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Vegan Alternatives to Processed Cheese and Yogurt Launched in the European Market during 2020: A Nutritional Challenge?
(MDPI, 2021-11-12)
Vegan alternatives to cheese (VAC) and yogurt (VAY) are fast-growing markets in Europe due to the increasing interest in plant-based alternatives to dairy products. This study aimed to take a closer ...
Exploring the Nutritional Potential of Microalgae in the Formulation of Bakery Products
(MDPI, 2023-12-26)
Microalgae have positioned themselves as an innovative and sustainable source of bioactive
compounds and high nutritional value. The selection of a suitable food carrier is important to ease
its ...
Protein Quality and Protein Digestibility of Vegetable Creams Reformulated with Microalgae Inclusion
(MDPI, 2023-06-16)
Microalgae are considered a valuable source of proteins that are used to enhance the nutritional value of foods. In this study, a standard vegetable cream recipe was reformulated through the addition ...
Food and Beverages Containing Algae and Derived Ingredients Launched in the Market from 2015 to 2019: A Front-of-Pack Labeling Perspective with a Special Focus on Spain
(MDPI, 2021-01-16)
Algae are a source of functional ingredients, with a large spectrum of healthy and functional compounds. Therefore, this study aimed to provide an overview on commercialized food and beverages made from ...
Innovative vs classical methods for drying heterotrophic Chlorella vulgaris: Impact on protein quality and sensory properties
(Elsevier, 2024-02-18)
Drying is a necessary step in the microalgae production chain to reduce microbial load and oxidative degradation
of the end product. Depending on the differences in applied temperature and treatment ...
Effect of Spirulina in Bread Formulated with Wheat Flours of Different Alveograph Strength
(MDPI, 2023-10-10)
Consumers within the EU are increasingly asking for natural and healthier food products,
which are additive-free and environmentally friendly. The aim of this study was to assess the effects
of Spirulina ...
Taurine, homotaurine, GABA and hydrophobic amino acids content influences “in vitro” antioxidant and SIRT1 modulation activities of enzymatic protein hydrolysates from algae
(Nature Research, 2022-12-02)
Prevention and control of diseases and delaying the signs of ageing are nowadays one of the major
goals of biomedicine. Sirtuins, a family of NAD+
dependent deacylase enzymes, could be pivotal
targets ...
Development of High-Protein Vegetable Creams by Using Single-Cell Ingredients from Some Microalgae Species
(MDPI, 2021-10-22)
The aim of this paper was to develop high-protein vegetable creams through the incorporation of microalgae. Single-cell ingredients from Arthrospiraplatensis (spirulina), Chlorella vulgaris, Tetraselmis ...
Enhancing energy bars with microalgae: A study on nutritional, physicochemical and sensory properties
(Elsevier, 2023-09-07)
Energy bars are popular meal supplements due to their convenience and high nutritional content. Microalgae, such as Spirulina and Chlorella Vulgaris, are appealing food ingredients containing high-quality ...
Non-animal proteins as cutting-edge ingredients to reformulate animal-free foodstuffs: Present status and future perspectives
(Taylor and Francis, 2021-03-27)
Consumer interest in protein rich diets is increasing, with more attention being paid to the protein source. Despite the occurrence of animal proteins in the human diet, non-animal proteins are gaining ...