Algae as Food in Europe: An Overview of Species Diversity and Their Application

Algae have been consumed for millennia in several parts of the world as food, food supplements, and additives, due to their unique organoleptic properties and nutritional and health benefits. Algae are sustainable sources of proteins, minerals, and fiber, with well-balanced essential amino acids, pi...

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Main Authors: Madalena Caria Mendes, Sofia Navalho, Alice Ferreira, Cristina Paulino, Daniel Figueiredo, Daniel Silva, Fengzheng Gao, Florinda Gama, Gabriel Bombo, Rita Jacinto, Susana S. Aveiro, Peter S. C. Schulze, Ana Teresa Gonçalves, Hugo Pereira, Luisa Gouveia, Rita F. Patarra, Maria Helena Abreu, Joana L. Silva, João Navalho, João C. S. Varela, Lais Galileu Speranza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-06-01
Series:Foods
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/11/13/1871