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Physicochemical properties, modifications and applications of starches from different botanical sources

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Present trends towards technologies and processes that increase the use of residues make starchy vegetal biomass an important alternative material in various applications due to starch’s versatility, low cost and ease of use when its physicochemical properties are altered. Starch is increasingly used in many industrial applications and as a renewable energy resource. Starch can be modified to enhance its positive attributes and eliminate deficiencies in its native characteristics. In this article, the state of knowledge on conventional and unconventional starches and their properties, characteristics, modifications and applications are reviewed.

Source: Food Science and Technology

DOI: 10.1590/1678-457x.6749

Authors: Sylvia Carolina Alcázar-Alay, Maria Angela Almeida Meireles

Institution: Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP)

Language: English

Topic: Food composition and properties

Subfield: Nutrition and Dietetics

Field: Nursing

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $750