Flavor Changing Research Articles

The Influence of Modern Science and Technology on the Taste of the Year

The Spring Festival is the most solemn traditional festival of the Chinese nation, and the Spring Festival culture is also an important representative of Chinese excellent traditions. In recent years, with the development of national economy and the arrival of the era of science and technology, people's life style and values have changed obviously. People have lost their freshness and interest in the traditional Chinese New Year culture and customs, and many scientific and technological elements have continuously penetrated into people's lives, and the taste of China's new year is fading. Modern science and technology pose many new challenges to China's annual culture, and a series of social hot issues caused by the change of annual flavor caused by science and technology also need to be solved urgently. The purpose of this research is to solve the problems caused by the change of annual flavor under the influence of modern science and technology, and to provide feasible suggestions for better inheriting Chinese excellent traditional culture in the era of rapid development of science and technology.

Scent-Triggered Cerebral Activity: How Retronasal Olfaction Influences the Food-Reward Feedback System

The flavour of foods and drinks is influenced by perceptual interactions between genuine taste and odour active compounds that are sensed retronasally. Interdisciplinary teams of plant and sensory experts have identified specific flavour changes that influence overall favour profiles. Currently, it is unknown how retronasal sensations might vary with measures of taste phenotype and taste function, and how such differences might influence liking and intake of certain foods and drinks over others. Given that neural response depends not only on the type of stimuli, but also in large part on the cognitive context, focus and state of the individual, a conclusive determination of the food reward response triggered by retronasal olfaction is warranted.

The general one-loop structure for the LFV Higgs decays Hr→lalb in multi-Higgs models with neutrino masses

In this paper, we present general formulae for the calculation of LFV Higgs decays [Formula: see text] at one-loop, with [Formula: see text] being part of the Higgs spectrum of a generic multi-scalar extension of the Standard Model (SM) with neutrino masses. We develop a method based on a classification of the particles appearing in the loop diagrams (scalars, fermions and vectors), and by identifying the corresponding couplings, we are able to present compact expressions for the form factors involved in the amplitudes. Our results are applicable to models where Flavor Changing Neutral Currents (FCNC) are forbidden at the tree level, but change of flavor is induced by charged currents. Then, as applications of our formalism, we evaluate the branching ratio for the mode [Formula: see text], for two specific models: the See-Saw Type I-[Formula: see text]SM and the Scotogenic model (here [Formula: see text] corresponds to the SM-like Higgs boson); we find that the largest branching ratio for SM-like Higgs [Formula: see text] boson within the [Formula: see text]SM is of the order [Formula: see text], while for the Scotogenic model we find [Formula: see text], which satisfy the latest experimental LHC results.

Industry-Scale Microfluidizer: a Novel Technology to Improve Physiochemical Qualities and Volatile Flavor of Whole Mango Juice

Industry-scale microfluidizer system (ISMS) is a novel equipment for producing filtered-free whole beverages. This study investigated the color, nutrition, and flavor changes of whole mango juice (WMJ) treated by ISMS under various pressure (0–120 MPa). Results showed that ISMS well maintained the total soluble solid content, pH value, and yellow color of WMJ. The carotenoids were not destroyed with treatment pressure below 90 MPa, and the carotenoids bioaccessibility of all the WMJ samples was no change. More importantly, ISMS promoted the release of ascorbic acid and total polyphenols by disrupting cellular integrity, thus improving antioxidant activities of WMJ. Volatile compounds analysis found that WMJ samples had more terpenes and aldehydes when treated at 90 MPa, and possessed more esters at 120 MPa. These results demonstrated that ISMS might offer new opportunities to produce WMJ with excellent qualities at an industrial level.

Capturing the impact of oral processing behavior and bolus formation on the dynamic sensory perception and composition of steamed sturgeon meat

The effect of oral processing on flavor release and change in composition of steamed sturgeon meat was investigated. Oral processing caused changes in the concentrations of taste compounds including amino acids, 5′-nucleotides, organic acids, and Na+. Sensory omics demonstrated that the concentrations of 12 volatile compounds increased significantly (p < 0.05) during the initial stage of oral processing. There is no significant difference in microstructure, texture, and particle size of meat bolus. The top fifteen differential lipids which including eight phospholipids in all processed samples significantly (p < 0.05) correlated with the flavor release. A total of 589 differential proteins were detected in three samples with different chewing times (0, 12, and 30 s). Analysis of the correlations between odorants and 19 differential proteins was performed. Enriched pathways including fatty acid degradation, valine, leucine and isoleucine degradation, glycine, serine and threonine metabolism, and arachidonic acid metabolism were associated with flavor release during oral processing. This study aimed to investigate potential links between flavor release and biological processes during oral processing from a proteomics perspective.

