Preparation and bioactivity of probiotic-fermented lotus seed and lily bulb beverage
He Li
IntroductionLotus seeds and lily bulbs are rich in active components, including polysaccharides, flavonoids, polyphenols, and saponins, which exhibit a range of biological activities such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune-regulating properties. Consequently, lotus seeds and lily bulbs find extensive applications in the food and cosmetics industries.MethodFirst, lotus seeds, lily bulbs, and their mixtures were fermented using 19 probiotic strains including Saccharomyces and Lactobacil