The purpose of this study was to investigate nutritional and functional ingredients and antioxidant activity after fermenting rice bran using Lactobacillus brevis for 24, 36, and 48 hours. The results of the analysis of the nutritional ingredients revealed that there was no significant difference in the carbohydrate, crude protein, crude fat and ash content regardless of the fermentation process and fermentation time. The amount of dietary fiber was significantly different between the unfermented and fermented rice bran and was observed to be the highest after a 48-hour fermentation. The -oryzanol, gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and total phenolic contents were significantly higher in the fermented rice bran compared to the unfermented rice bran (p<0.05) and the GABA and total phenolic contents increased significantly as the fermentation time increased (p<0.05). The 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), 2,2'-azino-bis-3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6- sulfonic acid (ABTS), superoxide and hydroxyl radical scavenging activities used to measure antioxidant effects significantly increased as the fermentation time increased (p<0.05). From these results, it was confirmed that the antioxidant effect and functional components, namely -oryzanol, GABA, and the total phenolic content of rice bran improved with fermentation. Based on these results, fermented rice bran could be presented as a functional material for use in high value-added industries.

The objective of this study was to investigate the distribution of functional compounds in perilla leaves of various genetic resources and their antioxidant activities. A comprehensive analysis of functional compounds was conducted for 90 genetic resources, focusing on total polyphenol content (TPC), total flavonoid content (TFC), individual phenolic content (IPC), and lutein. Their antioxidant activities were then analyzed based on their radical scavenging capacity using ABTS (2,2’-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) and DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl). The TPC content exhibited a range of 13.19 to 35.85 mg gallic acid equivalent/g, whereas the TFC content varied from 11.74 to 46.51 mg catechin equivalent/g. Total IPC was detected in a range of 6,310.98 to 40,491.82 μg/g. Lutein was detected at levels between 70.97 and 597.97 μg/g. ABTS and DPPH radical scavenging activities of perilla leaves ranged from 30.39 to 58.58 mg trolox equivalent (TE)/g and from 7.74 to 46.56 mg TE/g, respectively. Furthermore, correlation analysis demonstrated that rosmarinic acid, a phenolic acid, exhibited a significantly positive correlation with antioxidant activity. These findings suggest that various genetic resource of perilla leaves could effectively mediate antioxidant capacity. Results of this study provide valuable information for use of perilla leaves in Korea as functional food materials.

This study analyzed the chemical characteristics and physiological activity of five kinds of fresh vegetables produced in trees in early spring and tried to use them as basic data for wild vegetable producers and processed food manufacturers using wild vegetables. The crude protein, minerals, ascorbic acid, folate, total phenol, total flavonoid, DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) radical scavenging activity and ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme) inhibitory activity were determined. Five spring wild vegetables contain high protein and phosphorus, indicating that they are useful food ingredients as sources of protein and phosphorus. Vitamin C content was high in R. venicifera and C. sinensis shoots, and in particular, R. venicifera and A. cortex shoots have high folic acid (folate) contents of 1,903.91 ug% and 1,525.35 ug%, respectively, which is considered a good food for folic acid intake in spring. The total phenol content was between 0.52% and 1.27%, and it was the highest in C. sinensis of 1.27%, followed by the order of R. venicifera, A.cortex, K.pictus, and A. elata, which tended to be consistent with the total flavonoid content. As for DPPH radical scavenging ability, C. sinensis (55.93%) showed the highest activity, and ACE inhibitory activity showed the highest activity in A. cortex (88.04%).

This study selected the optimal conditions for enzyme treatment that can promote the extraction of functional components from Salvia plebeia (SP) and confirmed solubilization characteristics, functional component contents, and applicability evaluation in pilot-scale, antioxidative, and anti-inflammatory activity. The optimal conditions of pectinase, 1%, and 2 h (P) were determined through the enzyme treatment of SP. The water-soluble index and total polyphenol content were the highest in P compared to 100oC reflux condition for 2 h (CON). Component analysis performed using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry revealed that flavonoid contents were increased 6.6-9.5 times in the P compared to CON. There was no difference in component content when comparing the measurement lab-scale and pilot scale. CON and P indicated cytoprotective effect against H2O2-induced RAW 264.7 cells. CON and P pre-treatment also reduced the production of nitric oxide and proinflammatory cytokines in LPS-induced RAW 264.7 cells. Furthermore, P showed higher antioxidant and anti-inflammation activities than CON. These results suggested that P has a higher concentration of bioactive compounds through enzyme treatment than that obtained from CON. Thus, it can be used as a primary material for industrial utilization, such as developing functional food materials using SP.

