Abstract
Currently, probiotics are defined as "live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host” [1].
Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis BB-12® is one of the most common probiotics used as a food supplement [2]. Chocolate is one of the most popular and appealing culinary products, with various cocoa percentages available to consumers [3;4]. Several studies have suggested that chocolate, particularly dark chocolate, may offer health benefits due to the presence of a diverse array of bioactive compounds [5]. In this sense, a growing interest in using chocolate as a carrier for probiotic delivery has emerged.
Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis BB-12® is one of the most common probiotics used as a food supplement [2]. Chocolate is one of the most popular and appealing culinary products, with various cocoa percentages available to consumers [3;4]. Several studies have suggested that chocolate, particularly dark chocolate, may offer health benefits due to the presence of a diverse array of bioactive compounds [5]. In this sense, a growing interest in using chocolate as a carrier for probiotic delivery has emerged.
| Original language | English |
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| Number of pages | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - Jul 2023 |
| Event | Ciência 2023: I Encontro com a Ciência e Tecnologia em Portugal - Campus Universitário de Santiago, Aveiro, Portugal Duration: 5 Jul 2023 → 7 Jul 2023 |
Conference
| Conference | Ciência 2023 |
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| Country/Territory | Portugal |
| City | Aveiro |
| Period | 5/07/23 → 7/07/23 |