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Physicochemical and antibacterial properties of fabricated ovalbumin-carvacrol gel nanoparticles

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00755B, Paper
Shengqi Rao, Guang-wei Xu, Huawei Zeng, Xiang-feng Zheng, Qin Hu, Qi-Yan Wang, Zhenquan Yang, Xin'An Jiao
The applications of carvacrol are limited due to its poor stability, water solubility, and high volatility; however, ovalbumin can be used to encapsulate hydrophobic molecules, improve their aqueous solubility, and...
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Lactic acid bacteria alleviates polycystic ovarian syndrome by regulating sex hormone related gut microbiota

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C9FO02554E, Paper
Yufeng He, Qianqian Wang, Xiu Li, Gang Wang, Jianxin Zhao, Hao Zhang, Wei Chen
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disease across the world. Because gut microbiota play a key role in the pathogenesis of PCOS, probiotics may alleviate PCOS symptoms through...
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The cognitive effects of an acute wild blueberry intervention on 7 – 10 year olds using extended memory and executive function task batteries.

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C9FO02284H, Paper
Adrian Robert Whyte, Daniel J Lamport, Graham Schafer, Claire M. Williams
Evidence for the health benefits of blueberries is well documented. In particular memory and executive function benefits have both been found for children aged 7 – 10 in the 6...
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Jiaogulan tea (Gpostemma pentaphyllum) potentiates the antidiabetic effect of white tea via the AMPK and PI3K pathways in C57BL/6 mice

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00395F, Paper
Xiaoyan Xia, Jing Xu, Xude Wang, Hua Wang, Zhenchuan Lin, Keping Shao, LinLin Fang, Chenning Zhang, Yuqing Zhao
The use of plant-based beverages to interfere with the onset of diabetes may be a promising approach towards type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
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The Ameliorative Effect of Lactobacillus plantarum-12 on DSS-induced murine colitis

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00007H, Paper
MengYing Sun, YuJun Liu, Yinglong Song, Yuan Gao, Fujunzhu Zhao, Yanghe Luo, Fang Qian, Guangqing Mu, Yanfeng Tuo
Some lactobacilli strains can exert beneficial effects on host when ingested in an adequate dose, such as immunoregulation and anti-inflammatory activities. In this study, the survival abilities in simulated gastrointestinal...
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Cerebral effect of optimized Allium sativum oil-loaded chitosan nanorods: GC-MS analysis and in-vitro/in-vivo evaluation

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C9FO02911G, Paper
Rabab Kamel, Abeer Salama, Nesma Mohammed, Nermine Shaffie
The chemical constituents of Allium sativum (Garlic) oil were investigated using GC/Ms technique after silylation, and revealed the presence of several fatty acids and their esters. The most dominant was...
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Kinetic profile and urinary excretion of phenyl-γ-valerolactones upon consumption of cranberry: a dose-response relationship

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00806K, Paper
Claudia Favari, Pedro Mena, Claudio Curti, Geoffrey Istas, Christian Heiss , Daniele Del Rio, Ana Rodriguez-Mateos
Cranberries are a rich source of poly(phenols), mainly monomeric and oligomeric flavan-3-ols. However, information on the appearance of their main circulating microbial metabolites, namely phenyl-γ-valerolactones and phenylvaleric acid, is lacking...
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Hypoglycemic effects and modulation of gut microbiota of diabetic mice by saponin from Polygonatum sibiricum

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00428F, Paper
Jiayuan Luo, Yangyang Chai, Min Zhao, Qingqi Guo, Yihong Bao
Polygonatum sibiricum is a medicinal and homologous plant grown in China. The saponin in Polygonatum sibiricum has shown its good hypoglycemic performance, and it can be developed as functional foods and drugs with hypoglycemic effect.
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Unveiling the bioactivity potential of Allium triquetrum L. lipophilic fraction: chemical characterization and in vitro antibacterial activity against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00769B, Paper
Samia Rabah, Kahina Kouachi, Patricia Ramos, Ana T. P. C. Gomes, Adelaide Almeida, Hayate Haddadi-Guemghar, Khodir Madani, Armando Silvestre, Sónia A. O. Santos
The lipophilic composition of Allium triquetrum L. bulbs, flowers and leaves was studied for the first time, by GC-MS. Sixty-two compounds were firstly identified in A. triquetrum L. Fatty acids...
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Effects of compound K, a metabolite of ginsenosides, on memory and cognitive dysfunction in db/db mice involve the inhibition of ER stress and the NLRP3 inflammasome pathway

