TITLE
CHARACTERIZATION, FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS OF POLYSACCHARIDES.
AUTHOR(S)
Dobromira Yaneva*, Dragomir Vassilev
ABSTRACT
The natural polysaccharides described in this study are some of the most widely used biopolymers with food, pharmaceutical, and medical applications. The fundamental understanding needed to fully utilize their potentialin in the food and pharmaceutical industries depends on the detailed study of these polysaccharide molecules. Polysaccharides such as inulin and pectin are preferred polymers due to their availability in plant raw materials. As a result, the study will provide detailed information about those natural polymers - inulin and pectin, their biological uses, functional properties and their roles in both the food and pharmaceutical sectors. This study also explores both conventional and innovative, green extraction methods, such as microwave-assisted and ultrasonic extraction, which enhance yield and reduce environmental impact. By examining the functional properties and applications of inulin and pectin, this research highlights their prominent roles in supporting healthier, more sustainable products in food and pharmaceuticals, thereby contributing to the advancement of the bioeconomy.
DOI
http://www.doi.org/10.70456/MSHM4808
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How to cite this article:
Dobromira Yaneva*, Dragomir Vassilev, CHARACTERIZATION, FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS OF POLYSACCHARIDES., UNITECH – SELECTED PAPERS - 2024