Is capsanthin harmful?

What is Capsanthin? Is capsanthin harmful? It is necessary to talk to you in detail about these issues, because they are closely related to our life, diet and health, and should be given enough attention. Only by understanding them can we feel at ease and accept them calmly. Let me explain to you what you know about capsanthin.

Capsanthin, also known as capsanthin and capsicum oleoresin, is a natural colorant extracted from peppers. The main coloring components are capsanthin and capsorubin, which are carotenoids and account for 50% to 60% of the total. In addition, it also contains a certain amount of non-coloring ingredient capsaicin. Capsanthin not only has bright color, high color value, strong tinting power and good color retention effect, but can also effectively extend the shelf life of simulated food.

Its properties: Capsanthin (water-soluble, oil-soluble) is a natural pigment made from peppers using scientific methods of extraction, separation and refinement. The main ingredients are capsanthin and capsanthin, which are dark red oil-soluble liquids with bright color, strong tinting power, resistance to light, heat, acid, alkali, and are not affected by metal ions. They are soluble in oils and ethanol, and can also be specially processed into water-soluble or water-dispersible pigments. This product is rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C and has health-care functions. It is widely used in coloring various foods and medicines such as aquatic products, meat, cakes, salads, canned foods, beverages, etc. It can also be used in the production of cosmetics. Its relevant characteristics: no spicy taste, bright color, stable performance, good heat resistance and light resistance, not affected by changes in pH value, and strong dyeing ability for oil products. This product has been repeatedly deodorized and refined. Although it has a slight odor, it has no taste when added to the product. And its application range: condiments, cream products, meat products, seafood, biscuit surface coloring, can also be used in feed, cosmetics, etc.

After understanding the properties, characteristics and applications of capsanthin, we understand that it is harmless to the human body. In daily life, we don’t have to pay too much attention to these and just treat it with a normal mind. Just like that, “food is the first necessity of the people” so in our daily diet we just need to pay attention to reasonable combination. Health is happiness. I wish everyone to be healthy, safe and have a happy family.