Yogurt Formulations Research Articles

Encapsulation of Curcumin With Persian Gum and Its Application to the Production of Functional Yogurt: Physicochemical, Antioxidant, Sensory Properties, and Starter Bacteria Survival Study

ABSTRACTThis study aimed to evaluate the ability of Persian gum to encapsulate curcumin and enhance its stability in dairy products. Given the increasing interest in functional foods, this study investigated the incorporation of nanocapsules containing curcumin (CLN) into functional stirred yogurt (CLN‐Y). CLN was prepared with Persian gum (PG) at different levels and included in the yogurt formula (CLN‐Y1%, CLN‐Y2%, and CLN‐Y3%). The physicochemical properties, rheological characteristics, antioxidant activity (AA), survival of starter bacteria, and sensory properties of the yogurt were evaluated over a 21‐day storage period at 4°C. The results showed that CLN significantly improved AA (reduction of 7.31% in the control vs. 1.85% in CLN‐Y3%), viscosity, hardness, and water holding capacity (reduction of 2.27% in control vs. 1.14% in CLN‐Y3%), while reducing syneresis (an increase of 10.87% in control vs. 3.16% in CLN‐Y3%) during storage (p < 0.05). CLN concentration directly affected AA. Although CLN‐Y exhibited a yellowish color and lower light intensity than the control, the samples were well accepted during storage. Increasing CLN levels led to decreased taste, color, and overall acceptance scores, and a 3% concentration is recommended for yogurt formulation due to its potential to improve yogurt quality, provide antioxidant benefits, maintain probiotic viability, and achieve high consumer acceptance during storage.

Innovative probiotic yogurt: Leveraging green banana peel for enhanced quality, functionality, and sensory attributes

Yogurt, a popular dairy product renowned for its nutritional benefits and probiotic content, serves as a functional food with potential health-promoting properties. The objective of this study was to investigate whether incorporating green banana peel polyphenol extract (GBPPE) into yogurt formulations enhances the viability and functionality of probiotics while also potentially improving the overall quality and health-promoting properties of the yogurts. GBPPE was extracted and added to the yogurt formulation at 0.0 %, 0.5 %, 1 %, and 2 %. Various physico-chemical properties of GBPPE as well as a range of physical, biochemical, sensory, and microbial assessments of formulated yogurts were carried out. Compared to the control, yogurt containing GBPPE improves functional characteristics by increasing antioxidant activity while having no detrimental impact on physicochemical and organoleptic properties. In terms of antioxidant capabilities, all fortified yogurts showed significantly (p < 0.05) higher total phenolic, flavonoid contents and antioxidant activities than the control yogurt. The addition of GBPPE also affected (p < 0.05) pH, titratable acidity, viscosity, water-binding capacity, syneresis, and total soluble solids, while no significant differences in the color parameters were detected in both control and all fortified yogurts with reduced brightness (L∗) and increased redness (a∗) of the product. The initial viable counts of all yogurt samples were almost similar, and the maximum and minimum viability loss of probiotics were observed in control and 2 % GBPPE fortified samples, respectively. Sensory assessment revealed that yogurt with 0.5 % banana peel extract outperformed all other treatments except the control. These findings support the sustainable use of GBPPE to create probiotic yogurt with improved physicochemical, microbiological, and sensory qualities.

Incorporation of mixed strawberry and acerola jam into Greek-style goat yogurt with autochthonous adjunct culture of Limosilactobacillus mucosae CNPC007: Impact on technological, nutritional, bioactive, and microbiological properties

