Functional Biopolymer Particles: Design,Fabrication, and Applications

Abstract: Biopolymer nano‐ and micro‐particles, fabricated from either proteins and/or polysaccharides, can be utilized as delivery systems or to modulate the physicochemical and sensory characteristics of food products. This article reviews the principles underlying the design, fabrication, and application of biopolymer particles fabricated from globular proteins, used either alone or in combination with polysaccharides, within the food industry. The properties of biopolymer particles and their impact on the physicochemical and functional properties of foods are described. The molecular characteristics and interactions of the building blocks (proteins and polysaccharides) used to assemble these particles are briefly reviewed. The major structural design principles that can be used to fabricate biopolymer particles from food‐grade proteins and polysaccharides are outlined. Finally, some of the potential applications of functional biopolymer particles within foods are highlighted.     

食品级共价复合物在递送生物活性物质方面的研究进展

生物活性物质由于具有抗肿瘤、抗炎、抗氧化和降血脂活性,是功能性食品开发的良好原料,但在生产加工和储存的过程中大多容易分解。为解决这一问题,围绕蛋白质、多糖和多酚设计了食品级的递送系统,形成的复合物改变了食品的功能和营养特性。本文综述了利用蛋白质、多糖、多酚为原料制备不同功能性质的二元或三元食品级复合物的共轭方法、表征和功能性质的研究进展,总结了复合物作为载体的主要类型,以及在生物活性物质传递系统中的应用,并总结了递送体系与人体胃肠道之间的相互作用,强调了在制备和分析复合物作为递送体系时要注意的主要问题并展望了其应用前景。     

Creating proteins with novel functionality via the Maillard reaction: a review

Proteins are widely utilized to add functional properties, such as gelling and emulsification to foods. These attributes depend on a number of factors such as molecular structure of the protein, the pH, and the composition of its chemical environment. There is substantial evidence to suggest that the functional properties of food proteins can be further improved by derivatization. Covalent bonding of proteins to polysaccharides and smaller reducing sugars via the Maillard reaction has been shown to alter the functionality of proteins without requiring the addition of chemical reagents. Establishment of a technologically feasible method for preparing the conjugates and optimization of the processing conditions, however, is needed to promote their development as functional food ingredients. This paper provides a state-of-the-art contribution to the impact of the Maillard reaction on protein functionality. It presents a deeper understanding of the influence of processing conditions and reactant formulation on improving desirable properties of proteins. In particular attention is given to how potential improvements could be achieved in the emulsifying, textural, and solubility properties of proteins to add value to commodity food ingredients. Elements that are considered to be critical to the design of functional Maillard conjugates are highlighted and suggestions proposed to facilitate progress in this area.     

A review on polyphenols: Classification,beneficial effects and their application in dairy products

Recently, the number of studies regarding the physiological activities of food‐derived bioactives and food components with functional properties has greatly increased. Many studies have emphasised the beneficial effects of polyphenols regarding their antioxidant, antiproliferative and anti‐inflammatory properties. This study highlights their application in dairy products, notes in which form they are applied and discusses the effects on the physicochemical and sensory characteristics of products, although some dairy matrices remain unexploited. It was noted that the inclusion of polyphenols improves not only the antioxidant properties but also, in some cases, the sensory attributes. This review also includes the synthesis, classification and beneficial effects of polyphenols.     

天然生物大分子及其复合物在食品微凝胶传递体系中的应用研究进展

微凝胶是一种内部交联的纳米或微米级粒子,能形成三维网络结构,可作为食品功能因子的递送载体。本文综述了适用于制作微凝胶的两大类天然生物大分子：蛋白质和多糖。介绍了常见的几种不同来源蛋白质和多糖的组成结构及胶凝特性,综述了天然生物大分子在食品传递体系中应用的最新进展,探讨其在食品微凝胶制备中的潜在价值及未来研究热点。     

