date:May 04, 2016
f compounds that occur in plant foods may have antioxidant properties in the body which include vitamin E, vitamin C, carotenoids, flavonoids, and other phenolic compounds. Incorporation of such compounds in beverages will enhance their health promoting properties. Probiotic fortification is a well-established approach to produce beverages with functional properties. Probiotic beverages are considered a promising alternative to probiotic dairy products, since these food formulations can better m