Particle size reduction of salt to submicron range increases its surface area resulting in increased saltiness perception. The objective was to evaluate the incorporation of nano-spray dried sodium chloride on the phy...Particle size reduction of salt to submicron range increases its surface area resulting in increased saltiness perception. The objective was to evaluate the incorporation of nano-spray dried sodium chloride on the physicochemical characteristics of surface-salted cheese crackers. The sodium chloride solution (3% w/w) was sprayed through a 4-μm nozzle with 125 L/min air flow, 38 kPa pressure, 95°C head temperature, and 90% spray to form the smallest submicrosalt particles. The cheese cracker treatments consisted of 3 different salt sizes (regular, microsalt and nano-spray dried salt) and 3 different concentrations (2%, 1.5% and 1%). The 9 (3 sizes × 3 concentrations) cheese cracker treatments were tested for salt concentration and sodium content at week 1. Water activity (aw), texture-fracturability, and color were determined at week 1 and 4 months of storage. The aw) and the L*, b*, C* and h* values in all treatments increased from 1 week to 4 months. The use of nano-spray dried salt on surface-salted cheese crackers allowed for a reduction of 25% - 50% of salt content without affecting the physicochemical attributes.展开更多
Inflammatory skin disorders(ISDs),characterized by severe inflammation and impaired skin barrier functions,often requires persistent treatment due to chronic and relapsing natures.To address these issues,we developed ...Inflammatory skin disorders(ISDs),characterized by severe inflammation and impaired skin barrier functions,often requires persistent treatment due to chronic and relapsing natures.To address these issues,we developed a small-molecular self-assembled nanodrug(ECN)that is composed of natural epigallocatechin-3-gallate(EGCG)self-assembled with tripeptide collagen(CTP).By formulating a transdermal enhancer(cationic dendrimer)with ECN,the resulted dendrimers/ECN nanocomplex(DECN)can effectively penetrate into the skin layer,resulting in effective anti-inflammatory response and repair of skin-barrier functions.In animal models of ISDs,including atopic dermatitis(AD)and psoriasis,DECN showed remarkable skin penetration,with high level of drug deposition in the epidermaldermal layer.By using a commercially available spray pump,DECN nanoparticles can be further translated into a spray formulation,which contributes to alleviating visible symptoms,skin lesions,and inflammatory progression of psoriasis and AD.This all-in-one spray nano-formulation offers an effective,safe,and convenient way for ISDs treatment.展开更多
文摘Particle size reduction of salt to submicron range increases its surface area resulting in increased saltiness perception. The objective was to evaluate the incorporation of nano-spray dried sodium chloride on the physicochemical characteristics of surface-salted cheese crackers. The sodium chloride solution (3% w/w) was sprayed through a 4-μm nozzle with 125 L/min air flow, 38 kPa pressure, 95°C head temperature, and 90% spray to form the smallest submicrosalt particles. The cheese cracker treatments consisted of 3 different salt sizes (regular, microsalt and nano-spray dried salt) and 3 different concentrations (2%, 1.5% and 1%). The 9 (3 sizes × 3 concentrations) cheese cracker treatments were tested for salt concentration and sodium content at week 1. Water activity (aw), texture-fracturability, and color were determined at week 1 and 4 months of storage. The aw) and the L*, b*, C* and h* values in all treatments increased from 1 week to 4 months. The use of nano-spray dried salt on surface-salted cheese crackers allowed for a reduction of 25% - 50% of salt content without affecting the physicochemical attributes.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(32261143727,82073779,32000992)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2018YFA0901800)Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province Distinguished Young Scholar Program,LR21H300002)。
文摘Inflammatory skin disorders(ISDs),characterized by severe inflammation and impaired skin barrier functions,often requires persistent treatment due to chronic and relapsing natures.To address these issues,we developed a small-molecular self-assembled nanodrug(ECN)that is composed of natural epigallocatechin-3-gallate(EGCG)self-assembled with tripeptide collagen(CTP).By formulating a transdermal enhancer(cationic dendrimer)with ECN,the resulted dendrimers/ECN nanocomplex(DECN)can effectively penetrate into the skin layer,resulting in effective anti-inflammatory response and repair of skin-barrier functions.In animal models of ISDs,including atopic dermatitis(AD)and psoriasis,DECN showed remarkable skin penetration,with high level of drug deposition in the epidermaldermal layer.By using a commercially available spray pump,DECN nanoparticles can be further translated into a spray formulation,which contributes to alleviating visible symptoms,skin lesions,and inflammatory progression of psoriasis and AD.This all-in-one spray nano-formulation offers an effective,safe,and convenient way for ISDs treatment.