This study aimed to assess the impact of adding strawberry and acerola jam, along with Limosilactobacillus mucosae CNPC007, on the technological, nutritional, bioactive, and microbiological properties of Greek-style goat yogurt. Six yogurt formulations were developed: without and with the addition of L. mucosae CNPC007 (CY and PY, respectively), and with 10 % and 15 % jam (CY10, CY15, PY10, and PY15, respectively). The inclusion of jam enriched the yogurt with phenolic compounds and significantly enhanced antioxidant activity, as measured by FRAP and ABTS assays. The highest values were observed after 28 days of storage in the PY15 formulation (0.177 ± 0.01 and 3.43 ± 0.01 µmol TEAC/g, respectively), compared to CY (0.013 ± 0.01 and 0.19 ± 0.01 µmol TEAC/g, respectively) and PY (0.010 ± 0.01 and 0.23 ± 0.01 µmol TEAC/g, respectively). This increase was likely driven by the presence of anthocyanins and flavonoids in the jam, as indicated by heatmap correlation analysis. DPI and EPI were also influenced by the addition of jam and L. mucosae CNPC007, with EPI increasing in the PY10 and PY15 formulations, reaching approximately 40 % after 28 days. The incorporation of jam resulted in a decrease in the L* (<90) and an increase in the b* (>14) color parameters. Additionally, jam-enriched formulations exhibited higher syneresis and lower water retention capacity (WRC) throughout storage compared to control formulations, with average syneresis exceeding 26 % and WRC falling below 75 % after 28 days. In general, all yogurt formulations showed a reduction in lactose, an increase in glucose and galactose, and the production of lactic acid during storage. The lower lactose content observed after 28 days of storage in the PY (0.84 ± 0.01 g/100 g), PY10 (0.82 ± 0.01 g/100 g), and PY15 (0.98 ± 0.01 g/100 g) formulations indicates active sugar metabolism by L. mucosae CNPC007. All formulations met microbiological safety standards, confirming their suitability for consumption. Formulations containing L. mucosae CNPC007 showed viable cell counts exceeding the minimum recommended to produce health benefits (>7 log CFU/g) throughout the 28-day refrigerated storage and after in vitro digestion. These findings underscore the potential of combining tropical fruit jams with probiotics to develop a multifunctional, value-added yogurt product that delivers substantial health benefits to consumers.

Enhancing Yogurt Functionality through Enrichment with Cow and Soy Milk: Production and Quality Evaluation

Yoghurt is a fermented dairy product produced from cow’s milk. Soybeans are abundant, reasonably priced, and high in protein, so there has been some work done to use them to make more pleasant and acceptable food products. Although many people eat cow's milk yoghurt, others who are lactose intolerant or follow a plant-based diet could find it incompatible. However, in comparison to regular yoghurt, soy milk yoghurt does not always live up to customer expectations regarding flavor and texture, even though it is nutritionally sound. The difficult part of making yoghurt is creating a recipe that combines the health advantages of soy milk with the desired sensory attributes of cow milk yoghurt. In the current investigation, soy milk was added to the milk of cows. The final soybean yoghurt was assessed about post-acidification modifications. The primary aim of this research is to improve the nutritional value and functioning of yoghurt by the addition of a blend of soy and cow's milk. In keeping in mind yogurt is made out of cow milk and soy milk. Cow milk is rich in protein, calcium, vitamin D, and Potassium. Soy milk is rich in vitamins A, B, and proteins. The yogurt made out of this may have various health benefits. The study blended cow and soy milk in various proportions to create different yogurt formulations. The treatments were as follows: T1: Soy milk (200 ml) without cow milk, T2: Cow milk (200 ml) without soy milk, T3: [Cow milk (100 ml) + Soy milk (100 ml)], T4: [Cow milk (120 ml) + Soy milk (80 ml)], T5: [Cow milk (80 ml) + Soy milk (120 ml)], T6: [Cow milk (160 ml) + Soy milk (40 ml)], and T7: [Cow milk (40 ml) + Soy milk (160 ml)]. These formulations were tested to achieve a high-quality blended yogurt that is both nutritious and flavorful. Combining soy and cow's milk to enhance yoghurt is a viable way to satisfy the nutritional requirements of a wider range of customers, including those who have lactose intolerances or who choose plant-based diets. According to the study's findings, soy milk-enriched yoghurt is a competitive and enticing product on the market since it maintains the good aspects of regular yoghurt while also offering increased nutritional value. Optimising the ratio of cow to soy milk and gauging long-term customer acceptability are two potential areas for future study.

