Edible oils are used as a frying medium and in the preparation of several food products.
They are mainly constituting triacylglycerols as major components, while other compounds …

An elevated postprandial glycaemic response is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes
mellitus (T2DM). Inhibition of digestive enzymes, including membrane-bound brush-border α …

The aim of the present study was to examine the nutritional (fat, fatty acids, minerals, sugars)
and bioactive compounds (polyphenols, tocochromanols, triterpene) and their influence on …

For immobile plants, the main means of protection against adverse environmental factors is
the biosynthesis of various secondary (specialized) metabolites. The extreme diversity and …

Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are essential components in eukaryotic cell membrane.
They take part in the regulation of cell signalling pathways and act as precursors in …

Plant foods consist of a large number of phenolic compounds, the majority of which are
antioxidants. These phenolic compounds play a significant role in maintaining our health …

Elevated blood glucose concentration is a risk factor for developing metabolic dysfunction
and insulin resistance, leading to type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Nuts have …

A comprehensive study of bioactive compounds was carried out in the leaves of the main
Berberis species growing in Chile (Berberis microphylla, Berberis darwinii, Berberis …

Almonds have gained consumers' attention due to their health benefits (they are rich in
bioactive compounds) and sensory properties. Nevertheless, information about …

Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is abundant in plants and essential in human diet. Due to the
occurrence of skipped diene in the structure, it can steadily become oxidized non …