This study aimed to evaluate the germination characteristics, -glucan and antioxidant contents, and antioxidant activity of naked oat according to germination temperature (20, 25, and 30oC) and time (24, 48, and 72 h). Sprout length was highest at 25oC, and the rotten degree was increased as the germination temperature and time increased. The -glucan content of naked oat increased after 24 h of germination at all temperatures and then decreased by 72 h of germination. Total polyphenol content, flavonoid content, and antioxidant activity increased as the germination temperature and time increased.

This study was conducted to determine the proximate compositions, nutritional components, and antioxidant effects of white and brown enoki mushrooms (Flammulina velutipes). The crude protein and carbohydrate contents were higher in the brown than white mushrooms, whereas the moisture, crude ash, crude lipid, and dietary fiber levels were lower. The mineral contents of the white mushroom was higher than levels obtained in the brown mushroom for the detected components (Ca, Cu, K, Mn, Na, and P). The amount of vitamin B3 in the brown mushroom was 1.51 mg/100 g, which was 4.5 times higher than that in the white mushroom. The major fatty acids detected were palmitic acid, linoleic acid, and α-linolenic acid. The total polyphenol and flavonoid contents were highest in 70% ethanol extracts of the white and brown mushrooms, respectively. For the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging activity, a 70% methanol extract of the white enoki mushrooms showed an activity of 76.4% (p<0.05). For the ferric-reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) activity, a 70% methanol extract of the brown enoki mushrooms showed the highest value. Further, the total flavonoid contents were significantly correlated with the DPPH and FRAP activities.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the changes in the content of functional components and the antioxidant activity of cooked rice and porridge composed of selected grains. The results of the study showed that brown rice and oat contained considerable amounts of γ-oryzanol (78.099~238.566 mg/100 g). However, cooked rice showed a decreased content of the same. The highest content of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) was observed in brown rice from Samgwang. The contents of biotin in all samples also decreased in cooked rice compared to raw cereal grains. The highest content of total polyphenols and flavonoids were observed in Heukjinmi rice, and the highest radical scavenging activity was also found in this variety. The cooking process led to a decrease in the content of functional components including γ-oryzanol, GABA, biotin, polyphenols, and flavonoids versus the corresponding raw cereal grains. These results may be useful in the development and application of home meal replacements using cereal grains.

삼채는 Allium 속 식물로써, 항산화, 항염 및 항균 등에 대한 선행연구가 실시되어왔지만, 정유 추출로써의 연구는 미비한 실정이다. 그에 본 연구는 삼채 잎, 뿌리, 통 부위에 대한 정유 추출에 따른 GC-MSD, 삼채잎의 세포독성, 항산화, 항염을 확인하여 화장품 소재로서의 가능성을 확인하였다. 삼채잎, 뿌리, 통부위의 정유추출 수율은 0.01, 0.02, 0.01%로 확인되었고, GC-MSD 향기성분을 분석한 결과 삼채잎 정유의 주요 성분은 Diallyl trisulfide(34.02%)와 Methyl allyl trisulfide(25.14%)으로 나타났다. 세포 독성이 확인되지 않은 10%의 농도에서 NO 생성 39.69%억제, DPPH 라디칼 소거활성 88.26%를 보였다. 이를 통하여 삼채 잎 정유는 화장품 및 식품 산업분야에서 항산화 및 항염 효능이 있는 원료로서 유용하게 활용 가능성을 제시한다.

식용곤충인 갈색거저리 유충을 기능성 소재로 활용하기 위하여 갈색거저리 유충 추출물의 산화방지 성분 및 활성을 확인하였다. 동결건조한 갈색거저리 유충 분말의 일반 성분은 수분함량 0.80 ± 0.06%, 조회분 3.29 ± 0.03%, 조단백질 54.07 ± 0.24%, 조지방 36.78 ± 0.66%이었다. 갈색 거저리 유충 분말의 ethanol 농도별(95%, 70%, 50%, 물) 추출물의 총 phenolic compounds 함량은 50% ethanol 추출물에서 459.23 ± 1.05 mg/100 g으로 가장 높았으며, 총 flavonoid compounds 함량은 물 추출물에서 19.86 ± 0.69 mg/100 g으로 가장 높았다. 갈색거저리 유충 분말 추출물의 DPPH radical 소거 활성은 70% ethanol 추출물에서 82.60 ± 0.00%로 가장 높았으며, 물, 50% ethanol, 95% ethanol 추출물 순으로 높았다. ABTS radical 소거 활성은 50% ethanol 및 물 추출물에서 각각 97.57 ± 0.16%와 95.33 ± 0.41%로 높게 나타났으며, 유의적 차이는 없었다. 환원력의 경우 물 추출물에서 유의적으로 가장 높았으며, 50% ethanol, 70% ethanol, 95% ethanol 추출물 순이었다. 본 연구결과 갈색거저리 유충의 산화방지 성분의 함량이 많고 산화방지 활성을 우수함을 확인하였으며, 기능성 소재로서 활용할 가치가 있는 것으로 나타났다.

