Functional foods is a very popular term in the social and scientific media; consequently, food
producers have invested resources in the development of processed foods that may provide …

Background The development of nanomaterials with edible and biodegradable properties is
now an urgent need of food science and technology. The application of nanomaterials in the …

Background Carotenoids are among the most important pigments found in nature, which are
synthesized by various eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. With few knows exceptions …

Microalgae are microorganisms with a singular biochemical composition, including several
biologically active compounds with proven pharmacological activities, such as anticancer …

Microencapsulation being an emerging technique has provided effective solution to the
challenges faced by pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food agriculture and textile industries to …

Consumption of functional foods suggests a strategy to reduce the incidence of chronic
health disorders. This message has resonated with consumers and driven market growth …

Background Cheese is one of the most widely consumed dairy products worldwide with high
commercial value. As cheese consumption and distribution have increased over the years …

Orange production is constantly growing. The main orange by-product, the orange peel, is a
usable source of essential oils with a lot of health benefits. Because of that, it is important to …

Cellulose is the most abundant biopolymer on Earth, which is synthesized by plants,
bacteria, and animals, with source-dependent properties. Cellulose containing β-1, 4-linked …

To improve the solubility, stability and bioavailability of bioactive compounds, a series of
delivery systems have been designed and developed in recent years. However, most …