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Microorganisms as an alternative source of protein
R C Kuhad1, A Singh, K K Tripathi
1Department of Microbiology, University of Delhi, New Delhi, India.
Nutrition Reviews
|March 1, 1997
Summary
Microbial protein offers a sustainable alternative for food and animal feed, especially in developing nations. Further evaluation of its nutritional value, safety, and cost is crucial before widespread adoption.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology
- Food Science
- Sustainable Agriculture
Background:
- Growing global demand for protein in human food and animal feed.
- Need for nonconventional protein sources due to limitations of traditional agriculture.
- Microbial protein as a promising alternative with controlled cultivation potential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the potential of microbial protein as a sustainable food and feed source.
- To emphasize the importance of evaluating microbial protein for key characteristics.
- To address the increasing demand for alternative protein solutions.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on microbial protein production and characteristics.
- Analysis of factors influencing the feasibility of microbial protein cultivation.
- Identification of critical evaluation parameters for microbial protein.
Main Results:
- Microbial protein is cultivable under controlled conditions, independent of climate and soil variability.
- Microbial protein production offers a scalable solution to protein demand.
- Key evaluation criteria include nutritive value, safety, and economic viability.
Conclusions:
- Microbial protein presents a viable and sustainable option for meeting protein demands.
- Comprehensive assessment of nutritional, safety, and economic factors is essential for successful implementation.
- Further research and development are needed to optimize microbial protein for mass production.
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