Carrageenans are a group of biopolymers widely found in red seaweeds. Commercial
carrageenans have been traditionally used as emulsifiers, stabilizers, and thickening and …

Polysaccharide-based hydrocolloids (PBHs) are a group of water-soluble polysaccharides
with high molecular weight hydrophilic long-chain molecules, which are widely employed in …

Hydrocolloids are important food additives and have potential regulatory effects on gut
microbiota. The development of colitis is closely related to changes in gut microbiota. The …

Food 3D printing targets special consumers, such as children, elderly individuals and
patients. For food 3D printing, soy protein isolate hydrogels are widely used but have …

Versatility of the anionic algal polysaccharide carrageenan has long been discussed and
explored, especially for their affinity towards water molecules. While this feature is …

Marine polysaccharides (MPs) are exceptional bioactive materials that possess unique
biochemical mechanisms and pharmacological stability, making them ideal for various …

Supplementation of certain bioactive dietary fibers could alleviate obesity induced by a high-
fat diet, whereas whether the responses of different polysaccharides are consistent remains …

Carrageenan is a common additive, but mounting studies have reported that it may cause or
aggravate inflammation in the intestines. The safety of carrageenan remains controversial …

Collectively known as eucheumatoids, Eucheuma denticulatum, Kappaphycus alvarezii, K.
malesianus, and K. striatus are the main farmed seaweed species in the Philippines. The …

Current plant-based foods use plant proteins as a key structuring and texturing ingredient.
The use of water for extraction can replace conventional protein extraction methods. Water …