Concentration and Purifi cation of Yacon (Smallanthus sonchifolius) Root Fructooligosaccharides Using Membrane Technology

Yacon is a perennial plant originating from the Andean region whose roots have been receiving increased att ention due to their high content of prebiotic fructooligosaccharides (FOS). Apart from many health benefi ts, FOS have interesting characteristics as food ingredients, so are used as sugar sub...

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Main Authors: Isabel Cristina Tessaro, Caciano Pelayo Zapata Noreña, Maria Julia Ledur Alles
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Zagreb 2015-01-01
Series:Food Technology and Biotechnology
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Online Access:http://hrcak.srce.hr/file/206920