Development of W/O emulsion for encapsulation of “Pitanga” (Eugenia uniflora L.) leaf hydroethanolic extract: droplet size, physical stability and rheology
Abstract:The low chemical stability under environmental conditions of "Pitanga" leaf hydroethanolic extract (PLHE) can limit its application in industrial scale. It is known that this extract has high antioxidant and antimicrobial activities and that it must be stored under special conditions or encapsulated into W/O emulsions. The objective of this research was to encapsulate PLHE in a W/O emulsion, analyzing the effect of the concentration of the emulsifier and phase ratios on its droplet size, physical stability and… Show more
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