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Comprehensive Study of Total Nitrogen Content and Microfluidic Profiles in Additive-Enriched Plant-Based Drinks.
Balogh-Hartmann, Fruzsina; Páger, Csilla; Bufa, Anita; Sipos, Zoltán; Dávidovics, Anna; Verzár, Zsófia; Marosvölgyi, Tamás; Makszin, Lilla.
Afiliação
  • Balogh-Hartmann F; Institute of Bioanalysis, Medical School, Szentágothai Research Center, University of Pécs, 7622 Pécs, Hungary.
  • Páger C; Institute of Bioanalysis, Medical School, Szentágothai Research Center, University of Pécs, 7622 Pécs, Hungary.
  • Bufa A; Institute of Bioanalysis, Medical School, Szentágothai Research Center, University of Pécs, 7622 Pécs, Hungary.
  • Sipos Z; Institute of Bioanalysis, Medical School, Szentágothai Research Center, University of Pécs, 7622 Pécs, Hungary.
  • Dávidovics A; Department of Languages for Biomedical Purposes and Communication, Medical School, University of Pécs, 7624 Pécs, Hungary.
  • Verzár Z; Institute of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, 7621 Pécs, Hungary.
  • Marosvölgyi T; Institute of Bioanalysis, Medical School, Szentágothai Research Center, University of Pécs, 7622 Pécs, Hungary.
  • Makszin L; Institute of Bioanalysis, Medical School, Szentágothai Research Center, University of Pécs, 7622 Pécs, Hungary.
Foods ; 13(15)2024 Jul 24.
Article em En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39123521
ABSTRACT
The growing consumption of plant-based milk substitutes raises important questions about their composition. The various additives used by manufacturers, including those employed as flavor enhancers, protein additives, and stabilizers, may contain both protein and non-protein nitrogen components. In our study, we examined not only popular milk alternatives but also other milk substitutes made from specific plants. We present a reproducible and rapid method for the simultaneous qualitative and quantitative determination of the total nitrogen content in milk alternatives, focusing on applicability. Using the microchip gel electrophoretic method, we determined that the total nitrogen content differed from the protein content indicated on the packaging. Our results, along with statistical evaluations, supported the hypothesis that different brands of products, derived from the same plant source, resulted in different microfluidic profiles, likely due to the presence of additives. As expected, the microfluidic profiles of additive-free products differed from those of fortified products made from the same plant-based milk replacer. Total nitrogen content provides crucial information for individuals with kidney disease, as is essential to reduce the burden on the kidneys to slow deterioration, alleviate symptoms and avoid complications.
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Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Foods Ano de publicação: 2024 Tipo de documento: Article País de afiliação: Hungria País de publicação: Suíça

Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Foods Ano de publicação: 2024 Tipo de documento: Article País de afiliação: Hungria País de publicação: Suíça