Unveiling the Hidden Gems of Rice Bran Oil: FoodInnovate Leads the Way

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At FoodInnovate, we’re passionate about innovation and unlocking the full potential of food ingredients. Today, we’re shining a light on rice bran oil – a heart-healthy kitchen staple – and its often overlooked treasures: the byproducts generated during refining.

Here’s where our groundbreaking technology comes in:

Concentrating Nature’s Goodness: Rice Phytochemicals in Deodorizer Distillate

Deodorizer Distillate (DD), a byproduct rich in unsaponifiable matters and free fatty acids (FFAs), might seem like an afterthought. But here’s the secret – DD also holds a wealth of health-promoting compounds like phytosterols, tocols, and gamma-oryzanol!

Thanks to our insights on molecular distillation technology, we can unlock the true potential of DD. This innovative process removes FFAs, significantly enriching the remaining fraction with those valuable health-boosters.

But wait, there’s more! These health benefits typically solubilize in oil. To unleash their full potential, we’ve developed a method to create tiny water-based vesicles using specific surfactants. Think of these as microscopic delivery vehicles, carrying the goodness of rice phytochemicals in water. These stable, water-based vesicles pave the way for a new generation of health-conscious food products.

Rice Bran Stearin Oleogels: Redefining Fats for a Functional Future

Another fascinating byproduct from rice bran oil refining process is winterized stearin (RBS). We’ve harnessed its potential to create revolutionary fat structures called oleogels. Unlike regular oils, oleogels can hold liquid oil even at room temperatures. This opens doors to a healthier future, with the potential to replace unhealthy saturated fats.

Our technology allows us to combine RBS, a few surfactants and bitter melon (Momordica charantia) powder, creating a densely-packed RBS oleogel rich in oil-soluble phytochemicals to give a self-supporting structure which can be cut into blocks for packaging.

The implications are vast. RBS oleogel-in-water solid are not only structurally sound but also a natural source of the health-promoting compounds found in rice bran oil and bitter melon. This could revolutionize the nutritional value and stability of various food products.

We’ve even explored using RBS oleogel-in-water in frozen yeast dough. We’ve significantly improved dough texture and yeast stability during freezing and storage !!!

Partnering for a Healthier Future

At FoodInnovate, we’re more than just an ingredient supplier. We’re innovators, partnering with food and beverage companies to unlock the potential of these rice bran oil byproducts.

Ready to unlock the power of rice bran oil byproducts in your next product? Contact us today to learn more about our services related to rice bran oil and its innovative products. We can create healthier and more functional foods for a brighter future.