Current trends are shifting away from using synthetic compounds in favor of discovering new
natural component sources that will allow them to create goods that are healthful …

Plant mucilages have been used for many applications as stabilizers, emulsifiers, thickening
or gelling agents, viscosity modifiers, encapsulating agents and food packaging materials …

Probiotics have garnered significant attention in recent years due to their potential
advantages in diverse biomedical applications, such as acting as antimicrobial agents …

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria located in the oral cavity which exhibit antimicrobial
properties and contribute to the regulation of immune function and the modulation of tissue …

This paper discusses mucilage extracted from Opuntia ficus-indica (Cactaceae) cladodes,
also known as Barbary fig. Mucilaginous polysaccharides were extracted in hot water and …

The peels obtained as a byproduct from the processing of fruits (prickly pears) of the
Cactaceae family are a rich source of mucilage, a hydrocolloid biopolymer that may have …

The application of probiotics is limited by the loss of survival due to food processing, storage,
and gastrointestinal tract. Encapsulation is a key technology for overcoming these …

Probiotic products' economic value and market popularity have grown over time as more
people discover their health advantages and adopt healthier lifestyles. There is a significant …

Controlled oral delivery of bioactive molecules remains a promising platform for the food and
biomedical realm. Nonetheless, there are many bottlenecks to the efficient oral bioactive …

Phytic acid (PA), an endogenous antinutrient in cereals and legumes, hinders mineral
absorption by forming less bioavailable, stable PA-mineral complexes. For individual …