In the interest of getting a functional and non-dairy food product which improves human health, this research was conducted to obtain an edible gel containing probiotic Lactobacillus fermentum A15, bioactive compounds from autochthonous Mexican fruit known as chicozapote (Manilkara zapota). Probiotic pulp were encapsulated separately by means spray-drying process later incorporated into matrix....

Botanical beverages are the latest trend in health drink industry. Natural plant extracts bring many benefits. The objective of this research was to investigate changes biological activity sapodilla (Manilkara zapota) leaf powder production and extraction for functional food applications. first investigation determined effect different ages. leaves were dried using a hot air oven. After extract...