UNDERSTANDING FUCORICH® - FUCOIDAN + MANNITOL
Many of the health benefits generally associated with seaweed consumption are attributed to a compound called fucoidan. Fucoidan is a sulfated polysaccharide found naturally in brown seaweeds. Whilst in nature it serves to protect the seaweed from marine-borne pathogens and other environmental challenges, fucoidan has now been widely researched and shown to offer beneficial properties for human health.
Mannitol is a naturally occurring nutrient utilised as energy storage for the seaweed. The algal mannitol in Fucorich® may play a beneficial role in maintaining salt and fluid balances in the body. The subtle, sweet taste imparted by mannitol, coupled with the mild organoleptic properties of the fucoidan constituent, make Fucorich® ideal for functional foods and beverages.
Fucorich® is also a valuable source of minerals and other marine nutrients which are essential for replenishing trace elements and achieving optimal health.
APPLICATIONS
Fucorich® has been developed especially for functional food and beverage applications. Versatile and easy to formulate, Fucorich® exhibits superior solubility and a mild flavour profile.
Fucorich® is an ideal ingredient to add to many different health food applications, particularly those supporting digestive function, immune health, healthy ageing and general wellbeing.
Potential product applications include supplement powders, super greens formulas, protein blends, clean-eating snacks and fortified beverages.
Whilst Fucorich® was developed specifically for food and beverage applications, it can also be easily encapsulated or pressed into tablets for the nutraceutical market.
SAFETY
Clinical testing has confirmed that Marinova's Undaria pinnatifida extracts are safe for human consumption. Fucorich® is a natural seaweed extract that has been shown to be non-toxic and non-allergenic.
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
Fucorich® is shelf-stable for five years. Store in a cool, clean place in well-sealed containers that are protected from light, heat and moisture.
FEATURES
- Certified organic
- Kosher, Halal, Vegan
- 100% natural
- Solvent-free extraction
- Gluten free
- Non-GMO
- Allergen free
- Preservative free
- Water soluble
- Easy to formulate
- Produced in Australia in ISO9001, HACCP & GMP certified facilities
Fucorich® is made in Australia by Marinova Pty Ltd, in the company's world class ISO and HACCP accredited facilities. Strict sustainability practices ensure that all seaweed is hand harvested from the clean ocean waters of Patagonia in Argentina. Undaria pinnatifida is harvested at the optimal point in the growth cycle of the seaweed.
REGULATORY STATUS
- EU Novel Foods approval
- TGA Listed Ingredient, Australia
- Compliant with Algae Product Requirements, China
- KFDA registered, Korea