Considering the evident search for quick and easy food preparation, industrial and scientific communities have been investing in developing new products that fulfill this demand and may offer health benefits to consumer. Among foods that do not require much time for preparation at home, the burger deserves attention due to its high consumption. However, due to its saturated fat contents and being subjected to frying process, the excessive consumption of this product may be harmful to human health and may cause chronic diseases, including obesity and hypertension. Studies have demonstrated the possibility of ingredients substitution in the formulation intending to incorporate substances with functional properties, so that they can contribute to consumers'health and well-being. In this context, this paper describes issues related to the burger, to conceptualize the product and, in the light of the literature, to offer studied alternatives to make it healthier, focusing on replacing animal fat by fibers and on sodium chloride content reduction.
Burger; Functional food; Omega-3; Fiber; Potassium chloride