Cassava starch films were functionalized with Ucuúba fat and cellulose nanocrystals to tailor wettability, optical, mechanical, and barrier properties. Integrating Amazonian bioresources with nanotechnology enables sustainable edible coatings with tunable performance for fresh food preservation and enhanced UV protection.
Geovana Cristina Pinto Rodrigues +4 more
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Structural and Functional Properties of Ingredient Composition in Kenkey Preparation: A Review
This review synthesizes three decades of research on kenkey, a fermented maize staple of West Africa. Examining the structural, functional, and nutritional properties that emerge from traditional fermentation and thermal processing, and identifying priorities for future research toward quality standardization and commercial development. ABSTRACT Kenkey,
Afia Sakyiwaa Amponsah
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Nanoshell Fabrication Techniques for Probiotic Encapsulation: A Comprehensive Review
ABSTRACT Probiotics, beneficial microorganisms, confer numerous health benefits when administered. However, their efficacy is hindered by harsh gut conditions, including acidity, bile acids, and enzymatic degradation. To overcome these challenges, encapsulation and nanoshell technology have emerged as a pivotal strategy to enhance probiotic stability ...
Tuba Mustafa +12 more
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Abstract The present work aimed to evaluate the effect of different isolation methods (distilled water, sodium hydroxide, and potassium metabisulfite) on the properties of plantain starch and compared with flour. It was hypothesized that chemical steeping enhanced yield, techno‐functional properties, and resistant starch without disrupting native ...
Tanvir Ahmed Laskar +3 more
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Understanding the Impact of Single-Helical Maize Amylose on Steamed Bun Hardness Enhancement. [PDF]
Yu J +6 more
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Guideline for the electrospinning of food biomacromolecules
Abstract Electrospinning, an efficient method for producing micro‐ and nanoscale fibers, has undergone a notable resurgence in recent decades since its origin in the early 20th century, largely driven by advances in nanotechnology. Subsequently, it has been extensively applied across various disciplines, including materials science, biomedicine ...
Manjun Kang, Shengyang Ji, Yucheng Zou
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Rheological, textural, and structural properties of heat-induced yam starch gels: Effects of high-amylose mung bean starch. [PDF]
Min C +7 more
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Effects of yeast polysaccharides on the quality of wheat dough and toast
Abstract This study assessed how the soluble yeast polysaccharide (SYP) affected the physicochemical, pasting, and rheological properties of the wheat flour as well as the texture, the visual appearance, and the sensory evaluation of the toast.
Guozhen Wang +5 more
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Assembly of resistant starch type 5 in two amylose matrices: effects of fatty acid chain length and matrix background on structural characteristics. [PDF]
Zhang M, Li C, Huang J, Zhou J.
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Buck Wheat: Nutritional, Bioactive Characteristics, Health Benefits, and Side Effects
ABSTRACT Micronutrient deficits have resulted from an over‐reliance on a small number of cereal crops for food security. The agricultural sector faces severe sustainability issues due to the rapid growth of the world's population and sudden climatic changes.
Momina Farooq +2 more
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