Potencial das bebidas vegetais com ênfase a base na utilização de arroz: uma revisão

Abstract

Plant extracts have received a significant interest over the years due to an increase of consumers who are lactose intolerant, vegetarians and/or vegans, or even people who are looking for healthier and more natural eating habits. This work aimed to collect data on rice beverages, evaluate their market potential, and understand their use for possible health applications. It was observed that rice plant extract, in its different types of products and by-products, has a promising market niche, competing with other plantbased drinks. Rice drinks are the least allergenic among non-dairy drinks. They have a light, sweet taste, and they are similar to cow's milk in terms of calories and whitish color. Despite having properties that favor the intolerant, rice drinks have contraindications for people with diabetes because of the high content of carbohydrates in their composition. The current literature does not offer enough information that demonstrates the efficiency of plantbased beverages to replace milk. However, the food industry has been extensively working with health professionals to produce products with less allergenic effects, high nutritional content, and good sensory attributes to attract consumers to plant-based beverages.