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Protein-starch interaction in encapsulation systems: From functional group distribution to physicochemical and
Sahand Sohrabi1, Javaneh Karimi2, Fereshte Bahmanyar1
1Department of Food Science and Technology, National Nutrition and Food Technology Research Institute, Faculty of Nutrition Sciences and Food Technology, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Protein-starch complexes offer advanced encapsulation for bioactive compounds, enhancing stability and controlled release in food and pharmaceuticals. These biopolymeric matrices improve product shelf-life and nutritional value.
Area of Science:
- Food Science and Technology
- Biomaterials Engineering
- Nutraceutical Science
Background:
- Protein-starch complexes are versatile encapsulation matrices for stabilizing bioactive compounds.
- They enhance bioavailability, controlled release, shelf-life, and sensory attributes of products.
- Applications span food, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of protein-starch complexes as encapsulation matrices.
- To explore their physicochemical foundations, molecular interactions, and functional properties.
- To highlight applications in delivery systems and emerging strategies for next-generation carriers.
Main Methods:
- Review of physicochemical foundations and molecular interactions.
- Analysis of functional group distribution in protein-starch complexes.
- Investigation of protein-starch-based delivery systems' behaviors.
Main Results:
- Protein-starch interactions critically affect solubility, thermal stability, and emulsification.
- Complex formation influences particle size, surface charge, morphology, and encapsulation efficiency.
- Biopolymeric matrices demonstrate potential for stimuli-responsive and site-specific release.
Conclusions:
- Protein-starch complexes are effective for stabilizing and controlling the release of bioactive compounds.
- Emerging strategies focus on hybrid systems, responsive architectures, and AI for advanced carriers.
- Future research should optimize these matrices for enhanced stability and functionality in nutraceuticals.
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