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Recent advances in polysaccharide-protein complex coacervates for food applications
Lin Fu1, Fuyuan Ding1, Xiaowei Huang1
1International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing, Joint Laboratory of China-UK on Food Nondestructive Sensing, School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China.
Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces
|August 13, 2025
Summary
Polysaccharide-protein complex coacervates are versatile food ingredients. This review covers their formation, stabilization, and applications in encapsulation, emulsions, and packaging, highlighting future research directions.
Area of Science:
- Food Science and Technology
- Biopolymer Chemistry
- Materials Science
Background:
- Coacervates are formed by electrostatic, hydrogen bonding, and hydrophobic interactions between macromolecules.
- Polysaccharides and proteins are key biopolymers widely utilized in the food industry.
- Polysaccharide-protein complex coacervates are extensively researched for food applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of polysaccharide-protein complex coacervates from the last five years.
- To discuss factors influencing coacervate formation and stabilization techniques.
- To summarize recent advancements in coacervate applications within the food sector.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on research published in the last five years.
- Analysis of studies on coacervate formation mechanisms and stabilization strategies.
- Synthesis of information on applications in bioactive compound encapsulation, emulsions, and food packaging.
Main Results:
- Coacervate formation is influenced by factors like pH, ionic strength, and biopolymer properties.
- Various stabilization methods enhance the functionality and shelf-life of coacervates.
- Coacervates show significant potential in encapsulating bioactive compounds, stabilizing emulsions, and improving food packaging.
Conclusions:
- Polysaccharide-protein coacervates are promising for innovative food product development.
- Further research is needed to address challenges and optimize coacervate applications.
- This review offers insights for advancing coacervate technology in food science.
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