Natural extracts marination in chicken breast fillets / Extratos naturais na marinação de filés de peito de frango

ABSTRACT: This study evaluated the effects of natural extracts on chicken breast fillet marinades regarding the physicochemical properties, oxidative stability, and the Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli inhibition during 21 days of storage. Chicken breast fillets (Pectoralis major) (128 units) purchased in a local market, were used, allocated in a completely randomized block design, in a 4 x 4 factorial scheme (antioxidant x storage time), totalling 16 treatments with eight replicates. The TBARS and the pH values were not influenced by the analyzed factors. For the color results, the values of L* and b* were lower in the marinated chicken breast fillets with basil and BHT, respectively. When assessing the effect of storage time, an increase in oxidation was observed up to 21 days of storage. For pH, a quadratic decrease after storage with an increase in the pH value from the 11th day of storage was observed. In the color results, there was a linear decrease in the L* value during the storage period and in the value of b* a quadratic effect was observed with a reduction of this intensity up to 21 days of storage. In relation to the value of a*, a quadratic effect with an increase in the red intensity from the 7 days of storage was observed. For the counting of the S. aureus, the treatments presented 102 CFU/g up to 14 days, except for the basil which exceeded the limit established by the legislation at 14 days.

RESUMO: O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar os efeitos de extratos naturais em marinados de filés de peito de frango sobre as propriedades físico-químicas, estabilidade oxidativa e inibição Staphylococcus aureus e Escherichia coli durante 21 dias de armazenamento. Foram utilizados 128 filés de peito de frango (Pectoralis major) adquiridos no mercado local, alocados em delineamento de blocos inteiramente casualizados em fatorial 4 x 4 (antioxidante x tempo de armazenamento), totalizando 16 tratamentos com oito repetições. Os valores de TBARS e pH não foram influenciados pelos tratamentos. Para os resultados de cor apenas os valores de L* e b* foram influenciados pelos tratamentos, sendo os menores valores encontrados no tratamento com manjericão e BHT, respectivamente. Avaliando o efeito do tempo de armazenamento observou-se aumento da oxidação até 21 dias de estocagem. Para o pH verificou-se diminuição quadrática após a estocagem com aumento no valor do pH a partir do 11º dia de armazenamento. Nos resultados de cor, verificou-se queda linear no valor L* durante o período de armazenamento e no valor de b* observou-se efeito quadrático com redução dessa intensidade até 21 dias de estocagem. Em relação ao valor de a* observou-se efeito quadrático com aumento da intensidade a partir dos sete dias de armazenamento. Para contagem de S. aureus, os tratamentos apresentaram <102 UFC/g até 14 dias, exceto o manjericão que aos 14 dias excedeu o limite estabelecido pela legislação.

Natural extracts marination in chicken breast fillets / Extratos naturais na marinação de filés de peito de frango

This study evaluated the effects of natural extracts on chicken breast fillet marinades regarding the physicochemical properties, oxidative stability, and the Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli inhibition during 21 days of storage. Chicken breast fillets (Pectoralis major) (128 units) purchased in a local market, were used, allocated in a completely randomized block design, in a 4 x 4 factorial scheme (antioxidant x storage time), totalling 16 treatments with eight replicates. The TBARS and the pH values were not influenced by the analyzed factors. For the color results, the values of L* and b* were lower in the marinated chicken breast fillets with basil and BHT, respectively. When assessing the effect of storage time, an increase in oxidation was observed up to 21 days of storage. For pH, a quadratic decrease after storage with an increase in the pH value from the 11th day of storage was observed. In the color results, there was a linear decrease in the L* value during the storage period and in the value of b* a quadratic effect was observed with a reduction of this intensity up to 21 days of storage. In relation to the value of a*, a quadratic effect with an increase in the red intensity from the 7 days of storage was observed. For the counting of the S. aureus, the treatments presented 102 CFU/g up to 14 days, except for the basil which exceeded the limit established by the legislation at 14 days.

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar os efeitos de extratos naturais em marinados de filés de peito de frango sobre as propriedades físico-químicas, estabilidade oxidativa e inibição Staphylococcus aureus e Escherichia coli durante 21 dias de armazenamento. Foram utilizados 128 filés de peito de frango (Pectoralis major) adquiridos no mercado local, alocados em delineamento de blocos inteiramente casualizados em fatorial 4 x 4 (antioxidante x tempo de armazenamento), totalizando 16 tratamentos com oito repetições. Os valores de TBARS e pH não foram influenciados pelos tratamentos. Para os resultados de cor apenas os valores de L* e b* foram influenciados pelos tratamentos, sendo os menores valores encontrados no tratamento com manjericão e BHT, respectivamente. Avaliando o efeito do tempo de armazenamento observou-se aumento da oxidação até 21 dias de estocagem. Para o pH verificou-se diminuição quadrática após a estocagem com aumento no valor do pH a partir do 11º dia de armazenamento. Nos resultados de cor, verificou-se queda linear no valor L* durante o período de armazenamento e no valor de b* observou-se efeito quadrático com redução dessa intensidade até 21 dias de estocagem. Em relação ao valor de a* observou-se efeito quadrático com aumento da intensidade a partir dos sete dias de armazenamento. Para contagem de S. aureus, os tratamentos apresentaram <102 UFC/g até 14 dias, exceto o manjericão que aos 14 dias excedeu o limite estabelecido pela legislação.

