Vitifresh
Consumers are seeking healthier, more natural alternatives due to growing concerns about the negative health effects of synthetic additives. They prefer foods with clean labels, containing natural and minimally processed ingredients. The replacement of additives such as nitrites, sulfites, BHT and BHA with natural extracts rich in phytonutrients responds to this demand. This approach not only maintains food quality and safety, but also aligns with current trends that value transparency and naturalness in ingredients.
Benefits of grape extract as a preservative
Grape extract to preserve food
Grape extract is a natural recycled ingredient derived from grapes that has been shown to have effective antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. This makes it a promising alternative to synthetic preservatives in food protection.
Antimicrobial properties
Grape extract contains polyphenols, which inhibit the growth of foodborne pathogens. This can extend the shelf life of food and reduce the risk of foodborne illness.
Antioxidant properties
Grape extract is rich in antioxidants, which help protect foods from oxidative damage. Oxidation can cause food spoilage, causing discoloration, rancidity, and unpleasant flavors. By scavenging free radicals and preventing lipid oxidation, grape extract can help maintain the quality and freshness of food products.
Other benefits
- Grape extract is generally considered safe for human consumption.
- It’s a natural and renewable resource.
- It can provide additional functional benefits to food products, such as improved color and flavor.
Overall, grape extract presents a viable and effective alternative to synthetic preservatives in food protection. Its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties can help extend shelf life, reduce food spoilage, and enhance food quality and safety.
Vitifresh™ (Grape Extract)
It is an upcycled natural ingredient that is made from grape seeds, a byproduct of the wine industry. It is a rich source of proanthocyanidins (OPC), which is a powerful antioxidant.
Vitifresh™ exhibits exceptional safety, stability and organoleptic properties and can be used in foods, beverages, sauces and bakery.
Why choose Vitifresh™?
- Projects in food preservation in progress
- Upcycled Natural Ingredient
- Mediterranean ingredient from Spain
- Clean label
- Proven antioxidant action
- Proven antimicrobial action
- 100% natural produced without solvents
- Traceability of raw materials to the customer
- Excellent organoleptic properties
Vitifresh™ is ideal for a variety of product applications.
Processed meats
Beverage
Bakery and cake shop
Sauces
