Hamad Rafique: Oat Protein, Gebunden
Oat Protein
- Processing, Function, and Applications
- Publisher:
- John Wiley & Sons Inc, 06/2026
- Binding:
- Gebunden
- Language:
- Englisch
- ISBN-13:
- 9781394369492
- Item number:
- 12587767
- Volume:
- 224 Pages
- Release date:
- 25.6.2026
- Note
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Caution: Product is not in German language
Blurb
Unlock oat protein's full potential from extraction to food application
Oat protein offers a hypoallergenic, gluten-free alternative with 12-20% protein content and a balanced amino acid profile, yet extraction challenges and limited consolidated research have slowed its adoption. Oat Protein: Processing, Function, and Applications provides a focused, data-driven treatment of oat protein's structural properties, nutritional benefits, functional characteristics, and role in sustainable plant-based food systems.
The book examines bioactive peptides associated with potential role in chronic disease prevention, emulsification behavior, and solubility characteristics that inform formulation decisions. Processing techniques such as enzymatic hydrolysis are evaluated for improving functional properties. Case studies on oat milk and vegan cheeses illustrate real-world applications, while carbon footprint analysis connects product development to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Readers will also find:
- Comparative analysis of oat protein with soy, pea, and lupin proteins covering consumer acceptance, allergenicity, and environmental impact
- Strategies for incorporating oat protein into dairy alternatives, plant-based meats, and gluten-free baked products formulations
- Detailed coverage of oat protein's amino acid composition including essential amino acids such as lysine, valine, and isoleucine for nutritional evaluation
- Examination of extraction and isolation methods addressing scalability challenges faced during industrial oat protein production
- Insights into how oat protein transitions from a processing byproduct into a primary functional ingredient
This book serves food scientists, nutritionists, and industry professionals working in food processing, dietary supplement formulation, or ingredient development. It equips readers with the scientific foundation and practical strategies needed to evaluate, extract, and apply oat protein across diverse product categories.
