Application of the Reuterin System as Food Preservative or Health-Promoting Agent: A Critical Review

The reuterin system is a complex multi-component antimicrobial system produced by <i>Limosilactobacillus reuteri</i> by metabolizing glycerol. The system mainly includes 3-hydroxypropionaldehyde (3-HPA, reuterin), 3-HPA dimer, 3-HPA hydrate, acrolein and 3-hydroxypropionic acid, and has...

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Main Authors: Mao-Cheng Sun, Zi-Yi Hu, Dian-Dian Li, Yu-Xin Chen, Jing-Hui Xi, Chang-Hui Zhao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-12-01
Series:Foods
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/11/24/4000