Microfluidization is an innovative, nonthermal processing technology that utilizes high pressure and uniquely designed interaction chambers to subject fruit and vegetable juices to intense shear forces. This process significantly reduces particle size, leading to enhanced physical stability, improved rheological properties (such as viscosity and mouthfeel), and modified color and appearance. Crucially, microfluidization effectively inactivates microorganisms and spoilage enzymes, thereby extending shelf life without the need for high temperatures. Unlike conventional thermal pasteurization, this technology better preserves and can even enhance heat-sensitive bioactive compounds, including vitamins, phenolic compounds, and carotenoids, improving the nutritional profile and antioxidant capacity of juices. While challenges such as high energy consumption and optimization of sensory attributes remain, microfluidization presents a superior alternative to traditional methods by delivering juices with improved quality, stability, and health benefits, positioning it as a promising technology for the future of the beverage industry.

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Microfluidization of Fruit and Vegetable Juices

  • Garima Yadav,
  • Disha,
  • Pramod K. Prabhakar

摘要

Microfluidization is an innovative, nonthermal processing technology that utilizes high pressure and uniquely designed interaction chambers to subject fruit and vegetable juices to intense shear forces. This process significantly reduces particle size, leading to enhanced physical stability, improved rheological properties (such as viscosity and mouthfeel), and modified color and appearance. Crucially, microfluidization effectively inactivates microorganisms and spoilage enzymes, thereby extending shelf life without the need for high temperatures. Unlike conventional thermal pasteurization, this technology better preserves and can even enhance heat-sensitive bioactive compounds, including vitamins, phenolic compounds, and carotenoids, improving the nutritional profile and antioxidant capacity of juices. While challenges such as high energy consumption and optimization of sensory attributes remain, microfluidization presents a superior alternative to traditional methods by delivering juices with improved quality, stability, and health benefits, positioning it as a promising technology for the future of the beverage industry.