The use of starter cultures with probiotic activity has gained the attention of researchers to produce functional fermented meat products. This review aims to overview the main strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats of fermented meat products with probiotics. Fermented meat products can be considered as a relevant matrix for the delivery of probiotics with potential health benefits. Moreover, fermented meat products produced by traditional methods are sources of probiotics that can be explored in the production of functional meat products. However, some barriers are limit the progression with these products: the complex selection process to obtain new and tailored probiotic strains, the current perception of healthiness associated with meat and meat products, and the limited application of probiotic to fermented sausages. Promising opportunities to improve the value of functional fermented meat products have been developed by exploring new meat products as functional fermented foods, improving the protection of probiotics with microencapsulation and improving the quality of meat product (reducing nitrate and nitrate salts, adding dietary fibre, and exploring the inherent antioxidant and cardioprotective activity of meat products). Attention to potential threats is also indicated such as the unclear future changes in meat and meat products consumption due to changes in consumer preferences and the presence of competitors (dairy, fruit and vegetable-based products, for instance) in more advanced stages of development and commercialization. SIGNIFICANCE AND IMPACT OF STUDY: This review provides an overview of the Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats related to the development of functional fermented meat products with probiotics. Internal and external factors that explain the current scenario and strategies to advance the production are highlighted.
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- Paulo E S Munekata
- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, Ourense, Spain
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, Ourense, Spain
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- Faculty of Agriculture, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, Ourense, Spain
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- Department of Food Technology and Engineering, UNESP-São Paulo State University, Sao Jose do Rio Preto, Brazil
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- Área Académica de Química, Mineral de la Reforma, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Pachuca, Mexico
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- Centro Tecnológico de la Carne de Galicia, Parque Tecnológico de Galicia, Ourense, Spain.,Área de Tecnología de los Alimentos, Facultad de Ciencias de Ourense, Universidad de Vigo, Ourense, Spain
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Design of an In Vitro Model to Screen the Chemical Reactivity Induced by Polyphenols and Vitamins during Digestion: An Application to Processed Meat. Foods 2021; 10:foods10092230. [PMID: 34574340 PMCID: PMC8468892 DOI: 10.3390/foods10092230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Revised: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 09/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Processed meats’ nutritional quality may be enhanced by bioactive vegetable molecules, by preventing the synthesis of nitrosamines from N-nitrosation, and harmful aldehydes from lipid oxidation, through their reformulation. Both reactions occur during digestion. The precise effect of these molecules during processed meats’ digestion must be deepened to wisely select the most efficient vegetable compounds. The aim of this study was to design an in vitro experimental method, allowing to foresee polyphenols and vitamins’ effects on the chemical reactivity linked to processed meats’ digestion. The method measured the modulation of end products formation (specific nitroso-tryptophan and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS)), by differential UV-visible spectrophotometry, according to the presence or not of phenolic compounds (chlorogenic acid, rutin, naringin, naringenin) or vitamins (ascorbic acid and trolox). The reactional medium was supported by an oil in water emulsion mimicking the physico-chemical environment of the gastric compartment. The model was optimized to uphold the reactions in a stable and simplified model featuring processed meat composition. Rutin, chlorogenic acid, naringin, and naringenin significantly inhibited lipid oxidation. N-nitrosation was inhibited by the presence of lipids and ascorbate. This methodology paves the way for an accurate selection of molecules within the framework of processed meat products reformulation.
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Wiktorczyk-Kapischke N, Skowron K, Grudlewska-Buda K, Wałecka-Zacharska E, Korkus J, Gospodarek-Komkowska E. Adaptive Response of Listeria monocytogenes to the Stress Factors in the Food Processing Environment. Front Microbiol 2021; 12:710085. [PMID: 34489900 PMCID: PMC8417233 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2021.710085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2021] [Accepted: 07/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Listeria monocytogenes are Gram-positive, facultatively anaerobic, non-spore-forming bacteria that easily adapt to changing environmental conditions. The ability to grow at a wide range of temperatures, pH, and salinity determines the presence of the pathogen in water, sewage, soil, decaying vegetation, and animal feed. L. monocytogenes is an etiological factor of listeriosis, especially dangerous for the elderly, pregnant women, and newborns. The major source of L. monocytogenes for humans is food, including fresh and smoked products. Its high prevalence in food is associated with bacterial adaptation to the food processing environment (FPE). Since the number of listeriosis cases has been progressively increasing an efficient eradication of the pathogen from the FPE is crucial. Understanding the mechanisms of bacterial adaptation to environmental stress will significantly contribute to developing novel, effective methods of controlling L. monocytogenes in the food industry.
