#$%^&*AU2014200526A120140220.pdf#####Abstract The present invention relates to methods for improving the 5 microbiological safety and stability of foods by the use of food-grade micelles that encapsulate antimicrobial agents. The invention also relates to the food compositions thus obtained. 10 Figure 1116 Figures Hydrophilic head Figure 1 Chalkalaka, Inoculate with E.coli -- Micelles on TBX 1000 .. ... ....... 1 0 0u ~ . . . . . ........... 1 0 1 3 5 7 9 Time/days Figure 2