Comparative analysis of extraction methods on physicochemical and functional properties of soluble dietary fiber from thinned young apples

Key Points

• Dietary fiber quality is influenced by extraction methods used on young apples, leading to varied physicochemical properties.
• Specific extraction methods showed significant differences in the functional properties of soluble dietary fiber, indicating 30% efficacy in fiber retention rates.
• Analysis of fiber extraction techniques from thinned young apples revealed measurable differences in their physicochemical characteristics.
• Findings may lead to improved dietary fiber utilization in food products, emphasizing the importance of extraction methods.