Root exudation of oxalic acid in Lotus corniculatus in response to aluminum toxicity

The objective of this research was to identify the existence of root exudation of organic acid in Lotus corniculatus germplasms subjected to toxic aluminum (Al) levels and investigate the effect of this mechanism on the Al content in the root tissue and in morphological parameters of plant development. Two experiments were performed in nutrient solution to evaluate the Al accumulation and exudation of organic acids, using cultivars INIA Draco and São Gabriel and genotypes UFRGS and UF-T2. The plants were cultivated in Al-free solution, which was applied on the 45th day in half of the pots of each genotype. Root exudation was highly correlated with the reduced accumulation of Al in the root tissue (r2 = 0.75 at 72 h). Genotype UF-T2, selected for Al tolerance, extruded 80% more oxalic acid in the presence of Al compared with the other germplasms, indicating that this mechanism is involved with Al tolerance in L. corniculatus. This experiment showed strong evidence that L. corniculatus exhibits Type I tolerance, in which anionic channels are rapidly activated by Al exposure. Exudation of oxalic acid is likely a crucial mechanism that allows the maintenance of L. corniculatus growth when exposed to toxic Al conditions, and this characteristic should be used to identify tolerant genotypes in the future.(AU)

Partially Dehulled Sunflower Seeds in Diets for Grazing Chickens: Effect in Meat Quality

The effect of including partially dehulled sunflower seeds in the diet of grazing chickens in meat quality was evaluated. Two hundred and forty, one-day-old, Ross 308 chickens were used, randomly distributed into four treatments with six replicates of 10 birds each. Seventy-two birds were slaughtered at seven weeks of age, 18 per treatment, extracting the Pectoralis major muscle to analyze meat quality. The treatments were completely randomized in a 2x2 factorial arrangement, where type of rearing (confinement or grazing) and diet (base diet or base diet substituting 10% soybean meal for partially dehulled sunflower seeds) were the independent variables. The grazing chickens spent 8 hours a day in a white clover (Trifolium repens) paddock. Including sunflower seeds improved (p<0.05) the color and crude protein (CP) in breast meat (p<0.05), while grazing increased (p<0.05) CP, dry mater (DM), and shear force (SF), and the percentage of breast fat decreased (p<0.05) by up to 50%. Additionally, grazing increased (p<0.05) saturated fatty acids (SFA) and reduced (p<0.05) lipid oxidation by up to 50%. Partially replacing soybean meal with partially dehulled sunflower seeds in the diet of grazing chickens with white clover improves the physicochemical characteristics and nutritional quality of the breast meat; it also decreases lipid oxidation, extending the shelf life of the meat.(AU)

Effect of three storage methods on physical and chemical properties of colostrum from Bos indicus cows / Efeito de três métodos de conservação nas propriedades físicas e químicas do colostro de vacas Bos indicus

Maternal colostrum provides the neonate with immunoglobulins, essential for passive immunity. However, storage and handling of colostrum can alter its physical and nutritional characteristics. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of three conservation methods on colostrum density, pH, total antioxidant capacity (TAC), protein (PP) and lipid peroxidation (LP). Colostrum samples were collected from 15 Bos indicus cows, and divided into three aliquots for storage using three methods: refrigeration at 4°C, freezing at -20°C, and lyophilization. For each method, four evaluation times were performed: day (d) 5, 10, 15, and 20 for refrigeration and d 15, 30, 45, and 60 for freezing and lyophilization. pH and density analyses were performed at each evaluation time for each method. On d 0 and 15 of storage, TAC, LP, and PP analyses were performed. A generalized linear model, Tukey's test for means comparisons, and a Pearson correlation analysis were conducted. A decrease in refrigerated colostrum pH was observed on d 15. Density of the lyophilized colostrum decreased, as compared with that of frozen colostrum. Lyophilization exhibited the lower PP values of samples, whereas refrigeration presented the highest values of LP and PP. No differences in colostrum TAC were observed between storage methods. A positive correlation between PP and colostrum density and a negative correlation between colostrum density and TAC were found. It was concluded that both freezing and lyophilization are suitable storage methods for bovine colostrum, as they limit proteins and lipids oxidation, and maintain the TAC of fresh colostrum.

O colostro materno fornece ao recém-nascido imunoglobulinas que são essenciais para a imunidade passiva. No entanto, o armazenamento e o manuseio do colostro podem alterar suas características físicas e nutricionais. O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar os efeitos de três métodos de conservação na densidade, pH, capacidade antioxidante total (CAT), peroxidação protéica (PP) e lipídica (LP) do colostro. Amostras de colostro foram coletadas de 15 vacas Bos indicus, e divididas em três alíquotas para armazenamento usando três métodos: refrigeração a 4 °C, congelamento a -20 °C e liofilização. Em cada método, foram realizados quatro tempos de avaliação: dia (d) 5, 10, 15 e 20 para refrigeração e dia 15, 30, 45 e 60 para congelamento e liofilização. Além disso, as análises de pH e densidade foram realizadas em cada momento de avaliação para cada método. No dia 0 e 15 de conservação foram realizadas análises da CAT, PL e PP. Foi realizado um modelo linear generalizado, teste de Tukey para comparação de médias e análise de correlação de Pearson. Uma diminuição no pH do colostro refrigerado foi encontrada no dia 15. A densidade do colostro liofilizado diminuiu em comparação com o colostro congelado. A liofilização apresentou menor PP das amostras, enquanto a refrigeração apresentou os maiores valores de PL e PP. Não foram observadas diferenças no TAC do colostro entre os métodos de armazenamento. Foi encontrada uma correlação positiva entre PP e densidade do colostro e uma correlação negativa entre densidade do colostro e CAT. Assim, concluiu-se que tanto o congelamento quanto a liofilização são métodos adequados de armazenamento do colostro bovino, pois limitam a oxidação de proteínas e lipídios e mantêm o TAC do colostro fresco.

