Authors: D.S. Kachare, P. K. Ghadge, Sachin S. Mali
Abstract: Pectin is a naturally occurring biopolymer. It has been used successfully for many years in the food and beverage industry as a thickening agent, a gelling agent and a colloidal stabilizer. In this review, study of the role of pectin polysaccharides, including its various pharmacological activity, such as its immuno-regulatory, anti-inflammatory, hypoglycemic, antibacterial, antioxidant and antitumor activities, have been summarized. The review provides natural sources, chemical structures, biological activities, and practical applications in the food industry as well as pharmacology and different branches of medicine. Pectin has become an essential part of the research and development of natural herbs and health products due to their wide availability.
Keywords: Citrus Pectin, Source, extraction, Biological activity, glycogen regulation.
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