White Kidney Bean Extract
Plant Extracts 2025-03-11
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Source | Extracted from Phaseolus vulgaris seeds (white kidney beans). |
| Active Compound | α-Amylase inhibitor (e.g., Phaseolamin); blocks carbohydrate absorption. |
| Standardization | 3.000-15.000 AAIU/g (α-amylase inhibitory units); HPLC quantification. |
| Applications | Weight management supplements, functional foods, blood sugar support. |
| Additional Benefits | High in dietary fiber, supports satiety; contains protein-digesting enzymes. |
| Safety | GRAS-certified; safe at ≤3.000 mg/day. May cause mild bloating. Avoid during pregnancy. |
| Quality Metrics | Microbial count <1.000 CFU/g; heavy metals (Pb, As, Hg, Cd) <1 ppm. |
| Certifications | Organic, Non-GMO, Kosher, Halal (varies by supplier). |
| Forms Available | Powder, capsules, liquid extracts (standardized to 5-10% α-amylase inhibitors). |
Description
White kidney bean extract is a mature seed extract of haseolus vulgaris; it mainly contains protein, fat, carbohydrate and some highly active functional substances such as plant lectin (PHA), α-amylase inhibitor, polysaccharide and dietary fiber, flavonoids, phytohemagglutinin, food coloring, and some nutrients such as vitamins, mineral elements and amino acids such as lysine, leucine and arginine.
Application
Insoluble dietary fiber in white kidney bean extract has the effect of reducing the probability of intestinal cancer; water-soluble dietary fiber has the function of regulating sugar and lipid metabolism; flavonoid has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-mutation, antihypertensive, detoxification, and micro-improvement Circulation, anti-tumor, etc.; amylase inhibitors have hypoglycemic effects. It is commonly used in biological products for health food raw materials.
