High-performance hydrocolloids or gums are a diverse group of polysaccharides and proteins characterized by their viscous dispersions and gels in water for thickening and gelling aqueous solutions, stabilizing foams, emulsions and dispersions, inhibiting ice and sugar crystal formation, the controlled release of flavors, and more.
The key reason behind the use of hydrocolloids in food is their ability to control specific functions of viscosity and texture in food systems to help modify sensory properties, such as mouthfeel and desired texture. They ensure that structured products maintain their original shape and texture throughout the steps of processing from frying, cooking, freezing, and making the final preparations for serving.
Various particle sizes (granular to extra fine) and liquid forms are available in CMC, Curdlan, gelling agents, gums, HPMC, and Methylcellulose (MC) with tailored hydration properties to meet the needs of your processing equipment and formulation.
A Swimming Endurance Study with Cluster Dextrin® (Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin: HBCD) demonstrated a 50% increase in the distance before the onset of fatigue.* Cluster Dextrin® in a comparison test to Maltodextrin demonstrated significant reductions in the perceived exertion rate while exercising on stationary bicycles.*
Cluster Dextrin® demonstrated significantly lower Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines compared to a glucose solution in athletes engaging in exhaustive distance cycling & running.*
Cluster Dextrin® has a significantly higher tolerance and better Gastric Transit Time than Glucose & Dextrin based solutions. Also, it significantly reduced gastric upset, flatulence & belching for distance cyclists who took an energy drink prior to their workout.*
Sports drinks formulated with Cluster Dextrin® supported taste masking of BCAA & other bitter & acidic notes for ease of inclusion.*
Cluster Dextrin® is FDA Notified GRAS, Non-GMO, Kosher, Halal, heat resistant, pH resistant, and taste masking.
BioPQQ® supports cognitive health by:
Creating new mitochondria – Mitochondrion loses energy as we age, leading to impaired memory function. Clinical and in-vitro studies show that BioPQQ® works against the causes of mitochondrial decline.
Stimulating Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) – Neurons in the brain are susceptible to lethal damage from oxidative stress, and neuronal death is a causal factor in age-related disorders.
BioPQQ® may help nerves in the brain or other organs grow or recover after being damaged.
Boosting antioxidants -By functioning as an anti-oxidant, BioPQQ® was shown to inhibit neurotoxicity. Its antioxidative effect has been demonstrated to be significantly higher than both Vitamin C and Vitamin E.
Certifications
BioPQQ™ is the only nutritional supplement of its kind filed successfully as a New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. NDI notification from FDA attests to the stringent quality control and safety standards in the production of BioPQQ™. BioPQQ™ has FDA GRAS, which means it is available as a food ingredient.
Immuno-LP20™ supports the body’s balance of Th1/Th2 immune defenses to protect against pathogenic microbes, viruses, allergens, and more. Immuno LP20™ is in many supplements, powdered drinks, bakery and virtually any matrix without degradation. It has has a five-year shelf life and is effective at a low dose of 50 mg/day.
Immuno LP20™ is FDA Self Affirmed GRAS, NDI notification, Non-GMO, heat resistant, and pH resistant.
Spirulina is prevalent in green foods, fruit and vegetable equivalents, and whole foods nutritional supplements. It is rich in Blue Phycocyanin, Phytonutrients, Iron, Beta Carotene, and Vegetarian Glycogen. Our spirulina has the highest digestible protein level of any vegetarian source. It is one of the safest superfoods in the world with the designations of Non-GMO Project Verified, FDA GRAS, Kosher, Halal, organic, Non-GMO, and low heavy metals.
Carolina Ingredients is a custom seasoning manufacturer for the commercial food industry that specializes in creating unique, flavorful and functional blends/seasonings. At Carolina Ingredients, “We make the World Taste Better.”
Whether you need a traditional blend or would like to transition over to clean label, lower sodium or gluten-free, our facility is side by side with you. We also carry a variety of ingredients – such as salt, pepper and a variety of functional components to achieve higher yields.
In 2014 we proudly started making Non-GMO Project Certifiable blends and in October 2016 we obtained our Organic Certificate.
In 2017 we received our USDA Organic Certification and continue to expand this category.
Carolina Ingredients is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi International Food Ingredients, Inc.
Ajitop™ is a yeast extract high in natural glutamic acid providing a direct front impact enhancing spices, very suitable for soups, sauces and snack seasonings, also effective for salt reduction.
Aromaway™ is a natural dried yeast powder made from whole Torula Yeast. It provides a full-bodied flavor by enhancing meaty, fatty and spicy notes. It will provide complexity to the final flavor resulting in truly authentic tasting products.
Aromild™ is a yeast extract high in natural nucleotides giving strong lingering umami taste. It gives balance, body, mouthfeel, smoothness and is very neutral in taste making it suitable to apply in a wide variety of foods.
Proprietary spray drying technology allows for the transformation of specialty nutritional lipids into stable, easy to use powders on a wide variety of substrates. These spray-dried emulsions are suitable for many applications and are suitable for current strong trends like Keto, Paleo, and low carbohydrate diets. We can offer customization where possible. Examples of standard products are powdered MCT’s, butter, oils, and shortenings.