Microfluidization-assisted extraction enhances the functionality and in vitro bioactivity of a guar meal-derived protein isolate: a sustainable approach.

Key Points

• This research aims to improve the functionality and bioactivity of protein extracted from guar meal.
• Microfluidization-assisted extraction was employed to process guar meal-derived protein isolate.
• The study evaluated the functional properties and bioactivity at different concentrations.
• Preliminary toxicity tests were conducted at tested concentrations.
• Microfluidization significantly enhanced the functional properties of the protein isolate.
• No toxicity was observed in the protein isolate at the tested concentrations.
• Guar protein is proposed as a viable alternative for functional food formulations.