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Nutraceutical foods
We drive the development of effective, safe and sustainable nutraceutical foods.
Nutraceutical foods: what are they?
The term nutraceutical arises from the combination of nutrition and pharmaceutical. Nutraceutical foods are products that, in addition to their nutritional value, provide additional health benefits. Their main function is to complement the diet by supplying nutrients in adequate amounts or bioactive compounds with specific functionalities.
Their main benefits include:
- Improvement in sports performance.
- Strengthening immunity against diseases.
- Prevention of ageing.
- Aesthetic benefits (nutricosmetics).
- Weight control.
Applications of nutraceuticals
At AINIA, we work on the design and development of nutraceutical foods applied to different sectors, always with an innovative and sustainable approach:
Alternative proteins, functional foods, plant-based products and specific formulations for sports nutrition.
Probiotics and bioactive compounds that help improve physiological parameters and promote well-being.
Solutions that work from within to support the health of the skin, hair and nails.
Stay ahead of the challenges facing the food sector
Companies dedicated to the development of nutraceutical foods face the challenge of offering products that are effective, safe, sustainable and attractive to consumers. At AINIA, we respond to these key needs:
Optimisation of bioavailability and safety
We improve the bioaccessibility, bioavailability and biocompatibility of sensitive ingredients, ensuring that they maintain their biological effect.
Prolonged efficacy
We design formulas that release compounds in a controlled manner, ensuring a longer-lasting and more stable effect.
Stability and shelf life
We protect sensitive ingredients to preserve their bioactivity and extend the shelf life of the nutraceutical until final consumption.
Sustainability
We apply technologies based on biodegradable microcapsules and environmentally friendly materials, in line with the demands of a more conscious consumer.
Innovation and consumer experience
We develop differentiated products for international markets, also improving acceptance by masking unwanted flavours and odours.
At AINIA, we add value
Advanced technologies and comprehensive solutions: nutraceutical foods
We support companies throughout the entire nutraceutical development cycle, from the research phase through to final validation, integrating different technologies and approaches:
- Microencapsulation: we increase the stability, functionality and controlled release of active ingredients.
- Biotechnological processes: we obtain high-value-added compounds under optimal conditions through the use of microorganisms.
- Cell cultures and in vitro digesters: advanced tools that make it possible to assess, at early stages, the biological effect of bioactive compounds in foods.
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