Research Progress on Functional Lipids and Their Applications in Health Food Systems
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Food Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 2013
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
I am pleased to invite you to submit your recent studies in the field of “Research Progress on Functional Lipids and Their Applications in Health Food Systems” to a Special Issue of Molecules.
In today's food industry, there is a growing emphasis on health, nutrition, and sustainability, which is driving research into functional lipids and their applications in health food systems. Functional lipids are essential for food formulation, enhancing sensory properties, and improving nutritional value. As consumer preferences shift toward healthier and more sustainable options, the study of functional lipids has become a critical area of investigation.
Key research directions include lipid crystallization and oxidation, enzymatic lipid modification, and the development of structured emulsions and lipid capsules that deliver health benefits. Despite significant advancements in our understanding of lipid chemistry and functionality, there is still a pressing need for innovative processing techniques and modifications that can enhance the nutritional profiles and sensory qualities of health food products.
This Special Issue aims to provide a platform for researchers to showcase the current and recent developments in the field of functional lipids and their applications in health food systems. We welcome original research papers and review articles that explore various aspects of lipid processing, modification, and application in the food industry.
Dr. Zhen Zhang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- lipid crystallization
- lipid oxidation
- enzymatic lipid modification
- processing
- health benefits
- structured emulsions
- lipid emulsions
- lipids capsules
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