Exploring the effects of heat processing methods on the characteristic volatile flavour of walnut kernels based on multi‐sensory analysis

SummaryHeat processing has a significant effect on the flavour of walnut kernels, while the related analyses on their characteristic flavour changes have not been extensively studied yet. In this study, headspace solid phase micro‐extraction combined with gas chromatography–mass spectrometry‐olfactometry (HS‐SPME‐GC–MS‐O), electronic nose (E‐nose) and multivariate analysis methods were used to explore the effects of microwave, baking and drying treatments on the characteristic flavour of walnut kernels. The results showed that the content of aldehydes and heterocyclic compounds increased significantly after heat treatment. A total of eighty‐nine volatile compounds were identified by the above three heat processing methods, mainly aldehydes and alkanes, including twenty‐five aroma active substances and twelve potential markers. It also discovered that the flavour characteristics of walnut kernels changed from green to roasted and burnt odours after heat treatment, in which the microwave treatment group displayed the strongest roasted and burnt flavours among the above processing methods. The comparative analysis of the differences in characteristic flavour on walnut kernels via different heat processing methods could provide a technical support for the development of walnut products and their industrial utilisation.

Changes of Physicochemical Characteristics and Flavor during Suanyu Fermentation with Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

This study investigates the changes of the physicochemical characteristics and flavor of fermented Suanyu (Chinese fermented fish) during fermentation with Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (L. plantarum) and Saccharomyces cerevisiae (S. cerevisiae). The related indicators, including pH, water activity (Aw), volatile base nitrogen (TVB-N), thiobarbituric acid (TBA), free amino acids (FAAs), microbial community, and volatile compounds were determined. L. plantarum fermentation samples (LP) and natural fermentation samples (NF) were used as controls. The pH and Aw of three groups of Suanyu samples decreased continuously through the entire fermentation process. Meanwhile, the TVB-N of three groups of samples increased gradually, while TBA first increased and then decreased. Notably, the pH, Aw, TVB-N, and TBA of MF group samples (inoculated L. plantarum and S. cerevisiae) were significantly lower than the NF group samples. In addition, both TVB-N and TBA of the MF group samples were lower than those of the LP group samples during fermentation, suggesting that combined fermentation could inhibit the growth of undesirable microorganisms more effectively. Lactobacillus were the main bacterial genus of the three group fermented samples during fermentation, and combined fermentation could promote the growth of Lactobacillus more significantly. In addition, the highest content of umami (145.16 mg/100 g), sweet amino acids (405.75 mg/100 g), and volatile compounds (especially alcohols and esters) were found in MF group samples, followed by the NF and LP group samples, indicating that combined fermentation could give Suanyu a better flavor quality. This study may provide a theoretical basis for the industrial production of fermented fish products and the improvement of fermentation technology.

Getting hot: Effect of chili pepper addition on sensory perception of liquid and solid foods.

The impact of trigeminal oral burn and pungency on taste, flavor, and mouth-feel perception of commercially available foods is underexplored. This study aimed to determine the effect of oral burn sensations evoked by the addition of chili powder to tomato soup, beef burger patties, and curried rice on taste, flavor, and mouth-feel perception. Chili powder was added to tomato soups, beef burger patties, and curried rice at four concentrations. A consumer panel comprising n=66 participants (49 women, 25.5±5.8 years, BMI 22.9±2.8kg/m2 ) assessed taste, flavor, trigeminal, and mouth-feel intensity of all samples using Rate-All-That-Apply methodology. Food matrix consistency strongly impacted oral burn sensations with solid food matrices (beef burger patties and curried rice) suppressing oral burn intensity compared to liquid food matrices (tomato soup). With increasing oral burn intensity, perceived intensity of beef flavor decreased significantly for beef burger patties. Tomato flavor, sweetness, and sourness intensity decreased significantly with increasing oral burn intensity for tomato soups. Perceived burn intensity of all food matrices and beef flavor intensity of beef burger patties differed between infrequent and frequent chili pepper consumers. We conclude that increasing oral burn intensity by the addition of chili pepper powder led to only small reductions in taste and flavor intensity of tomato soups and to little or no changes in flavor and mouth-feel perception of beef burger patties and curried rice. We suggest that reductions in taste, flavor, and mouth-feel intensity caused by oral burn might be more pronounced in liquid (tomato soup) than solid foods (beef burger patties and curried rice). PRACTICAL APPLICATION: There is a growing public and scientific interest in the development of strategies to increase the sensory appeal of healthy foods and beverages. Incorporation of trigeminal stimuli, such as chili peppers or capsaicin (pungent component of chili peppers), can be a strategy to increase sensory appeal of foods and beverages. Little is known about how trigeminal oral burn and pungency influence taste, flavor, and mouth-feel perception of commercially available foods, although it has been well established that taste, flavor, mouth-feel, and trigeminal sensations contribute to product acceptance. By investigating the sensory impact of oral burn on flavor and mouth-feel perception of foods, this study may help to better understand how trigeminal stimuli can be applied to moderate flavor and mouth-feel perception of foods to optimize sensory appeal.

