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Article The Effects of Lactobacillus and/or Bifidobacterium in Fermented Foods on Cognitive Health: A Systematic Review(Frontiers Media SA, 2025) Harsa, Hayriye Sebnem; Gonzalez Domenech, Carmen Maria; Prvulovic, Milica; Agirbasli, Zeynep; Bagherzadehsurbagh, Erfan; Simeunovic, Valentina; Pracer, SmiljaBackground: Psychobiotics are microorganisms that modulate brain function via the gut-brain axis and are increasingly studied for their cognitive benefits. Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium species, widely present in fermented foods, are considered safe and may influence cognition by modulating neuroinflammation, neurotransmitters, and gut barrier integrity. This systematic review examined the effects of foods fermented with these species on cognitive performance in healthy adults and individuals with mild cognitive impairment. Methods: We conducted the systematic review following EFSA guidelines, Cochrane methodology, and a PROSPERO protocol, using CADIMA for study selection and data extraction. PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane Library were searched (1 January 1970-31 August 2023) for human intervention and observational studies assessing cognitive outcomes after ingestion of foods fermented with Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium. Eligible populations included healthy adults and individuals with mild cognitive impairment; studies involving disease were excluded. Screening, data extraction, and bias assessment followed Muka et al.'s 24-step guide using ROBINS and Cochrane/CADIMA frameworks. Evidence was synthesized narratively, while a non-systematic component examined food characteristics, potential mechanisms, and factors affecting bioavailability of bioactive constituents. Results: We included 21 studies (8 interventional, 13 observational). The majority of studies reported benefits, particularly in episodic memory, executive functions, and global cognition, but evidence was limited by inadequate controls, small sample sizes, short interventions, inconsistent domain assessment, and incomplete food characterization. Observational studies had larger populations and longer follow-ups but were limited by exposure assessment and depth of cognitive testing. Conclusion: Consumption of foods fermented with Lactobacillus and/or Bifidobacterium species may offer promising cognitive benefits. However, following EFSA's guidance on the substantiation of health claims, the current evidence is "neither convincing nor sufficient" to establish a causal relationship. Well-designed studies with thorough product characterization are needed to substantiate effects and support potential health claims.Article Almond Cheese Analog Fortified with Microencapsulated Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum DSM 1954: Evaluation of Viability and Quality Parameters Using Different PlantBased Proteins(Springer India, 2025) Ozturk, Burcu; Elvan, Mensure; Harsa, Hayriye SebnemThe objective of this study was to evaluate the viability of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DSM1954 encapsulated using plant-based proteins as novel coating materials, when supplemented into almond cheese-analog during storage. Freeze-dried Lb. plantarum strains that were both microencapsulated and non-microencapsulated were added to cheese-analog. A water-in-oil emulsion method was used with a variety of plant-based proteins, including soy, pea, and potato. Microbial analysis, chemical composition, color analysis were conducted on the cheese-analogs. Microencapsulation was successfully achieved with pea and soy proteins, demonstrating encapsulation efficiencies of 85.8% and 86.6%, respectively; however, potato protein concentrate failed to form microcapsules. The viability of microencapsulated cells was higher than 10 log CFU/g during storage. The survivability of Lb. plantarum under acidic conditions was observed to be 0.85 log reduced in microencapsulated cells, whereas 3 log reduction was determined in non-microencapsulated cells. According to the SEM analysis, the diameter of the microencapsulated cells was found to be 0.8-1.5 mu m. Both microencapsulated and non-microencapsulated probiotic cells maintained viability above the probiotic threshold (> 6 log CFU/g) in cheese-analogs during storage. Although plant-based microencapsulation slightly affected the appearance by causing a darker color in cheese-analogs, this novel approach provides a promising alternative for enhancing probiotic stability in plant-based dairy alternatives.Article Development of Microfibrillated Cellulose-Based Films From Globe Artichokes (cynara Scolymus)(Elsevier, 2023) Erguner, Merve (Samli); Harsa, Hayriye Sebnem; Ergüner, MerveThis research developed biodegradable packaging materials for fresh-cut artichokes using the waste of globe artichokes. The extraction of film-forming materials (cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, and wax fractions) was done with a mild alkaline extraction method. An environmentally friendly mechanical grinding method (Masuko Supermasscolloider) was chosen to produce cellulose microfibrils having 50-200 mu m length and 10-30 mu m width. The presence of micro fibrillated cellulose in films hindered the heat sealing ability, so using microfibrillated cellulose and Carboxymethyl cellulose together in films (with glycerol, stearic acid, and wax incorporation) exhibited better performance. Micro fibrillated cellulose and Carboxymethyl cellulose-based films have good elasticity (16 % strain), tensile strength (0.85 kg/mm), and seal ability (at 170-220 degrees C). Scanning Electron Microscope analyses showed films with smooth surfaces and dense structures (from the cross-sectional area).