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/C9FO02602A, Paper
Chu-Wen Li, Min-Zhen Deng, Zhi-Jie Gao, Yuan-Ye Dang, Guo-Dong Zheng, Xiu-Juan Yang, Ying-Xin Chao, Ye-Feng Cai, Xiao-Li Wu
The metabolite of ginsenosides, compound K improves memory and cognitive dysfunction in diabetes mellitus mice.
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Mechanisms for Lactobacillus rhamnosus treatment of intestinal infection by drug-resistant Escherichia coli

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00128G, Paper
Na Li, Bing Pang, Junjun Li, Guanwen Liu, Xiaoguang Xu, Dongyan Shao, Chunmei Jiang, Baowei Yang, Junling Shi
Reducing the viability of pathogens may also play an important role for the therapeutic effects of Lactobacillus rhamnosus SHA113 against multiple-drug-resistant E. coli, as well as influencing on the intestinal integrity and functions of animals.
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Dietary supplementation of L-arginine and N-carbamylglutamate enhances duodenal barrier and mitochondrial functions and suppresses duodenal inflammation and mitophagy in suckling lambs suffering from intrauterine-growth-restriction

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00019A, Paper
Hao Zhang, Yi Ma, Mengzhi Wang, Mabrouk Elsabagh, Juan J. Loor, Hongrong Wang
The work aimed at investigating the effects of N-carbamylglutamate (NCG) or L-arginine (Arg) supplementation on the duodenal mitophagy, inflammation, and barrier function in suckling lambs suffering from intrauterine-growth-retardation (IUGR).
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The role of extensional rheology in the oral phase of swallowing: an in vitro study

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/C9FO02327E, Paper
Marco Marconati, Marco Ramaioli
In vitro swallowing experiments suggest that thin, viscoelastic liquids with strong apparent extensional viscosity lead to fast transit, lower oral residues and a compact bolus leaving the oral cavity.
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Influences of dietary starch structure on intestinal morphology, barrier functions, and epithelium apoptosis in weaned pigs

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/C9FO02652E, Paper
Open Access
Xiaoqian Gao, Bing Yu, Jie Yu, Xiangbing Mao, Zhiqing Huang, Yuheng Luo, Junqiu Luo, Ping Zheng, Jun He, Daiwen Chen
The objective of the present study was to evaluate the effects of dietary starch structure on intestinal health of weaned pigs by determining the intestinal morphology, barrier functions, epithelium apoptosis and digestive enzymes.
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Supplementation of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens AS385 culture broth powder containing 1-deoxynojirimycin in a high-fat diet altered the gene expressions related to lipid metabolism and insulin signaling in mice epididymal white adipose tissue

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00271B, Paper
Isabella Supardi Parida, Soo Takasu, Junya Ito, Ryoichi Ikeda, Kenji Yamagishi, Toshiyuki Kimura, Takahiro Eitsuka, Kiyotaka Nakagawa
Supplementation of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens AS385 culture broth powder in high-fat diet restored adiposity, glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity in mice.
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Deciphering calcium-binding behaviors of casein phosphopeptides by experimental approaches and molecular simulation

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00844C, Paper
Minna Luo, Jie Xiao, Shengwei Sun, Fengchao Cui, Wei Li, Guo Liu, Yunqi Li, Yong Cao
Although specific groups in casein phosphopeptides (CPPs) have been identified to be essential for the calcium-binding capacity, how calcium binds with CPPs remains unclear. In the present study, experimental methods...
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The milk macromolecular peptide: preparation and evaluation of antihypertensive activity in rats

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00151A, Paper
Pengfei Cui, Xue Yang, Yunliang Li, Qiufang Liang, Yucheng Wang, Feng Lu, John Owusu, Shanfen Huang, Xiaofeng Ren, Haile Ma
In order to avoid the discomfort of digesting milk protein and make full use of the gastrointestinal digestive function, a milk macromolecular peptide was prepared with ACE inhibitory activity after gastrointestinal digestion as the index.
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Pterostilbene prevents LPS-induced early pulmonary fibrosis by suppressing oxidative stress, inflammation and apoptosis in vivo

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/C9FO02521A, Paper
Huahong Yang, Cong Hua, Xiaolin Yang, Xiaoye Fan, Hongyu Song, Liping Peng, Xinxin Ci
Schematic model of the protective effects by Pts on LPS-induced lung fibrosis.
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Polysaccharides from Enteromorpha prolifera protect against carbon tetrachloride-induced acute liver injury in mice via activation of Nrf2/HO-1 signaling, and suppression of oxidative stress, inflammation and apoptosis

Food Funct., 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00575D, Paper
Fuchuan Guo, Xinyun Zhuang, Mengyuan Han, Wenting Lin
EPP protected against hepatic injury induced by CCl4-derived reactive intermediates through the suppression of hepatic oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptosis.
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Effects of gastrodin against carbon tetrachloride induced kidney inflammation and fibrosis in mice associated with the AMPK/Nrf2/HMGB1 pathway

