Innovative Applications of Polyphenols, Flavonoids, and Other Bioactives from Plant Foods
A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158). This special issue belongs to the section "Food Physics and (Bio)Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 February 2026
Special Issue Editor
Interests: ethnobotany; natural product chemistry; chromatography
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Polyphenols, including flavonoids and other bioactive compounds derived from plant-based foods, are increasingly recognized for their potential to improve food quality, functionality, and health benefits. This Special Issue focuses on the innovative applications of these naturally occurring compounds in the development of functional foods, nutraceuticals, and clean-label food products. This Special Issue welcomes the submission of original research articles and comprehensive reviews that explore novel extraction methods, formulation technologies, bioavailability enhancement, and the incorporation of these compounds into food products. Topics of interest include the roles of these compounds, as well as the extracts rich in them, in food preservation, enhancing sensory quality, preventing chronic diseases, modulating gut health, and promoting sustainability. By bringing together interdisciplinary perspectives, this collection aims to deepen scientific understanding and innovation in the application of plant-based bioactives in modern food science and technology
Dr. Jelena Živković
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- functional foods
- natural products
- bioactive compounds
- nutrients
- antioxidants
- health benefits
- food preservation
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