Klinmalai Phatthranit, Kamonpatana Pitiya, Thongpech Arisara, Sodsai Janenutch, Promhuad Khwanchat, Srisa Atcharawan, Laorenza Yeyen, Kovitvadhi Attawit, Areerat Sathita, Seubsai Anusorn, Sablani Shyam S, Harnkarnsujarit Nathdanai
Faculty of Agro-Industry, Chiang Mai University, Samut Sakhon 74000, Thailand.
Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agro-Industry, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, Thailand.
Foods. 2025 Jul 28;14(15):2640. doi: 10.3390/foods14152640.
The increasing demand for sustainable pet-food solutions has driven interest in alternative protein sources, as researchers seek to avoid allergenic foods while maintaining optimal pet nutrition. This review explores recent scientific publications, patent trends, and market trends relating to various alternative protein sources, including plant-based, aquatic, insect-derived, and cell-based sources. Their nutritional composition, functional properties, and potential benefits for pet health were assessed. Plant-based proteins, such as soy, pea, and lentils, provide essential amino acids and functional properties suitable for meat analogues. Microalgae and seaweed offer rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and bioactive compounds. Insect-based proteins such as black-soldier-fly larvae and mealworms are highly digestible and rich in essential nutrients, with additional benefits for gut health. Emerging cell-based proteins present a novel, lab-grown alternative with promising sustainability and nutritional advantages. While these protein sources offer significant benefits, challenges related to digestibility, palatability, regulatory approval, and consumer acceptance must be addressed. The emphasis of the present research is on current developments for industry uses and future potential. The analysis sheds light on the contributions of alternative protein sources to the promotion of sustainable and nutrient meals for pets.
对可持续宠物食品解决方案的需求不断增加，促使人们对替代蛋白质来源产生兴趣，因为研究人员在维持宠物最佳营养的同时，试图避免使用易致敏食物。本综述探讨了与各种替代蛋白质来源相关的最新科学出版物、专利趋势和市场趋势，包括植物性、水产、昆虫衍生和细胞性来源。评估了它们的营养成分、功能特性以及对宠物健康的潜在益处。植物性蛋白质，如大豆、豌豆和小扁豆，提供必需氨基酸以及适用于肉类替代品的功能特性。微藻和海藻富含omega-3脂肪酸、抗氧化剂和生物活性化合物。昆虫性蛋白质，如黑水虻幼虫和黄粉虫，具有高度可消化性且富含必需营养素，对肠道健康还有额外益处。新兴的细胞性蛋白质提供了一种新型的实验室培育替代品，具有可观的可持续性和营养优势。虽然这些蛋白质来源有显著益处，但与消化率、适口性、监管批准和消费者接受度相关的挑战必须得到解决。本研究的重点是当前在工业用途方面的发展以及未来潜力。该分析揭示了替代蛋白质来源对促进宠物可持续和营养膳食的贡献。
