Emerging applications of hyaluronic acid in dairy and foods
Abstract
Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide with various biological functions, widely used in medicine, cosmetics, and supplements. Recently, Hyaluronic acid has gained attention as a functional ingredient in food and dairy products due to its viscoelastic and health properties. This review covers HA’s history, manufacturing technologies, structure, physicochemical and rheological properties, and its food safety status. It also explores HA’s applications in food and dairy processing, flavor enhancement, and food packaging. Finally, the review discusses future prospects and challenges for HA in the food and dairy industries.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Proteoglycans and glycosaminoglycans research
Polysaccharides Composition and Applications
Seaweed-derived Bioactive Compounds
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Discover Food
- Publisher
- Springer Science and Business Media LLC
- Volume
- 6
- Issue
- 1
- Publication date
- 17 January 2026
- Language
- EN