Plant Based Formulations
Products and Applications
Mucuna Beans Extracts
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Mucuna extracts are derived from the seeds of the Mucuna pruriens plant, also known as velvet bean, cowitch, and several other names. This tropical legume is native to Africa and tropical Asia but can be found in various tropical regions around the world. The plant is notable for its high content of levodopa (L-DOPA), a precursor to the neurotransmitter dopamine, which is why it has garnered interest for its potential health benefits.
White Kidney Bean Extracts (Phaseolean)
White Kidney Bean extract is a carbohydrate blocker that works by inhibiting the digestion of starches.When given to people who are not otherwise on a diet (during their highest carb containing meal), white kidney bean extract is able to reduce body weight and body fat levels similar to simple caloric restriction.
Shrimp Chitosan
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Shrimp chitosan, often simply referred to as chitosan, is a natural biopolymer derived from chitin, a substance found in the shells of crustaceans such as shrimp, crabs, and lobsters. Chitosan is obtained through a deacetylation process in which chitin is treated with an alkaline solution, usually sodium hydroxide, to remove acetyl groups. This process results in chitosan, a white, odorless, and tasteless powder.
Yellow Curcumin
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Yellow curcumin refers to the natural compound curcumin, which is the principal curcuminoid found in turmeric, a spice derived from the roots of the Curcuma longa plant. Curcumin is responsible for the distinctive bright yellow color of turmeric. It is often used as a spice in cooking, particularly in Indian and Southeast Asian cuisine, and has a long history of use in Ayurvedic and traditional medicine due to its potential health benefits.