Starch–lipid and starch–lipid–protein complexes: A comprehensive review

Physical interactions often occur between major food components during food processing. These interactions may involve starch, lipids, and proteins forming V‐type starch–lipid complexes or ternary starch–lipid–protein complexes of larger molecular size and greater structural order. Complexes between starch and lipids have been the subject of intensive research for over half a century, whereas the study of starch–lipid–protein complexes is a relatively new field with only a limited amount of knowledge being gained so far. The formation of these complexes can significantly affect the functional and nutritional properties of finished food products in terms of flavor, texture, shelf life, and digestibility. This article provides a comprehensive review of starch–lipid and starch–lipid–protein complexes, including their classification, factors affecting their formation and structure, and preparative and analytical methods. The review also considers how complexes affect the physicochemical and functional properties of starch, including digestibility, and potential applications in the food industry.     

多糖与多酚相互作用机制及其对多酚特性的影响研究进展

随着多酚、多糖营养和功能特性研究的日益深入,多酚与多糖间相互作用及其机制引起食品学术界的广泛关注。本文对多酚与多糖间的非共价相互作用和共价相互作用及机制、影响因素及其对多酚理化特性、功能特性的影响进行综述,并对两者相互作用在食品加工中的应用进行展望。     

A review of the structure,function, and application of plant-based protein–phenolic conjugates and complexes

Interactions between plant-based proteins (PP) and phenolic compounds (PC) occur naturally in many food products. Recently, special attention has been paid to the fabrication of PP–PC conjugates or complexes in model systems with a focus on their effects on their structure, functionality, and health benefits. Conjugates are held together by covalent bonds, whereas complexes are held together by noncovalent ones. This review highlights the nature of protein–phenolic interactions involving PP. The interactions of these PC with the PP in model systems are discussed, as well as their impact on the structural, functional, and health-promoting properties of PP. The PP in conjugates and complexes tend to be more unfolded than in their native state, which often improves their functional attributes. PP–PC conjugates and complexes often exhibit improved in vitro digestibility, antioxidant activity, and potential allergy-reducing activities. Consequently, they may be used as antioxidant emulsifiers, edible film additives, nanoparticles, and hydrogels in the food industry. However, studies focusing on the application of PP–PC conjugates and complexes in real foods are still scarce. Further research is therefore required to determine the structure–function relationships of PP–PC conjugates and complexes that may influence their application as functional ingredients in the food industry.     

蛋白质微胶的制备、形成机制及应用

蛋白质微胶具有优异的尺寸效应、生物兼容性和疏水分子荷载能力,可望成为新一代功能性食品配料。本文对蛋白微胶的制备技术,形成机制及调控进行了综述,重点讨论蛋白质聚集行为控制与蛋白质微胶形成的关系;提出营养微胶的概念;对蛋白质微胶形成时蛋白与植物多酚的相互作用进行了分析;阐述了蛋白质微胶的界面吸附行为和凝胶特性及其在真实食品体系的应用情况。     

Protein‐Based Delivery Systems for the Nanoencapsulation of Food Ingredients

Many proteins possess functional attributes that make them suitable for the encapsulation of bioactive agents, such as nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals. This article reviews the state of the art of protein‐based nanoencapsulation approaches. The physicochemical principles underlying the major techniques for the fabrication of nanoparticles, nanogels, and nanofibers from animal, botanical, and recombinant proteins are described. Protein modification approaches that can be used to extend their functionality in these nanocarrier systems are also described, including chemical, physical, and enzymatic treatments. The encapsulation, retention, protection, and release of bioactive agents in different protein‐based nanocarriers are discussed. Finally, some of the major challenges in the design and fabrication of protein‐based delivery systems are highlighted.     

