Nutraceutical Potential of Dietary Fibers from Agro-Byproducts: Extraction, Characterization, and Applications

Dietary fibers (DFs) consist of indigestible carbohydrates found in various agro-products and by-products. Increasing evidence supports that DFs play a crucial role in human metabolism, promoting health by reducing the risk of obesity, diabetes, colorectal cancer, and intestinal diseases. Consequently, DFs extracted from agro-products have garnered significant attention for their potential development into functional foods or health products. Despite the abundance of agro-byproducts, particularly from fruits and cereals, these valuable sources of DFs are often discarded, leading to environmental pollution and economic loss. Addressing this issue by recycling agro-byproducts can mitigate environmental impacts and create value-added health products, highlighting the need for further research in this area.

This research topic aims to explore the extraction and characterization of dietary fibers from agro-byproducts, evaluate their nutraceutical functionality and properties, and investigate their potential applications in functional food development. Specific questions to be addressed include: What novel techniques can be employed for the efficient extraction of DFs from agro-byproducts? How can the properties of these DFs be modified and characterized to enhance their functionality? What are the biological activities of DFs derived from agro-products and by-products? By answering these questions, the research aims to advance our understanding of the potential health benefits and applications of DFs.

To gather further insights into the extraction, characterization, and application of dietary fibers from agro-byproducts, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Novel techniques for extraction of dietary fibers from agro-byproducts
- Modification and characterization of dietary fibers from agro-byproducts
- Biological activities of dietary fibers from agro-products and agro-byproducts
- Development and application of dietary fibers from agro-byproducts

Keywords: Agro-Products Dietary; Fibers; Properties; Functionality; Applications

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