Alternative Proteins as a Source of Bioactive Peptides: The Edible Snail and Generation of Hydrolysates Containing Peptides with Bioactive Potential for Use as Functional Foods.

ABSTRACT: Members of the Phylum Mollusca include shellfish such as oysters and squid but also the edible garden snail known as Helix aspersa. This snail species is consumed as a delicacy in countries including France (where they are known as petit-gris), southern Spain (where they are known as Bobe), Nigeria, Greece, Portugal and Italy but is not a traditional food in many other countries. However, it is considered an excellent protein source with a balanced amino acid profile and an environmentally friendly, sustainable protein source. The aim of this work was to develop a different dietary form of snail protein by generating protein hydrolysate ingredients from the edible snail using enzyme technology. A second aim was to assess the bioactive peptide content and potential health benefits of these

SUBMITTER: Hayes M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7912061 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature