Journal of Composites Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
9(4), С. 189 - 189
Опубликована: Апрель 15, 2025
Probiotics
have
gained
prominence
and
consumer
appreciation
due
to
their
potential
health
benefits.
However,
maintaining
viability
stability
during
gastric
transit
remains
a
challenge.
This
study
aims
enhance
the
of
microencapsulated
Lactobacillus
plantarum
in
composite
microcapsules
exposed
simulated
juice.
The
independent
variables
investigated
were
low-acyl
gellan
gum
(LAG),
bacterial
cellulose
(BC),
calcium
concentrations.
prepared
using
internal
ionic
gelation
method.
resulting
exhibited
uniform
size
distribution,
with
diameter
approximately
between
15
120
μm,
making
them
suitable
for
food
applications.
Response
surface
methodology
(RSM)
based
on
Box–Behnken
design
was
successfully
employed
optimize
concentrations
LAG,
BC,
calcium.
Under
optimal
conditions—0.63%
w/v
17.91%
25.12
mM
Ca—the
highest
L.
reached
94.28%
after
exposure
juice,
an
R2
value
99.64%.
These
findings
demonstrate
feasibility
developing
multicomponent
that
effectively
protect
probiotic
bacteria
against
fluids,
offering
promising
alternative
industry
designing
probiotic-enriched
systems.
Frontiers in Microbiology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15
Опубликована: Янв. 6, 2025
The
beneficial
properties
of
probiotics
have
always
been
a
point
interest.
Probiotics
play
major
role
in
maintaining
the
health
Gastrointestinal
Tract
(GIT),
healthy
digestive
system
is
responsible
for
modulating
all
other
functions
body.
effectiveness
can
be
enhanced
by
formulating
them
with
prebiotics
formulation
thus
formed
referred
to
as
synbiotics.
It
not
only
improves
viability
and
stability
probiotic
cells,
but
also
inhibits
growth
pathogenic
strains.
Lactobacillus
Bifidobacterium
spp.
are
most
commonly
used
probiotics.
microbial
that
Bacillus,
Streptococcus,
Enterococcus,
Saccharomyces.
treatment
diabetes,
obesity,
inflammatory,
cardiovascular,
respiratory,
Central
nervous
disease
(CNS)
disorders.
essential
encapsulate
live
microorganisms
promote
intestinal
health.
Encapsulation
safeguards
against
risks
during
production,
storage,
gastrointestinal
transit.
Heat,
pressure,
oxidation
eradicate
their
protective
qualities.
prolongs
viability,
facilitates
regulated
release,
reduces
processing
losses,
enables
application
functional
food
products.
microspheres
produced
through
spray
drying
or
coacervation.
This
technique
regulates
release
gut
provides
stress
resistance.
Natural
encapsulating
materials
including
sodium
alginate,
calcium
chloride,
gel
beads
polysaccharide
promoting
process.
However,
several
methods
including,
where
liquid
atomized
within
heated
air
chamber
evaporate
moisture
produce
dry
particles
efficacy
Additionally,
vitamins
enhance
efficacy.
immune
augmenting
generation
antibodies
immunological
cells.
combats
illnesses
enhances
immunity.
Recent
studies
indicate
may
assist
regulation
weight
blood
glucose
levels
influence
metabolism
insulin
sensitivity.
Emerging
research
indicates
"gut-brain
axis"
connects
mental
alleviate
anxiety
depression
via
influencing
neurotransmitter
synthesis
inflammation.
Investigations
underway
about
dermatological
advantages
forecasting
onsite
delivery
probiotics,
encapsulation
an
effective
requires
more
consideration
from
researchers.
review
focuses
on
applications
synbiotics
prevention
human
Designed Monomers & Polymers,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
28(1), С. 1 - 34
Опубликована: Дек. 31, 2024
This
review
paper
analyzes
recent
advancements
in
bio-polymer
coatings
for
probiotic
microencapsulation,
with
a
particular
emphasis
on
chitosan
and
its
synergistic
combinations
other
materials.
Probiotic
microencapsulation
is
essential
protecting
probiotics
from
environmental
stresses,
enhancing
their
stability,
ensuring
effective
delivery
to
the
gut.
The
begins
an
overview
of
highlighting
significance
safeguarding
through
processing,
storage,
gastrointestinal
transit.
Advances
chitosan-based
encapsulation
are
explored,
including
integration
bio-polymers
such
as
alginate,
gelatin,
pectin,
well
application
nanotechnology
innovative
techniques
like
spray
drying
layer-by-layer
assembly.
Detailed
mechanistic
insights
integrated,
illustrating
how
influences
gut
microbiota
by
promoting
beneficial
bacteria
suppressing
pathogens,
thus
role
prebiotic
or
synbiotic.
Furthermore,
delves
into
chitosan's
immunomodulatory
effects,
particularly
context
inflammatory
bowel
disease
(IBD)
autoimmune
diseases,
describing
immune
signaling
pathways
influenced
linking
changes
improvements
systemic
immunity.
Recent
clinical
trials
human
studies
assessing
efficacy
chitosan-coated
presented,
alongside
discussion
practical
applications
comparison
vitro
vivo
findings
highlight
real-world
relevance.
sustainability
sources
impact
addressed,
along
novel
concept
gut-brain
axis.
Finally,
emphasizes
future
research
needs,
development
personalized
therapies
exploration
techniques.
Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
24(2)
Опубликована: Март 1, 2025
Antibiotics
are
effective
in
treating
bacterial
infections,
but
their
widespread
use
has
spurred
antibiotic
resistance,
which
is
linked
closely
with
human
disease.
While
dietary
components
known
to
influence
the
gut
microbiome,
specific
effects
on
resistome-the
collection
of
antibiotic-resistant
genes
gut-remain
underexplored.
This
review
outlines
mechanisms
action
and
development
emphasizing
connection
between
resistome
diseases
such
as
metabolic
disorders,
cardiovascular
disease,
liver
nervous
system
disorders.
It
also
discusses
diet
habits
components,
including
bioactive
macronutrients,
phytochemicals,
probiotics,
composition
by
enhancing
efficacy
potentially
reducing
resistance.
highlights
emerging
trend
increasing
interest
functional
foods
aimed
at
targeting
a
growing
focus
plant
compounds
potential
modulate
IntechOpen eBooks,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Апрель 2, 2025
This
chapter
explores
the
potential
of
macroalgae-derived
sugars
and
polysaccharides
as
sustainable,
functional
alternatives
to
traditional
sugars.
Focusing
on
innovative
extraction
technologies,
highlights
unique
properties
macroalgal
(such
agar,
alginate,
carrageenan)
natural
sweeteners
thickeners.
Emphasis
is
placed
nutritional
benefits
macroalgae,
including
their
low-glycemic
impact
high
content
bioactive
compounds
that
promote
health.
It
will
also
mention
integration
derivatives
into
food
products,
enhancing
both
flavor
texture
while
contributing
reduced
sugar
dependence.
aligns
with
modern
trends
in
sustainable
innovation
enhancement,
presenting
macroalgae
a
promising
resource
for
industry.
