Novel postharvest processing strategies for value-added applications of marine algae.

Autor: Xianglu Zhu, Laura Healy, Zhihang Zhang, Julie Maguire, Da-Wen Sunb, Tiwaria, Brijesh K.
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Zdroj: Journal of the Science of Food & Agriculture; 8/30/2021, Vol. 101 Issue 11, p4444-4455, 12p
Abstrakt: Marine algae are regarded as a promising nutrients resource in future as they can be sustainably cultured without land and high investment. These macroalgae are now widely processed into food and beverages, fertilizers and animal feed. Furthermore, bioactive compounds such as polysaccharides and polyphenols in seaweeds have proven to have antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties that can be utilized in cosmeceuticals, nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals. As a key procedure in seaweed production, the postharvest process not only requires more laboured and energy but also affect the quality of the final product significantly. This article reviewed all current postharvest processes and technologies of seaweed and addressed potential postharvest strategies for seaweed production. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze: Complementary Index