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ReviewFood chemistry: X2026

Recent advances in the application of polysaccharides to enhance the functional properties and extend the shelf life of milk proteins: A review.

Mohamed Aamer Abubaker, Duoduo Zhang, Haorui Ma, Runru Xiang, Yiran Wang, Abdalla Musa Elimam, Majida Al-Wraikat, Yongfeng Liu

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Review in Food chemistry: X, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Mohamed Aamer AbubakerCollege of Food Engineering and Nutritional Science, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
Duoduo ZhangCollege of Food Engineering and Nutritional Science, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
Haorui MaCollege of Food Engineering and Nutritional Science, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
Runru XiangCollege of Food Engineering and Nutritional Science, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
Yiran WangCollege of Food Engineering and Nutritional Science, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
Abdalla Musa ElimamDepartment of Biology, Faculty of Science, Al-Baha University, Al Baha 75311, Saudi Arabia.
Majida Al-WraikatCollege of Food Engineering and Nutritional Science, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
Yongfeng LiuCollege of Food Engineering and Nutritional Science, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Milk proteins are vital to dairy products, providing essential functional properties like thickening, gelling, and emulsification, along with high nutritional value. However, their stability, sensitivity to environmental conditions, and texture control pose challenges. Polysaccharides enhance milk protein functionality by improving texture, stability, and nutritional quality through mechanisms such as co-solubility, phase separation, and complex coacervation. The strength of protein-polysaccharide interactions depends on factors like pH, ionic strength, and processing conditions. Polysaccharides stabilize protein structures, reduce denaturation, and improve texture retention. This knowledge aids in developing dairy products that meet the growing demand for healthier, sustainable, and high-quality foods. Moreover, polysaccharides, particularly those from natural sources, contribute to sustainability by reducing waste and promoting biodegradable packaging. Future research on optimizing polysaccharide-protein interactions could further enhance the functionality and nutritional benefits of dairy products, catering to health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers.

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Dairy product optimizationFunctional food developmentMilk proteinsPolysaccharides

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PMID41624585
PMCPMC12859799

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