Nutrient-rich algal innovation: exploring the amino acid profile, flavor, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, and cytotoxic properties of Chara corallina protein sauce powder.
BACKGROUND The exploration of sustainable and functional plant-based protein sources has gained momentum amid rising global demands for health-oriented food innovations. This study investigates the nutritional and biofunctional properties of a powdered protein sauce derived from Chara corallina, a freshwater macroalga...