Comparison of chemical composition, energy content, and digestibility of different sources of distillers corn oil and soybean oil for pigs

The objective of this study was to determine and compare the chemical composition; oxidation indicators; ether extract (EE) digestibility; and digestible, metabolizable, and net energy (DE, ME, and NE, respectively) content of distillers corn oil (DCO) from Brazil (CBR) and the United States (CUS), with refined (RSB) and degummed soybean oil (DSB) from Brazil offered to pigs. Fifty crossbred barrows (23.1±3.4 kg body weight) were fed a corn-soybean meal basal diet, or diets composed of 90% basal diet and 10% of one of the four oil sources (CBR, CUS, RSB, or DSB). Pigs were fed an amount of their respective experimental diets equivalent to 2.8 times the maintenance DE requirement for 9 d (sequentially 7 d for adaptation and 2 d for partial collection of feces). Distillers corn oil from Brazil contained lower linoleic acid (47.4%) than CUS (53.9%), RSB (54.2%), and DSB (51.5%), but greater contents of oleic (32.1%) and palmitic (14.6%) acids compared to CUS (27.0 and 12.9%), RSB (22.9 and 11.2%), and DSB (23.5 and 11.2%). The moisture and unsaponifiable contents of CBR (0.17 and 1.64%) and CUS (0.20 and 1.64%) were similar, but greater than the values found for RSB (0.05 and 1.20%) and DSB (0.12 and 1.02%). The anisidine value, free fatty acid content, and acidity of DCO samples were higher than soybean oils. The peroxide value and thiobarbituric reactive substances content increased in the oil samples over time. The apparent total tract digestibility (ATTD) of gross energy and the DE, ME and NE values of the oils did not differ among oil sources and ranged from 87.8 to 91.5%, and from 8280 to 8630, 8139 to 8459, and 7162 to 7444 kcal/kg, respectively. The ATTD of EE was greater in RSB and DSB than for CBR, but similar to CUS. The DCO produced in Brazil is an excellent energy source for pigs, with DE, ME, and NE values similar to those of DCO from the US and soybean oils.(AU)

Sensitivity of tuberous roots crops to salinity in a protected environment / Sensibilidade de culturas de raízes tuberosas à salinidade em ambiente protegido

Soil salinity has been a limiting barrier for the production of vegetables in protected environments. Thus, the understanding of the sensitivity of species to this stress factor must be explored, seeking better growing conditions.Under the hypothesis that beet and radish crops are sensitive to variations in soil salinity, even at low levels, the objective of this work was to evaluate the development and productivity of these two species in soils with different salinities in a protected environment. The experimental design was completely randomized and treatments were formed by the soil salinity levels, obtained with the application of saline solution (NaCl in water), considering the soil electrical conductivity of 0.36 dS m-1as low salinity, of 1.05 dS m-1as moderate salinity and 2.43 dS m-1as elevated. For all variables analyzed, except for the relative chlorophyll index in beet plants, it was found that the increase in soil salinity resulted in significant development losses of beet and radish plants. Therefore, we concluded that beet and radish crops are sensitive to the variation in soil salinity, even in relatively low concentrations, making these species an unattractive choice for cultivation in systems that present this problem.(AU)

A salinidade dos solos tem sido uma barreira limitadora para a produção de hortaliças em ambientes protegidos. Assim, o entendimento quanto a sensibilidade das espécies a esse fator de estresse deve ser explorado, buscando melhores condições de cultivo. Sob a hipótese de que as culturas de beterraba e rabanete são sensíveis às variações da salinidade do solo, mesmo em níveis baixos, o objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar o desenvolvimento e a produtividade dessas duas espécies em solos comdiferentes salinidades em ambiente protegido. O delineamento experimental foi inteiramente casualizado e os tratamentos foram formados pelos níveis de salinidade do solo, obtidos com a aplicação de solução salina (NaCl em água), considerando a condutividade elétrica do solo de 0,36 dS m-1como baixa salinidade, de 1,05 dS m-1como salinidade moderada e 2,43 dS m-1como elevada. Para todas as variáveis analisadas, com exceção do índice relativo de clorofila em plantas de beterraba, verificou-se que o aumento da salinidade do solo resultou em perdas significativas de desenvolvimento de plantas de beterraba e rabanete. Assim, concluímos que as culturas de beterraba e rabanete são sensíveis à variação da salinidade do solo, mesmo em concentrações relativamente baixas, tornando essas espécies uma escolha pouco atrativa para cultivo em sistemas que apresentam este problema.(AU)

Natural colorants improved the physicochemical and sensorial properties of frozen Brazilian sausage (linguiça) with reduced nitrite

The use of natural colorants in meat products can keep its coloring attractive as well as meet the demand from consumers interested in products that are healthier. Nitrite is added as a preservative to these products and it is also a precursor of the generation of a specifically desired color in meat products. However, its use has been associated with the development of certain kinds of cancer. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of reduced levels of nitrite in Brazilian sausage (linguiça) with natural colorants on the physicochemical and sensorial properties following frozen storage. Nine treatments were tested: 0.015 % nitrite (C150), 0.0075 % nitrite (C75) and 0 % nitrite (C0), 0.0075 % nitrite and 1.5 % microencapsulated betalain (BME75), 0 % nitrite and 1.5 % microencapsulated betalain (BME0), 0.0075 % nitrite and 0.19 % commercial betalain (BCP75), 0 % nitrite and 0.19 % commercial betalain (BCP0), 0.0075 % nitrite and 0.02 % of cochineal carmine (CC75) and 0 % nitrite and 0.02 % of cochineal carmine (CC0). Oxidative stability, residual nitrite and instrumental color were the determinant factors. Sensory analysis was directed at color, texture, taste and global acceptance. Natural colorants did not have any antioxidant effect. Sausages prepared with betalain and 0.0075 % nitrite showed the highest a* values. The addition of colorants improved both color and overall acceptance. The addition of betalain and cochineal carmine with 0.0075 % nitrite proved to be effective in achieving high acceptability in Brazilian sausage (linguiça).

