Cold pressing of oilseeds such as poppy, pumpkin, and sesame yields high-quality edible oils and generates nutritionally rich oilseed cakes that retain a certain proportion of residual oil. This study aimed to quantify the residual oil content in cold-pressed poppy, sesame, and pumpkin seed cakes and to evaluate the effect of its complete removal b...

By Tanja Krunic

Encapsulating probiotics within hydrogels is a promising approach to enhancing their protection and stability. Mechanical properties and structural integrity of hydrogels play a crucial role in maintaining carrier functionality during processing and application. In this study, the mechanical properties of hydrogels based on flaxseed cake, alginate,...

By Tanja Krunic, Natasa Obradovic

Lactobacillus plantarum has been increasingly studied and applied in the context of wound healing and wound dressings, thanks to its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and biofilm-disrupting properties. In some approaches, lyophilized (freeze-dried) L. plantarum is applied as a powder or mixed with a carrier to facilitate topical delivery. L. plant...

By Tanja Krunic, Andrea Osmokrovic

Lactobacillus acidophilus has been increasingly studied as a probiotic for allergy treatment. For probiotics to deliver their beneficial effects, they need to be present in adequate numbers, which is often achieved by immobilizing them within protective matrices. A flaxseed cake is rich in fibers, proteins, and bioactive components, which makes it ...

By Tanja Krunic