Biotransformation is defined as the chemical alteration of elements such as nutrients, amino acids, toxins, and drugs in the body. 

It’s important to take into account from a Food science and product development perspective because of the way different nutrients and ingredients will react to one another in the body. This affects different elements of the process from the delivery system we choose to the combination of ingredients we use.

The video presentation here will provide a further breakdown of the biotransformation and fermentation process in the food and beverage industry but below is a brief overview of the information contained in the video if you prefer to read about it first. If you have any questions on any part of the presentation or would like to consider this process for your business, please contact me on [email protected].

Food and beverage products can be broken down into four main elements: conditions (temperature, pressure, dissolved oxygen…), substrates (lipids, source of nitrogen, inhibitors and amino acids…), microorganisms (pure or mixed, strain of use…) and enzymes.

The addition of substrates and microorganisms can result in either catabolism products (alcohols, organic acids, gas etc.) or anabolism products (biomass or bioactive molecules like vitamins, probiotics, enzymes etc).

Once we understand the basis of the product you want to create, we can begin the process of simulation followed by focused experimentation in order to work our way through a faster product development process so that you can be ahead of the competition with your innovations.

The benefits of biotransformation are broad and can be found across all three stages of the consumer involvement and emotional connection process: experience (use of the five senses), nutrition (bioavailability, strong nutritional profiles, vitamins..) and efficiency (relating to food waste and preservation).

The key takeaway from this topic is to develop a deep knowledge and understanding of your ideal consumer so that you will be able to use the biotransformation process and science to your advantage and build a strong product that is in high demand in your chosen marketplace.

For more detail, watch the video above and don’t hesitate to contact me on [email protected] with any questions or queries relating to how this can be relevant for your existing or upcoming portfolio.

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