The Renaissance of Plant Mucilage in Health Promotion and Industrial Applications: A Review

Nutrients

Patrycja Góźdź¹  Małgorzata Piotrowska¹  Anna Otlewska¹  Katarzyna Dybka-Stępień¹ 

[1] Institute of Fermentation Technology and Microbiology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Lodz University of Technology, Wólczańska 171/173, 90-530 Lodz, Poland;

关键词: plant mucilage;    hydrocolloids;    dietary fiber;    nutraceuticals;    health-promoting properties;    food additives;   

DOI  :  10.3390/nu13103354

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Plant mucilage is a renewable and cost-effective source of plant-based compounds that are biologically active, biodegradable, biocompatible, nontoxic, and environmentally friendly. Until recently, plant mucilage has been of interest mostly for technological purposes. This review examined both its traditional uses and potential modern applications in a new generation of health-promoting foods, as well as in cosmetics and biomaterials. We explored the nutritional, phytochemical, and pharmacological richness of plant mucilage, with a particular focus on its biological activity. We also highlighted areas where more research is needed in order to understand the full commercial potential of plant mucilage.

【 授权许可】

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