Consumers have become more interested in what they eat and more educated in the effects of eating ‘bad stuff’. There’s a new awareness of the benefits of having a healthier, more balanced diet.

We have seen growth in products containing healthier ingredients such as fibre, minerals and herbs. This has allowed manufacturers to launch new products with extra benefits, either perceived or real.

Nutraceuticals available from HWL:

Anthocyanins
Phytone UK manufactures a range of grape skin extracts, including standardised Anthocyanins with specific polyphenol contents.

Apple Extracts
Herbstreith & Fox is currently developing a range of products including apple extracts with high polyphenol contents.

Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin, a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment, is a powerful biological antioxidant. Astaxanthin exhibits strong free radical scavenging activity and protects against lipid peroxidation and oxidative damage of LDL-cholesterol, cell membranes, cells, and tissues. Astaxanthin has been the focus of a large and growing number of peer-reviewed scientific publications. Astaxanthin is available from our Hawaiian supplier, Cyanotech.

Cardio-Aid Plant Sterols
Cardio-Aid plant sterols are based on soy sterols, combined with soy protein and lecithin to produce a water-dispersible sterol ingredient. Plant sterols have a similar structure to cholesterol; when absorbed by the body, they will help block the amount of cholesterol absorbed, ultimately lowering the blood cholesterol levels. Plant sterols, however, are difficult to formulate into food products. ADM’s Cardio-Aid product allows technologists to formulate products which provide the necessary health benefits without affecting taste or texture.

Fibregum™ (Gum Acacia)
FIBREGUM™ is a natural soluble dietary fibre produced from an exudate of the Acacia Tree. It is a unique low viscosity fibre with excellent stability.

FIBREGUM™ contains in excess of 90% soluble fibre (dry matter basis) calculated using the official AOCS 985.29 method.

FIBREGUM™ offers manufacturers several advantages over other fibre sources:

FIBREGUM™ is acid resistant and has excellent stability in products such as juices and fruit products. For example Trials on a fruit juice (pH 3.2) containing 3% FIBREGUM™ stored at room temperature for 3 months showed no significant fibre loss due. Many other short chain fibres do not have good stability below pH3 and may hydrolyse rapidly over time.

FIBREGUM™ is a large molecule and is therefore fermented slowly in the gut. This helps promote the growth of bifidobacteria and lactobacilli which produce short chain fatty acids associated with various physiological benefits of the gut and overall gut health. In addition the slow fermentation means that gas production is limited and does not lead to gut discomfort often associated with other smaller molecular weight fibres.

FIBREGUM™ is easily dispersed in water and can be easily incorporated into most foods. It has a very low viscosity and a bland flavour, allowing it to be used easily in various formulations.

FIBREGUM™ is completely natural and of vegetable origin. It is GMO free, with no chemical or enzymatic modification and meets the requirements for “natural ingredient” declarations.

FIBREGUM™ has several function properties such as good film forming properties, emulsification, improving cohesion, and moderating crystal formation.

For more information see Gum Acacia

Fibres
HERBAFOOD, a division of Herbstreith & Fox, has a range of apple and citrus derived fibres, including Herbacel AQ Plus Citrus Fibre. These fibres have very high water-holding capacity and have shown to sequester heavy metals, as well as promoting good intestinal health.

Fibresol-2
Fibresol-2 is a unique low-viscosity fibre that is highly soluble, yet contributes very little to taste or texture. This resistant Maltodextrin will readily disperse and dissolve in water to form clear transparent solutions. It is very stable, yet contributes significantly to the analytical fibre content of products.

Fibresol-2 also helps promote healthy gut bacteria and good intestinal and overall health. Fibresol-2, manufactured by ADM for Matsutani Japan, is available from HWL ex stock.

Hawaiian Spirulina
Hawaiian Spirulina is a micro-algae that is high in all-vegetable protein, rich in beta carotene, iron, vitamin B-12 and the rare, essential fatty acid, GLA. It offers a striking profile of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients.
Spirulina beta carotene is ten times more concentrated than carrots. Spirulina also has the broad range of amino acids, along with iron.

Spirulina contains the essential fatty acid Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which is an essential component of breast milk. Scientists are discovering the benefits of polysaccharides, sulfolipids and glycolipids, and the rainbow of natural pigments that give spirulina a deep green colour.

Green (chlorophyll), blue (phycocyanin) and orange (carotenoids) colours collect the sun's energy and power growth. Chlorophyll is a natural cleanser and is often referred to as nature's green magic.

HWL can supply Cyanotech Hawaiian Spirulina ex stock.

Minerals
Minerals are the essential building blocks in the body, having dramatic effects on both health and sports performance.

See our minerals section for more information.

Lecithin
Lecithin, in liquid or granular form, is often taken to reduce the absorption of cholesterol and to provide choline and other important nutrients.

HWL can provide ADM liquid lecithin (Yelkin TS), powder or granular lecithin (Ultralec P/G)

More about Ultralec health benefits

Soy Isoflavones
The consumption of soy products has been linked to many health benefits and may protect against breast cancer, prostate cancer, menopausal symptoms, heart disease and osteoporosis. Many of the health benefits of soy are derived from isoflavones.

Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin present in many foods, especially certain fats and oils, with identified antioxidant properties.
Vitamin E deficiency can be seen in people unable to absorb fat properly. Such conditions include pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), cystic fibrosis, and biliary diseases (illnesses of the gallbladder and biliary ducts). Symptoms of deficiency include muscle weakness, loss of muscle mass, abnormal eye movements, impaired vision, and unsteady gait. Eventually, kidney and liver function may be compromised. In addition, severe vitamin E deficiency can be associated with serial miscarriages and premature delivery in pregnant women.
Antioxidants provide some protection against these conditions and also help reduce the damage to the body caused by toxic chemicals and pollutants.

Mixed Tocopherols are the most common form of Vitamin E. Mixes of the natural forms of D-forms of alpha, beta, gamma and delta to Tocopherols are available. HWL usually stocks products such as MTS 70, which contains a minimum of 700 mg / g of mixed Tocopherols.

D alpha Tocopherol.
D alpha Tocopherol is the form of Tocopherol that is better retained in human tissues. It is the only form of Alpha Tocopherol found in nature. The low viscosity and high concentration make D alpha Tocopherol ideal for soft gel capsules.

D alpha Tocopherol acetate.
The esters of D alpha Tocopherol have reduced susceptibility to degradation when exposed to air or elevated processing temperatures. These particular benefits allow for flexibility in product formulations. It is D alpha Tocopherol acetate that is being used by ADM in developing water-dispersible and water-soluble products.

D alpha Tocopherol succionate.
These products are available in powder form.

More about natural vs. synthetic forms of vitamin E (ADM)

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