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| Researchers at Purdue University have developed an improved extraction method for the separation of mucilage from chia seeds, yielding a protein-rich chia seed flour with improved bioactivity and functionality compared to conventional methods. Current methods for separation of mucilage, such as freeze-drying or oven-drying, are inefficient which can lead to wasted time and product. In comparison, the Purdue method has demonstrated higher mucilage extraction yield (7.65 ± 0.19%), compared to freeze-drying (4.21 ± 0.29%) and oven drying (3.65 ± 0.18%). This improved efficiency can save both time and money for companies processing chia seeds for nutritional, pharmaceutical or other applications. Advantages: -More efficient -Higher yield Potential Applications: -Nutrition -Pharmaceuticals |
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Dec 11, 2020
Utility Patent
United States
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Dec 12, 2019
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United States
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