Introduce
Introduction:
Pea Peptide is a bioactive, low-molecular-weight peptide derived from pea protein (Pisum sativum) via enzymatic digestion.
It combines excellent functional and nutritional characteristics, including antioxidant, antihypertensive, and gut-modulating activities.
Key Features & Functions:
Rich in Essential Amino Acids: Contains eight essential amino acids that the human body cannot synthesize, such as histidine, leucine, lysine, valine, etc.
Low Molecular Weight: Alfa Chemistry’s pea peptide has an average molecular weight ≤ 1,000 Da, promoting superior absorption and bioactivity.
Functional Properties: It exhibits strong solubility, water-and-oil holding capacity, and good emulsifying, foaming, and gelling ability.
Antioxidant Activity: Can scavenge free radicals, contributing to antioxidant benefits.
Antihypertensive Effects: Its peptide fractions are reported to have blood-pressure lowering (ACE inhibitory) potential.
Gut Health Modulation: Has regulatory effects on intestinal bacteria, which may support digestive health.
Applications:
Food & Nutritional Supplements: Used in dietary supplements, functional foods, and plant-based protein formulas due to its high nutritional value and bioactivity.
Fortified & Functional Beverages: Suitable for sports drinks, protein shakes, and fortified juices, benefiting from its solubility and functional behavior.
Emulsifier in Food Systems: Can serve as a natural emulsifier in bakery products (cakes, soufflés), whipped toppings, and other foamed or emulsified foods.
Pharmaceutical / Delivery Uses: Useful in drug- or nutrient-delivery systems (e.g., microencapsulation of bioactive compounds like vitamins), thanks to its gel and encapsulation properties.