The purpose of this study was to demonstrate the quality characteristics of Brassica juncea cultivated in Jeongseon (BJJ), South Korea. We analyzed the nutritional components and antioxidant activity of BJJ. As a result of the free sugar analysis, the contents of glucose and fructose in BJJ were 0.29±0.02 g/100 g and 0.10±0.00 g/100 g, respectively. The major fatty acids were palmitic acid, octadecenoic acid and stearic acid. The palmitic acid was the highest at 31.22% of all fatty acids. The major minerals were identified as Ca, P, K, Mg and Na. The contents of vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin C and vitamin E in BJJ were 0.02±0.00 mg/100 g, 0.087±0.01 mg/100 g, 0.02±0.00 mg/100 g, 0.56±0.06 mg/100 g and 0.20±0.03 mg α-TE/100 g, respectively. As a result of the free amino acid analysis, total amino acid contents in BJJ were 2,801.21±115.38 mg/100 g. L-proline content was the highest (744.30±119.06 mg/100 g) in BJJ. BJJ extract inhibits reactive oxygen species production in 3T3-L1 adipocytes. Also, BJJ extract exhibits a protective effect on oxidative stress in H2O2-induced human dermal fibroblast. These results indicate that BJJ comprises various valuable nutrients which can be used as functional food ingredients.

This study examines the changes in chlorogenic acid (CGA), an antioxidant, and one of its decomposition substances, caffeic acid, at various roasting stages and extraction conditions. Based on the CGA content for each roasting stage, at 3℃ after the beginning of the 1st crack, the CGA decreased for washed beans and natural beans by more than 50% compared to that of green coffees. The CGA continued to decrease sharply by more than 75% at the end of the 1st crack for washed beans and at 5℃ after the end of the 1st crack for natural beans. At the peak of the 2nd crack, it had decreased by more than 90% for both beans. The Caffeic acid content gradually increased for both washed and natural beans, then rapidly increased from the beginning of the 2nd crack to the peak of the 2nd crack. However, its contents were very small in quantity. Additionally, the content of CGAs for differing extraction conditions were in the order of 3-CGA, Crypto-CGA, and Neo-CGA. Crypto-CGA content was about half that of 3-CGA and Neo-CGA content was approximately 100 ppm less than that of Crypto-CGA. This study was conducted in order to help make coffee that has the most antioxidant effect.

본 연구는 색소 1호 포엽과 속대 추출물의 영양성분을 분석하고 항산화 및 항당뇨 활성을 검정하여 향후 기능성 식품으로서의 활용을 위한 기초자료로 제공하고자 수행되었다. 색소 1호 포엽과 속대 추출물의 일반성분 분석결과, 수분, 조회분, 조지방, 조단백질은 각각 6.90%, 7.31%, 0.52%, 7.07%이었다. 색소 1호 포엽 및 속대 혼합추출물의 지방산은 palmitic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, linolenic acid인 것으로 나타났으며 불포화 지방산의 비율은 83.33%이었다. 색소 1호 포엽 및 속대 혼합추출물의 구성 아미노산 함량을 분석한 결과 glutamic acid, aspartic acid 등을 포함한 총 17종의 아미노산이 검출되었으며 이중 glutamic acid의 함량이 736.08 mg / 100 g으로 가장 높았다. 색소 1호 포엽 및 속대 추출물의 DPPH 및 ABTS radical 소거활성은 각각 95.62% (1,000 μg/mL), 92.00% (10,000 μg/mL)이었으며 총 폴리페놀 및 플라보노이드 함량은 각각 99.87 mg/g, 25.02 mg/g이었다. 색소 1호 포엽 및 속대 추출물의 α-amylase 및 α-glucosidase 저해활성은 추출물 10 mg/mL의 처리농도에서 각각 95.86%, 76.92% 인 것으로 나타났다.

