Unravelling the complexity of milk fat globules to tailor bioinspired emulsions providing health benefits: the key role played by the biological membrane

The objectives of this invited paper are to evaluate whether the specific composition and structure of the MFGM and milk polar lipid assemblies, associated with their nutritional and health benefits, could be used to tailor functional emulsions bioinspired by the MFGM ‐coated milk fat globules. Recent knowledge about the structure of the MFGM revealing the heterogeneous distribution of proteins and the formation of ordered lipid domains rich in milk sphingomyelin and cholesterol is presented. The impacts of the unique composition and biophysical properties of m ilk polar lipids on the structure and potential functions of the MFGM are highlighted. Facing the evidence of both the functional and health benefits provided by the MFGM, the preparation of MFGM‐enriched ingredients from dairy products has recently attracted wide attention. The utilization of MFG M components to tailor the surface of processed lipid droplets in food emulsions and to develop new products providing health benefits is discussed.

Source: European Journal of Lipid Science and Technology - November 11, 2018 Category: Lipidology Authors: Christelle Lopez, Chantal Cauty, Fanny Guyomarc'h Tags: Other contribution Source Type: research