Natural colorants improved the physicochemical and sensorial properties of frozen Brazilian sausage (linguiça) with reduced nitrite

The use of natural colorants in meat products can keep its coloring attractive as well as meet the demand from consumers interested in products that are healthier. Nitrite is added as a preservative to these products and it is also a precursor of the generation of a specifically desired color in meat products. However, its use has been associated with the development of certain kinds of cancer. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of reduced levels of nitrite in Brazilian sausage (linguiça) with natural colorants on the physicochemical and sensorial properties following frozen storage. Nine treatments were tested: 0.015 % nitrite (C150), 0.0075 % nitrite (C75) and 0 % nitrite (C0), 0.0075 % nitrite and 1.5 % microencapsulated betalain (BME75), 0 % nitrite and 1.5 % microencapsulated betalain (BME0), 0.0075 % nitrite and 0.19 % commercial betalain (BCP75), 0 % nitrite and 0.19 % commercial betalain (BCP0), 0.0075 % nitrite and 0.02 % of cochineal carmine (CC75) and 0 % nitrite and 0.02 % of cochineal carmine (CC0). Oxidative stability, residual nitrite and instrumental color were the determinant factors. Sensory analysis was directed at color, texture, taste and global acceptance. Natural colorants did not have any antioxidant effect. Sausages prepared with betalain and 0.0075 % nitrite showed the highest a* values. The addition of colorants improved both color and overall acceptance. The addition of betalain and cochineal carmine with 0.0075 % nitrite proved to be effective in achieving high acceptability in Brazilian sausage (linguiça).(AU)

Evaluation of traditional Brazilian sausage (linguiça calabresa) elaborated with oregano and basil extracts as natural antioxidants / Avaliação da linguiça calabresa elaborada com extratos de orégano e manjericão como antioxidantes naturais

This study aimed to evaluate traditional Brazilian sausage (linguiça calabresa) elaborated with oregano and basil extracts as natural antioxidants. Hydroalcoholic extracts of dried oregano and basil leaves were prepared, freeze-dried, and evaluated for antioxidant activity by Folin-Ciocalteu, DPPH, FRAP, and ABTS assays. Freeze-dried oregano extract showed higher (p < 0.05) antioxidant activity than freeze-dried basil extract by all methods. Extracts were used in preparations of seven sausage formulations, as follows: F1, 0.05% oregano extract and 0.05% basil extract; F2, 0.1% oregano extract and 0.05% basil extract; F3, 0.05% oregano extract and 0.1% basil extract; F4, 0.075% oregano extract and 0.075% basil extract, F5, 0.1% oregano extract and 0.1% basil extract; F6 (control), without extract; and F7, 0.01% butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). Sausage formulations were analyzed for chemical composition, pH, acidity, water activity, lipid oxidation, color, and texture. Formulations showed differences in pH at different storage periods. F1, F2, F3, and F7 had the lowest (p < 0.05) lipid oxidation values at 53 days of storage. F1, F2, F6, and F7 showed higher a* values and lower b* values. Hardness and chewiness decreased (p < 0.05) during storage for all formulations. F1, F2, and F3 had similar efficiency to that with synthetic antioxidant BHT (F7), therefore, oregano and basil extracts have potential application as natural antioxidants in the food industry.(AU)

Este estudo objetivou avaliar linguiça calabresa elaborada com extratos de orégano e manjericão como antioxidantes naturais. Extratos hidroalcoólicos de orégano e manjericão desidratados foram preparados, liofilizados e submetidos a avaliação de sua atividade antioxidante pelos métodos de FolinCiocalteu, DPPH, FRAP e ABTS. O extrato liofilizado de orégano apresentou maior atividade antioxidante (p < 0,05) que o extrato de manjericão para todos os métodos. Os extratos liofilizados foram usados em sete formulações de linguiça calabresa, como segue: F1 com 0,05% de cada extrato, F2 com 0,1% de extrato de orégano e 0,05% de extrato de manjericão, F3 com 0,05% de extrato de orégano e 0,1% de extrato de manjericão, F4 com 0,075% de cada extrato, F5 com 0,1% de cada extrato, F6 (controle), sem adição de extratos e F7 adição de 0,01% de hidroxitolueno butilado (BHT). As linguiças calabresas foram avaliadas, quanto a composição química, pH, acidez, atividade de água, oxidação lipídica, cor e textura. As formulações apresentaram variação de pH nos diferentes períodos de estocagem. As formulações F1, F2, F3 e F7 apresentaram os menores valores de oxidação lipídica (p < 0,05) aos 53 dias de armazenamento. As formulações F1, F2, F6 e F7 apresentaram maiores valores de a* e menores valores de b*. Observouse redução (p < 0,05) de dureza e mastigabilidade ao longo do período de armazenamento para todas as formulações. As formulações F1, F2 e F3 apresentaram eficiência similar à formulação com antioxidante sintético BHT (F7), portanto, os extratos de orégano e manjericão tem potencial como antioxidante natural na indústria de alimentos.(AU)

Lactobacillus acidophilus reduces Listeria monocytogenes infection by inhibiting mitogen-activated protein kinase genes in growing rabbits

