Duckweed protein: Extraction, modification, and potential application

Duckweed contains high protein levels and offers a sustainable alternative to conventional crops.

• Duckweed can grow rapidly in various environments, including household tanks and large lagoons, without using arable land.
• It is rich in essential amino acids, especially branched-chain amino acids, which are important for human health.
• Extraction methods like ultrasound and enzymatic techniques improve protein yield compared to traditional methods.
• Challenges such as low protein solubility can be addressed through various protein modification techniques.
• Duckweed proteins may serve as functional food ingredients due to their unique properties.
• The review covers patents and regulations related to duckweed protein, highlighting gaps in current literature.

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