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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 ...
  • Dietary habits, psychological status and symptoms of patients with multiple sclerosis from Western countries.

    Η.Μ.U, School of Health Sciences (SHS), Nutrition and Dietetics Sciences Dept.
    Authors: Galanomati, Marietta; Gkaranis, Nikolaos Christos
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2023-01-12
    Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease that occurs in genetically predisposed individuals and affects the central nervous system. Its etiology has not yet been elucidated, however its outcome ...
  • 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 relationship between adherence to the mediterranean diet and health-related quality of life in patients with celiac disease.

    Η.Μ.U, School of Health Sciences (SHS), Nutrition and Dietetics Sciences Dept.
    Authors: Dafouli, Aikaterini-Maria; Kanaki, Maria
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2024-02-01
    Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder, the prevalence of which has increased worldwide in recent years. The purpose of this research paper is to investigate the relationship between adherence to the Mediterranean ...
  • Knowledge and attitude of Greek abdominal patients about gluten free diet.

    Η.Μ.U, School of Health Sciences (SHS), Nutrition and Dietetics Sciences Dept.
    Authors: Kotsoni, Emmanouela Kalliopi; Stroumpaki, Maria
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2021-03-03
    In the present senior thesis, a literature review of celiac disease and the gluten free diet that the particular patient population follows has been carried out, while at the same time, ways of protection and information ...
  • 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, ...
  • Translation and evaluation of the gluten free diet compliance questionnaire "CDAT"inGreek patients with celiac disease.

    Η.Μ.U, School of Health Sciences (SHS), Nutrition and Dietetics Sciences Dept.
    Authors: Trougkakou, Despoina Dimitra
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2022-04-05
    In the present undergraduate thesis, a literature review of celiac disease and the gluten free diet, which this particular patient population follows, has been carried out In addition, the gluten-free diet adherence ...
  • 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, ...
  • Soya & soya products: bioactive compounds benefits.

    Η.Μ.U, School of Health Sciences (SHS), Nutrition and Dietetics Sciences Dept.
    Authors: Marinaki, Nikoleta
    Thesis advisor: Spyridaki, Aspasia
    Publication Date: 2021-11-10
    Soybean is a legume & belongs to the category of Fabaceae, known since ancient times used mainly for animal feed. It can be found in various other products besides classic soybeans; some better known in European culture & ...