Formulation and evaluation of pineapple-sweetened yoghurt made from cow milk and soy milk

This study evaluates the formulation and evaluation of pineapple-sweetened yogurt made from cow milk and soy milk. The research investigates how varying proportions of cow milk, soy milk, and pineapple affect the physicochemical properties, microbial load, sensory attributes, and proximate composition of the yogurt. The pH of the samples ranged from 4.15 to 4.39, with the titratable acidity showing significant variations from 0.087 to 0.095. Total plate count (TPC) revealed a higher microbial load of 1.951x105 CFU/ml in 100% cow milk yogurts sweetened with 10% pineapple. Sensory evaluation highlighted that the addition of pineapple significantly enhanced the color, taste, and overall acceptability of the samples, particularly in samples with higher cow milk content. The MP sample with 50% cow milk, 50% soy milk, and 10% pineapple scored highest in taste with 8.22, while the CP sample of 100% cow milk and 10% pineapple was most preferred overall at 8.05. Proximate analysis revealed that soy milk and pineapple reduced moisture and fat content while varying ash content. Crude protein ranged from 3.09 to 3.96%. This research identifies that adding pineapple enhanced the sensory qualities of the yogurt samples, thereby supporting the use of soy milk and natural sweeteners like pineapple in yogurt production.

Pinhão potential and their parts (failures, shells, and almonds) in the elaboration of yogurts containing acai pulp: physicochemical, nutritional, and functional properties, antimicrobial activity, and multi-elemental profile

This study applies natural resources, prioritizing recyclable and renewable inputs produced by pinhão cultivation, whose purpose is to use the failures, shells, and almonds as a source of bioactive compounds addition in yogurt, ensuring intelligent use of these natural resources. Thus, one açaí yogurt sample and eight yogurt formulations containing portions of pinhão byproducts between 5 % and 10 % were elaborated. These formulations were compared regarding their physicochemical, nutritional, functional properties, antimicrobial activity, and multi-elemental profile properties. Enriching açaí yogurt with pinhão byproducts does not significantly differ in protein, lipid, moisture, and mineral salt content between all samples with pinhão byproducts. Açaí yogurts enriched with pinhão byproducts had 5.71 to 26.07 % times total protein than the control sample, and total fiber also had a significant increase in samples ranging between 18.62 to 85.29 % times more than the control sample. Regarding color settings, all yogurt samples tended to be red–purple. A sample of açaí yogurt with pine nut flour and whole pine nut flour caused a biofilm mass amount of 46.58, 45.55, and 11.85 % for Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella enteritidis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The behavior of pathogenic bacteria is related to the total polyphenol content in yogurts enriched with pinhão byproducts, which increased from 8.27 to 18.24 mg/100 g. Yogurt with açaí enriched with whole pinhão flour showed high antioxidant capacity. The sample’s antioxidant activity results increased by 47.62 % and 130.38 % in the ABTS and DPPH analyses, respectively. The compounds in pinhão failure nanosuspensions, pinhão flour, whole pinhão flour, and yogurts were identified and divided into hydrophilic and lipophilic classes. Five classes (amino acids, organic acids, sugars, phenols, and cyclitols) were identified as hydrophilic. Lipophilic compounds were identified and separated into six classes (carboxylic acids, diterpenes, alcohols, Α-hydroxy acids, sterols, and triterpenes). The addition of pinhão byproducts increased the contents of Ca, Fe, K, Na, and P. Açaí yogurt with pinhão nanosuspension, pinhão flour, and whole pinhão flour had the highest Ca content (2164.38 ± 2.16 µg/L). Açaí yogurt with pinhão flour and whole pinhão flour had the highest Fe content (84.02 ± 0.08 µg/L).

