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Abstract
The instability of probiotics during processing and gastrointestinal delivery severely limited their large-scale applications. Inspired by dual defense systems in nature, this study engineered a metal ion–mediated dual–polysaccharide coating system through interfacial assembly of sodium alginate and guar gum, achieving simultaneous enhancement of microenvironmental homeostasis and adhesion capacity of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum. Multidimensional characterization techniques verified the uniform deposition of the composite coating on bacterial surfaces and its favorable biocompatibility. Spectral analysis revealed that characteristic functional groups of the coatings formed hierarchically assembled networks with bacterial surface glycoproteins via multiple supramolecular interactions. Additionally, the coating exhibited precise adaptation to bacterial surface structures, significantly enhancing bacteria–coating interfacial binding strength and mucosal adhesion efficiency through molecular anchoring strategies. Crucially, the highly dense structure and polymer clustering effects within the composite coating established dual defense barriers, ensuring microenvironmental homeostasis under complex biointerfacial stresses (e.g., strong acidic environments, thermo–mechanical stress and UV irradiation). This study introduced a novel delivery strategy, establishing the foundation for the long-term survival and functional transformation of probiotics.
期刊介绍:
Food Hydrocolloids publishes original and innovative research focused on the characterization, functional properties, and applications of hydrocolloid materials used in food products. These hydrocolloids, defined as polysaccharides and proteins of commercial importance, are added to control aspects such as texture, stability, rheology, and sensory properties. The research's primary emphasis should be on the hydrocolloids themselves, with thorough descriptions of their source, nature, and physicochemical characteristics. Manuscripts are expected to clearly outline specific aims and objectives, include a fundamental discussion of research findings at the molecular level, and address the significance of the results. Studies on hydrocolloids in complex formulations should concentrate on their overall properties and mechanisms of action, while simple formulation development studies may not be considered for publication.
The main areas of interest are:
-Chemical and physicochemical characterisation
Thermal properties including glass transitions and conformational changes-
Rheological properties including viscosity, viscoelastic properties and gelation behaviour-
The influence on organoleptic properties-
Interfacial properties including stabilisation of dispersions, emulsions and foams-
Film forming properties with application to edible films and active packaging-
Encapsulation and controlled release of active compounds-
The influence on health including their role as dietary fibre-
Manipulation of hydrocolloid structure and functionality through chemical, biochemical and physical processes-
New hydrocolloids and hydrocolloid sources of commercial potential.
The Journal also publishes Review articles that provide an overview of the latest developments in topics of specific interest to researchers in this field of activity.