Valorization of whey proteins and beetroot peels to develop a functional beverage high in proteins and antioxidants

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Adequate protein and antioxidant intake are crucial for everyone, particularly athletes, to promote muscle performance and prevent muscle damage. Whey proteins are high-quality proteins with high digestibility and bioavailability; beetroot peels are an abundant antioxidant source.

Methods

The present study was designated to develop a functional beverage based on mixing whey protein isolate (5%) with different concentrations of beetroot peel water extract (1, 2.5, and 5%) and flavored with strawberries puree (5%). In addition, we examined the stability of the physicochemical parameters and the bioactive components of the beverages during cold storage (4°C) for 14 days.

Results and discussion

Whey protein isolates enriched the juices with stable protei

SUBMITTER: Abdo E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9795000 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature