Soya Tocopherols

Soya bean is classified under two categories - Non GMO and GMO. All soy bean crops grown in India are non-genetically modified, while much of the soybeans available across the globe apart from India is termed as GMO. BBM offers Tocopherols extracted from Non GMO soya bean that commands a higher price as compared to the GMO Tocopherols. Soya bean Tocopherols have high Gamma Tocopherol content. Gamma tocopherols being anti-oxidant help athletes speed up glycogen synthesis and has strong anti-inflammatory effects. Its applications vary based on the purity - the low grade tocopherols find use in the Bakery and Confectionery products, medium level are preferred in the Pet Food industry and the high purity tocopherols are applied in the burgeoning Beauty industry, especially for skin care products. Apart from Tocopherols, the other natural ingredients extracted from Soya bean are Lecithin. Soy lecithin, a food additive is found in dietary supplements, used in the confectionery industry for ice creams and in dairy products, infant formulas, breads, margarine, and other convenience foods. It is also used as an antioxidant and flavor protector. Lecithin also regulates kidney, liver and gall bladder functions. Other acid oils are used in paint and soap industries.