The primary objective of this work was to investigate the thermal and rheological properties of crude tall oil (CTO), a low-cost by-product from the Kraft pulping process, as a potential feedstock for biodiesel production. Adequate knowledge of CTO properties is a prerequisite for the optimal design of a cost-effective biodiesel process and related processing equipment. The study revealed the c...

this study was intended to evaluate the quality of 30 honey samples, in terms of physicochemical properties such as moisture content, electrical conductivity, ash content, reducing sugars and sucrose, free acidity, ph, diastase activity, and hydroxymethylfurfural (hmf) content. moreover, three methods recommended by the international honey commission for the determination of hmf, including 1) h...

saffron flower (crocus sativus) is one of the most precious spices in the world. in this respect, thesaffron style samples were gathered from the farms of torbat-heidariyeh located in south khorasanprovince during one year and their preparation was performed based on the common manufacturingstandards. then, in order to considering the international and national standards for saffron and spicese...

To limit the impact of food on health issues as obesity, hypertension, or coronary diseases, the reduction of salt or fat content in food products without modifications of organoleptic properties remains a real industrial challenge. A better understanding of the mechanisms involved in release and perception could lead to a better formulation of diet dairy products. In this context, model dairy ...