Improving in vitro simulation of the stomach and intestines
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This chapter describes the application of well-established in vitro models of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Such models can be used to perform simplified experiments under uniform and well-controlled conditions. However, the models should mimic the in vivo conditions to a high degree in order to be used for functional foods design. If this is accomplished, mechanisms can be studied that underlie some of the processes occurring in the lumen of the GI tract. Several examples are given in this chapter. © 2009 Woodhead Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
TNO Identifier
954098
ISBN
9781845694
Publisher
CRC
Source title
Designing Functional Foods: Measuring and Controlling Food Structure Breakdown and Nutrient Absorption
Editor(s)
McClements, D.J.
Decker, E.A.
Decker, E.A.
Place of publication
Boca Raton
Pages
314-339
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