Insight in protein (micro)structural organisation and consequences for macronutrient in vitro digestion kinetics of plant-based beverages KU Leuven
Plant-based beverages are basically emulsified systems containing macronutrients such as proteins, lipids, and/or carbohydrates and can be consumed by people following any type of diet (e.g. vegans, vegetarians, flexitarians, or lactose-free diets). These products are commercialised as (i) ready-to-drink beverages or (ii) in the form of protein-rich powders that can be dispersed in water before consumption. Therefore, they can be quickly and ...