Optimised Formulation of a New Sweet Apricot Kernel-Enriched Yoghurt: Assessment of Physicochemical, Sensory and Antioxidant Properties.

The addition of sweet apricot kernel powder, a by-product of apricot processing, to yoghurt appears to be particularly interesting option for the innovation of new food products. This study focuses on the formulation of a novel yoghurt enriched with sweet apricot kernel powder, sugar and milk powder. Different yoghurts were prepared by mixing sweet apricot kernel powder, sugar and milk powder as ingredients based on the simplex-centroid mixture design. The optimisation process took into account the physicochemical, antioxidant and sensory properties of the yoghurt. The results showed that the optimum values of sugar, milk powder and apricot kernel powder were 3.07, 2.16 and 2.77 %, respectively. The physicochemical assays showed that the addition of apricot kernel powder led to a significant increase in total phenolic content, antioxidant activity, syneresis, viscosity and acidity. The addition of sugar and milk powder also had a significant effect on the taste, texture and consistency of the yoghurt. Moreover, the enrichment of the product with apricot kernel powder significantly influenced the colour, odour, taste, texture and consistency. In conclusion, the optimised yoghurt enriched with apricot kernel had an interesting phenolic content and antioxidant properties with sensory acceptability, while reducing the amount of sugar and milk powder. This confirms the potential of using sweet apricot kernels as an ingredient in yoghurt production. The use of a simplex-centroid mixture design to optimise a new yoghurt formulation enriched with sweet apricot kernels shows significant improvements in total phenolic content, antioxidant activity and sensory acceptability. In addition, less sugar and milk powder is needed. The addition of sweet apricot kernels to yoghurt is therefore a new approach to improving its nutritional value and sensory appeal.

Okara Yogurt Formulation as Functional Food to Prevent Stunting

Okara is the waste produced during soybean tofu production. To reduce okara waste, it is converted into functional food. Okara yogurt is formulated as a functional food to prevent stunting. The problem in this study is how the okara yogurt formulation can produce protein levels, fat levels, carbohydrate levels, water levels, ash levels, and acidity for the nutritional fulfilment of stunting, how the lactic acid bacterial population in okara yoghurt, and how organoleptic testing of okara yogurt products. This study uses RAL with 6 treatments and 3 repetitions. The data was analyzed statistically using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and continued with the tukey test. Organoleptic tests on selected formulas are Y5 color with value (3.47), Y3 texture with value (3.50), Y3 aroma with value (3.50), Y3 taste with value (3.67) and Y5 liking with value (3.67) per 100 grams. In making okara yogurt, it is recommended to use the selected formula, namely Y3

Microencapsulation of flaxseed oil in pea protein-gum arabic complex coacervates delays lipid digestion in liquid yoghurt

Flaxseed oil coacervates were produced by complex coacervation using soluble pea protein and gum arabic as shell materials, followed by either spray or electrostatic spray drying and their incorporation to yoghurt. Three yoghurt formulations were prepared: yoghurt with spray-dried microcapsules (Y-SD); with electrospray-dried microcapsules (Y-ES); with the encapsulation ingredients added in free form (Y). The standardised semi-dynamicin vitrodigestion method (INFOGEST) was employed to study the food digestion. The structure was analysed by confocal laser scanning microscopy and particle size distribution. Protein and lipid digestion were monitored by cumulated protein/free NH2 release and cumulated free fatty acids release, respectively. Stable microcapsules were observed during gastric digestion, but there was no significant difference in protein release/hydrolysis among samples until 55 min of gastric digestion. Formulation Y showed less protein release after 74 min (40.46 %) due to the free SPP being available and positively charged at pH 2–4, resulting in interactions with other constituents of the yoghurt, which delayed its release/hydrolysis. The total release of protein and free NH2 by the end of intestinal digestions ranged between 46.56–61.15 % and 0.83–1.57 µmol/g protein, respectively. A higher release of free fatty acids from formulation Y occurred at the end of intestinal digestion, implying that coacervates promoted the delayed release of encapsulated oil. In summary, incorporating protein–polysaccharides-based coacervates in yoghurt enabled the delay of the digestion of encapsulated lipids but accelerated the digestion of protein, suggesting a promising approach for various food applications.

