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Exploring the Plant Kingdom for Sources of Skincare Cosmeceuticals
Published in Mahendra Rai, Shandesh Bhattarai, Chistiane M. Feitosa, Wild Plants, 2020
Mayuri Napagoda, Sanjeeva Witharana
Another important aspect of cosmeceuticals is its moisturizing ability. The balance between the water content of the stratum corneum and skin surface lipids is detrimental to the appearance and function of the skin. When this balance gets disrupted, a dermatological condition known as dry skin ensues. This is a phenomenon commonly observed in atopic dermatitis patients. Under these circumstances, effective cosmetic products must be used to improve skin hydration (Dal’Belo et al. 2006). In this regard, the polysaccharide-rich Aloe vera extracts, which are often used in cosmetic formulations, were investigated using skin bioengineering techniques, and the results confirmed its effectiveness in improving skin hydration (Dal’Belo et al. 2006). In another study, Corchorus olitorius leaves that are rich in mucilaginous polysaccharide were proved to be effective in increasing skin hydration (Yokoyama et al. 2014). Similarly, the polysaccharide gel extracted from the fruit hulls of durian (Durio zibethinus) had a significant effect on skin capacitance in human subjects, and exerted a positive but moderate effect on skin firmness (Futrakul et al. 2009).
Traditional Beliefs and Practices Regarding Pregnancy of Acehnese Woman: A Qualitative Approach
Published in Teuku Tahlil, Hajjul Kamil, Asniar, Marthoenis, Challenges in Nursing Education and Research, 2020
Darmawati, Masyithah Audina, Tongku Nizwan Siregar, Hajjul Kamil, Teuku Tahlil
Pregnant women are likened to being experiencing very hot conditions, so the cold food is needed and there is a prohibition on eating hot foods during the early pregnancy. Hot food can be consumed before the birth process to speed up labor (Montesanti, 2015). A study conducted by Harsoliya et al. (2011) found that the bromelain enzyme was found in pineapple and it can increase the risk of miscarriage. Pineapple also has a high sugar content which can increase the risk of gestational diabetes (Harsoliya et al., 2011). However, consuming durian during pregnancy has many benefits. Durian contains high sugar and carbohydrates so it can increase the baby’s weight. However, mothers who have gestational diabetes have to reduce the consumption in order to maintain a stable glucose levels (Young Parents, 2019). There are many benefits of consuming rambutan during pregnancy. However, a very mature rambutan has an alcohol content and excessive sugar levels that are not safe for both mother and fetus (Shah, 2019).
Fruits, Vegetables and Tubers
Published in Bill Pritchard, Rodomiro Ortiz, Meera Shekar, Routledge Handbook of Food and Nutrition Security, 2016
Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a vegetable fruit of great importance in India and across much of Africa. Interestingly, this crop and durian (Durio zibethinus), a tropical fruit tree, are the only species of agricultural importance in the family Malvaceae. Given that 96 per cent of the world crop of okra arises from 16 LIFDCs, it is clearly a food of special importance to the developing world. Similarly, hot peppers and chillies (Capsicum frutescents and C. chinense) marketed as dry fruit are a significant crop in many poor countries with 62 per cent of the crop produced in LIFDCs. India alone produces 39 per cent of the 3.35 MMT of hot peppers produced annually.
Dietary Pattern, Genomic Stability and Relative Cancer Risk in Asian Food Landscape
Published in Nutrition and Cancer, 2022
Razinah Sharif, Suzana Shahar, Nor Fadilah Rajab, Michael Fenech
Acrylamide assessment in Iran showed that potato chips contained highest amount of acrylamide and their amount may differ according to potato variety and processing conditions (67). A study in Thailand showed that highest concentration of acrylamide was found in Khanom Jak (sweet rice flour dessert) while moderate amount in deep-fried products, especially sweet potato and taro crisps, Kanom Kai Hong, banana fritters, durian chips and spring rolls (68). Thai-conventional snacks possessed low concentrations (<150 µg kg−1) including Khao Larm, Pa Tong Koo, sweet banana crisps and deep-fried Chinese wonton. Acrylamide was lowest (<15 µg kg−1) in fish strips, rice crackers, Hoi Jor and fried fish balls.