Plant extracts + the times are coming

With the rapid development of society today, the relationship between diet and health has attracted unprecedented attention and attention worldwide, and people's demand for healthy and nutritious food is stronger than ever

The average growth rate of global plant extract development over the past decade has been around 5%, with the growing awareness of the health benefits of plant extracts, as well as the growth of research and development activities in the plant extract market and the popularity of convenience foods, food and beverages The industry’s demand for botanical extracts is also growing, with more and more botanical extracts being added to market segments such as oral beauty, sports nutrition, emotional health, and sleep health

When the "ingredient party" meets oral beauty

In recent years, oral cosmetology, as a new way between ordinary skin care and professional medical cosmetology, conforms to the traditional concept of "internal care and external care" of Chinese consumers

Broccoli sprout extract In recent years, studies have shown that epidermal protein carbonylation can cause skin yellowing and accelerate skin aging, while broccoli sprout extract and its glucosinolates have the effect of inhibiting protein carbonylation

Glycosides in black currant Black currant contains anthocyanins cyanidin-3-rutinoside, delphinium-3-rutinoside, which are not found in other berries, which have strong antioxidant effects and help For protection against free radicals and anti-aging

Anti-glycation raw materials in mangosteen peel The mangosteen extract with anti-glycation has the dual effect of not generating the final saccharification product AGEs and decomposing AGEs

When Plants Meet Sports Nutrition

As sports enthusiasts gain a better understanding of the role of nutrition in fitness and exercise, sports nutrition may usher in a full-blown outbreak

One of the biggest needs for the sports crowd is the core category of protein powders.

Tart Cherry Concentrate Tart cherry juice has long enjoyed a reputation among athletes and sports enthusiasts as a recovery drink

Guarana Extract Guarana Seed Extract can convert fat into energy and promote energy expenditure

Ashwagandha Extract Ashwagandha is an important herb in traditional Indian medicine with a wide range of health benefits

Polyphenols One study found that taking a polyphenol-rich supplement before exercise increased overall aerobic performance by 5% and peak maximum strength by 3.

Immune health products become a hot spot

Immunity is the basic line of defense to maintain human health

Elderberry Extract Many health care ingredients on the market now have antioxidant effects, but there are very few claims of antiviral.

　　Echinacea Extract, an echinacea plant native to North America and southern Canada, is one of the very few plants found in the world with dual effects of immunity enhancement and anti-inflammatory, with a wide therapeutic range and stable curative effect

　　Curcumin Turmeric has a medicinal history dating back 5,000 years and is an important herb in India

　　Red ginseng acid polysaccharide Research has shown that the acid polysaccharide of red ginseng (Korean ginseng) can activate macrophages and promote the nuclear translocation of immune proteins
.
The acidic polysaccharides in red ginseng will not deform macrophages, but activate macrophages at the same time.
By promoting the intranuclear movement of various immune proteins such as NF-κB, AP-1, STAT-1, ATF-2 and CRAB, the The secretion of factors (nitric oxide, reactive oxygen species and tumor necrosis factor, etc.
) that kill cancer cells and various bacteria and viruses is active, thereby strengthening immunity
.

Plant-based sleep aids are popular

　　The "2021 White Paper on Exercise and Sleep" pointed out that more than 300 million people in China have sleep disorders, which has also spawned a huge sleep economy market
.
According to data, the market size of China's sleep economy will exceed 400 billion yuan in 2021, and it is expected to exceed one trillion yuan in 2030
.
The study found that among the natural plant ingredients, valerian extract, passionflower extract, lemon balm leaves, chrysanthemum extract, chamomile extract, lemon balm extract, asparagus extract, tart cherry extract, old Garlic extract (indicator components: S-allyl cysteine, arginine), spearmint extract, etc.
have the effect of helping sleep
.

　　Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) GABA is a naturally occurring non-protein amino acid and an important neurotransmitter that can soothe the mind and body and promote sleep through neuromodulation
.
Studies have shown that it has the functions of stability, anticonvulsant, lowering blood pressure, enhancing brain vitality nerve cells, promoting growth hormone, protecting liver and kidney,
etc.

　　Chamomile Extract Traditionally, chamomile is widely regarded as a mild sedative and sleep inducer.
When chamomile components like flavonoids and apigenin bind to benzodiazepine receptors in the brain, they can calm nerves and reduce anxiety.
Relieve nightmares, insomnia and other sleep problems
.
Research shows that chamomile is used around the world, including southern Italy, Sardinia, Morocco, and some parts of Brazil, to relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety
.

　　Saffron Extract Clinical studies have found that saffron extract (saffron acid) reduces overall insomnia by 25%
.
The trial, published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, looked at sleep-enhancing effects and safety in 58 adults with poor sleep
.
After taking the standard 28 mg dose of saffron extract for 28 days, study participants reported "feeling more awake" and "wake up alert", improving their overall quality of life
.

　　Sour jujube seed extract According to traditional Chinese medicine, jujube seed is sweet and acidic, can nourish the heart and liver, soothe the nerves, and astringe sweat
.
According to "Compendium of Materia Medica", Suanzaoren "is used to treat the symptoms of gallbladder deficiency, insomnia, polydipsia and sweating; raw use to treat gallbladder heat and good sleep, it is also a medicine for Jueyin and Shaoyang
.
" The sleep aid of Suanzaoren is described in detail efficacy
.
Modern research shows that jujube seed has sedative and sleep-promoting effects
.
Oral or intraperitoneal injection with Suanzaoren decoction showed sedative and drowsy effects
.
For the human body, Suanzaoren is also beneficial for patients to fall asleep as soon as possible, sleep deeper, and sleep longer
.

(Comprehensive arrangement by Zhou Yan)  

　　"China Food News" (03 edition on October 6, 2021)

(Editor in charge: Zhou Yan)