Probiotic Yogurt Supplemented with Lactococcus lactis R7 and Red Guava Extract: Bioaccessibility of Phenolic Compounds and Influence in Antioxidant Activity and Action of Alpha-amylase and Alpha-glucosidase Enzymes.

The industry has increasingly explored the development of foods with functional properties, where supplementation with probiotics and bioactive compounds has gained prominence. In this context, the study aimed to evaluate the influence of in vitro biological digestion on the content of phenolic compounds, antioxidant activity, and inhibition of α-amylase and α-glucosidase activities of probiotic yogurt supplemented with the lactic acid bacteria Lactococcus lactis R7 and red guava extract (Psidium cattleianum). A yogurt containing L. lactis R7 (0.1%) and red guava extract (4%) was characterized for the content of phenolic compounds, antioxidant activity, and potential for inhibition of digestive enzymes after a simulated in vitro digestion process. After digestion, the caffeic and hydroxybenzoic acids remained, and sinapic acid only in the last digestive phase. Antioxidant activity decreased during digestion by 28.93, 53.60, and 27.97% for DPPH, nitric oxide and hydroxyl radicals, respectively, and the inhibition of the α-amylase enzyme decreased only 4.01% after the digestion process. α-glucosidase was more efficient in intestinal digestion, demonstrating an increase of almost 50% in probiotic yogurt with red guava extract before digestion. Possibly, the phenolics change their conformation during digestion, generating new compounds, reducing antioxidant activity, and increasing the inhibitory activity of α-glucosidase digestive enzymes. It was concluded that the probiotic yogurt formulation supplemented with red guava extract could interfere with the concentration of phenolic compounds and the formation of new compounds, suggesting a positive and effective inhibition of the digestive enzymes, even after the digestive process.

Biotechnology for the development of a functional fermented milk product using vegetable raw materials

This article discusses the possibility of using flour from pomegranate waste and persimmon waste as a biologically active additive in yogurt formulations. To assess the effect of the additive used, the dynamics of titrated acidity during sample storage was studied, and dynamic viscosity was considered. Since the main indicators of product quality for the consumer are its organoleptic properties, the taste, smell, color and consistency of the developed samples of low-fat yogurt were evaluated. It was determined that in the formulation of low-fat yogurt, the optimal use of flour from pomegranate waste in an amount of 2.0%. The introduction of a fruit additive from persimmon flour into the prototypes was 1, 3, 6, 9% by weight. The results of the degree of syneresis and viscosity indicate a positive effect of the additive on the formation of a milk clot. In low-fat yogurt without the addition of flour from pomegranate waste, the texture of the milk clot was not oily, loose and less viscous, and with an increase in the mass of the added additive, the smell and taste became more pronounced, the color of the yogurt turned pink. Studies show that adding persimmons to yogurt can increase the content of antioxidants, in particular lycopene, which exhibits the strongest antioxidant properties among carotenoids, vitamins and minerals. The nutrients contained in persimmons, combined with probiotics from yogurt, can have beneficial effects on digestion, strengthen the immune system and promote overall health.

Avaliação da segurança pré-clínica de um iogurte probiótico feito com polpa de tumbo (Passiflora tripartita Kunth)

