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Insights and Perspectives on Plant-Based Beverages.
Aneta Popova1, Dasha Mihaylova2, Anna Lante3
1Department of Catering and Nutrition, Economics Faculty, University of Food Technologies, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
Plant-based beverages (PBBs) offer dairy alternatives for those with allergies. This review explores novel PBB sources like fruit kernels, evaluating their nutritional profiles, health benefits, and potential antinutrients.
Area of Science:
- Food Science
- Nutritional Science
- Sustainable Food Systems
Background:
- Increasing demand for dairy alternatives due to allergies and intolerances.
- Plant-based beverages (PBBs) are popular, derived from nuts, soy, rice, and more.
- Need for sustainable food production drives exploration of novel PBB sources, including fruit kernels.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and compare potential PBB formulations from various plant sources.
- To analyze nutritional profiles, potential deficiencies, and health benefits of PBBs.
- To assess the presence and impact of antinutrients in plant-based beverages.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing research on plant-based beverages.
- Comparative analysis of nutritional data from different plant sources.
- Evaluation of bioactive compounds and antinutrient content.
Main Results:
- Plant sources offer diverse bioactive compounds like flavonoids and phenolic acids.
- Fruit kernels represent a promising, underutilized source for PBBs.
- Nutritional value and health benefits vary significantly based on the raw material.
Conclusions:
- Novel plant sources, such as fruit kernels, can expand the PBB market.
- Careful formulation is needed to optimize nutritional profiles and minimize antinutrients.
- Understanding the composition of PBBs is crucial for health and sustainability.
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