Microalgal Proteins and Bioactives for Food, Feed, and Other Applications

0557613 - ÚCHP 2023 RIV CH eng J - Journal Article
Lucáková, Simona - Brányiková, Irena - Hayes, M.
Microalgal Proteins and Bioactives for Food, Feed, and Other Applications.
Applied Sciences-Basel. Roč. 12, č. 9 (2022), č. článku 4402. E-ISSN 2076-3417
Grant - others:NWE(XE) NWE 639
Institutional support: RVO:67985858
Keywords : microalgae * protein * bioactive peptides
OECD category: Industrial biotechnology
Impact factor: 2.7, year: 2022
Method of publishing: Open access
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This review paper details current production of microalgae globally and isolated microalgal proteins and peptides and their associated health benefits, as well as details concerning microalgal lipids, vitamins and minerals. The use of microalgae in feed is discussed, along with potential uses in other applications such as cosmetics and functional foods. Microalgae are a known source of proteins, prebiotics, lipids, small molecules, anti-oxidants and bioactives with health benefits that can be harnessed for the development of functional foods, feeds, cosmeceuticals and pharmaceuticals. This review collates information on the supply, processing costs, target markets and value of microalgae, as well as microalgal proteins, lipids, vitamins and minerals. It discusses the potential impact that microalgae could have on global food and feed supply and highlights gaps that exist with regards to the use of microalgal proteins and ingredients as foods and supplements.
Permanent Link: http://hdl.handle.net/11104/0331582