Abstract A probiotic yogurt made from the pulp of the tumbo fruit (Passiflora tripartita Kunth) possesses antioxidant capacity, physicochemical and microbiological quality and stability; however, it needs to be safe for later studies of clinical functionality. The present study would be considered as a precursor to the preclinical safety evaluation of a functional food by in vivo toxicological testing. The study aimed to evaluate the preclinical safety of yogurt made from the pulp of the tumbo fruit (P. tripartita). The toxicological studies proposed were based on the OECD 423:2001 standard on Acute Oral Toxicity, performing the peroral administration of the probiotic yogurt at a dose of 2000 mg/kg one-time in a group of randomized male rats, for its evaluation during 14 days compared to a control group; and on the OECD 407: 2008 on Repeated Dose Oral Toxicity, a daily dose of 2000 mg/kg of the yogurt was administered for 28 days in male rats, considering the evaluation of their clinical, hematological and biochemical parameters, to determine any possible toxic effect produced by the probiotic formulation. The results showed that in both toxicological studies, no adverse alterations were detected in their clinical signs, relative organ weights and hematological and biochemical profiles. In addition, a possible improvement in the immunological status, liver function and hematological profile was evidenced as a finding. In conclusion, it was possible to establish knowledge on the preclinical safety of the formulation of a probiotic yogurt made with tumbo fruit pulp, obtaining a NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) value higher than 2000 mg/kg body weight in male rats.

Assessment of the Physicochemical, Antioxidant, Microbial, and Sensory Attributes of Yogurt-Style Products Enriched with Probiotic-Fermented Aronia melanocarpa Berry Juice.

The aim() of this study was to create() various formulations of yogurt enriched with freeze()-dried adjuncts, namely() (i) probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum ATCC 14917 culture(), and (ii) L. plantarum ATCC 14917 fermented black chokeberry juice, along with a commercial() starter culture(). The goal was to enhance() functionality and optimize the nutritional() value() of the products. These new yogurt-style() formulations were subsequently() compared with commercially produced yogurt. All products demonstrated() favorable() physicochemical properties, and the probiotic strain() consistently() maintained viable() levels exceeding 7 log() cfu/g throughout() the entire() storage() period(). The fermented milk produced with the adjunct-free L. plantarum cells, as well as the yogurt produced with the proposed() lactobacilli-fermented chokeberry juice, exhibited the highest lactic acid() production() (1.44 g/100 g yogurt by the end of storage()). Levels of syneresis were observed at lower() values() in yogurt produced with freeze()-dried fermented chokeberry juice. Yogurts prepared() with the lactobacilli-fermented freeze()-dried chokeberry juice displayed elevated total() phenolic content() and antioxidant capacity() (25.74 µg GAE/g and 69.05 µmol TE/100 g, respectively()). Furthermore, sensory tests revealed a distinctive() fruity flavor() in samples incorporating fermented juice. The results demonstrate() that probiotic L. plantarum-fermented chokeberry juice enhances() both the antioxidant capacity() and the viability of beneficial() bacteria() in yogurt while it can be readily() applied and commercialized, especially in the form of a freeze()-dried formulation.

Fortification of Yogurt with Red Dragon Fruit’s (Hylocereus Polyrhizus) Peel Powder: Effects on Comprehensive Quality Attributes and Sensory Properties

This study was conducted to evaluate the quality features, antioxidant capabilities, microbiological and sensory aspects of yogurt fortified with 2%, 5%, and 7% red dragon (RD) peel powder. The yogurt was formulated using the classical technology adapted to laboratory conditions. The results of the physicochemical properties showed significant differences in pH (4.73–4.36), acidity (0.18–0.16 g lactic acid/100 g), and ascorbic acid (1.17-1.34 mg/100 g) among different yogurt formulations (P&lt;0.05). In addition, RD peel powder fortification showed increasing trends in crude fiber (1.53-3.34 g/100 g), ash (5.19-5.29 g/100 g), and moisture (76.70-80.19 g/100 g) content, respectively; while the reversed trend was observed for fat (3.48-2.36 g/100 g), and crude protein (4.49-4.07 g/100 g) contents, respectively. Furthermore, gradual progression of RD peel powder in fortified yogurt manifested an improvement of the overall antioxidant activity (1.30-1.57 µmol TE/mL). The analyses of the sensory properties demonstrated that yogurt with RD peel powder in proportions of 2% received the highest hedonic score for consumer approval. Moreover, no coliform was reported in any of the control and fortified yogurts. Therefore, it could be concluded that RD peel powder can be employed as a functional food constituent in yogurt with improved quality attributes and sensory properties compared to plain yogurt.

Polysaccharides from Brasenia schreberi with Great Antioxidant Ability and the Potential Application in Yogurt.

Brasenia schreberi is a widely consumed aquatic plant, yet the knowledge regarding its bioactive components, particularly polysaccharides, remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to optimize the extraction process of polysaccharides from B. schreberi using the response surface method (RSM). Additionally, we characterized the polysaccharides using various methods and assessed their antioxidant capabilities both in vitro and in vivo, employing cell cultures and Caenorhabditis elegans. Furthermore, these polysaccharides were incorporated into a unique yogurt formulation. Our findings demonstrated that hot water extraction was the most suitable method for extracting polysaccharides from B. schreberi, yielding samples with high sugar content, significant antioxidant capacity, and a well-defined spatial structure. Moreover, pectinase was employed for polysaccharide digestion, achieving an enzymolysis rate of 10.02% under optimized conditions using RSM. Notably, the results indicated that these polysaccharides could protect cells from oxidative stress by reducing apoptosis. Surprisingly, at a concentration of 250 μg/mL, the polysaccharides significantly increased the survival rate of C. elegans from 31.05% to 82.3%. Further qPCR results revealed that the polysaccharides protected C. elegans by up-regulating the daf-16 gene and down-regulating mTOR and insulin pathways, demonstrating remarkable antioxidant abilities. Upon addition to the yogurt, the polysaccharides significantly enhanced the water retention, viscosity, and viability of lactic acid bacteria. These outcomes underscore the potential of polysaccharides from B. schreberi as a valuable addition to novel yogurt formulations, thereby providing additional theoretical support for the utilization of B. schreberi.

A Clean-Label Formulation of Fortified Yogurt Based on Rhododendron Flower Powder as a Functional Ingredient.

The world-wide-dispersed Rhododendron is a tiny, evergreen plant with vivid red or pale pink blossoms that is a member of the Ericaceae family and is well-known for its stunning flowers. To improve yogurt's nutritional profile and sensory qualities, this study investigates an innovative application of Rhododendron flower powder (RFP). The potential health benefits of Rhododendron flowers, which are a rich source of bioactive compounds such as polyphenols and antioxidants, have attracted attention. Consequently, the physicochemical, phytochemical, and sensory qualities of fortifying yogurt with RFP at various concentrations were studied. The results showed that the texture and color of the yogurt were highly influenced by the addition of RFP. The addition of this functional ingredient also resulted in a significant increase in the yogurt's polyphenol content and antioxidant capacity. These findings demonstrate the suitability of RFP in yogurt formulations as a functional food ingredient, being a good source of phenolics.

Application of natural and modified additives in yogurt formulation: types, production, and rheological and nutraceutical benefits.

Yogurt, a popular fermented dairy product, is of different types and known for its nutritional and nutraceutical benefits. However, incorporating additives into yogurt has been adopted to improve its functionality and nutraceutical properties. Additives incorporated in yogurt may be natural or modified. The incorporation of diverse natural additives in yogurt formulation, such as moringa, date palm, grape seeds and argel leaf extracts, cornelian cherry paste, mulberry fruit and leaf powder, lentil flour, different types of fibers, lemongrass and spearmint essential oils, and honey, has been reported. Similarly, modified additives, such as β-glucan, pectin, inulin, sodium alginate, and gelatin, are also added to enhance the physicochemical, textural, sensory, and rheological properties of yogurt. Although additives are traditionally added for their technological impact on the yogurt, studies have shown that they influence the nutritional and nutraceutical properties of yogurt, when added. Hence, yogurts enriched with functional additives, especially natural additives, have been reported to possess an improved nutritional quality and impart several health benefits to consumers. These benefits include reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, osteoporosis, oxidative stress, and hyperglycemia. This current review highlights the common types of yogurt, the production process, and the rheological and nutraceutical benefits of incorporating natural and modified additives into yogurt.

QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF PRODUCTION OF YOHURT FROM SOYABEANS, TIGER NUT, AND DATE

Yogurt, is also known as yoghurt, is one of the most known popularly fermented dairy products in the world, with a wide range of health benefits in addition to basic nutrition and was believed to have therapeutic powers and give long life to those who consumed it. This study aimed to evaluating the quality and suitability of production of yoghurt using blended tiger nut milk, soybeans milk and date milk. Proximate and microbial analysis was used to determine nutrient composition and quality of the produced yogurt. The study shows the mean scores ranges of proximate composition (moisture, ash, protein, fat, crude fibre and carbohydrate) of the formulated yoghurt: 75.83±1.44, 70.16±0.28, 81.00±1.73, 80.00±0.00, 0.61±0.02 – 0.76±0.02, 5.40±0.17 – 7.43±0.05, 5.33±0.03 – 6.40±0.00, 0.04±0.00 – 0.12±0.00. and for carbohydrate content, the mean score ranged from 4.27 ±1.81 – 17.16 ±0.54. The bacterial total plate count of the sample ranged from 1.6x102 – 9.7x103 cfu/ml. Sample A (1.3x102) had lowest growth while sample D (9.7x103) had highest growth. For appearance, the mean score ranged from 6.00±2.22 – 8.25±0.63, also for aroma, the mean score ranged from 6.45±2.41 – 7.50±0.94 and for overall acceptability, the mean score ranged from 6.40±2.37 – 8.00±0.64. This study revealed that soy milk, tiger nut milk and date palm juice produced can be effectively used for acceptable yogurt formulations..

Обогащение молочной продукции недостающими в рационе россиян пищевыми веществами

The aim of the study is to analyze modern approaches to the enrichment of dairy products with missing nutrients in the diet — a complex of micronutrients and dietary fiber. Based on the presence of multiple micronutrient deficiencies in the population and taking into account the relationship of micronutrients in the organism, the most popular and effective is the enrichment of dairy products with a complex of vitamins and minerals in the form of multicomponent premixes. In recent years, β-glucans from various origins and apple pomace have been increasingly used as a source of dietary fiber. Cereal β-glucans have technological and biological properties. The dose of β-glucans for fermented milk products is in the range of 0,1–0,5 %, for cheeses and cheese-like products — 0,2–1,4 %, for ice cream and frozen desserts — 0,5–2,0 %. The advantage of apple pomace is the simultaneous high content of dietary fiber and antioxidant compounds. The introduction of dry pomace powder into the formulation of yogurt and fermented milk products at a dose of up to 3 % provides an improvement in technological parameters, an increase in syneresis and antioxidant properties of the product.

Fatty acid profile of Greek yogurt with colostrum addition

The nutraceutical properties of colostrum have stimulated interest in its use in the production of functional foods and supplements that benefit human health. This study investigated the fatty acid profile of Greek yogurt formulations added with bovine colostrum. Four formulations of Greek yogurt were developed with different colostrum levels: 0, 10, 20, and 30%. Next, fat extraction and esterification were performed to determine the fatty acid profile. Then, the concentrations of fatty acid methyl esters were determined by gas chromatography. No effect was observed for the C14:0, C16:0, and C18:0 concentrations with the addition of colostrum. Although the C18:1c9, C18:2n6, C18:3n3, and C20:4n6 concentrations were not affected by colostrum, the C16:1c9, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and n-6 fatty acid contents increased, without changes in the n-6 to n-3 ratio. C18:1t9 was the only monounsaturated fatty acid that differed among formulations and it increased with colostrum addition. There was no effect of the colostrum increase on the total saturated, unsaturated, and monounsaturated fatty acid concentrations. The bovine colostrum used as an ingredient in Greek yogurt showed slight changes in the fatty acid profile. The use of colostrum is an alternative to reduce costs and maintain health benefits.