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0FO00711K, Paper
J. Q. Ma, Yun-Zhi Sun, Qing-Lei Ming, Zhi-Kai Tian, Yu-Jia Zhang, Chan-Min Liu
Gastrodin (GAS), the main phenolic glycoside extracted from Gastrodia elata Blume, exhibited potential renoprotective properties. Here we examined the protective effects of GAS against carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)-induced kidney inflammation and...
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Adjunctive vitamin A and D during pulmonary tuberculosis treatment: a randomized controlled trial with a 2×2 factorial design

Food Funct., 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C9FO02751C, Paper
Jinyu Wang, Ke Xiong, Qiuzhen Wang, Shanliang Zhao, Yufeng Liu, Aiguo Ma
Background and objective: Vitamin A and D have immunoregulatory effects and may improve the response to pulmonary tuberculosis treatment. The interaction of vitamin A and D on pulmonary tuberculosis treatment...
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Need cash? Medical personal loans can help tide over coronavirus crisis

Your existing bank will give this loan, and rates may be better




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Flipkart, ICICI Lombard offer health plan for Covid-19 with instant claim

'Covid-19 Protection Cover' provides an instant Rs 25,000 benefit plan for to the customer if he tests positive for Covid-19




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Health insurance premiums set to rise as firms to follow Irdai mandates

The rise in premiums could be in the range of 5-25 per cent, depending on the features that each insurance company adds on its products




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Be flexible with your financial plan, don't make big commitment

Clearly, these are unusual times. So, things need to be done differently




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Tipping point: Gold has been a safe haven, but invest in a staggered manner

After such a humongous run-up, investors may feel wary about investing more in gold at this point of time




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Realty check: Current rates and unit sizes in Rs 1-1.5 cr price range

If you are looking at buying real estate, an idea about prevailing rates would come in handy




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Avoid banks and NBFCs with high proportion of unsecured and SME loans

Longer-term investors with a three-five-year horizon have an opportunity to pick quality stocks, which in calmer times tend to trade at exorbitant valuations




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Coronavirus impact: Bet on top-tier names in banking sector, avoid NBFCs

Avoid banks and NBFCs with a high proportion of unsecured and small, medium enterprises loans




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Need cash? Loan against fixed deposits is cheaper than a personal loan

Here is how the rares of loan against fixed offered by various banks stack up




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Stock investing: Cull overleveraged companies from your portfolio

At a time when revenues have been disrupted, these are the ones that could go belly up first




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10 ways to plan your finances right during the coronavirus crisis

Here's how to protect your finances during these difficult times and work on your short- and long-term financial goals efficiently




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It's a better option to take advance EPF than a loan during tough times

The usual advice is that one should not withdraw from their EPF account because it hurts the retirement corpus




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Quick approval, grace period: Medical insurance process eased amid Covid-19

Use instalments to increase cover; benefit from quick approvals




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7 personal finance tips to guide you through these unprecedented times

Coming out of these unusual times financially fitter and stronger would require discipline, perseverance, conservancy tricks and fortitude. Here are some handy tips for millennials




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Motor, health segments see substantial fall in March for non-life insurers

Motor segment saw a 7 per cent decline in premiums, while health registered an 11 per cent decline in premiums




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Rs 15.75 crore coronavirus health insurance claims lodged till date

The officials said about 790 claims have been lodged claiming about Rs 15.75 crore with several non-life insurers.




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You can claim 100% tax deduction on donation towards PM CARES Fund

The government has provided tax relief and extensions in deadlines for statutory compliances




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16% landlords drop 2 months' rent, 44% didn't raise it in pandemic: Survey

The survey, conducted by property classified 99acres.com which is owned by Info Edge India Ltd, polled 49,600 house owners and brokers who have listed properties for rent or sale




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iOS 9 Available as a Free Update for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch Users September 16

Apple announced that iOS 9 will be available on September 16 as a free update for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users. iOS 9 makes iOS devices more intelligent and proactive with powerful search and improved Siri features, all while protecting users’ privacy. The way you interact with iPad gets even better with iOS 9, thanks to new multitasking features that let users view and interact with two apps at once, side by side. “iOS 9 is packed with intelligence that makes every experience with iPhone and iPad even more powerful — Siri can do more than ever and new proactive assistance helps you get more done before you ask, all while protecting users’ privacy,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering.




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Apple and Hermès Unveil the Apple Watch Hermès Collection

Apple and Hermès have introduced Apple Watch Hermès, a new collection of Apple Watch in stainless steel with finely crafted leather bands in distinctive styles from Hermès, including the Single Tour, Double Tour, and Cuff, while respecting the design and functionality of the Apple Watch. The collaboration merges Apple’s unparalleled product innovation with the heritage, iconography, and craftsmanship of Hermès, creating a unique expression of Apple Watch. “Apple and Hermès make very different products, but they reflect the deep appreciation of quality design,” said Jonathan Ive, Apple’s chief design officer. “Both companies are motivated by a sincere pursuit of excellence and the desire to create something that is not compromised. Apple Watch Hermès is a true testament to that belief.”




