International Journal of Food Science & Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
58(11), P. 6015 - 6024
Published: Sept. 9, 2023
Summary
The
enhancing
impact
of
fermentation
with
Lactiplantibacillus
plantarum
and
drying/coating
on
bioactivity
properties
Spirulina
platensis
was
investigated.
Lp.
took
place
anaerobically
for
72
h
at
37
C.
Encapsulation
fresh
fermented
samples
made
by
spray‐drying
a
170
°C
air
inlet
temperature
,
20
mL/min
feed
flow
rate
different
ratios
coating
material
(1:0,
1:1
1:2
maltodextrin).
Fresh
capsules
exhibited
shapes,
mostly
rod
form
whilst
generally
spherical
shape.
1,1‐diethoxy‐ethane
(34.02%)
tert‐butyldimethylsilyl
2,2,3,3,3‐pentafluoropropanoate
(26.70%)
were
identified
as
the
major
compounds
in
.
total
phenol
content
range
from
14.22
mg
gallic
acid
equivalent
(GAE)/g
wet
spirulina
to
77.27
GAE/g
spray‐dried
coated
maltodextrin
ratio
1:1.
drying
processes
significantly
increased
content,
antioxidant
activity
diphenyl
picrylhydrazyl
(DPPH)
radical
scavenging
capacity
(
P
<
0.05).
Bacteriostatic
concentration
25
mg/mL
against
Salmonella
Paratyphi
A,
Staphylococcus
aureus
Enterococcus
faecalis
whereas
bactericidal
effect
vs.
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa
E.
combination
after
enhanced
its
antimicrobial
0.7–20‐fold
compared
fresh,
Future Foods,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9, P. 100318 - 100318
Published: Feb. 12, 2024
The
world
population
is
expected
to
reach
9.8
billion
by
2050
according
a
report
the
United
Nations.
global
demand
for
alternative
proteins
from
different
sources,
such
as
microalgae,
mycoproteins,
insects,
cell-based,
cultured
meat,
meat
substitutes,
dairy
alternatives,
and
fungi-based
proteins,
projected
USD
290
2035.
Due
their
similar
characteristics,
offered
at
relatively
more
affordable
cost
than
animal
plant-based
are
experiencing
significant
demand.
In
recent
years,
industrial
production
of
microalgal
biomass
has
received
attention
due
its
rich
content
quality
lipids,
fatty
acids,
pigments,
whose
products
commercial
interest
in
field
food
technology
engineering.
Microalgae
can
be
grown
easily
open
closed
systems
high-value
products.
Spirulina
Chlorella
have
outstanding
ability
accumulate
protein
already
been
used
products,
feed,
nutraceuticals,
pharmaceuticals.
Here,
we
review
current
literature,
including
new
insights
into
patent
landscape
about
algal
wholistically
quality,
culture
conditions,
recovery,
potential
applications
uses,
discuss
find
sources
needs.
Foods,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(17), P. 2762 - 2762
Published: Aug. 30, 2024
Recent
advances
in
research
techniques
have
enabled
rapid
progress
the
study
of
spirulina,
an
ancient
edible
cyanobacteria.
Nowadays,
spirulina
species
are
classified
into
three
genera:
Spirulina,
Arthrospira,
and
Limnospira.
The
latter
now
refers
to
industrially
manufactured
strains.
Whole-genome
sequencing
revealed
gene
clusters
involved
metabolite
production,
physiology
spirulina.
Omics
technologies
demonstrated
absence
hazardous
compounds
cells,
confirming
safety
this
biomass
as
a
food
product.
Spirulina
is
good
source
different
chemicals
used
manufacturing,
supplements,
pharmaceuticals.
Spirulina’s
enrichment
with
inherent
biologically
active
substances
makes
it
potential
supplier
natural
products
for
dietary
pharmaceutical
applications.
also
prospective
component
both
terrestrial
space-based
life
support
systems.
Here,
we
review
current
breakthroughs
clarify
fallacies
that
can
be
found
professional
literature
public
media.
