Polymers,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
16(2), С. 242 - 242
Опубликована: Янв. 15, 2024
Food
bioactive
packaging
has
received
increasing
attention
from
consumers
and
the
food
industry
for
its
potential
to
reduce
waste
environmental
issues.
Several
materials
can
be
used
produce
edible
films/coats;
however,
bio-based,
cost-effective,
sustainable
coatings
have
gained
a
high
reputation
these
days.
For
instance,
Aloe
vera
gel
(AV)
is
promising
bio-based
material
films;
therefore,
present
study
aimed
investigate
film-forming
abilities
of
AV
Chitosan
(CH)
combination
as
active
material.
The
physicochemical
mechanical
characteristics
formed
films
various
combinations
were
prepared
at
different
concentrations,
i.e.,
CH
(0.5%
w/v),
(100%),
CH:AV
(75:25),
(60:40).
results
showed
significant
differences
among
all
wherein
mainly
on
account
incorporating
gel.
rheological
antioxidant
properties
formulations
improved
with
inclusion
composed
(60:40)
positively
affected
water
solubility,
thermal
properties,
vapour
permeability
films.
X-ray
Diffraction
(XRD)
Scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM)
that
CH:AV,
amorphous
had
smooth
morphology.
Further,
film
solutions
applied
fresh
figs
(Ficus
carica)
their
role
in
preserving
fruits
during
storage.
A
reduction
microbial
growth
was
found
coated
after
28
days
cold
overall
compared
(0.5%,
w/v).
Therefore,
(CH:AV,
60:40)
form
utilized
product
preservation
maintain
quality
shelf
life.
Sustainability,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
16(18), С. 8223 - 8223
Опубликована: Сен. 21, 2024
Innovative
and
sustainable
food
preservation
techniques
are
vital
for
enhancing
quality,
safety,
reducing
environmental
impact.
In
this
review,
the
methods
aligned
with
sustainability
goals
explored,
focusing
on
their
mechanisms,
applications,
benefits.
It
examines
non-thermal
technologies
such
as
cold
plasma,
pulsed
light
technology,
high-pressure
processing
(HPP),
electric
fields
(PEFs),
ultraviolet
(UV)
radiation,
which
effectively
inactivate
microbes
while
preserving
nutritional
sensory
qualities.
Natural
preservatives,
including
plant
extracts,
microbial
agents,
enzymes,
highlighted
eco-friendly
alternatives
to
synthetic
chemicals,
supporting
clean
label
initiatives.
Advanced
packaging
solutions,
biodegradable
materials,
intelligent
systems,
modified
atmosphere
(MAP),
assessed
role
in
plastic
waste,
maintaining
product
extending
shelf
life.
The
review
uses
life
cycle
analyses
evaluate
these
techniques’
impact,
considering
factors
like
energy
consumption,
greenhouse
gas
emissions,
water
use,
waste
reduction.
also
explores
potential
of
emerging
technologies,
plasma-activated
(PAW)
nanotechnology,
further
enhance
sustainability.
By
identifying
research
gaps
discussing
industry
challenges,
calls
innovation
broader
adoption
practices
promote
security,
improve
public
health,
foster
a
more
resilient
system
Polymers,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
16(2), С. 242 - 242
Опубликована: Янв. 15, 2024
Food
bioactive
packaging
has
received
increasing
attention
from
consumers
and
the
food
industry
for
its
potential
to
reduce
waste
environmental
issues.
Several
materials
can
be
used
produce
edible
films/coats;
however,
bio-based,
cost-effective,
sustainable
coatings
have
gained
a
high
reputation
these
days.
For
instance,
Aloe
vera
gel
(AV)
is
promising
bio-based
material
films;
therefore,
present
study
aimed
investigate
film-forming
abilities
of
AV
Chitosan
(CH)
combination
as
active
material.
The
physicochemical
mechanical
characteristics
formed
films
various
combinations
were
prepared
at
different
concentrations,
i.e.,
CH
(0.5%
w/v),
(100%),
CH:AV
(75:25),
(60:40).
results
showed
significant
differences
among
all
wherein
mainly
on
account
incorporating
gel.
rheological
antioxidant
properties
formulations
improved
with
inclusion
composed
(60:40)
positively
affected
water
solubility,
thermal
properties,
vapour
permeability
films.
X-ray
Diffraction
(XRD)
Scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM)
that
CH:AV,
amorphous
had
smooth
morphology.
Further,
film
solutions
applied
fresh
figs
(Ficus
carica)
their
role
in
preserving
fruits
during
storage.
A
reduction
microbial
growth
was
found
coated
after
28
days
cold
overall
compared
(0.5%,
w/v).
Therefore,
(CH:AV,
60:40)
form
utilized
product
preservation
maintain
quality
shelf
life.
