Application of Thaumatin Powder in Food Industry

索馬汀粉在食品工業中的應用

1. Introduction to Thaumatin 粉末

Thaumatin Powder is a natural, high-intensity sweetener extracted from the fruit of the West African Katemfe plant. It is a white crystalline powder with a clean, sweet taste that can be used to sweeten a variety of food and beverage products.

2. The sweetness principle of Thaumatin Powder

The sweetness principle of Thaumatin Powder is mainly due to the fact that it is a sweet protein whose sweetness is about 100,000 times that of sucrose. Thaumatin's sweetness perception builds very slowly, is perceived for a long time, and at high concentrations can leave a licorice-like aftertaste.

3. Application of Thaumatin Powder in the food industry

Because Thaumatin Powder has a good sweetening effect, it is widely used in the food industry. It can be used in a variety of products such as soft drinks, juices, dairy products, baked goods and confectionery. Thaumatin Powder can also be used to mask bitter flavors and improve the overall taste of certain products.

4. Precautions for using Thaumatin Powder

Although Thaumatin Powder is a very safe sweetener, there are some things to be aware of when using foods that contain this ingredient. Everyone's perception and acceptance of sweetness are different. Therefore, when using new foods, it is recommended to try a small amount first and confirm that there is no discomfort before using them in full. Although Thaumatin Powder is a low-calorie sweetener, excessive consumption of any type of sweetener may have adverse health effects, so moderation is recommended.

5. Summary

Thaumatin Powder is a very effective sweetener that can enhance the sweetness of food and beverages, improve taste and make products more delicious. When using foods containing this ingredient, you need to pay attention to using it in moderation and choose the right product according to your taste.

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