1
|
Shen X, Zheng H, Han M, Xu X, Li B, Guo Q. Intermolecular forces regulate in-vitro digestion of whey protein emulsion gels: Towards controlled lipid release. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 649:245-254. [PMID: 37348344 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.06.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Revised: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/24/2023]
Abstract
HYPOTHESIS The utilization of emulsion-filled protein hydrogels for controlled lipid release in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) displays great potential in drug delivery and obesity treatment. However, how intermolecular interactions among protein molecules influence lipid digestion of the gels is still understudied. EXPERIMENTS Differently structured whey protein emulsion gels were fabricated by heating emulsions with blocking of disulfide bonds (the "noncovalent" gel), noncovalent interactions (the "disulfide" gel), or neither of these (the "control" gel). The intermolecular interactions-gel structure-lipid digestion relationship was investigated by characterizing structural/mechanical properties of the gels and monitoring their dynamic breakdown in a simulated GIT. FINDINGS Although the disulfide-crosslinked protein network formed thick interfacial layers around oil droplets and resisted intestinal proteolysis, the "disulfide" gel had the fastest lipolysis rate, indicating that it could not inhibit the access of lipases to oil droplets. In contrast, the "noncovalent" gel was more susceptible to in-vitro digestion than the "control" gel because of lower gel strength, resulting in a faster lipolysis rate. This demonstrated that intermolecular disulfide bonds and noncovalent interactions played distinctive roles in the digestion of the gels; they represented the structural backbone and the infill in the gel structure, respectively.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xingxing Shen
- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Food Non-Thermal Processing, Beijing 100083, China; Maanshan Safety Inspection Center for Food and Drug, Maanshan Administration for Market Regulation, Maanshan 243000, China
| | - Hao Zheng
- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Food Non-Thermal Processing, Beijing 100083, China
| | - Menghan Han
- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Food Non-Thermal Processing, Beijing 100083, China
| | - Xiyu Xu
- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Food Non-Thermal Processing, Beijing 100083, China
| | - Bingyi Li
- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Food Non-Thermal Processing, Beijing 100083, China
| | - Qing Guo
- College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; National Engineering Research Center for Fruits and Vegetables Processing, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China; Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Processing, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Food Non-Thermal Processing, Beijing 100083, China.
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Wijekoon MMJO, Mahmood K, Ariffin F, Nafchi AM, Zulkurnain M. Recent advances in encapsulation of fat-soluble vitamins using polysaccharides, proteins, and lipids: A review on delivery systems, formulation, and industrial applications. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 241:124539. [PMID: 37085081 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 04/23/2023]
Abstract
Fat-soluble vitamins (FSVs) offer a range of beneficial properties as important nutrients in human nutrition. However, the high susceptibility to environmental conditions such as high temperature, light, and oxygen leads to the degradation of these compounds. This review highlights the different formulations underlying the encapsulation of FSVs in biopolymer (polysaccharide and protein) and lipid-based micro or nanocarriers for potential applications in food and pharmaceutical industries. In particular, the function of these carrier systems in terms of encapsulation efficiency, stability, bioavailability, and bio-accessibility is critically discussed. Recently, tremendous attention has been paid to encapsulating FSVs in commercial applications. According to the chemical nature of the active compound, the vigilant selection of delivery formulation, method of encapsulation, and final application (type of food) are the key important factors to be considered in the encapsulation of FSVs to ensure a high loading capacity, stability, bioavailability, and bio-accessibility. Future studies are recommended on the effect of different vitamin types and micro and nano encapsulate sizes on bioaccessibility and biocompatibility through in vitro/in vivo studies. Moreover, the toxicity and safety evaluation of encapsulated FSVs in human health should be evaluated before commercial application in food and pharmaceuticals.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- M M Jeevani Osadee Wijekoon
- Food Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia
| | - Kaiser Mahmood
- Food Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia
| | - Fazilah Ariffin
- Food Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia; Renewable Biomass Transformation Cluster, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia.
| | - Abdorreza Mohammadi Nafchi
- Food Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia; Department of Food Science and Technology, Damghan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Damghan, Iran; Green Biopolymer, Coatings & Packaging Cluster, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia.
| | - Musfirah Zulkurnain
- Food Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia
| |
Collapse
|