<b>Bioactive properties of microencapsulated anthocyanins from </b><b><i>Vaccinium floribundum</i></b><b> and </b><b><i>Rubus glaucus</i></b>

The extracts from <i>V. floribundum</i> and <i>R. glaucus</i> were microencapsulated using maltodextrin as the carrier agent through a spray-drying process. The microcapsules were characterized using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) to assess their chemical and morphological properties. The biological activities of these microencapsulated anthocyanins were evaluated for their antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti inflammatory effects. The results indicated enhanced bioactivity of the microencapsulated anthocyanins, suggesting their potential use in developing functional foods and pharmaceuticals.