Dried strawberry seeds are pure, natural, clean-labelled products, free from additives and chemical processing. These seeds are derived from strawberry pomace, carefully dried at high temperatures and subjected to thorough cleaning procedures. Notably, the product boasts a substantial dietary fiber content of approximately 55%.
Dried strawberry seeds serve as exceptional natural ingredients that enhance the texture and visual appeal of the end product. These tiny seeds measure around 1mm, and provide delightful crispiness. Dried strawberry seeds can be incorporated at any stage during manufacturing. Furthermore, their microbiological stability ensures an extended shelf life of up to 2 years.
Given the widespread popularity of strawberries as a favoured fruit flavour in the global food industry, the possibilities for utilizing dried strawberry seeds are vast and extensive. The range of applications depends solely on the innovative prowess of various food brands' research and development departments.
Raw strawberries comprise of approximately 91% water, 8% carbohydrates, and 1% protein, with minimal fat content. The achenes (seeds) in strawberries contain a modest quantity of essential unsaturated fatty acids in their oil. Despite comprising only about 1% of the fresh strawberry's overall weight, these seeds contribute 11% of the fruit's total polyphenol content. Among the phytochemicals in strawberry seeds are ellagic acid, ellagic acid glycosides, and ellagitannins.
Strawberry seeds offer a wide range of applications in both the food and cosmetics industries:
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In the cosmetics industry:
With their versatile nature, strawberry seeds offer numerous opportunities for enhancing both the taste and functionality of food products, as well as providing beneficial properties in cosmetic applications.
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