Exopolysaccharides In Milk And Dairy Products As A Functional Component
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Polysaccharides produced out of cell wall by some lactic acid bacteria strains are called exopolysaccharides. The synthesized exopolysaccharide amount and the characters are influenced by environmental conditions such as incubation time, pH and temperature. Exopolysaccharides may be used primarily in many areas of food industry due to functional properties. Exopolisaccharides improves appearance, flavor, viscosity and the organoleptic properties of fermented milk products such as cheese and yogurt. It was also reported that exopolysaccharides can be used as functional starter cultures in yogurt. Structural defects occurred in reduced-fat dairy products may be reduced by using exopolysaccharide. Moreover, prebiotics activity has been reported with some exopolysaccharides. At the same time, it is also reported that EPS show antitumor, antiulcer, anti-viral and cholesterol-lowering activity contributing positively to human health. Besides all these features, the lack of any restrictions on exopolysaccharide consumption and absence of any allergic reactions increase the possibilities of feeding sensitive individuals. In this study, the possibilities of exopolysaccharides use as a functional component in milk and dairy products will be discussed in the light of current studies.
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