Probiotics and Ionic Gelation: A Revolution for Intestinal Wellness

Authors

  • Lorena Yarabi Arroyo Nevárez Tecnológico Nacional de México/Instituto Tecnológico de Durango
  • Luz Araceli Ochoa Martínez National Institute of Technology of Mexico/Durango Institute of Technology, Mexico
  • Silvia Marina González Herrera National Institute of Technology of Mexico/Durango Institute of Technology, Mexico https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0908-9844
  • Rubén Francisco González Laredo National Institute of Technology of Mexico/Durango Institute of Technology, Mexico https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6329-1413
  • Héctor Alejandro Luna Solís National Institute of Technology of Mexico/Durango Institute of Technology, Mexico
  • Gabriela Bermúdez Quiñones National Institute of Technology of Mexico/Durango Institute of Technology, Mexico https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5038-3324

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59741/agraria.v22i3.636

Keywords:

Probiotics, Encapsulation, Ionic gelation

Abstract

Encapsulation of probiotics, especially by ionic gelation, is key to optimizing their effectiveness and ensuring that they reach the intestine, where they can improve intestinal health. This technique protects probiotics from adverse conditions in the digestive system and facilitates their controlled release into the intestine, maximizing their benefit. In addition, ionic gelation is simple, inexpensive and safe, which allows its use in the production of probiotic foods and supplements. Thus, the positive impact of probiotics is enhanced, improving the balance of the microbiota and contributing to better digestion.

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2025-10-13

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Vol. 22 No. 3 (2025): En progreso (Septiembre-Diciembre de 2025)

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Probiotics and Ionic Gelation: A Revolution for Intestinal Wellness. (2025). Agraria, 22(3). https://doi.org/10.59741/agraria.v22i3.636

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