蛋白质与多酚的相互作用在食品运载体系中的研究进展

由蛋白质与多酚相互作用形成的食品运载体系因其良好的生物相容性和抗氧化活性而受到越来越多的的关注。本文主要阐述了蛋白质与多酚相互作用的机制及其复合物的功能特性,重点介绍了蛋白质-多酚运载体系的特性以及其在功能活性物质缓释载体、乳液稳定剂和功能性薄膜中的应用,并基于目前与蛋白质-多酚相互作用有关的食品运载体系形式较少、配合物研究单一以及复合物缺乏安全性评估等问题提出了见解,以期为拓展蛋白质-多酚复合物在食品运载体系中的应用提供参考依据。     

Preparation and potential applications of casein–polysaccharide conjugates: a review

Glycation of casein and caseinates with polysaccharides via Maillard reaction is a simple and environmentally safe way to prepare new food ingredients of improved functional properties. Sodium caseinate has been used mainly to prepare conjugates with several polysaccharides particularly maltodextrins and dextrans. The functional properties of these conjugates are influenced by the used polysaccharides and heating conditions. Under optimal heating conditions substantial improvements have been evident in their emulsification and foam properties of these conjugates. Casein–polysaccharide conjugates have several potential applications in food processing and microencapsulation. This article gives an overview on their formation and potential uses. © 2019 Society of Chemical Industry     

Interactions between cell wall polysaccharides and polyphenols

In plant-based food systems such as fruits, vegetables, and cereals, cell wall polysaccharides and polyphenols co-exist and commonly interact during processing and digestion. The noncovalent interactions between cell wall polysaccharides and polyphenols may greatly influence the physicochemical and nutritional properties of foods. The affinity of cell wall polysaccharides with polyphenols depends on both endogenous and exogenous factors. The endogenous factors include the structures, compositions, and concentrations of both polysaccharides and polyphenols, and the exogenous factors are the environmental conditions such as pH, temperature, ionic strength, and the presence of other components (e.g., protein). Diverse methods used to directly characterize the interactions include NMR spectroscopy, size-exclusion chromatography, confocal microscopy, isothermal titration calorimetry, molecular dynamics simulation, and so on. The un-bound polyphenols are quantified by liquid chromatography or spectrophotometry after dialysis or centrifugation. The adsorption of polyphenols by polysaccharides is mostly driven by hydrophobic interactions and hydrogen bonding, and can be described by various isothermal models such as Langmuir and Freundlich equations. Quality attributes of various food and beverage products (e.g., wine) can be significantly affected by polysaccharide–polyphenol interactions. Nutritionally, the interactions play an important role in the digestive tract of humans for the metabolism of both polyphenols and polysaccharides.     

亚临界水提取植物源生物活性物质的研究进展

植物源生物活性物质如多酚、多糖等,因具有抗氧化和抗肿瘤等特性在功能性和保健食品中发挥着重要作用.多糖、多酚类物质通过氢键、疏水键等非共价键与蛋白质、脂质等物质在植物组织中紧密结合.如何利用绿色高效的方法从植物组织中提取生物活性成分已成为食品行业的研究热点.亚临界水不仅与有机溶剂溶解生物活性物质的能力接近,能削弱多糖、多...     

蛋白质-多糖共价复合物

蛋白质和多糖在控制条件下通过Maillard反应可发生一定程度的复合,而且复合物具有良好的功能性。因此,该课题成为近年来国外食品科学界的一个研究焦点。简要介绍了近年来国外在该领域进行的部分研究工作,包括复合反应的基本形式和主要影响因素,复合产物对蛋白质溶解性、乳化性能、抗氧化性能以及抗菌性能等的影响,并指出作为性能良好的多功能食品添加剂,蛋白质与多糖的共价复合物的研制和应用必将有着良好的前景。     

Complexation between milk proteins and polysaccharides via electrostatic interaction: principles and applications – a review

This article details recent research conducted on the complexation between milk proteins and polysaccharides and the properties of the complexes, and the application of such relationships to the food industry. Complexation between proteins and polysaccharides through electrostatic interactions gives either soluble complexes in a stable solution or insoluble complexes, leading to phase separation. The formation and the stability of these complexes are influenced by pH, ionic strength, ratio of protein to polysaccharide, charge density of protein and polysaccharide as well as processing conditions (temperature, shearing and time). The functional properties of milk proteins, such as solubility, surface activity, conformational stability, gel‐forming ability, emulsifying properties and foaming properties, are improved through the formation of complexes with polysaccharides. These changes in the functional properties provide opportunities to create new ingredients for the food industry.     

