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Zein Introduction and Features
Product Introduction
Zein is a protein extracted from corn, mainly produced by wet milling. It is the main byproduct of corn starch wet processing and is rich in protein. Its main components include zein, gluten, globulin and albumin. The protein content of corn gluten meal is usually between 50% and 75%. It has high nutritional value, but low biological value because it lacks some essential amino acids for the human body. It has unique physical and chemical properties, which makes it widely used in the food industry, medicine and other fields.
Features
● Solubility: Low solubility in water, but good solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol.
● Thermal stability: Relatively stable at high temperatures, not prone to denaturation.
● Film-forming property: Excellent film-forming property, the film formed is transparent, flexible and has certain mechanical strength.
● Hydrophilicity and hydrophobicity: Zein molecules contain both hydrophilic and hydrophobic groups, which gives it good interfacial activity.
● Biodegradability: It is a biodegradable natural polymer material that can be decomposed by microorganisms in the natural environment.
Health Benefits of Corn Protein
Provides high-quality protein
Corn protein usually contains more than 60% protein and is an important source of protein for vegetarians and people who need to control their intake of animal protein.
Promote intestinal health
The dietary fiber in corn protein helps promote intestinal motility, improve digestive health, prevent constipation, and maintain the balance of intestinal microorganisms.
Supports cardiovascular health
It is a low-fat, low-cholesterol protein source that helps control weight and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Antioxidant activity
Corn protein and its hydrolysate have antioxidant activity, which helps to remove free radicals in the body, protect cells from damage, and enhance the body's overall resistance.
Multifaceted Application Value of Zein
1. Food industry
Food additives: It has good gelling, emulsifying and film-forming properties. It can be used as a food additive to improve the taste, color and nutritional value of food.
Functional food: Corn protein is rich in protein and amino acids and can be used to develop high-protein foods, nutritional supplements, etc.2. Pharmaceutical industry
Drug excipients: Corn protein can be used as an excipient for making tablets, capsules and other drugs. It has good stability and safety.
3. Cosmetics Industry
Ingredients such as zeaxanthin and lutein have the functions of protecting eyesight and anti-oxidation, and can be used in cosmetics, especially in eye care products such as eye cream.
4. Feed Industry
Animal feed: It is a high-quality feed raw material with high protein content. It can be used in feed for pigs, chickens, cattle and other animals to improve the nutritional value of feed.
