journal article·2024-09-14Open access

The Structural Modification of Jackfruit Leaf Proteins (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam.) by High-Intensity Ultrasound Alters Their Techno-Functional Properties and Antioxidant Capacity

Frida Zoé Ragazzo-Calderón, Maricarmen Iñiguez-Moreno, Montserrat Calderón-Santoyo, Juan Arturo Ragazzo-Sánchez

Applied Sciences· Volume 14· Issue 18

Abstract

(1) Background: Jackfruit leaves (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam.) are rich in proteins but are under-utilized in the food industry due to their poor sensory properties and low solubility. High-intensity ultrasound (HIU) can enhance protein solubility by disrupting internal interactions and altering protein structures, making them more suitable for industrial applications. (2) Methods: This study aimed to modify the structure of jackfruit leaf proteins using HIU at different powers (600, 840, and 1080 W) and treatment times (10, 15, and 20 min). This research also characterized the amino acid composition and the techno-functional and antioxidant properties of the modified proteins. (3) Results: The HIU treatments significantly improved the foaming capacity and enhanced the emulsion stability within the proteins treated at 1080 W for 15 min, which showed a monomodal size distribution profile. Additionally, the modified proteins exhibited a higher antioxidant capacity compared to the native protein. (4) Conclusions: These findings suggest that structurally modified proteins from jackfruit leaves could be directly utilized in the formulation of emulsions or as foam stabilizers, offering added benefits to consumers due to their significant antioxidant properties.
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OpenAlex topics: Proteins in Food Systems · Food composition and properties · Biochemical effects in animals

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Affiliations

Laboratorio Integral de Investigación en Alimentos, Tecnológico Nacional de México/Instituto Tecnológico de Tepic, Av. Tecnológico 2595, Tepic 63175, Nayarit, Mexico

Tecnologico de Monterrey, Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Ave. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501, Monterrey 64849, Nuevo Leon, Mexico

Tecnologico de Monterrey, Institute of Advanced Materials for Sustainable Manufacturing, Ave. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501, Monterrey 64849, Nuevo Leon, Mexico

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