본 연구는 국내산 버찌가 수입산인 아로니아와 마키베리의 일반성분과 항산화 활성에 차이가 있는지 비교함으로써 새로운 식품소재 개발에 도움을 주고자 본 연구를 실시하였다. 버찌는 수분이 6.71%, 조단백질이 4.61% 및 조회분이 5.33%로 나타나 아로니아와 마키베리보다 높은 함량을 보였으며, 조지방 함량의 경우 버찌는 1.46%로 가장 낮은 함량을 보였다. 또한, 100 g당 철의 함량은 버찌에서 0.96 mg으로 다른 베리류에 비해 유의하게 높았다. 총 플라보노이드의 함량은 탈 이온수 추출물의 경우 아로니아와 마키베리에 비해 버찌에 2.07 QE mg/g으로 가장 높았으며, 버찌의 FRAP 환원력(156.50 TEAC μmol/g)은 탈 이온수 추출물의 경우 아로니아(121.72 TEAC μmol/g)에 비해 높은 수치를 보였다. 버찌의 탈 이온수 추출물의 경우 ABTS 라디칼 소거활성은 아로니아에 비해 높았다. 또한, ABTS 라디칼 소거활성과 DPPH 라디칼 소거활성의 EC50 value는 버찌의 에탄올 추출물과 탈 이온수 추출물이 아로니아와 마키베리에 비하여 대단히 높은 ABTS 소거활성과 DPPH 소거활성을 나타내었다는 것을 알 수 있었다. 따라서 본 연구 결과를 종합해 보면, 버찌는 우리나라 전역에서 쉽게 채취할 수 있고, 가격이 저렴하며, 항산화 활성과 철 함량이 아로니아나 마키베리에 뒤쳐지지 않는다. 따라서 국내산 버찌를 기능성 식품의 재료로 활용하는 다양한 제품생산의 방안을 구축하는 것이 중요하다고 사료된다.

The quality and the nutritional ingredients and the functional activation of Nypa fruticans flower stalk was evaluated in this research. It consisted of 7.5% of water, 13.56% of crude protein, 0.84% of crude fat, 9.25% of crude ash, and 68.85% of carbohydrate. 12 kinds of minerals were identified, where the top 3 of them being K, Cl, and Na in order. There were a total of 15 types of amino acid analyzed, with the main amino acids of arginine 30.25%, aspartic acid 26.90%, and glutamic acid 17.12%. Total polyphenol content was 20,190.73 mg/100 g, and the total flavonoid content was 71.73 mg/100 g. The IC50 for DPPH radical scavenging ability was 0.017±0.00 mg/mL for Nypa fruticans Wurmb flower stalk, 0.672±0.01 mg/mL for blueberry, and 1.282±0.03 mg/mL for ginseng. The IC50 for ABTS radical scavenging ability was 0.070±0.00 mg/mL for Nypa fruticans Wurmb flower stalk, 2.918±0.13 mg/mL for blueberry, and 4.131±0.24 mg/mL for ginseng. For this reason, it is considered that containing plenty of polyphenol and antioxidant, Nypa fruticans Wurmb is related to antiinflammation. This research will contribute to production of functional foods and high value materials using Nypa fruticans Wurmb.

The purpose of this study was to expand the utility of the Polygonum multiflorum. Also, we fermented P. multiflorum by mushroom mycelial, and analyzed for chemical compositions and biological active of fermented P. multiflorum root. The crude protein content did not show a significant difference between control and fermented P. multiflorum root, crude fat, ash and crude fiber content of fermented P. multiflorum root were lower than control. The content of soluble nitrogen free extract of P. multiflorum root was significantly higher than fermented P. multiflorum root. The major amino acids of P. multiflorum root were determined the arginine. The content of arginine and glutamic acid were 586.67 mg%, and 283.78 mg%, respectively. Sixteen kinds of amino acids were detected in fermented P. multiflorum root, and the major amino acids were determined the arginine and threonine. The total amino acid contents of control and fermented P. multiflorum root were 3,469.03 mg%, and 3,630 mg%, respectively. As the results of antioxidant activity test, the antioxidant capacity of fermented P. multiflorum had a higher than the control. As the mushroom fermentation progresses, it is confirmed that the amino acid content and antioxidant capacity were increased, and it is expected to develop the product using the fermented P. multiflorum using mushroom mycelials.

To increase the shelf-life of strawberry, samples were treated with two gel packs containing slow-released chlorine dioxide (ClO2) gas at 3~5 ppm for 6 days at room temperature and the changes in the major chemical components (ascorbic acid, polyphenols, flavonoids and anthocyanin) contents and antioxidative activities (DPPH, ABTS radical scavenging and metal chelating activity) were investigated. The content of ascorbic acid of control was 40.38 mg% and contained 35.67~44.75 mg% during 6 days. There was no tendency to increase or decrease during storage period. The contents of ascorbic acid of control and 3~5 ppm ClO2 gas treated samples were not significantly different during storage period. The content of polyphenol compounds of initial stage was 111.23 mg% and contained 117.78~132.40 mg% during 6 days. The contents of polyphenol compounds of 3~5 ppm ClO2 gas treated samples were 103.51~130.25 mg%. There were no significant different between them during storage. The flavonoids and anthocyanin contents were not different from the control during storage period regardless of 3~5 ppm ClO2 gas treatment. Furthermore, antioxidative activities were not different among the control and ClO2 gas treatments during storage.