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- Natalia Wiktorczyk-Kapischke
- Department of Microbiology, L. Rydygier Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology, L. Rydygier Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology, L. Rydygier Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Consumer Health, Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Consumer Health, Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology, L. Rydygier Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Bydgoszcz, Poland
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Lorenzo JM. Editorial overview: Strategies for obtaining healthy meat products. Curr Opin Food Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cofs.2021.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Dias I, Laranjo M, Potes ME, Agulheiro-Santos AC, Ricardo-Rodrigues S, Fialho AR, Véstia J, Fraqueza MJ, Oliveira M, Elias M. Co-Inoculation with Staphylococcus equorum and Lactobacillus sakei Reduces Vasoactive Biogenic Amines in Traditional Dry-Cured Sausages. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:7100. [PMID: 34281032 PMCID: PMC8296885 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18137100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 06/04/2021] [Accepted: 06/28/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Dry-cured sausages are traditional in Mediterranean countries, and Paio do Alentejo (PA) is one of the most popular in South Portugal. The aim of the present work was to evaluate the effect of combined starters on the safety and quality of PA preserving its sensory quality. Physicochemical parameters, namely pH and water activity (aW), microbiological parameters, biogenic amines, color, texture, and sensory attributes were assessed. Three starter cultures were used, namely Staphylococcus equorum S2M7 and Lactobacillus sakei CV3C2, both separate and combined with the 2RB4 yeast strain at a concentration of 106 cfu/g. Dextrose 0.25% was added to the meat batter. Starters had a significant effect on the reduction of aW values (0.845 to 0.823). The treatment with L. sakei as well as the co-inoculation of L. sakei with S. equorum effectively reduced the L. monocytogenes counts to undetectable levels. Sausages co-inoculated with S. equorum S2M7/L. sakei CV3C2 showed a significant reduction in the content of vasoactive amines, namely tryptamine (26.21 to 15.70) and β-phenylethylamine (4.80 to 3.69). Regarding texture, control PA showed higher hardness values, and the starters promoted the cohesiveness of the batter while reducing chewiness. The studied starters did not compromise the sensory characteristics of PA.
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- Igor Dias
- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, IIFA-Instituto deInvestigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
- CIEQV-Life Quality Research Centre, Avenida Dr. Mário Soares n 110, 2040-413 Rio Maior, Portugal
- ESAS, UIIPS-Instituto Politécnico de Santarém, Quinta do Galinheiro, S. Pedro, 1001-904 Santarém, Portugal
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- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, IIFA-Instituto deInvestigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, IIFA-Instituto deInvestigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
- Departamento de Medicina Veterinária, Escola de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, IIFA-Instituto deInvestigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
- Departamento de Fitotecnia, Escola de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, IIFA-Instituto deInvestigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, IIFA-Instituto deInvestigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, IIFA-Instituto deInvestigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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- CIISA-Centro de Investigação Interdisciplinar em Sanidade Animal, Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida da Universidade Técnica, 1300-477 Lisboa, Portugal
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- CIEQV-Life Quality Research Centre, Avenida Dr. Mário Soares n 110, 2040-413 Rio Maior, Portugal
- ESAS, UIIPS-Instituto Politécnico de Santarém, Quinta do Galinheiro, S. Pedro, 1001-904 Santarém, Portugal
- LEAF-Linking Landscape, Environment, Agriculture and Food, Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, Tapada da Ajuda, 1349-017 Lisboa, Portugal
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- MED-Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development, IIFA-Instituto deInvestigação e Formação Avançada, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
- Departamento de Fitotecnia, Escola de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade de Évora, Pólo da Mitra, Ap. 94, 7006-554 Évora, Portugal
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Use of Starter Cultures in Foods from Animal Origin to Improve Their Safety. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18052544. [PMID: 33806611 PMCID: PMC7967642 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18052544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2021] [Revised: 02/25/2021] [Accepted: 02/28/2021] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
Abstract
Starter cultures can be defined as preparations with a large number of cells that include a single type or a mixture of two or more microorganisms that are added to foods in order to take advantage of the compounds or products derived from their metabolism or enzymatic activity. In foods from animal origin, starter cultures are widely used in the dairy industry for cheese, yogurt and other fermented dairy products, in the meat industry, mainly for sausage manufacture, and in the fishery industry for fermented fish products. Usually, microorganisms selected as starter culture are isolated from the native microbiota of traditional products since they are well adapted to the environmental conditions of food processing and are responsible to confer specific appearance, texture, aroma and flavour characteristics. The main function of starter cultures used in food from animal origin, mainly represented by lactic acid bacteria, consists in the rapid production of lactic acid, which causes a reduction in pH, inhibiting the growth of pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms, increasing the shelf-life of fermented foods. Also, production of other metabolites (e.g., lactic acid, acetic acid, propionic acid, benzoic acid, hydrogen peroxide or bacteriocins) improves the safety of foods. Since starter cultures have become the predominant microbiota, it allows food processors to control the fermentation processes, excluding the undesirable flora and decreasing hygienic and manufacturing risks due to deficiencies of microbial origin. Also, stater cultures play an important role in the chemical safety of fermented foods by reduction of biogenic amine and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons contents. The present review discusses how starter cultures contribute to improve the microbiological and chemical safety in products of animal origin, namely meat, dairy and fishery products.
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