Review of Bioactive Peptides Derived from Dry-Cured Ham.

Bioactive peptides are short amino acid sequences, which can play different physiological roles when released from maternal proteins, including antioxidant, antihypertensive, antimicrobial and other biological activities. During the long -term fermentation of ham, many small molecule peptides are produced by the degradation of protein due to the action of endogenous enzymes and microorganisms. Many studies have shown that these peptides have biological activity. In this paper, the production mechanism, functional properties, preparation methods and separation and purification of bioactive peptides in ham were reviewed. The aim was to provide reference for the further development and utilization of bioactive peptides. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]