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Development Of A Process Approach For Retaining Seaweed Sugar Kelp (Saccharina Latissima) Nutrients, Emily Duran-Frontera
Development Of A Process Approach For Retaining Seaweed Sugar Kelp (Saccharina Latissima) Nutrients, Emily Duran-Frontera
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Sugar kelp (Saccharina latissima) is a marine macroalgae that contains a rich source of fibers, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. However, systematic studies on the effects of dehydration and drying on the kelp composition and quality attributes are limited. The aim of this research is to investigate the effects of process parameters of a convective air-oven on the quality and nutritional attributes of dried sugar kelp. The study evaluated the effects of hot air drying temperature, humidity and time on the physicochemical properties (water activity, moisture content, pH, color, water holding capacity, oil holding capacity, ash content, fat content and vitamin …