SPECTRAL PROPERTIES OF TWO WATER-SOLUBLE MELANINS by V.M. Kravchenko, T.V. Beregova, M.Yu. Lositskyi, T.O. Kondratyuk, S.A. Davydenko, E.S. Davydenko, S.S. Davydenko, L.P. Buchatskyi, V.M. Yashchuk

“…Studied are the spectral properties of two types of water-soluble melanins: melanin obtained from black yeast-like fungi Pseudonadsoniella brunnea 470 FCKU, dissolved in water with pH 11, and plant melanin obtained from black tea according to German patent DE102004003801A1, which is added to drinking water for medicinal purposes. …”
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The effect of natural antioxidants on long-term stability of sweet red pepper seed oil by Jasmina Ranilović, Tanja Cvetković, Irena Vađunec Bajrić, Vesna Kadija-Cmrk, Tihomir Moslavac, Marina Ilakovac Kveder, Dalibor Merunka, Jurica Jurec, Srećko Valić, Stela Jokić

“…The addition of natural antioxidants such as green tea extract (0.2%), especially rosemary extract (0.2%) and a blend of rosemary extract (0.2%), and citric acid (0.01%) extended the stability of pure pepper seed oil to a period of one year. …”
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The effect of combined thermal and sonication treatment on shelf life extension and quality retention of banana by Mahfujul Alam, Mir Meahadi Hasan, Mohammad Mainuddin Molla, Mrinal Kanti Debnath, Md Shakir Moazzem, Biddut Chandra Dey

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Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents as Green Alternatives for Extracting Bioactive Compounds from <i>Sideritis</i> Taxa with Potential Cosmetic Applications by Lamprini Zissi, Virginia D. Dimaki, Vassiliki S. Birba, Vassiliki C. Galani, Vassiliki Magafa, Sophia Hatziantoniou, Fotini N. Lamari

“…This study investigated the potential of natural deep eutectic solvents (NADESs) for extracting bioactive compounds from the aerial parts of two mountain tea taxa, <i>Sideritis clandestina</i> ssp. <i>peloponnesiaca</i> (Boiss. & Heldr.) …”
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Prevalence of nutritional anemia and its risk factors in children under five in the Gaza Strip by Abdel Hamid El Bilbeisi, Abdel Hamid El Bilbeisi

“…Additionally, dietary factors such as tea, meat, crisps, cola, fruits, breastfeeding practices, malnutrition, appetite, and hereditary diseases were significantly associated with anemia in these children (p-values &lt;0.05 for all).ConclusionOur study clearly demonstrates that anemia is highly prevalent (35.6% anemia, and 4.0% IDA) among under-five children in Gaza Strip governorates. …”
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Association of the newly proposed dietary index for gut microbiota and constipation: a cross-sectional study from NHANES by Zhuhui Zhang, Chunlu Bi, Runsheng Wu, Muwen Qu

“…DI-GM was derived from dietary recall data, including avocado, broccoli, chickpeas, coffee, cranberries, fermented dairy, fiber, green tea, soybean and whole grains as beneficial elements, red meat, processed meat, refined grains, and high fat as detrimental components. …”
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The Affirmative Action and Household Income Status of the Batwa Community Evicted From Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Kanungu District, Uganda by Saulo, Katariko

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Effect of Sports Energy Drink on Fat Metabolism and Weight Loss of College Students by Huan Chu, Wenyong Zhou, Shanshan Wang

“…Energy drinks have become a new generation of drinks after carbonated drinks, drinking water, fruit and vegetable juice, and tea. At present, the total annual output of beverages in the world exceeds 300 billion liters, and functional beverages have become the fastest growing beverage varieties. …”
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Characterization of physical, structural and antioxidant properties of hemp seed and seed meal protein-gallic acid conjugates by Wannawarang Tanbamrung, Suphat Phongthai, Pornchai rachtanapun, Kongsak Boonyapranai, Prem Thongchai, Liang Zhang, Kanyasiri Rakariyatham

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Nutrient Release Pattern and Greenhouse-Grown Swiss Chard Response to Biochar Inoculated with Vermicast by Lord Abbey, Jinsheng Cai, Lokanadha R. Gunupuru, Mercy Ijenyo, Ebenezer O. Esan, Suwen Lin

“…A study was performed to assess nutrient release from biochar inoculated with solid vermicast (SVB), vermicast tea (VTB), deionized water (DWB), uninoculated biochar (Bioc), and Promix-BX (Pro-BX). …”
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Carrageenan bionanocomposite films incorporating Ag and Zn-Doped CeO₂ nanoparticles for active food packaging applications by Damar Rastri Adhika, Gita Genecya, Alvin Annayya Habibah, An Naas Amalia Rahardja Putri, Ubed Sonai Fahruddin Arrozi

“…The synthesis of CeO₂ NPs, doped with varying concentrations of Ag and Zn, was achieved using the green synthesis method with green tea extract as a reducing agent. Characterization techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and Zeta potential analysis confirmed the successful doping and stability of the nanoparticles. …”
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Analysis of genetic relationships of genotypes of the genus Rosa L. from the collection of Nikita Botanical Gardens using ISSR and IRAP DNA markers by I. I. Suprun, S. A. Plugatar, I. V. Stepanov, T. S. Naumenko

“…Cultivated roses were represented by varieties of garden groups hybrid tea, floribunda, and grandiflora. The tested markers included 32 ISSRs and 13 IRAPs. …”
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(-)-Epigallocatechin Gallate Reduces Platelet-Derived Growth Factor-BB-Stimulated Interleukin-6 Synthesis in Osteoblasts: Suppression of SAPK/JNK by Shinji Takai, Rie Matsushima-Nishiwaki, Seiji Adachi, Hideo Natsume, Chiho Minamitani, Jun Mizutani, Takanobu Otsuka, Haruhiko Tokuda, Osamu Kozawa

“…In the present study, we investigated whether (-)-epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), one of the major green tea flavonoids, affects the synthesis of IL-6 in these cells and the mechanism. …”
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Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) modulates senescent endothelial cell-monocyte communication in age-related vascular inflammation by Sarvatit Patel, Kai Ellis, Kai Ellis, Corey A. Scipione, Jason E. Fish, Jason E. Fish, Jason E. Fish, Jason E. Fish, Kathryn L. Howe, Kathryn L. Howe, Kathryn L. Howe, Kathryn L. Howe, Kathryn L. Howe

“…This study determined how senescent ECs communicate with monocytes, whether extracellular vesicles (EVs) released from senescent ECs affect monocyte functions, and investigated the potential for epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), a flavonoid in green tea, to reverse these effects. Human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) were treated with Etoposide (10 µM, 24 h) to induce senescence, followed by EGCG (100 µM, 24 h) treatment to evaluate its potential as a senotherapeutic agent. …”
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Nutritional and General Awareness of Vitamin D Status among Adult Population in Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan Region, Iraq: A Cross-Sectional Study by Reder Rafiq Mohammed Salih, Fadhluddin Nasruddin Shakor, Dalia Ardal Ali, Rafiq Mohammed Salih Rashid

“…Although 55% of the surveyed population used vitamin D supplements, and 76% acknowledged it through their doctor's recommendation, exceeding two-thirds incorrectly anticipated that drinking tea would impair vitamin D absorption. Therefore, 90% would buy supplements without a prescription if needed. …”
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Business Development Strategy of Beverage Powder Company by M. Zaenal Mahasin, Hartoyo, Rokhani Hasbullah

“…Coffee trends have triggered an increase in domestic consumption of coffee and other drinks like chocolate and tea. The powdered beverage industry as a supporting ingredient for beverage shops has also increased with the rapid growth of modern drinks. …”
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The in ovo screening of 27 single essential oils showed selective effects on hatchability, performance and gene expression relevant to gut functions in broilers at hatch by Asad A. Khaskheli, Shahram Niknafs, Mila M.Y. Meijer, Xinle Tan, Peter R. Ferket, Eugeni Roura

“…Five essential oils eugenol, clove, tea tree, lemongrass, and thyme, significantly (P < 0.05) reduced hatchability (66.67 %, 58.33, 83.30 and 83.30 %) compared to the saline (96.80 %), were discarded from the rest of the study. …”
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Study on the evolution of the spatial patterns and driving factors of national agricultural cultural heritage in China. by Lifei Xu, Yuyu Liao, Jun Liu

“…The types of national agricultural cultural heritage are diverse and rich, involving farmland landscapes, composite systems, crop varieties, vegetables and melons, tea, forest fruits, special products, farmland irrigation, and animal breeding, in which forest and fruit class heritage site dominate. ②From a regional perspective, the spatial distribution of China's national agricultural cultural heritage varies greatly, with strong national and regional characteristics. …”
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Effect of extrusion processing on the structural, functional, and physicochemical properties of wheat and wheat-based products: A review by Junjie Chen, Qiang Liu, Siqi Zhao, Liping Guo, Xinbo Zhuang, Xuehong Chen, Tingting Tao, Chao Ding

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Identification of circRNA/miRNA/mRNA regulatory network involving (+)-catechin ameliorates diabetic nephropathy mice by Chao Chen, Dina Zhu, Shuai Zhang, Wensheng Zhang

“…(+)-Catechin (CE) is mainly found in green and black tea and has many biological effects, such as anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-viral effects, protecting human organs, especially the kidney. …”
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