Polysaccharides from Camellia oleifera Abel: A comprehensive review of composition, extraction, bioactivity, and applications

Key Points

• Polysaccharides exhibit significant bioactivity, contributing to their diverse applications in food and medicine.
• Key components of polysaccharides include various sugars and structural features that influence their effectiveness.
• Extraction processes vary widely, impacting the yield and quality of polysaccharides derived from Camellia oleifera.
• The findings support the use of Camellia oleifera polysaccharides in functional foods and pharmaceuticals.