Delivery by Design (DbD): A Standardized Approach to the Development of Efficacious Nanoparticle‐ and Microparticle‐Based Delivery Systems

The design and development of nanoparticle‐ and microparticle‐based delivery systems for the encapsulation, protection, and controlled release of active agents has grown considerably in the agrochemical, cosmetic, food, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries. These colloidal delivery systems can be utilized to overcome problems such as poor solubility, low activity, and chemical instability of active agents, as well as to create novel functional attributes such as controlled or targeted delivery. The purpose of this article is to develop a systematic approach, referred to as “delivery‐by‐design” (DbD), to make the design and fabrication process more efficient and effective. Initially, a brief review of some of the challenges associated with incorporating active agents into commercial products is given, and then an overview of different kinds of simple and complex colloidal delivery systems is given. The DbD approach is then presented as a series of stages: (1) definition of the molecular and physicochemical properties of the active agent; (2) definition of the required physicochemical, sensory, and functional attributes of the end‐product; (3) specification of the required attributes of the colloidal delivery system; (4) specification of particle properties and delivery system selection; (5) optimization of delivery system manufacturing process; (6) establishment and implementation of delivery system testing protocol; and (7) optimization of delivery system performance. Utilization of the DbD approach may lead to more rapid design of efficacious and economically viable colloidal delivery systems for commercial applications.     

Interactions between polyphenols and macromolecules: quantification methods and mechanisms

Non-covalent and covalent associations of polyphenols with food macromolecules are two of the most fundamental factors affecting the quality of polyphenol-rich food products. This review therefore describes the biochemical bases of associations between polyphenols and macromolecules, that is, proteins and polysaccharides. Our intent is to provide a level of understanding that can be used to underpin future research directions. This will help to resolve existing issues that limit organoleptic and nutritional qualities of polyphenol-rich foods and drinks. It will also allow a better understanding of the functional consequences of these interactions on food/biological systems. The methods used to study non-covalent and covalent interactions are described, and the limiting factors of each method are emphasized. The biochemical mechanisms of interaction between polyphenols and macromolecules are also described. In processed food, non-covalent polyphenol/macromolecule interactions are largely due to weak associations, and result from a combination of hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions. The biochemical mechanisms for covalent interactions involve oxidation of phenolic compounds, whether enzymatically mediated or not, with the formation of o-quinones or o-semi-quinones, or the cleavage of procyanidin interflavanic bonds in acid medium with the formation of carbocations. The effects of factors such as polyphenol structure, macromolecule structure, relative concentrations of both polyphenol and macromolecule, solvent composition, ionic strength, temperature, and pH are discussed.     

Interactions between milk proteins and polyphenols: Binding mechanisms,related changes,and the future trends in the dairy industry

The biological activity and techno-functional properties of phenolic compounds have gained great importance due to the epidemiologically-proved health benefits. Use of polyphenols as fortification agents for functional food production and nanotechnological approaches using natural vehicles for polyphenol delivery have been recently discussed. In this respect, milk proteins and dairy products represent unique characteristics for polyphenol studies. The conflicting results on the functionality of polyphenols interacting with milk proteins either in model systems or in complex dairy matrices reveal the need for future studies.     

食品基质及加工方式对多酚生物利用度影响的研究进展

酚类化合物是植物性食品中的重要成分,具有多种功能活性,但因其生物利用度低,不能在体内完全发挥其生物活性。因此寻找到一条有效的途径来提高其生物利用率非常必要。本文综述了多糖、蛋白质、脂质三种食品基质及不同加工方式对多酚生物利用度的影响,以期为食品加工中提高多酚生物利用度提供借鉴和思考。