FRUIT EXTRACTS VS FRUIT POWDER
Most of us would think that fruit extract and fruit powder
are equivalent, however, when it comes to processing
food, the nutritional profile is often not the same, even
when both come from the same source.
In today’s newsletter, we will explain the difference
between fruit extract and fruit powders and what is the
resultant nutritional profile.
Fruit powders are dried and finely ground forms of fruit,
made by dehydrating fresh fruit and then pulverizing it
into a powdered form.
Water is removed during the drying process; however,
nutrients, flavors, and colors are preserved, making it a
versatile powder that can be easily incorporated into
various foods and beverages.
They may have slightly lower concentrations of bioactive
compounds compared to extracts, but they still
retain many of the fruit’s nutritional benefits.
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Fruit extracts are concentrated forms of fruit obtained by extracting the active compounds and nutrients (minerals
and vitamins) from fruit using various methods such as solvent extraction, steam distillation, or cold pressing. The
powdered form is obtained by dryingthe liquid extract and then grinding it into a fine powder.
Our fruit extract powder range is low in sugar, making it an option for a highly concentrated dose of fruit’s
vitamins and minerals without the sugar content and excess calories.
Both fruit powders and fruit extracts serve their purpose in promoting a balanced diet. However, fruit extracts are
commonly utilized in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals because they contain a higher concentration of bioactive
compounds.
Pure Wellness offers a range of both fruit powders and extracts, which can be versatile and convenient for everyday
culinary use or added to enhance the nutritional value of a pre or post-workout drink, or simply mixed with water for
natural medicinal purposes
IMPORTANCE OF DIGESTIVE HEALTH FOR NUTRIENT ABSORPTION
Looking for ways to meet our nutritional needs is a great starting
point for becoming a better version of ourselves, however, there is a lot more that needs to be considered.
In order to understand how our body functions, let’s use a car as an example. The performance of a car is influenced by the quality of engine maintenance, not solely by the fuel type used.
Considering the engine as analogous to our digestive system and the fuel as equivalent to the nutrients and food we consume, it becomes evident that both elements play a vital role in ensuring our body operates at its best and we need to ensure both digestive health and high-quality supplements and food.
GUT MICROBIOME DEFINITION AND SYMPTOMS OF IMBALANCE (DYSBIOSIS)
One of the most important members of our digestive health is our gut microbiome. These
bacteria play a very important role in digesting food, producing enzymes and vitamins, and
easing the absorption of nutrients.
Many modern societal habits impact our gut microbiome diversity, including alcohol consumption,
the
use of antibiotics, preservatives, and pesticides in food, as well as an unbalanced die (low in
fibers and high in sugar).
Poor gut flora is often referred to as Dysbiosis, which can mean one or all of those occurrences:
an imbalance of good and bad gut bacteria, too much growth of harmful bacteria, and loss of
overall gut microbiome diversity.
Symptoms of poor gut flora include chronic fatigue, acid reflux or heartburn,
food intolerance, gas and bloating, acne, skin rashes, psoriasis and even concentration issues.
WAYS TO IMPROVE GUT MICROBIOME HEALTH
Improving the health of your gut microbiome can be achieved through various methods. One
straightforward approach is to incorporate a diverse range of probiotic and prebiotic foods and
supplements into your diet.
Probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria for the gut, can be obtained through concentrated
supplement blends. Alternatively, they can be consumed naturally through foods like plain Greek
yogurt and fermented options such as kombucha and pickled vegetables.
Prebiotics, which serve as nourishment for beneficial gut bacteria, are abundant in fiber-rich
vegetables and fruits. Additionally, natural supplement sources of prebiotics include psyllium
husks, inulin, and flaxseed meal.
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AND NATUROPATHY EXPERTS. WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO HELPING YOU ON A
JOURNEY FOR BETTER HEALTH!
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