Role of Natural Textile Dyes in Food and Nutrition

Key Points

• This research focuses on evaluating the role of natural textile dyes as alternatives to synthetic colorants in food and nutrition.
• Examined various natural textile dyes sourced from plants, animals, and microorganisms
• Analyzed the health-promoting properties of these dyes, including antioxidant and antimicrobial effects
• Compared safety profiles of natural dyes versus synthetic colorants
• Natural dyes demonstrated significant antioxidant activity compared to synthetic options (specific metrics not provided)
• Antimicrobial benefits were shown, indicating these dyes can enhance food safety
• Health-promoting properties were consistently observed in multiple natural dye sources

Abstract