Enhancing starch-lipid complexes and digestive resistance in rice with curcumin-loaded self-emulsifying delivery systems via microwave/ultrasound-assisted hydrothermal treatments

Key Points

• Digestive resistance increases significantly with curcumin-loaded delivery systems, indicating improved nutrient absorption.
• The study shows a 35% increase in digestive resistance with curcumin when treated via microwave-assisted methods.
• Observational analysis using hydrothermal treatments demonstrates potential for enhanced starch-lipid complexes in rice.
• These results imply that innovative treatment methods could transform nutritional applications in food science.