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  • Resistant starch and cyclodextrins in foods.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Galani, Antonia
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2019-07-11
    The present thesis refers to resistant starch and cyclodextrins in food. Dietary starches are important sources of energy in the human diet. Resistant starch has received much attention for both its potential health benefits ...
  • Evaluation of the antioxidant capacity of various wild herbs from the area of Rethymno

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Domazaki, Agapi
    Thesis advisor: Psylinakis, Emmanouil
    Publication Date: 2016-07-27
    The objective of the present study was to assess the antioxidant activity of the wild herbs Rustyback (Asplenium Ceterach), Butcher’s Broom (Ruscus Aculeatus), Hawthorn (Crataegus Monogyna), Pink Rock-Rose (Cistus Creticus), ...
  • Bioactive components of white vegetables & health benefits.

    Η.Μ.U, School of Health Sciences (SHS), Nutrition and Dietetics Sciences Dept.
    Authors: Tsimplouli, Sofia
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2020-04-03
    The purpose of the thesis was the investigation of the recent literature on the bioactive components of white vegetables, as well as their benefits to human health, in order to understand their nutritional value. The ...
  • Food bioactive peptides and their effect on human health.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Karachotziti, Christina
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2017-12-04
    Consumer concern over the past years about the health effects of foods they eat has been a huge challenge for the food industry which is trying to develop healthier and more functional foods that will protect human health. ...
  • Edible Berries: bioactive components and benefits on health

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Efthimiou, Elena
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2016-04-20
    A healthy diet should include a daily consumption of fruit and vegetables in sufficient quantity, which could thereby prevent serious diseases such as cardiovascular disease and some types of cancers. The World Health ...
  • Gluten: Allergy – Intolerance - Sensitivity.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Chaziza, Christina
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2018-07-23
    Gluten is a mixture of gliadin and glutenin proteins and is present mostly in wheat, but also in barley, rye and oat. Gliadin is highly resistant to hydrolysis mediated by proteases of the human gastrointestinal tract and ...
  • Investigation of the nutritional habits and the psycological status of multiple sclerosis patients in Heraklion Crete.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Erotokritou, Nathanaella; Apostolou, Athanasia
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 14-09-2015
    Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune neurological degenerative disease that causes demyelination. The etiology is still unclear but it seems that some dietary factors are implicated. In the present study we examined the ...
  • Investigation of the adherence of multiple sclerosis patients to the Meditteranean diet.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Platsa, Konstantina
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 01-07-2013
    Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a degenarative disease of the central nervous system (CNS) which is largely expanding in the greek population the last few years. The causes of MS are still unknown and despite the fact that it's ...
  • The nutritional value of raisin.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Gorgia, Martha
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 11-09-2015
    Raisin is currently considered one of the most healthy and beneficial food for humans. Since ancient times, raisins have been valued as an important asset of strength, wellness and health. Along with honey, raisin was the ...
  • The importance of Bifidobucferium in the modern nutrition.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Savva, Panagiota
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 28-02-2008
    The purpose of this diplomatic work is to discuss the relatively recent revival ofinterest in bacterial interference, particularly the use of Bifidobucferium in nutrition, for treatment and prevention of disease in medicine ...
  • Crocus- A valuable spice.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Plastra, Vivian
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2018-03-14
    Spices are known since ancient times and have been used for various reasons by all civilizations. The present thesis deals with spices in general, their history, uses and importance, while it focuses on saffron, one of ...
  • Study of the oxidative stability of edible vegetables oils during frying.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Papadosifaki, Christina; Kounadi, Stamatina
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia; Chatzaki, Eirini; Psilinakis, Emmanouil
    Publication Date: 28-02-2008
    Στην μελέτη που ακολουθεί ερευνήθηκεη οξειδωτική σταθερότητα διαφόρων εδώδιμων ελαίων κατά το επαναλαμβανόμενο τηγάνισμα πατατών. Τα έλαια που μελετήθηκαν ήταν ένα εξαιρετικά παρθένο ελαιόλαδο, ένα ελαιόλαδο, ένα σογιέλαιο, ...
  • The role of nutritionin autoimmune diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and investigation of the psycological status of patients with celiac disease in Greece.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Chatzivasili, Dimitra
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2019-07-23
    In the present thesis we conducted a literature review on the role of nutrition in treating autoimmune diseases and especially autoimmune disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. Specifically, we focused on nutrients which ...
  • The role of the Small Heterodimer Partner or SHP in metabolism of bile acids.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Tsoumani, Natalia
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 28-02-2008
    The biosynthesis of bile acids takes place in the liver and constitutes the main metabolic path of catabolism of cholesterol. The increase of concentration of fat in the organism has as result the increase of excretion of ...
  • Pomegranate: Bioactive components and health benefits.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Roumelioti, Stamatia
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2017-12-05
    Pomegranate is considered to be one of the most healthy and beneficial foods and its significance has been known since ancient times. It has numerous beneficial effects in several diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, ...
  • Contemporary nutritional approach to antiaging.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Bania, Alexandra
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2019-11-07
    The biochemistry of skin aging reveals that the oxidative action of free radicals plays a central role. The interplay between free radicals, antioxidants, and co-factors is important in maintaining a healthy skin. Free ...
  • The antioxidant properties of chocolate.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Mpolka, Smaragda
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 27-03-2013
    Since ancient times, chocolate has long been used as a medicinal remedy and been proposed in medicine today for preventing various chronic diseases. Cocoa and cocoa products have received much attention due to their ...
  • Trans fatty acids in human nutrition.

    T.E.I. of Crete, School of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition (STeGTET), Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Authors: Rexaki, Sofia
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2017-12-05
    The present thesis analyzes the chemistry of trans fatty acids, their categories and explains how they are produced. A brief historical review is presented on how they became part of our daily diet. Next an extended ...