New Study Reveals Innovative Method to transform Omegia™ into Highly Functional Meal Peptides

A ground breaking scientific study published on ScienceDirect, found the potential of Omegia™ sea buckthorn meal peptides: An Innovative Functional Ingredient with High Nutritional Potential. These peptides exhibit exceptional antioxidant properties, enhanced nutritional value, and improved solubility as a promising source of high Fischer-ratio peptides. These findings suggest promising applications for sea buckthorn-derived peptides in functional foods, dietary supplements, and therapeutic products.

Study Overview

The research aim to produce high Fischer-ratio peptides (HFP) from seabuckthorn seed meal proteins through enzymatic hydrolysis, followed by selective adsorption using activated charcoal. The Fischer ratio (F-ratio) refers to the molar ratio of branched-chain amino acids (BCAA: valine, leucine, isoleucine) to aromatic amino acids (AAA: phenylalanine, tyrosine, tryptophan). A high Fischer ratio (>20) is associated with beneficial nutritional and functional properties.

Key Findings:

In this study, the researchers successfully produced seabuckthorn seed meal peptides with an impressive Fischer ratio of 21.626, achieving a peptide yield of approximately 22.54%. The resulting high Fischer-ratio peptides demonstrated notable changes in their structural and functional characteristics compared to regular peptides. Analysis revealed significant alterations in their secondary structure, a decrease in aromatic amino acids content, and a shift towards a looser, more soluble molecular arrangement.

Furthermore, these high Fischer-ratio peptides exhibited enhanced physicochemical properties, including increased water solubility, which is crucial for their effective absorption and utilization in nutritional products. Their antioxidant capacity was significantly improved, as demonstrated by assays measuring DPPH radical scavenging, ABTS radical scavenging, superoxide anion scavenging, and iron-reducing power. Remarkably, the high Fischer-ratio peptides showed a 96.23% increase in DPPH radical scavenging rate and a substantial improvement in iron-reducing power compared to regular peptides.

Sensory analysis using electronic nose and tongue technologies indicated no significant differences in odor or taste between high Fischer-ratio peptides and regular peptides. However, the aroma composition of the high Fischer-ratio peptides showed a reduction in certain volatile compounds, potentially offering a more neutral flavor profile suitable for various food applications.

The researchers also identified potential health-promoting peptides within the high Fischer-ratio peptide mixture through advanced peptide identification techniques. These peptides demonstrated promising biological activities, including antioxidant, anti-diabetic, and potential anticancer effects. Such bioactive peptides could play an important role in health management, providing functional benefits beyond basic nutrition.

About Omegia™

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About Puredia

Puredia is a global leader in the supply of organic, innovative, and clinically tested nutritional ingredients, specializing in the cultivation and development of Sea Buckthorn products. Established by Dr. Hywel Yuen, Puredia upholds rigorous international certification standards, including USDA, EU, Canada, and China Organic certifications, alongside Halal and Kosher accreditations. The company is distinguished by its robust commitment to scientific research, ensuring the highest levels of efficacy and safety in its offerings. Puredia's dedication to sustainability and social responsibility is evident in its management of organic-certified farms located on the Tibetan Plateau and its contributions to local communities, particularly in enhancing educational opportunities for children in surrounding areas.