We aimed to investigate the effect of Lactobacillus acidophilus ACCC11073 on the growth performance, oxidation, inflammation, and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) family genes of rabbits infected with Listeria monocytogenes (L. monocytogenes) using antibiotic enrofloxacin hydrochloride (EH) as a reference. There were four treatments including negative control, positive control with L. monocytogenes infection on the first day of feeding trial (PC), PC + EH at 40 mg kg−1, and PC + L. acidophilus at 108 CFU kg−1 of diet using 240 weaned growing rabbits. The results showed that L. monocytogenes infection worsened growth performance of rabbits, whereas EH or L. acidophilus supplementation partially recovered body weight gain, but did not reach the levels of the negative control. Listeria acidophilus and EH decreased L. monocytogenes loads in caecum, liver, spleen, and lymph node, serum oxidative markers including diamine oxidase, malondialdehyde, and protein carbonyl, serum IL-1ß, IL-6, and TNF-α. The decreased effects of EH on IL-1ß and TNF-α were more pronounced than that of the probiotic. Treatments EH and probiotic also de-regulated the mRNA levels of MAPK1, 3, 6, and 14. Listeria acidophilus exhibits a similar effect to EH against L. monocytogenes in rabbits, and the regulation on inflammatory process is via MAPK family genes. The results suggest that L. acidophilus can be used as a feed additive against L. monocytogenes infection.(AU)

Use of natural antioxidants in sous vide tilapia fillet / Uso de antioxidantes naturais no processo sous vide de filé de tilápia (Oreochromis niloticus)

The objective of this study was to evaluate the use of natural antioxidants in tilapia fillets submitted to sous vide process. Four treatments were carried out using different natural antioxidants (Treatment 1 –control, without antioxidant; Treatment 2 –oregano extract; Treatment 3 -rosemary extract and Treatment 4 -basil extract) with six replicates. Analyzes of centesimal composition, microbiological composition and lipid oxidation through Thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) were performed. There was a significant difference in moisture content, being higher for treatments with extracts, whereas the control treatment presented higher protein content. The fillets were within microbiological standards recommended by legislation. The values obtained from Malondialdehyde(MDA)/kg demonstrate the efficiency of natural antioxidants added. The use of plant extracts as natural antioxidants in sous vide has been shown to be an alternative to minimize oxidative rancidity of tilapia fillets, increasing shelf life. Thus, it is possible to use rosemary, oregano and basil extracts in the tilapia sous vide process.

O objetivo deste estudo, foi avaliar o uso de antioxidantes naturais em filés de tilápia submetidos ao processo de Sous vide. Foram elaborados quatro tratamentos com a utilização de diferentes antioxidantes naturais no processo sous vide (Tratamento 1 –controle –sem antioxidante; Tratamento 2 -extrato de orégano; Tratamento 3 -extrato de alecrim e Tratamento 4 -extrato de manjericão), com seis repetições. Foram realizadas análise de composição centesimal, microbiológica e oxidação lipídica através das substâncias reativas ao ácido tiobarbitúrico (TBARS). Houve diferença significativa para o teor de umidade, sendo maior para os tratamentos com os extratos, enquanto no tratamento controle, os filés apresentaram maior teor de proteína. Os filés estavam dentro do padrão microbiológico recomendado pela legislação. Os valores obtidos de malonaldeído (MDA)/kg demonstram eficiência da utilização dos antioxidantes naturais. A utilização de extratos vegetais como antioxidantes naturais no processo Sous vide, mostrou ser uma alternativa para minimizar a rancidez oxidativa dos filés de tilápia, aumentando a vida de prateleira. Assim, é possível utilizar os extratos de alecrim, orégano e manjericão no processo sous vide de filé de tilápia.

Use of natural antioxidants in sous vide tilapia fillet / Uso de antioxidantes naturais no processo sous vide de filé de tilápia (Oreochromis niloticus)

The objective of this study was to evaluate the use of natural antioxidants in tilapia fillets submitted to sous vide process. Four treatments were carried out using different natural antioxidants (Treatment 1 –control, without antioxidant; Treatment 2 –oregano extract; Treatment 3 -rosemary extract and Treatment 4 -basil extract) with six replicates. Analyzes of centesimal composition, microbiological composition and lipid oxidation through Thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) were performed. There was a significant difference in moisture content, being higher for treatments with extracts, whereas the control treatment presented higher protein content. The fillets were within microbiological standards recommended by legislation. The values obtained from Malondialdehyde(MDA)/kg demonstrate the efficiency of natural antioxidants added. The use of plant extracts as natural antioxidants in sous vide has been shown to be an alternative to minimize oxidative rancidity of tilapia fillets, increasing shelf life. Thus, it is possible to use rosemary, oregano and basil extracts in the tilapia sous vide process.(AU)

O objetivo deste estudo, foi avaliar o uso de antioxidantes naturais em filés de tilápia submetidos ao processo de Sous vide. Foram elaborados quatro tratamentos com a utilização de diferentes antioxidantes naturais no processo sous vide (Tratamento 1 –controle –sem antioxidante; Tratamento 2 -extrato de orégano; Tratamento 3 -extrato de alecrim e Tratamento 4 -extrato de manjericão), com seis repetições. Foram realizadas análise de composição centesimal, microbiológica e oxidação lipídica através das substâncias reativas ao ácido tiobarbitúrico (TBARS). Houve diferença significativa para o teor de umidade, sendo maior para os tratamentos com os extratos, enquanto no tratamento controle, os filés apresentaram maior teor de proteína. Os filés estavam dentro do padrão microbiológico recomendado pela legislação. Os valores obtidos de malonaldeído (MDA)/kg demonstram eficiência da utilização dos antioxidantes naturais. A utilização de extratos vegetais como antioxidantes naturais no processo Sous vide, mostrou ser uma alternativa para minimizar a rancidez oxidativa dos filés de tilápia, aumentando a vida de prateleira. Assim, é possível utilizar os extratos de alecrim, orégano e manjericão no processo sous vide de filé de tilápia.(AU)

