Phytosterol esters can effectively decrease serum cholesterol concentration in the human body and prevent cardio-cerebrovascular diseases.It was found that phytosterol esters exhibited better solubility and bioavailab...Phytosterol esters can effectively decrease serum cholesterol concentration in the human body and prevent cardio-cerebrovascular diseases.It was found that phytosterol esters exhibited better solubility and bioavailability than free phytosterols.In recent years,phytosterol esters have attracted increasing attention.However,during food processing,phytosterol esters are susceptible to degradation at high temperatures,resulting in certain losses and formation of potentially harmful substances for humans.This paper reviews the relevant literatures and updates on the thermal oxidation stability of phytosterol esters in recent years from the following aspects:(i)Sources,physiological activities,and applications of phytosterol esters;(ii)Oxidation mechanism of phytosterol esters;(iii)Effects of phytosterols species,the volume of addition,food matrix,heating temperature and time,and antioxidants on the thermal loss and oxidation stability of phytosterol esters.The research progress on the safety of phytosterol esters is also discussed in detail.Additionally,the prospects for future research are highlighted.展开更多
Phytosterols are a class of plant-derived steroids that possess a variety of health benefits.However,their application is limited by inadequate oil solubility and limited bioaccessibility.Consequently,numerous studies...Phytosterols are a class of plant-derived steroids that possess a variety of health benefits.However,their application is limited by inadequate oil solubility and limited bioaccessibility.Consequently,numerous studies have focused on modifying the structure of phytosterols to address these limitations.However,only the phytosterols and phytosterol esters(PEs)have been recognized for their safety in many countries and region globally.Therefore,this review focuses on the latest research progress and findings concerning the artificial preparation of PEs in the past five years.A comprehensive evaluation has been conducted by comparing the advantages and disadvantages of different preparation methods.Although recent evidence has revealed multiple functional properties of phytosterols,such as cholesterol-lowering,anti-cancer,anti-inflammatory,and antioxidant effects,a more in-depth exploration of the mechanistic understanding of these properties is required.In particular,the review describes the significant role of phytosterols and PEs in applications such as foods,skin care products and pharmaceuticals.In the future,it is necessary to scientifically design eco-friendly and high-efficiency PE preparation methods to broaden their application and enhance their value.展开更多
基金The authors sincerely acknowledge the financial support from the basic research project of the key scientific research projects of colleges and universities in Henan Province(21zx010).
文摘Phytosterol esters can effectively decrease serum cholesterol concentration in the human body and prevent cardio-cerebrovascular diseases.It was found that phytosterol esters exhibited better solubility and bioavailability than free phytosterols.In recent years,phytosterol esters have attracted increasing attention.However,during food processing,phytosterol esters are susceptible to degradation at high temperatures,resulting in certain losses and formation of potentially harmful substances for humans.This paper reviews the relevant literatures and updates on the thermal oxidation stability of phytosterol esters in recent years from the following aspects:(i)Sources,physiological activities,and applications of phytosterol esters;(ii)Oxidation mechanism of phytosterol esters;(iii)Effects of phytosterols species,the volume of addition,food matrix,heating temperature and time,and antioxidants on the thermal loss and oxidation stability of phytosterol esters.The research progress on the safety of phytosterol esters is also discussed in detail.Additionally,the prospects for future research are highlighted.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(JUSRP622007)the Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province.
文摘Phytosterols are a class of plant-derived steroids that possess a variety of health benefits.However,their application is limited by inadequate oil solubility and limited bioaccessibility.Consequently,numerous studies have focused on modifying the structure of phytosterols to address these limitations.However,only the phytosterols and phytosterol esters(PEs)have been recognized for their safety in many countries and region globally.Therefore,this review focuses on the latest research progress and findings concerning the artificial preparation of PEs in the past five years.A comprehensive evaluation has been conducted by comparing the advantages and disadvantages of different preparation methods.Although recent evidence has revealed multiple functional properties of phytosterols,such as cholesterol-lowering,anti-cancer,anti-inflammatory,and antioxidant effects,a more in-depth exploration of the mechanistic understanding of these properties is required.In particular,the review describes the significant role of phytosterols and PEs in applications such as foods,skin care products and pharmaceuticals.In the future,it is necessary to scientifically design eco-friendly and high-efficiency PE preparation methods to broaden their application and enhance their value.
