Abstract:
This invention relates to a pectin-modified resistant starch prepared by cross-linking starch with pectin by pectinesterase reaction. Such resistant starch is low amylase digestible and thus is useful in food products, including nutritional supplements, to reduce calorie content and increase fiber content. This invention also relates to a composition containing the resistant starch and a process for the preparation of the same.
Abstract:
The present invention discloses A process for producing a carrageenan composition, comprising the steps of: cleaning kappa carrageenan-containing seaweed in water; treating the cleaned seaweed with an aqueous treatment solution, the aqueous treatment solution containing about 3-30 wt %. preferably 10-25 wt %. and most preferably 15-20 wt %, of a treatment compound; subjecting the treated seaweed to washing with water; and processing the washed seaweed to produce the carrageenan composition.
Abstract:
Coatings for fruit, particularly respiring fruit, such as bananas or melons, are disclosed. The coatings comprise food grade materials selected from polysaccharides, proteins, lipids, waxes, and mixtures of those materials. Preferred coating include xanthan and/or acylated glycerides.
Abstract:
A layering mass comprising protein and carbohydrate, where between 10% and 55% by weight of the layering mass is protein, is described together with methods of making the same. Also described are confectionery type bars and nutritional bars comprising the confectionery layering material of the present invention.
Abstract:
A no-laxation bulking system and a method for preparation of same is disclosed. Gelatin and pectin are combined to fro a dry-blended mixture. A second set of ingredients comprising modified polydextrose and erithritol is then blended to form a first liquid mixture. A second liquid mixture comprising at least one acid and water is formed. The dry-blended mixture is added to the first liquid mixture, forming a first combination. Water is added to the first combination, and the resultant combination is heated to a first predetermined temperature. The first predetermined temperature is maintained for a predetermined time period, and the heat is reduced to a second predetermined temperature. The second liquid mixture is added to the combination. Other embodiments comprise adding hydrogenated starch hydrolysate (HSH) and/or active ingredients. The second liquid mixture also may preferably include fruit concentrate, flavor, color and/or sucralose.
Abstract:
A no-laxation, low flatulence bulking system and a method for preparation of same is disclosed. Gelatin, pectins and gellan gum are combined to form a dry-blended mixture. A second set of ingredients comprising at least erithritol is combined. A first liquid mixture comprising modified polydextrose and water is formed. The first dry-blended mixture is added to the first liquid mixture, forming a first mix. The second dry-blended mixture is added to the first mix, dimethicone is added, and the combination is heated to a first predetermined temperature. The heat is then reduced to a second predetermined temperature, and a second liquid mixture comprised of at least one acid and water is added. The second liquid mixture also may preferably include fruit concentrate, flavor, color and/or sucralose. The resultant solution is then preferably stirred constantly and held in a kettle or mixing tank for panning or molding as desired.
Abstract:
A soft gelatinous elastomer composition and article useful as fishing bait, floss, liner and other uses formed from one or a mixture of two or more of a one or a mixture of two or more of a hydrogenated controlled distribution styrene block copolymer(s) and one or more plasticizers being in sufficient amounts to achieve a gel rigidity of from about 20 gram Bloom to about 1,800 gram BlooField of the Invention.
Abstract:
An edible film useful for packaging food additives is disclosed. The film generally includes an edible film-forming resin, a plasticizer, a compatibilizer, and optional secondary additives. The resulting edible film has favorable heat seal properties, being able to form an acceptable heat seal over temperature ranges of at least about 10° C.
Abstract:
The Invention describes a manufacturing process, the resulting product and its usages: a thermo-resistant, thermo-irreversible gel made from vegetable and/or animal fat(s). An initial plastic emulsion is made by emulsifying Component A, characterized in being lipophilic and amphipathic (vegetable and/or animal fat(s) and oil(s) blended with solubilized milk proteins), with Component B, said to be hydrophilic (composed at minimum of water). Final texture is fixed by dissolving a salt into it. This gel is offered to solve the world problem facing food industries preparing and manufacturing more nutritious meals containing fats from various animal sources. This gel can be utilized as a complete or partial fat replacer in any human or animal food formulations. It is used especially where fat should remain visible or where textures (firmness or softness) should remain the same after cooking or freezing. The Invention may contain additives, drugs, medications and/or other complementary food ingredients.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a skin-protecting alkalinity-controlling composition comprising an alkylene oxide derivative of pectin having a degree of esterification in the range from about 30% to about 100%.