Regulatory Effect of Whole Egg Powder on the 3D Printing of Xanthan Gum and Lotus Root Starch Hydrogel and the Application of Encapsulated Chondroitin Sulfate
摘要
In the study, the effects of whole egg powder (WEP) on a xanthan gum (XG)-lotus root starch (LRS) composite system for 3D printing applications were investigated. Additionally, a functional food ink was developed by incorporating chondroitin sulfate under optimal conditions. The results indicated that the gels exhibited favorable viscoelastic properties at a concentration of 1% WEP, featuring a denser structure that restricted the movement of chondroitin sulfate (CS), thereby enhancing its uniform dispersion and efficacy. 3D printing tests revealed that samples containing 1% WEP closely matched the specified model dimensions, with an error margin of less than 2 mm. Electronic nose analysis showed that WEP enhanced the ink’s aroma profile, while color difference analysis indicated a minimal impact on color before and after printing. After 4 weeks of administration, swelling was reduced by 9.03% in the high-dose group compared to the osteoarthritis (OA) group. Serum levels of interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β) and interleukin-4 (IL-4) exhibited significant alterations, indicating that functional pet treats may alleviate the inflammatory state associated with osteoarthritis by promoting an anti-inflammatory response. This research highlights WEP as a promising material for 3D printing and expands its applications in the development of functional foods.
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