Food Ingredients Organic Sunflower Lecithin powder Raw Materials

Product name:Sunflower Lecithin powder

CAS:8002-43-5

MF:C42H80NO8P

MW:758.06

EINECS:232-307-2

Specification:99% min Sunflower Lecithin powder

Sample:Sunflower Lecithin powder Avaliable

Appearance:light brown powder

Storage: Cool Dry Place

Brand:Global ASAP Nutrition Factory

Shelf Life: 2 Years

Test Method: HPLC

Uses and synthesis of Sunflower Lecithin powder

Sunflower Lecithin powder is a phospholipid found in sunflower seeds. This fatty substance is obtained by dehydrating sunflower seeds and separating them into oils, gums and other solids. Lecithin is a byproduct of colloidal dehydration in this process. From a nutritional point of view, it is an emulsifier that gives food its viscosity. Sunflower Lecithin is often used in the production of baked goods such as chocolate, margarine and muffins.

Functions of Sunflower Lecithin powder

Improve cognitive function:

Lecithin is rich in phosphatidylcholine, which is a precursor to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.

Acetylcholine plays a key role in memory, learning, and cognitive function.

Therefore, supplementing with lecithin may help improve memory, concentration, and learning ability.

Protect nerve cells:

Lecithin is an important component of nerve cell membranes and helps maintain the structure and function of nerve cells.

2. Promote liver health:

Prevent fatty liver:

Lecithin helps the liver metabolize fat and promotes the transport of fat out of the liver.

This helps prevent fat accumulation in the liver, thereby preventing fatty liver.

Protect liver cells:

Lecithin helps repair damaged liver cells and protect the liver from toxins.

3. Lower cholesterol:

Regulate blood lipids:

Some studies have shown that lecithin may help lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, the "bad" cholesterol, while raising high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol.

This helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

4. Promote cell health:

Maintain cell membrane function:

Lecithin is an important component of cell membranes and helps maintain the structure and function of cell membranes.

This is essential for normal cell growth, development and function.

Promote nutrient absorption:

Lecithin is a natural emulsifier that can disperse oils in water, which helps digestion and absorption of fat-soluble nutrients

Application of Sunflower Lecithin powder

1. Food Industry:

Emulsifier and Stabilizer:

Sunflower lecithin is a natural emulsifier that can mix oil and water together to prevent food from stratification.

It is widely used in baked goods (such as bread, cake), chocolate, dairy products (such as ice cream, milk powder), margarine, salad dressing and other foods.

Nutritional Enhancer:

Sunflower lecithin is rich in nutrients such as phosphatidylcholine and can be added to food as a nutritional enhancer to improve the nutritional value of food.

Improving Food Texture:

Sunflower lecithin can improve the texture and taste of food, making it more delicate and smooth.

2. Dietary Supplements:

Capsules, Softgels, Powders and Granules:

Sunflower lecithin is sold in a variety of forms of dietary supplements, such as capsules, softgels, powders and granules.

People take these supplements to supplement lecithin and choline to support brain health, liver health and cardiovascular health.

Functional Foods:

Sunflower lecithin is also added to some functional foods, such as nutrition bars, protein powders, etc., to increase their nutritional value.

3. Cosmetic Industry:

Moisturizer and Emulsifier:

Sunflower lecithin has moisturizing and emulsifying effects and can be added to skin care products and cosmetics as a moisturizer and emulsifier.

It helps to retain skin moisture, improve skin elasticity, and make the skin smoother and more delicate.

Hair Care Products:

Sunflower lecithin is also added to some hair care products, such as shampoo, conditioner, etc., to improve the texture and shine of hair.

4. Pharmaceutical Field:

Drug Carrier:

Sunflower lecithin can be used as a drug carrier to encapsulate drug ingredients and improve the bioavailability and stability of drugs.

Therapeutic Aid:

Some studies are exploring the potential application of sunflower lecithin in the treatment of certain diseases. For example, in some studies, lecithin has been used to assist in the treatment of liver diseases.