Development of new fortified, functional products and food supplements

Promoting health and reducing the risk of disease requires fortified food sources and food supplements. The demand for food products is constantly increasing due to the growing world population. Consumers are becoming more conscious when purchasing food supplements and functional food products, turning to healthy and natural supplements for their well-being. Regulatory agencies are meticulously inspecting and controlling the quality, safety, and effectiveness of food supplement ingredients and final products. With expertise in the legal aspects of Amgelra Foods, the Innovation Center can confidently assist manufacturers in designing new products with specific nutritional properties without legal concerns. By utilizing natural raw materials and protective techniques, our researchers provide manufacturers with the desired quality product. Our quality control departments ensure thorough testing during production to identify any defects. The Innovation Center offers the following services related to the design and production of fortified foods: 1.Targeting the type of fortification in line with the final objectives 2. Product formulation 3. Identification of suppliers and necessary raw materials 4. Design of the production process and GMP 5. Prototype production 6. Determination of shelf life 7. Evaluation of characteristics and comparison with relevant national and international references Types of food fortification: Various food compounds can be used to fortify food products, including vitamins, minerals, prebiotics, probiotics, phytochemicals and plant extracts, fibers, carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids, omega-3 fatty acids, enzymes, lipids, and plant essential oils. The choice of substance for fortification depends on the health goals of the product. Fortification can be applied to a wide range of food products catering to different target groups, such as infants, children, mothers, athletes, or the elderly.