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Apple Introduces watchOS 2 with Native Apps and New Apple Watch Sport Models

Apple has introduced new Apple Watch cases and bands, available starting today, including new gold and rose gold aluminum Apple Watch Sport models. watchOS 2 — which arrives as a free update on September 16 — makes apps faster and more fluid by running natively on Apple Watch, and introduces new watch faces, the ability for third-party apps to display information on the watch face as complications, and an innovative way to see future events, past headlines, and more with Time Travel. Apple Watch collections are expanding with new case colors and fresh new bands. With new standalone Sport Bands that range from rich vibrant colors to more neutral tones, Apple Watch is now more customizable than ever.




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Apple Introduces iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus

Apple has announced iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, adding a powerful new dimension to iPhone’s revolutionary Multi-Touch interface. The new iPhones introduce 3D Touch, which enables intuitive new ways to access features and interact with content. iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus feature Retina HD displays made from the strongest glass on any smartphone and 7000 series aluminum, the same alloy used in the aerospace industry, in metallic finishes that now include rose gold. The new iPhones also introduce a transformative new approach to photography called Live Photos, bringing still images to life by capturing a moment in motion. “The only thing that has changed with iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus is everything — 3D Touch lets users interact with iPhone in entirely new and fun ways, and the innovative Live Photos brings your pictures to life,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “These are the most advanced iPhones ever, with 7000 series aluminum, ion-strengthened glass, the new 64-bit A9 chip, 12-megapixel iSight and 5-megapixel FaceTime HD cameras, faster Touch ID, LTE, and Wi-Fi. Customers are going to love them.”




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Apple Announces Record iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus Sales

Apple has announced it has sold more than 13 million new iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus models, a new record, just three days after launch. iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus will be available in more than 40 additional countries beginning October 9 including Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, and Taiwan. The new iPhones will be available in over 130 countries by the end of the year. “Sales for iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus have been phenomenal, blowing past any previous first weekend sales results in Apple’s history,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “Customers’ feedback is incredible and they are loving 3D Touch and Live Photos, and we can’t wait to bring iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus to customers in even more countries on October 9.”




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OS X El Capitan Available as Free Update Tomorrow

OS X El Capitan, the latest major release of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, will be available Wednesday, September 30, as a free update for Mac users. El Capitan builds on the groundbreaking features and beautiful design of OS X Yosemite. “People love using their Macs, and one of the biggest reasons is the power and ease of use of OS X,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering. “El Capitan refines the Mac experience and improves performance in a lot of little ways that make a very big difference. Feedback from our OS X beta program has been incredibly positive and we think customers are going to love their Macs even more with El Capitan.”




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Apple Announces Advancements to ResearchKit

Apple today announced advancements to the open source ResearchKit framework that bring genetic data and a series of medical tests typically conducted in an exam room to iPhone apps. Medical researchers are adopting these new features to design targeted studies for diseases and conditions that affect billions of people and to gather more specific types of data from participants. “The response to ResearchKit has been fantastic. Virtually overnight, many ResearchKit studies became the largest in history and researchers are gaining insights and making discoveries that weren’t possible before,” said Jeff Williams, Apple’s chief operating officer.




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Apple Advances Health Apps with CareKit

Apple today announced CareKit, a new software framework designed to help developers enable people to actively manage their own medical conditions. iPhone apps using CareKit make it easier for individuals to keep track of care plans and monitor symptoms and medication, providing insights that help people better understand their own health. “We believe that giving individuals the tools to understand what is happening with their health is incredibly powerful, and apps designed using CareKit make this a reality by empowering people to take a more active role in their care,” said Jeff Williams, Apple’s chief operating officer.




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Final Cut Pro X helps small company delight world’s biggest clients

When Trim Editing started creating music videos over a decade ago, just paying the rent was a huge accomplishment. Now, the small East London company is crafting award-winning visuals for big brands — like Audi, Nike, Adidas, and Guinness — propelled by the power of Final Cut Pro X. The video editing software’s comprehensive features allow Trim Editing to organize film and audio clips, pull together compelling projects, and make changes on the fly. “When I’m playing back an edit for a director, they’ll say, ‘Okay, let’s go and make those changes I talked about.’ I’ll say, ‘Oh, no, they’re already done,’ and we’ll jump back and watch it again. People can’t believe that I’ve magically done the change before we even finish playback,” says editor Thomas Grove Carter.





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We give you *your* space to tell us just what you felt about Spider-Man: Far From Home.