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Tafluprost. Tafluprost (trade names Taflotan by Santen Pharmaceutical, Zioptan by Merck in the US and Saflutan by Mundipharma in Australia) is a prostaglandin analogue. It is used topically (as eye drops) to control the progression of open-angle glaucoma and in the management of ocular hypertension, alone or in combination with other medication.
3D stick model of nisin, a particularly effective preservative produced by some lactic acid bacteria. Biopreservation is the use of natural or controlled microbiota or antimicrobials as a way of preserving food and extending its shelf life. [1] The biopreservation of food, especially utilizing lactic acid bacteria (LAB) that are inhibitory to ...
A food scientist is preparing a meal for astronauts in space. Food preservation includes processes that make food more resistant to microorganism growth and slow the oxidation of fats. This slows down the decomposition and rancidification process. Food preservation may also include processes that inhibit visual deterioration, such as the ...
Food acids are added to make flavors "sharper", and also act as preservatives and antioxidants. Common food acids include vinegar, citric acid, tartaric acid, malic acid, folic acid, fumaric acid, and lactic acid. Acidity regulators. Acidity regulators are used to change or otherwise control the acidity and alkalinity of foods. Anticaking agents.
Certain vitamins, like fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, K, minerals like iron, and electrolytes like potassium and calcium, should not be taken regularly without consulting a dietitian or doctor due ...
Table sugar, honey, maple syrup and molasses are known as nutritive sweeteners, meaning they provide energy in the form of carbohydrates, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture ...
Mental health can affect oral health in a few ways, according to experts. Some antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications can have the side effect of dry mouth, which can increase the risk of ...
Bacteriostatic agent. A bacteriostatic agent or bacteriostat, abbreviated Bstatic, is a biological or chemical agent that stops bacteria from reproducing, while not necessarily killing them otherwise. Depending on their application, bacteriostatic antibiotics, disinfectants, antiseptics and preservatives can be distinguished.