Caseinate-reinforced pectin hydrogels: Efficient encapsulation, desirable release, and chemical stabilization of (-)-epigallocatechin

This study developed a strategy for protein-reinforced pectin hydrogel development and approaches for the protection of tea polyphenols; the findings offer useful insights for the tea-based food and beverage industry.PMID:36646343 | DOI:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.123298

Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - January 16, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Minke Yang Shaojie Zhao Chengying Zhao Jiefen Cui Yanqi Wang Xiang Fang Jinkai Zheng Source Type: research