New Study Reveals Omegia™ Peel Pectin Health Benefits on food processing residues

YANGLING, CHINA – Researchers from the College of Food Science and Engineering at Northwest A&F University have published a groundbreaking study in Food Science & Nutrition demonstrating that Omegia™, with remarkable properties of pectin extracted from sea buckthorn peel—a valuable by-product rich in bioactive compounds. This natural pectin demonstrates impressive thickening, gelation, and emulsifying capabilities, highlighting its significant potential as a sustainable and multifunctional food additive. Explore how sea buckthorn peel pectin could revolutionize food formulations, effectively utilizing food processing by-products.

Study Overview

This research presents Omegia™ sea buckthorn peel pectin as a highly promising natural ingredient, offering excellent thickening, gelation, and emulsifying properties. Utilizing sea buckthorn by-products sustainably aligns with global environmental goals, adding value to food processing residues. SBHMP's demonstrated functional attributes suggest significant potential for application in various food products, including jams, jellies, beverages, sauces, and dairy products, thus contributing to healthier and more sustainable food solutions.

Key Findings:

In this study, researchers successfully extracted high methoxyl pectin (SBHMP) from sea buckthorn peel, achieving a yield of 8% with a high degree of esterification (57.75%) and significant uronic acid content (65.35%), indicative of a high-quality pectin. Structural analyses using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) revealed that SBHMP mainly consists of homogalacturonan (HG) and rhamnogalacturonan-I (RG-I) polysaccharide types, enriched with monosaccharides such as galacturonic acid, arabinose, galactose, rhamnose, and mannose. Electron microscopy (SEM) revealed a unique sheet-like, layered structure, contributing to its excellent solubility and functional properties.

The research further demonstrated that SBHMP exhibits outstanding gelation properties under acidic conditions and in the presence of high sucrose concentrations. Specifically, stable jelly-like gels were formed at pH 2.0-2.5 with sucrose concentrations of 55–60%. Rheological analyses indicated that SBHMP gels possess shear-thinning behavior, a desirable trait for many food applications. Additionally, the apparent viscosity of SBHMP solutions was significantly enhanced by increasing pectin and sucrose concentrations, demonstrating its effective thickening capabilities.

Importantly, SBHMP also exhibited strong emulsifying properties. Oil-in-water emulsions stabilized by SBHMP showed increased stability as the pectin concentration increased from 1.0% to 3.0%. Microscopic observations and particle size distribution analyses confirmed that emulsions with higher SBHMP concentrations (2.0–3.0%) maintained smaller droplet sizes and greater stability over 7 days of storage. This highlights SBHMP's potential as a natural emulsifier in food systems.

About Omegia™

Omegia™ is a non-estrogen based Omega 7 supplement, designed specifically for women's health and beauty needs. It stands out as the only clinically supported product that effectively enhances vaginal health by improving the integrity of the vaginal lining and increasing its hydration and elasticity, all without using hormones. This unique formula doubles the improvement of symptoms compared to a placebo and addresses additional menopausal symptoms such as dry eye and dry mouth. Beyond these health benefits, Omegia™ also promotes skin health. It is clinically proven to boost skin hydration, improve skin elasticity, and reduce wrinkles. Omegia™ is an excellent choice for women seeking comprehensive support for their health and beauty.

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.