Radiation-induced bystander effects are defined as biological effects expressed after
irradiation by cells whose nuclei have not been directly irradiated. These effects include …

Sweet peppers (Capsicum annuum L.) cv. Vergasa have been studied at four maturity
stages (immature green, green, immature red, and red). The individual phenolics …

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an immunological disorder that is usually treated with
immunosuppressive therapy, potentially leading to increases in vulnerability to infections …

The use of ozonated water as a sanitizer to extend the shelf life of fresh-cut lettuce and the
effect on the antioxidant constituents (polyphenols and vitamin C) were investigated. Fresh …

Cocoa is a food rich in polyphenols, mainly the flavonoid procyanidins and flavan-3-ols. The
improvement of the cardiovascular function in humans upon cocoa consumption has been …

Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), ozone (O3) and ultraviolet-C (UV-C) light, have
been suggested as postharvest treatments to control decay of strawberries. However, the …

Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are one of the most common reasons for seeking
healthcare, but are amongst the most challenging diseases in terms of clinical decision …

The potential generation of trihalomethanes (THMs) during washing of vegetable products
as a consequence of the use of chlorine has become one of the main concerns for …

Leaves of wild rocket (Diplotaxis tenuifolia (L.) DC.) are increasingly eaten alone or as part
of mixed salads. This species contains a wide range of health-promoting phytonutrients …

The maintenance of relative humidity (RH) after harvest is not always possible and can
influence the quality of the raw material for minimal processing. The objective of this study …