Life,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(9), P. 1831 - 1831
Published: Aug. 29, 2023
Diabetes
poses
a
significant
global
health
challenge,
necessitating
innovative
therapeutic
strategies.
Natural
products
and
their
derivatives
have
emerged
as
promising
candidates
for
diabetes
management
due
to
diverse
compositions
pharmacological
effects.
Algae,
in
particular,
garnered
attention
potential
source
of
bioactive
compounds
with
anti-diabetic
properties.
This
review
offers
comprehensive
overview
algae-derived
natural
management,
highlighting
recent
developments
future
prospects.
It
underscores
the
pivotal
role
care
delves
into
diversity
algae,
constituents,
underlying
mechanisms
efficacy.
Noteworthy
algal
substantial
are
briefly
elucidated,
along
specific
contributions
addressing
distinct
aspects
diabetes.
The
challenges
limitations
inherent
utilizing
algae
interventions
examined,
accompanied
by
strategic
recommendations
optimizing
effectiveness.
By
these
considerations,
this
aims
chart
course
research
refining
algae-based
approaches.
Leveraging
multifaceted
activities
chemical
components
holds
promise
pursuit
novel
antidiabetic
treatments.
Through
continued
fine-tuning
interventions,
burden
could
be
mitigated,
ultimately
leading
enhanced
patient
outcomes.
Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 23
Published: July 30, 2024
The
rising
demand
for
global
food
resources,
combined
with
an
overreliance
on
land-based
agroecosystems,
poses
a
significant
challenge
the
sustainable
production
of
products.
Macroalgae
cultivation
is
promising
approach
to
mitigate
impending
insecurities
due
several
key
factors:
independence
from
terrestrial
farming,
rapid
growth
rates,
unique
biochemical
makeup,
and
carbon
capture
potential.
Furthermore,
macroalgae
are
rich
in
vitamins,
minerals,
essential
amino
acids,
polyunsaturated
fatty
acids
fiber,
demonstrating
potential
as
alternatives
enhancing
dietary
diversity
fulfilling
nutritional
requirements.
This
review
provides
overview
composition
functional
properties
commercially
cultivated
species,
emphasis
their
viability
value
additions
market.
discusses
technological
aspects
integrating
into
products,
covering
both
innovative
solutions
existing
challenges.
Macroalgae,
beyond
being
powerhouses,
contain
plethora
bioactive
compounds
varied
biological
activities,
including
anti-diabetic,
anti-cancer,
cardioprotective,
neuroprotective
properties,
making
them
excellent
candidates
developing
novel
pharmaceuticals.
Thus,
this
also
summarizes
pharmaceutical
applications
macroalgae,
identifies
research
gaps
proposes
strategies
incorporating
macroalgae-derived
therapeutic
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(18), P. 3223 - 3223
Published: Sept. 23, 2024
Undernutrition
is
an
important
global
health
problem,
especially
in
children
and
older
adults.
Both
reversal
of
maternal
child
undernutrition
heathy
ageing
have
become
United
Nations-supported
initiatives,
leading
to
increased
attention
nutritional
interventions
targeting
undernutrition.
One
feasible
option
microalgae,
the
precursor
all
terrestrial
plants.
Most
commercially
farmed
microalgae
are
photosynthetic
single-celled
organisms
producing
organic
carbon
compounds
oxygen.
This
review
will
discuss
commercial
opportunities
grow
microalgae.
Microalgae
produce
lipids
(including
omega-3
fatty
acids),
proteins,
carbohydrates,
pigments
micronutrients
so
can
provide
a
suitable
underutilised
alternative
for
addressing
The
benefits
nutrients
derived
from
been
identified,
thus
they
candidates
issues
globally.
potential
microalgae-derived
be
converted
into
food
products.
advantages
cultivation
include
that
it
does
not
need
arable
land
or
pesticides.
Additionally,
most
species
still
unexplored,
presenting
options
further
development.
Further,
usefulness
other
purposes
such
as
bioremediation
biofuels
increase
knowledge
these
microorganisms,
allowing
development
more
efficient
production
interventions.
