Bromelain

Bromelain

Bromelain is a natural enzyme from pineapple with anti-inflammatory, digestive, and wound-healing properties. Bromelain aids digestion, reduces swelling, supports immunity, and is applied in joint pain and sinusitis relief. General Information of Bromelain Synonyms: Pineapple enzyme Biological Source: Derived from the stem and fruit of Ananas comosus (Pineapple). Family: Bromeliaceae Geographical Source: Cultivated in Thailand, … Read more

Papain

Papain

Papain is a proteolytic enzyme from papaya latex used for protein digestion and wound healing. Papain aids in digestion, tenderizes meat, and is applied in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. General Information of Papain Synonyms: Papaya proteinase I Biological Source: Derived from the latex of unripe fruits of Carica papaya. Family: Caricaceae Geographical Source: Grown in India, … Read more

Gelatin

Gelatin

Gelatin is a protein from collagen, widely used in pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics for its gelling properties. Gelatin is used in capsules, tablets, emulsions, and as a stabilizer, providing strength, clarity, and easy digestibility. General Information Synonyms: Animal Glue, Collagen Hydrolysate Biological Source: Derived from collagen found in the skin, bones, and connective tissues of … Read more

Honey

Honey

Honey is a natural sweet substance made by bees, rich in sugars, enzymes, and antioxidants. Honey is valued for nutrition, wound healing, skincare, and traditional medicine. General Information Synonyms: Natural Honey, Medicated Honey. Biological Source: Produced by bees (Apis mellifera) from flower nectar. Family: Apidae. Geographical Source: Found worldwide, major producers include India, China, USA, … Read more

Fibers

Fibers

Fibers are natural or synthetic thread-like structures valued for strength, flexibility, and diverse applications. Fibers play a key role in textiles, medicine, and industry, ensuring durability, comfort, and utility. 1. Cotton Synonyms: Absorbent cotton Purified cotton Biological Source: Derived from the seed hairs of: Gossypium hirsutum Gossypium arboreum Gossypium barbadense Gossypium herbaceum Family: Malvaceae Geographical … Read more

Tragacanth

Tragacanth

Tragacanth is a natural gum obtained from Astragalus species, used as a stabilizer, emulsifier, and thickening agent. Tragacanth is applied in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food industries for its binding, soothing, and suspending properties. General Information Synonyms: Gum Tragacanths, Shiraz gum. Biological Source: Dried exudate from Astragalus gummifer. Family: Fabaceae. Geographical Source: Found in Iran, Turkey, … Read more

Primary Metabolites

Primary Metabolites

Introduction to Primary Metabolites Primary metabolites are essential biochemical compounds required for the growth, development, and normal functioning of living organisms. Many Primary Metabolites have pharmaceutical and industrial applications. Unlike secondary metabolites, they are universally present and play a key role in metabolism, energy production, and cellular processes. Characteristics Essential for survival and metabolism. Continuously … Read more

Agar

Agar

Agar is a gelatinous substance from red algae used as a culture medium in microbiology and food industry. Agar supports microbial growth, acts as a stabilizer, thickener, and is vital in pharmaceutical formulations. General Information Synonyms: Agars-Agars, Gelose. Biological Source: Extracted from red algae Gelidium amansii, Gracilaria species. Family: Gelidiaceae, Gracilariaceae. Geographical Source: Found in … Read more

Acacia (Gum Arabic)

Acacia (Gum Arabic)

Acacia (Gum Arabic) is a natural gum exudate used as a stabilizer, emulsifier, and thickening agent in pharmaceuticals. Acacia (Gum Arabic) aids in binding tablets, coating drugs, and is widely applied in food, cosmetics, and medicinal products. General Information Synonyms: Gum Acacia, Gum Arabics Biological Source: Dried exudate from Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal. Family: … Read more

Natural Allergens

Natural Allergens

Natural Allergens identification helps in allergy prevention, diagnosis, and development of safe therapeutic approaches. Natural allergens are plant-derived substances that trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. These reactions may include rhinitis, asthma, skin rashes, and anaphylaxis. Common Plant-Derived Allergens: Allergen Source Effects Pollen Allergens Trees (Birch, Oak, Pine), Grasses (Timothy grass, Ryegrass), Weeds (Ragweed) Hay … Read more