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AI InsightUsing selected recent literature, the advantages, limitations, and application potential of different microencapsulation strategies are discussed, highlighting current trends and future perspectives for the development of functional delivery systems.
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Abstract
Microencapsulation has emerged as a key enabling technology for protecting bioactive compounds against degradation and for improving their stability, bioavailability and controlled release. Bioactive compounds such as phenolics, carotenoids, essential oils, vitamins, and bioactive lipids are highly sensitive to environmental factors including heat, oxygen, light, and pH. This review summarizes fundamental concepts of microencapsulation, commonly used wall materials, major encapsulation techniques, and release mechanisms, with a particular focus on food-related applications. Using selected recent literature, the advantages, limitations, and application potential of different microencapsulation strategies are discussed, highlighting current trends and future perspectives for the development of functional delivery systems.