Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf January 2003 PMID 33451240

Bread Staling: Molecular Basis and Control.

J A Gray, J N Bemiller

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Discussion examples include a post that clarifies the main process being water redistribution rather than evaporation, indicating accurate comprehension, and phrases like 'fun fact' showcase enthusiasm and curiosity. The tone is informative and approachable, emphasizing the scientific insights and potential applications in baking and food science.

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The posts generally agree with the scientific explanations provided in the article, emphasizing the importance of water redistribution and molecular mechanisms in bread staling.

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Many discussions show high interest, with annotations like 'fun fact' and emphasis on correcting common misconceptions about bread staling.

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The discussions highlight the relevance of understanding bread staling mechanisms, which could impact food science and baking practices, making the article meaningful.

Abstract in brief

  • Bread staling is a complex process involving multiple mechanisms, including polymer crystallization and amylopectin retrogradation.
  • Water redistribution from gluten to starch affects the bread's texture, and the formation of supermolecular structures plays a role in staling.
  • Additives may help by altering starch-protein interactions or slowing water movement, but the exact processes are still not fully understood.]

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Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

Fun fact: its oft assumed bread goes stale cos we leave it out & water evapourates but the main mechanism is that water redistribution within the bread creates starch crystals making the bread hard https://t.co/ullfrhPTvk https://t.co/EnnHPl7VIP Easy read: https://t.co/fQOGW4URiG https://t.co/GRndqrM0DH

Dec 1, 2022 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 8,762 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: its oft assumed bread goes stale cos we leave it out & water evapourates but the main mechanism is that water…

Dec 1, 2023 · 2 shares · 8,762 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: its oft assumed bread goes stale cos we leave it out & water evapourates but the main mechanism is that water…

Dec 1, 2024 · 2 shares · 8,762 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic.bsky.social · Bluesky

Fun fact: its oft assumed bread goes stale cos we leave it out & water evaporates but the main mechanism is water redistribution within the bread creating starch crystals making it go hard pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33451240/ ift.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.... sciencefocus.com/science/why-...

Dec 1, 2024 · 1 share View post →

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Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic.bsky.social · Bluesky

Fun fact: its oft assumed bread goes stale cos we leave it out & water evaporates but the main mechanism is water redistribution within the bread creating starch crystals making it go hard pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33451240/ ift.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.... sciencefocus.com/science/why-...

Dec 1, 2024 · 1 share View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: its oft assumed bread goes stale cos we leave it out & water evapourates but the main mechanism is that water…

Dec 1, 2024 · 2 shares · 8,762 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: its oft assumed bread goes stale cos we leave it out & water evapourates but the main mechanism is that water…

Dec 1, 2023 · 2 shares · 8,762 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

Fun fact: its oft assumed bread goes stale cos we leave it out & water evapourates but the main mechanism is that water redistribution within the bread creates starch crystals making the bread hard https://t.co/ullfrhPTvk https://t.co/EnnHPl7VIP Easy read: https://t.co/fQOGW4URiG https://t.co/GRndqrM0DH

Dec 1, 2022 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 8,762 followers View post →