Analysis of Volatile Flavor Substances in the Enzymatic Hydrolysate of Lanmaoa asiatica Mushroom and Its Maillard Reaction Products Based on E-Nose and GC-IMS.

An electronic nose (E-Nose) and gas chromatography-ion mobility spectrometry (GC-IMS) were used to analyze the volatile flavor compounds (VFCs) of the enzymatic hydrolysate of Lanmaoa asiatica and its Maillard reaction products (MRPs). E-Nose sensors have strong response signals to sulfide, nitrogen oxides, alcohols, and aldehyde ketone, and the aroma profile was increased after the Maillard reaction (MR). According to GC-IMS, A total of 84 known compounds were identified. Aldehydes, ketones and alcohols are the main VFCs. After MR, the concentrations of some alcohols decreased, and the concentration of pyrazines and ketones increased. Principal component analysis (PCA) and similarity analysis showed that the enzymatic hydrolysate and MRPs were different and could be effectively distinguished. In conclusion, this study clarified the changes in VFCs before and after the MR. The results can provide a theoretical basis for the quality control and flavor changes during the processing of Lanmaoa asiatica and provide a new method for flavor analysis of edible mushrooms and their products.

Quality and Flavor Changes of Bonito Back Meat during Steaming

Quality and Flavor Changes of Bonito Back Meat during Steaming

Ultraviolet/visible absorbance trends for beverages under simulated rinse conditions and development of data-driven prediction model

Water use during beverage production requires careful balancing of food safety, product quality, and environmental stewardship. Rinsing between flavor changes is one example where water can be used more efficiently. In this study, ultraviolet/visible (UV/Vis) absorbance properties of 20 beverages were characterized for undiluted product and diluted product (from 2 × to 5000 × dilution) to simulate rinsing. UV/Vis absorbance was a robust measurement and able to detect beverage components in rinse water. UV/Vis absorbance was also a sensitive measurement and able to detect most beverages at dilution levels of 1000 × or greater. UV/Vis absorbance was more sensitive than conductivity for most diluted products, and the sensitivity of UV/Vis absorbance was able to capture odor and taste thresholds for the beverages. A machine learning algorithm was used to develop a model to predict UV/Vis absorbance properties based on product ingredients and dilution. The results of this research suggest the possibility for in-line UV/Vis absorbance sensors to monitor and control rinsing and other processes during beverage production to optimize water use.

Studying Same-Sign Top Pair Production through Top-Higgs FCNC Interactions at the HL-LHC

We investigate the potential of the HL-LHC for discovering new physics effects via the same-sign top pair signatures. We focus on the semileptonic (electron and muon) decay of the top quarks and study the reach for a simplified model approach where top quark flavor changing could occur through a neutral scalar exchange. A relatively smaller background contribution and clean signature are the advantages of the leptonic decay mode of the same-sign W bosons in the same-sign production processes of top quark pairs. Assuming the FCNC between top quark, up-type quark, and scalar boson from the new physics interactions, the branchings could be excluded of the order O 1 0 − 4 . We use angular observables of the same-sign lepton pairs and the top quark kinematics in the process which provide the possibility of separation of new physics signal from the SM backgrounds using machine-learning techniques. We find that the same-sign top quark pair production is quite capable of testing the top-Higgs FCNCs at the HL-LHC.

The Quality and Flavor Changes of Different Soymilk and Milk Mixtures Fermented Products during Storage

This study explored the effects of two mixed fermentation methods: one was fermenting a soymilk and milk mixture by a lactic acid bacteria fermenting agent at 0.1 g/kg and 42 °C until the acidity was 70 °T, which was set as the MFSM method, and the other was fermenting milk alone by lactic acid bacteria at 42 °C for 12 h, placing it in a 4 °C refrigerator after acidification for 24 h and then mixing it with soymilk at a 1.5:1 ratio and storing the mixture at 4 °C, which was set as the SMFSM method. The quality and flavor of the soymilk and milk mixture products were investigated on the 0th, 15th and 30th days during storage. The changes in acidity, pH, number of viable bacteria, viscosity, water-holding capacity, texture, rheological properties, sensory quality and volatile flavors were determined. The results showed that compared with the fermented soymilk and milk mixtures under the MFSM method, the samples of fermented soymilk and milk mixtures under the SMFSM method showed a significant slowdown of acidification during storage, so that the sensory quality of the products was almost unaffected by acidity on the 30th day of storage. Furthermore, the number of viable bacteria was greater than 7 log cfu/mL. The water holding capacity did not change significantly until the 30th day. There was also no whey precipitation, indicating good stability. The samples in SMFSM mode had higher aromatic contents and beans during storage than the fermented soymilk and milk mixtures in MFSM mode. The rich variety of volatile flavors and the presence of acetoin, 2-heptanone, and (E,E)-3,5-octadien-2-one throughout the storage period allowed the samples to maintain a good sensory flavor during storage.

Stir-frying treatment improves the color, flavor, and polyphenol composition of Flos Sophorae Immaturus tea

Low-temperature drying is the mainstream method of Flos Sophorae Immaturus (FSI) tea processing, while the advantages of stir-frying treatment were illustrated in this study. Herein, the reasons for stir-frying treatment improving the main quality indicators of FSI were clarified by measuring the changes in color difference, flavor, and polyphenol composition during the stir-frying process, as well as the xanthine oxidase inhibitory activity. The results showed that the color of FSI became more attractive after stir-frying at appropriate conditions (160–200 °C for 20–40 min). A total of 75 volatile compounds were identified by GC-MS, and the main volatiles were aldehydes (42.8%) and heterocyclic (16.7%) after stir-frying treatment at 200 ℃ for 20 min, which played a considerable role in the flavor of stir-fried FSI. Meanwhile, the main volatiles of stir-fried FSI tea screened out by the Flash GC E-nose were furaneol, 2-pentylfuran, 3-methylheptane, 3-furaldehyde, 2,5-dimethylfuran, etc. Additionally, the quercetin, kaempferol, and isorhamnetin content gradually increased after stir-frying treatment, which improved the xanthine oxidase inhibitory activity of FSI.

Correlations between flavor and glucosinolates and changes in quality-related physiochemical characteristics of Guizhou suancai during the fermentation process

The flavor of Guizhou suancai fermented by the emerging varieties Zhuchang–2 (ZC–2) and Zhuchang Red (ZC Red) is superior to that of ZC–1, a typical local variety of leaf mustard in Guizhou Province, China. Here, changes in phytochemical qualities during the fermentation of three Guizhou suancai were characterized to identify the causes underlying differences in flavor. The content of pigments, antioxidants, gluconapin, gluconasturtiin, and total isothiocyanates, and antioxidant capacity were highest in fresh ZC Red. The content of sinigrin, indolic glucosinolates, and total glucosinolate breakdown products was highest in fresh ZC–2. The content of phytochemicals, with the exception of carotenoids, was significantly decreased after fermentation. Odor was correlated with gluconapin, while taste was correlated with sinigrin. These findings provide detailed insights into the sensory and phytochemical properties of three Guizhou suancai that could facilitate the selection of raw material varieties.

Influence of stir-frying on the lipid stability and flavor substances in oat flour during storage using HS-SPME-GC-MS and electronic nose

AbstractObjectivesWe used stir-fried oat flour as experimental material and raw oat flour as a control to explore the influence of stir-frying on the storage quality of oat flour.Materials and MethodsThe HS-SPME-GC-MS method combined with electronic nose technology was used to understand the lipid stability and analyze the changes in the flavor of the substances during the entire storage period.ResultsIt was observed that during the storage period, stir-fried oat flour contained less water than raw oat flavor. The former was characterized by a lower fatty acid value, lower acid value, and lower linoleic acid content, but higher oleic acid content and palmitic acid content compared to the latter. With the passage of storage time, the palmitic acid content significantly increased, and the linoleic acid content significantly decreased in raw and stir-fried oats flour (P&amp;lt;0.05). The sulfur and methyl contents in the stir-fried oat flour were higher than those in the raw flour, while nitrogen oxide content in the former was lower than that in the latter. Stir-fried oat flour possessed a total of 78 identified flavor substances. The process of stir-frying boosts the oxidation decomposition of unsaturated fatty acids aldehydes and heterocyclic compounds produced by the Maillard reaction, so the flavor substances of stir-fried oat flour are richer.ConclusionsStir-fried oat flour, containing diverse types of flavor substances, experienced more obvious flavor changes throughout the storage period than raw oat flour.

