How to use Atractylodes Extract in food?

Atractylodes Extract plays an increasingly important role in the food industry. Its unique pharmacological action and wide application range make it widely used in many foods. In this paper, the characteristics, action mechanism and application of Atractylodes Extract in various foods will be introduced in detail.

How to use Atractylodes Extract in food?

First, the characteristics of Atractylodes Extract

Atractylodes Extract is the active ingredient extracted from the rhizome of Atractylodes, which mainly contains volatile oil, polysaccharide and flavonoids. These ingredients give Atractylodes Extract unique pharmacological effects, such as invigorating spleen and invigorating qi, drying dampness and removing water, antiperspirant and placenta. In addition, Atractylodes Extract also has good stability and safety, suitable for use as a food additive.

Second, the mechanism of Atractylodes Extract

The action mechanism of Atractylodes Extract is mainly related to its components. Among them, volatile oil has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Polysaccharides can enhance immunity and regulate the balance of intestinal flora. Flavonoids have many biological activities such as anti-oxidation, anti-tumor and anti-cardiovascular disease. These ingredients work together to enable Atractylodes Extract to perform multiple functions in food.

Third, the application scope of Atractylodes Extract in food

1. Beverage food: Atractylodes Extract can be used to make health drinks, such as Baizhu tea and Baizhu wine. These drinks not only have a unique taste, but also have the effects of strengthening the spleen and stomach, improving immunity, etc., and are loved by consumers.
2. Bakery food: Atractylodes Extract can be applied to bakery food such as bread and cake to improve the taste and nutritional value of food. At the same time, the antioxidant effect of Atractylodes Extract can also effectively extend the shelf life of food.
3. Condiment food: Atractylodes Extract can be used as condiment, such as adding to soy sauce, vinegar and other condiments to increase the taste and flavor of food. In addition, Atractylodes Extract can also be used to make complex seasonings to meet the needs of different consumer tastes.
4. Meat products: Atractylodes Extract can be used to make meat products such as sausages and ham to increase the flavor and nutritional value of products. At the same time, the antibacterial action of Atractylodes Extract can also effectively extend the shelf life of meat products and improve the safety of products.
5. Dairy products: Atractylodes Extract can be applied to yogurt, cheese and other dairy products to improve the taste and nutritional value of products. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of Atractylodes Extract can also help improve the quality and stability of dairy products.
6. Health food: As a natural health ingredient, Atractylodes Extract is widely used in all kinds of health food, such as health capsules and health drinks. These products have a variety of health functions such as strengthening the spleen and stomach, improving immunity, antioxidant and so on, and are welcomed by consumers.

Iv. Conclusion and Prospect

As a natural, safe and effective food additive, Atractylodes Extract has a broad application prospect in food industry. With the continuous improvement of people's health and nutrition needs, the application value of Atractylodes Extract will be further reflected. In the future, researchers can further explore the pharmacological effects and application scope of Atractylodes Extract, and promote its wider application in the food industry. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the production process and quality control of Atractylodes Extract to ensure its safety and effectiveness, and provide consumers with more healthy and delicious food.