Oxidative stability of tilapia feeds containing Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Spirulina platensis / Estabilidade oxidativa de rações de tilápia contendo Saccharomyces cerevisiae e Spirulina platensis

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of the inclusion of microbial biomass on the oxidative rancidity of tilapia rations stored for 12 months. Treatments included a control diet and diets supplemented with either 0.01% vitamin E, 0.25 and 0.5% of Saccharomyces cerevisiae and 0.25 and 0.5% of Spirulina platensis. Experimental diets were stored in the dark inside plastic bags at room temperature (25 °C) for 12 months. The oxidative rancidity was measured as thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS). It was concluded that the inclusions of Spirulina platensis at 0.25% (1.734 ± 0.206) and 0.5% (1.629 ± 0.181) and Saccharomyces cerevisiae at 0.5% (1.459 ± 0.305) minimized the oxidative rancidity in comparation to control diet (2.843 ± 0.109) of Nile tilapia until 12 months of storage.(AU)

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o efeito da inclusão de biomassa microbiana sobre a rancidez oxidativa de rações de tilápia armazenadas por 12 meses. Os tratamentos incluíram uma dieta controle e dietas suplementadas com 0,01% de vitamina E 0,01%, com 0,25 e 0,5% de S. cerevisiae e com 0,25 e 0,5% de S. platensis. As dietas experimentais foram armazenadas em sacos plásticos escuros, em temperatura ambiente (25 °C), durante 12 meses. A rancidez oxidativa foi mensurada pelas substâncias reativas ao ácido tiobarbitúrico (TBARS). Concluiu-se que as inclusões de 0,25% (1,734 ± 0,206) e 0,5% (1.629 ± 0.181) de Spirulina platensis e 0,5% (1.459 ± 0.305) de Saccharomyces cerevisiae reduziram a rancidez das dietas em comparação a dieta controle de tilápias-do-Nilo após 12 meses de armazenamento.(AU)

Instrumental color and oxidative stability of light and dark muscles of Nile tilapia / Cor instrumental e estabilidade oxidativa de músculos claros e escuros de tilápia do Nilo

The aim of the present study was to compare the color and oxidative stability of light (LM) and dark (DM) muscles of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) stored at 4 °C for eight days. Five different trials of LM and DM samples were analyzed for instrumental color attributes (lightness, redness and yellowness), including the surface color stability through ratio of reflectance at 630/580 nm (R630/580), myoglobin concentration, total lipid content, fatty acid profile, metmyoglobin reducing activity (MRA), pH, lipid oxidation and protein oxidation. Results of the present study indicated that DM of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) present lower oxidative and color stability during refrigerated storage than LM.(AU)

O objetivo do presente estudo foi comparar a estabilidade de cor e oxidativa de músculos claros (LM) e escuros (DM) de tilápia do Nilo (Oreochromis niloticus) armazenados a 4° C por oito dias. Cinco repetições diferentes de amostras de LM e DM foram analisadas quanto aos atributos instrumentais de cor (luminosidade, teor de vermelho e teor de amarelo), incluindo a estabilidade de cor na superfície através da razão de refletâncias nos comprimentos de onda 630 e 580 nm (R630/580), concentração de mioglobina, lipídios totais, perfil de ácidos graxos, atividade de redução da metamioglobina (MRA), pH, oxidação lipídica e oxidação proteica. Os resultados do presente estudo indicam que músculos escuros (DM) de tilápia do Nilo (Oreochromis niloticus) apresentam menor estabilidade oxidativa e de cor durante o armazenamento refrigerado, quando comparados aos músculos claros (LM).(AU)

Conservation and quality of grumatã (Prochilodus lineatus) fillets after different depuration periods and frozen storage / Conservação e qualidade de filés de grumatã (Prochilodus lineatus) após diferentes períodos de depuração e congelamento

The aim of this study was to evaluate the physicochemical, microbiological, sensory and meat quality characteristics of grumatã fillets after different depuration (0, 48, 72 and 96 h) periods and frozen storage (0, 2, 4 and 6 months). The fish collected in a dam were distributed in tanks at a density of 3.8 kg m3 -1. After depuration periods, all fish were filleted and the fillet samples stored (18 °C) until analyses. Lower fat content was found in fish submitted to depuration for 48 and 96 h compared to the non-depurated and those depurated for 72 h. Muscle protein was preserved in 48 and 96 h treatments. Coagulase-positive Staphylococcus, coliforms at 45 °C and Salmonella spp. were not observed in the fillets, but aerobic mesophilic microorganisms and coliforms at 35 ºC were detected. Sensory analysis showed no significant differences in appearance, colour, texture, flavour attributes and overall acceptance. During frozen storage, pH, total volatile basic nitrogen (TVB-N), peroxide and thiobarbituric acid reactive substance (TBARS) values were evaluated in fillet samples every two months. The pH values increased up to four months of storage. The TVB-N values ranged in fillets from fish depurated for 48 and 96 h. Peroxide values increased from the fourth month of storage, with the highest values observed in the sixth month. For TBARS values, increased values were found in fillets from non-depurated fish and lower values in other depuration periods. Thus, depuration is more efficient in maintaining the quality of grumatã fillets in frozen storage.

