Animal Husbandry and Feed Science ›› 2025, Vol. 46 ›› Issue (2): 86-94.doi: 10.12160/j.issn.1672-5190.2025.02.011

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Advances in Research on the Bioactivities and Applications of Plant Polysaccharides

LU Shuaishuai, YANG Aoqi, XU Shuo, YUAN Yuan   

  1. College of Grain Science Technology, Shenyang Normal University, Shenyang 110034,China
  • Received:2025-02-04 Published:2025-07-09

Abstract: Plant polysaccharides are high-molecular-weight polymers composed of multiple monosaccharide units linked via glycosidic bonds. They are widely distributed in plant roots, stems, leaves, and fruits, and possess a broad spectrum of biological activities, including antimicrobial, antiviral, antitumor, immunomodulatory, hypoglycemic, and hypolipidemic effects. Owing to their structural diversity and high stability, plant polysaccharides exhibit great potential for application in the fields of medicine, food, cosmetics, and animal feed. This review systematically summarizes the molecular characteristics, extraction methods, and bioactivities of plant polysaccharides, as well as their advancements in applications across the pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic, and feed sectors. The aim is to promote the in-depth application of plant polysaccharides in diverse fields, enhance the efficient use of plant resources, and support the sustainable development of related industries.

Key words: plant polysaccharides, biological activity, medicinal and edible plants, feed additives

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