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Magnesium is the second most essential mineral and functions as a cofactor in more than 300 enzyme reactions that regulate various biochemical functions, including muscle and nerve contractions, blood glucose and blood pressure control, and protein synthesis, among others. The mineral is not only essential for maintaining healthy bone and joint he...

Calcium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in the anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of organisms and of the cell. The mineral is available in different forms; however, carbonates and citrates are the primary forms used in dietary supplements. Gluconates, lactates, and phosphates are the other forms that have gained a level of inter...

Vitamin E is a group of fat-soluble substances which are structurally and biologically related to the tocopherol family. Naturally, vitamin E exists in eight different forms (alpha-, beta-, delta-, and gamma- tocopherols and tocotrienols); however, alpha-tocopherols are the most used form due to their high biological activity. Although, vitamin E...

Coenzyme Q10 also known as ubiquinone, is a fat-soluble vitamin-like compound, which acts as a cofactor and is required by large and complex enzymes to carry out their functions. CoQ10 is available in three redox states: fully oxidized (ubiquinone), semiquinone (ubisemiquinone), and fully reduced (ubiquinol), of which ubiquinone is the most widely-...

Vitamin C, also referred to as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin found naturally in a number of fresh fruits and vegetables. Though primarily known for its nutritional and pharmaceutical health benefits, vitamin C also has strong antioxidant activities. Commercial vitamin C is manufactured through fermentation of glucose. Conventional manuf...

The total probiotics retail market is expected to experience a CAGR of 5.8% by the end of 2021 while the total probiotics ingredient market is expected to grow by a CAGR of 6.8% through the same time period. The probiotics retail market is dominated by the food and beverage market, mainly as a result of the number of products available in the marke...

Trace minerals are mostly supplemented in inorganic forms due to their availability and lower cost. However, more growth potential is seen with organic trace minerals due to their perceived benefits. Advantages associated with the use of organic trace minerals, such as increased utilisation by animals, are expected to drive demand. However, partici...

22 Oct 2021  |  Global  |  Market Research

Global Fragrances Market Growth Opportunities

Innovations in Delivery Technologies and Strong Consumer Inclination Toward Natural Fragrances are Boosting the Growth of the Fragrances Market

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Fragrances are complex blends of natural and/or synthetic ingredients that give a distinctive scent when added to any consumer products. Many cosmetics and home-care brands list “fragrance” on the product label, but very few name the specific ingredients (whether natural or synthetic) that make up a fragrance. The factors driving the global fragran...

20 Oct 2021  |  Global  |  Market Research

Global Food Enzymes Growth Opportunities

New Product Innovations to Cater to the Demand for Clean-label Products Will Fuel Innovation in Food Enzymes

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Enzymes are defined as specialized proteins that act as catalysts to speed up a specific reaction. In most cases, enzymes used in food are used as processing aids, where they aid in the manufacturing of food or food ingredients but do not have a function in the final product. Very few enzymes are used as food additives or ingredients and are functi...