CLEAN-LABEL ROOM-TEMPERATURE PRESERVATION OF PHYCOCYANIN USING HONEY OR COMPARABLE SYRUPS

Abstract

The present invention provides a clean-label method for preserving fresh phycocyanin in a bioactive, stable form by blending it with honey or comparable high-sugar syrups. This process eliminates the need for drying or synthetic stabilizers, thereby retaining the vivid blue color, antioxidant activity, and fluorescence of phycocyanin. By utilizing condensation techniques to adjust phycocyanin's water content and employing gentle mixing methods, the invention ensures a homogeneous, shelf-stable product that maintains its bioactivity and natural viscosity at room temperature. Honey's preservative properties, high fructose content, and compatibility with phycocyanin contribute to the stability and health benefits of the final product, making it suitable for applications in functional foods, liquors, cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals. The method minimizes energy consumption, reduces raw material usage, and supports sustainability, offering an eco-friendly alternative to conventional freeze-drying or chemical preservation techniques.

Inventors

LIGNOS GEORGIOS DIMITRIOU

Assignees

ITS ALIVE E E

Dates

Publication Date: 20260216
Application Date: 20250129
Priority Date: 20250129