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Theo Ralla1, Roland Schex1, Fabiola Porta1
1R&D Center Formulation, DSM Nutritional Products, Wurmisweg 576, CH-4303 Kaiseraugst.
Chimia
|September 16, 2021
Summary
Plant-derived hydrocolloids like modified starches, pectin, and lignosulfonates can create stable, bioavailable emulsions and suspensions for nutrients. These natural ingredients support sustainable
Area of Science:
- Food Science and Technology
- Nutritional Science
- Materials Science
Background:
- Growing demand for sustainable and 'clean label' nutritional products.
- Need for stable and bioavailable delivery systems for active ingredients in food and feed.
- Focus on renewable, plant-derived raw materials for product formulation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the chemical fundamentals of plant-derived hydrocolloids.
- To explore their application in formulating vitamins, carotenoids, and other active ingredients.
- To highlight their emulsifying capacity in delivery systems.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of chemical properties and applications.
- Analysis of modified starches, pectin, and lignosulfonates.
- Examination of emulsion and suspension formulation techniques.
Main Results:
- Plant-derived hydrocolloids demonstrate potent emulsifying capabilities.
- Modified starches, pectin, and lignosulfonates are effective in stabilizing active ingredients.
- These hydrocolloids facilitate the creation of bioavailable nutrient delivery systems.
Conclusions:
- Plant-derived hydrocolloids are suitable for developing sustainable and effective nutritional delivery systems.
- Utilizing these natural emulsifiers aligns with 'clean label' trends.
- Further application in human and animal nutrition is supported by their efficacy.
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