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar as características físico-químicas, microbiológicas, sensoriais e de qualidade de carne de filés de grumatã após diferentes períodos de depuração (0, 48, 72 e 96 h) e congelamento (0, 2, 4 e 6 meses). Os peixes coletados em barragem foram distribuídos em tanques em uma densidade de 3,8 Kg m3 -1. Após os períodos de depuração todos os peixes foram filetados e as amostras de filé foram estocadas (-18°C) até serem analisadas. Menor conteúdo de gordura foi encontrado nos peixes submetidos a depuração por 48 e 96 h comparado aqueles não depurados e depurados por 72 h. Proteína muscular foi preservada nos tratamentos 48 e 96 h. Staphylococcus coagulase-positiva, coliformes a 45ºC e Salmonella spp. não foram observados nos filés, mas microorganismos mesófilos aeróbios e coliformes a 35ºC foram encontrados. A análise sensorial não demonstrou diferenças significativas nos atributos aparência, cor, textura, sabor e aceitação global. Durante o congelamento, os valores de pH, Bases Nitrogenadas Voláteis Totais (BVNT), peróxidos e Substâncias Reativas ao Ácido Tiobarbitúrico (TBARS) foram avaliados em amostras de filé a cada dois meses. Os valores de pH aumentaram após quatro meses de estocagem. Os valores de BVNT variaram nos filés dos peixes depurados por 48 e 96 h. Os valores de peróxidos aumentaram a partir do quarto mês de congelamento e no sexto mês os valores mais altos foram observados. Para TBARS, valores altos foram encontrados em filés de peixes não depurados e menores valores nos tratamentos depurados. Assim, a depuração mostrou ser mais eficiente para manter a qualidade de filés de grumatã armazenados congelados.

Pomegranate (Punica granatum L) peel lyophilized extract delays lipid oxidation in tuscan sausages / Estabilidade oxidativa de linguiça tipo Toscana com extrato liofilizado da casca de romã (Punica granatum L)

Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) contains a high concentration of antioxidant and phenolic compounds. Pomegranate peel extracts at different concentrations were used as natural antioxidant to increased the lipid stability of fresh Tuscan sausages, comparing with sodium erythorbate (SE). Peels were subjected to ultrasound-assisted aqueous extraction and lyophilization. The extract was previously characterized throught phenol and flavonoids determination. The Tuscan Sausages were prepared, and color, pH, peroxides, and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances were assessed at 1, 15, and 30 days of storage, at a mean temperature of 5 ± 1 ºC and under a 12-hour light cycle/day. Sausages containing 0.05 and 0.1% of peel extract showed results similar to sodium erythorbate in lipid peroxidation. Sausages treated with pomegranate peel extracts showed an adequate global acceptability level in the sensory analysis. Pomegranate peel extracts are; therefore, a promising natural alternative for maintaining the lipid stability of Tuscan sausages, promoting the protection of the meat and in addition, being able to bring beneficial of the pomegranate to the human health.(AU)

A romã (Punica granatum L.) contém uma alta concentração de compostos antioxidantes e fenólicos. Extratos de casca de romã em diferentes concentrações foram utilizados como antioxidante natural para aumentar a estabilidade lipídica de linguiça tipo Toscana, comparados ao eritorbato de sódio. As cascas foram submetidas à extração e liofilização aquosas por ultrassom. O extrato foi caracterizado por determinação de fenol e flavonóides. Os parâmetros cor, pH, peróxidos e ácido tiobarbitúrico foram avaliadas nos dias 1, 15 e 30 pós armazenamento, a temperatura de 5 ± 1 ºC e ciclo de luz de 12 horas/dia. As linguiças contendo 0,05 e 0,1% de extrato de casca apresentaram resultados semelhantes ao eritorbato de sódio quanto a peroxidação lipídica. Também apresentaram aceitabilidade global adequada na análise sensorial. Os extratos de casca de romã são, portanto, uma alternativa natural promissora para manter a estabilidade lipídica das linguiças toscanas, promovendo a proteção e podendo trazer benefícios da romã à saúde humana.(AU)

Conservation and quality of grumatã (Prochilodus lineatus) fillets after different depuration periods and frozen storage / Conservação e qualidade de filés de grumatã (Prochilodus lineatus) após diferentes períodos de depuração e congelamento

The aim of this study was to evaluate the physicochemical, microbiological, sensory and meat quality characteristics of grumatã fillets after different depuration (0, 48, 72 and 96 h) periods and frozen storage (0, 2, 4 and 6 months). The fish collected in a dam were distributed in tanks at a density of 3.8 kg m3 -1. After depuration periods, all fish were filleted and the fillet samples stored (18 °C) until analyses. Lower fat content was found in fish submitted to depuration for 48 and 96 h compared to the non-depurated and those depurated for 72 h. Muscle protein was preserved in 48 and 96 h treatments. Coagulase-positive Staphylococcus, coliforms at 45 °C and Salmonella spp. were not observed in the fillets, but aerobic mesophilic microorganisms and coliforms at 35 ºC were detected. Sensory analysis showed no significant differences in appearance, colour, texture, flavour attributes and overall acceptance. During frozen storage, pH, total volatile basic nitrogen (TVB-N), peroxide and thiobarbituric acid reactive substance (TBARS) values were evaluated in fillet samples every two months. The pH values increased up to four months of storage. The TVB-N values ranged in fillets from fish depurated for 48 and 96 h. Peroxide values increased from the fourth month of storage, with the highest values observed in the sixth month. For TBARS values, increased values were found in fillets from non-depurated fish and lower values in other depuration periods. Thus, depuration is more efficient in maintaining the quality of grumatã fillets in frozen storage.(AU)