Postharvest H2O2 treatment affects flavor quality, texture quality and ROS metabolism of ‘Hongshi’ kiwifruit fruit kept at ambient conditions

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of 0.5 M hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) on flavor, texture quality and reactive oxygen species (ROS) metabolism in harvested ‘Hongshi’ kiwifruit. Results demonstrated that H2O2 accelerated changes in flavor detected by electronic tongue (e-tongue) and electronic nose (e-nose). In addition, H2O2 treatment promoted fruit softening, as evidenced by an earlier increment in the activities of α-amylase, total amylase, pectin lyase, and pectin methylesterase. There were higher levels of superoxide anion (O2−) and protein carbonylation in H2O2-treated fruit, even though H2O2 prompted the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), and peroxidase (POD) during the initial storage but decreased the activities dramatically during later storage. These results indicate that H2O2 accelerates flavor formation and softening by regulating ROS metabolism in kiwifruit.

Sensory and metabolite migration from tilapia skin to soup during the boiling process: fast and then slow

This study mainly studied sensory and metabolite migration from the skin to the soup in the boiling process of tilapia skin using content analysis, electronic nose technique, electronic tongue technique, and metabolomics technique based on ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry/mass spectrometry and gas chromatography-time-of-flight-mass spectrometry. The content changes, flavor changes, taste changes, metabolite numbers and differential metabolite numbers for both tilapia skin and soup mainly occurred in the initial 30 min. Moreover, the initial 10 min was the key period for the metabolite changes in the boiling process. Further, the differential metabolites in these three periods (0–10, 10–30, and 30–60 min) were identified to show the metabolites migration process. Six (adenine, gingerol, terephthalic acid, vanillin, pentanenitrile, and 2-pyrrolidinonede) and seven (butyramide, lysope(0:0/20:4(5z,8z,11z,14z)), lysope(22:6(4z,7z,10z,13z,16z,19z)/0:0), linoleic acid, N-acetylneuraminic acid, L-threose, and benzoin) chemicals were screened out in the differential metabolites of tilapia skin and soup, respectively, with Variable Importance in the Projection of >1 and p value of <0.05. This work would be beneficial to understand the sensory and metabolite migration in the preparation process of fish soup and provided a metabolomic analysis route to analyze metabolites migration in food.

Changes in odorants and flavor profile of heat-processed beef flavor during storage.

Flavor quality changes of heat-processed beef flavor (HPBF) upon storage are greatly affected by storage conditions. Flavor characterization of HPBF stored for 168 days resulted in 17 key odor-active compounds having flavor dilution factors log3 FD ≥ 3 and odor activity values >1. Based on the concentration changes of these key odorants, a total of 13 HPBF samples were divided into four groups by hierarchical cluster analysis. Combined with flavor profile analysis, the overall flavor of HPBF gradually changed from a characteristic beef aroma to burnt and fermented soybean paste-like notes. Some of the 17 key odorants, such as 2-methyl-3-furanthiol, 2-furfurylthiol, methyl furfuryl disulfide, and difurfuryl disulfide, contributed to the characteristic beef aroma of the freshly prepared product and in the early stage of storage. On the other hand, the odor-active compounds 2-methylbutanal, dimethyl disulfide, dimethyl trisulfide, and 2-ethyl-3,5-dimethylpyrazine were associated with the later stage of storage showing a positive correlation with the intensity of burnt and fermented soybean paste-like notes. A molecular understanding of flavor profile changes of HPBF during storage will provide the basis for developing characteristic beef aroma notes and maintaining the keeping quality of beef products upon storage. PRACTICAL APPLICATION: The relationship between sensory quality and changes in odorant concentration of heat-processed beef flavor during storage will provide the molecular basis for developing high-quality thermal reaction meat flavorings.

Understanding the volatile flavour changes during accelerated shelf-life testing of oats using chemometrics and kinetic modelling

This study investigated volatile flavour changes during accelerated shelf-life testing (ASLT) of oats using chemometrics and kinetic modelling. Oat samples were stored at 15, 25, 35 and 45 °C for up to 42 weeks. Headspace fingerprinting enabled the detection of a wide range of volatiles. Chemometrics was applied to explore the volatile changes and related reaction pathways and identify discriminant compounds. Most volatiles significantly increased as a function of time and could be linked to lipid oxidation and the Maillard reaction. Volatiles, such as hexanal, could be selected as potential ASLT markers for processed oat products. The volatile changes were adequately modelled using an empirical logistic model to estimate reaction rate constant and temperature dependency. Based on the estimated kinetic parameters, the selective ASLT markers could be used as a reference to track volatile changes, control off-flavour generation and improve oat product storage stability.