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Review
. 2021 Nov 19;26(22):6981.
doi: 10.3390/molecules26226981.

The Ability of Near Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy to Predict Functional Properties in Foods: Challenges and Opportunities

Daniel Cozzolino  1
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The Ability of Near Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy to Predict Functional Properties in Foods: Challenges and Opportunities

Daniel Cozzolino. Molecules. .

Abstract

Near infrared (NIR) spectroscopy is considered one of the main routine analytical methods used by the food industry. This technique is utilised to determine proximate chemical compositions (e.g., protein, dry matter, fat and fibre) of a wide range of food ingredients and products. Novel algorithms and new instrumentation are allowing the development of new applications of NIR spectroscopy in the field of food science and technology. Specifically, several studies have reported the use of NIR spectroscopy to evaluate or measure functional properties in both food ingredients and products in addition to their chemical composition. This mini-review highlights and discussed the applications, challenges and opportunities that NIR spectroscopy offers to target the quantification and measurement of food functionality in dairy and cereals.

Keywords: NIR; composition; food; functionality; spectroscopy.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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The utilization of near infrared spectroscopy to measure chemical and physical properties in foods.
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