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar as características físico-químicas, microbiológicas, sensoriais e de qualidade de carne de filés de grumatã após diferentes períodos de depuração (0, 48, 72 e 96 h) e congelamento (0, 2, 4 e 6 meses). Os peixes coletados em barragem foram distribuídos em tanques em uma densidade de 3,8 Kg m3 -1. Após os períodos de depuração todos os peixes foram filetados e as amostras de filé foram estocadas (-18°C) até serem analisadas. Menor conteúdo de gordura foi encontrado nos peixes submetidos a depuração por 48 e 96 h comparado aqueles não depurados e depurados por 72 h. Proteína muscular foi preservada nos tratamentos 48 e 96 h. Staphylococcus coagulase-positiva, coliformes a 45ºC e Salmonella spp. não foram observados nos filés, mas microorganismos mesófilos aeróbios e coliformes a 35ºC foram encontrados. A análise sensorial não demonstrou diferenças significativas nos atributos aparência, cor, textura, sabor e aceitação global. Durante o congelamento, os valores de pH, Bases Nitrogenadas Voláteis Totais (BVNT), peróxidos e Substâncias Reativas ao Ácido Tiobarbitúrico (TBARS) foram avaliados em amostras de filé a cada dois meses. Os valores de pH aumentaram após quatro meses de estocagem. Os valores de BVNT variaram nos filés dos peixes depurados por 48 e 96 h. Os valores de peróxidos aumentaram a partir do quarto mês de congelamento e no sexto mês os valores mais altos foram observados. Para TBARS, valores altos foram encontrados em filés de peixes não depurados e menores valores nos tratamentos depurados. Assim, a depuração mostrou ser mais eficiente para manter a qualidade de filés de grumatã armazenados congelados.(AU)

Performance, carcass yield, and meat quality of broilers supplemented with organic or inorganic zinc / Desempenho, rendimento e qualidade da carne de frangos de corte suplementados com zinco orgânico ou inorgânico

A total of 640 one-day-old Cobb broiler chicks, half male and half female, were reared up to 49 days of age. A completely randomized 2 × 4 factorial design was used. Experimental treatments consisted of four levels of organic zinc supplementation and one control (inorganic zinc supplementation) and two levels of sex (female and male), with four replicates of 16 birds per experimental plot. Animal performance, carcass and cut yields, and meat quality were evaluated. Feed intake increased with zinc supplementation. Broilers that received the lowest level of organic zinc showed better feed conversion than those fed an equivalent level of inorganic zinc. Increased levels of organic zinc reduced the abdominal fat content in females but impaired the oxidative stability of meat. The results showed that male broilers have better performance, carcass yield, and meat quality than females and that organic zinc improves broiler feed conversion and reduces abdominal fat but increases lipid oxidation in meat.(AU)

Foram alojados 640 pintainhos de corte, sendo metade de machos e metade de fêmeas, da linhagem Cobb, de um a 49 dias de idade. Foi adotado um delineamento inteiramente ao acaso, em esquema fatorial 2 × 4. Os tratamentos experimentais consistiram em quatro níveis de suplementação de zinco orgânico e um controle inorgânico, e diferentes sexos, com quatro repetições de 16 aves por parcela experimental. Foram avaliados o desempenho, a característica da carcaça e dos cortes, bem como a qualidade de carne dos frangos. O aumento dos níveis de zinco elevou o consumo de ração dos frangos. Os frangos que receberam zinco orgânico na exigência mínima apresentaram melhor conversão alimentar comparados àqueles que receberam ração de fonte inorgânica. O aumento nos níveis de zinco orgânico proporcionou redução no teor de gordura abdominal para fêmeas, mas níveis de zinco orgânico prejudicaram a estabilidade oxidativa da carne. Conclui-se que frangos machos apresentam melhor desempenho, carcaça e qualidade de carne em relação às fêmeas, e que o zinco orgânico melhora a conversão alimentar dos frangos, reduz a gordura abdominal, porém eleva a oxidação lipídica da carne.(AU)

Performance, carcass yield, and meat quality of broilers supplemented with organic or inorganic zinc / Desempenho, rendimento e qualidade da carne de frangos de corte suplementados com zinco orgânico ou inorgânico

A total of 640 one-day-old Cobb broiler chicks, half male and half female, were reared up to 49 days of age. A completely randomized 2 × 4 factorial design was used. Experimental treatments consisted of four levels of organic zinc supplementation and one control (inorganic zinc supplementation) and two levels of sex (female and male), with four replicates of 16 birds per experimental plot. Animal performance, carcass and cut yields, and meat quality were evaluated. Feed intake increased with zinc supplementation. Broilers that received the lowest level of organic zinc showed better feed conversion than those fed an equivalent level of inorganic zinc. Increased levels of organic zinc reduced the abdominal fat content in females but impaired the oxidative stability of meat. The results showed that male broilers have better performance, carcass yield, and meat quality than females and that organic zinc improves broiler feed conversion and reduces abdominal fat but increases lipid oxidation in meat.(AU)

Foram alojados 640 pintainhos de corte, sendo metade de machos e metade de fêmeas, da linhagem Cobb, de um a 49 dias de idade. Foi adotado um delineamento inteiramente ao acaso, em esquema fatorial 2 × 4. Os tratamentos experimentais consistiram em quatro níveis de suplementação de zinco orgânico e um controle inorgânico, e diferentes sexos, com quatro repetições de 16 aves por parcela experimental. Foram avaliados o desempenho, a característica da carcaça e dos cortes, bem como a qualidade de carne dos frangos. O aumento dos níveis de zinco elevou o consumo de ração dos frangos. Os frangos que receberam zinco orgânico na exigência mínima apresentaram melhor conversão alimentar comparados àqueles que receberam ração de fonte inorgânica. O aumento nos níveis de zinco orgânico proporcionou redução no teor de gordura abdominal para fêmeas, mas níveis de zinco orgânico prejudicaram a estabilidade oxidativa da carne. Conclui-se que frangos machos apresentam melhor desempenho, carcaça e qualidade de carne em relação às fêmeas, e que o zinco orgânico melhora a conversão alimentar dos frangos, reduz a gordura abdominal, porém eleva a oxidação lipídica da carne.(AU)