Protein-Polysaccharide Complexes as Delivery Systems for Quercetin: Mechanisms, Microstructure, and Applications in High-Protein Beverages
Quercetin is a dietary flavonol, which has been reported with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. In food application, its use is limited due to low aqueous solubility, susceptibility to thermal degradation and low bioavailability. To overcome these limitations, protein-polysaccharide complexes...