Something you can’t quite get your head around? Hopefully you’ll find the answer here.
Yeast and fungi are microorganisms. With the natural process of fermentation, they convert one thing (like sugar or starch) into another thing (such as alcohols or edible proteins). A good example is baker’s yeast, which converts sugars into carbon dioxide and ethanol, causing bread to rise or beer to be brewed.
Precision fermentation builds on the process seen in traditional fermentation, like in beer brewing. The precision part is tweaking the yeast or fungi, so instead of producing say beer or sake, they are trained to produce other proteins, like milk proteins. These proteins are molecularly identical to those found in milk so you can’t tell the difference. You’ll also find precision fermentation in the production of medicines, such as insulin, and in food – from flavouring to baby formula.
Milk is a combination of dairy proteins, fats and sugars suspended in water.
Osteopontin is a bioactive protein found in human milk, as well as in our bones and tissue. It is naturally occurring in cow’s milk, however is found in up to 15x higher concentrations in human milk. In breast milk, osteopontin has been shown to contribute to infant growth, immunity & cognitive development and gut health. It also presents a potential opportunity for better adult health outcomes, to support bone health, tissue regeneration and immune function.
When we say our osteopontin is 'bioidentical', we mean it is structurally identical to osteopontin naturally found in breastmilk.
Infant formulas, which are typically made from cow's milk or processed soy protein, differ from human breast milk because they cannot fully replicate its unique components, such as antibodies, hormones, live cells and proteins that boost immunity and aid development. While the industry tries to bridge this gap by fortifying its formulations, a previously unavailable supply of proteins via precision fermentation presents an exciting opportunity to improve infant formula.
While osteopontin has not yet been specifically tested in adults, preliminary literature suggests it may play a role in processes such as bone remineralisation, tissue repair, inflammation modulation, and immune function. These findings indicate that osteopontin could be a promising ingredient for future development in adult-focused applications, including supplements, sports nutrition, and healthy aging products (pending the required studies and regulatory approvals).
Lactose is the major sugar found in milk and traditional dairy. Our customers/partners can choose to easily replace lactose with a more easily digestible sugar, to make their end-product lactose-free.
Nope. You won’t find any GMO’s in our proteins
We are still brewing away, please keep an eye on our website and social channels for further updates.
Disclaimer: These statements regarding osteopontin have not been evaluated by regulators such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The proteins in our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. While scientific research continues to explore the roles these proteins play in nutrition and health, we make no claims about specific health outcomes from consuming these isolated proteins. Products should be consumed as part of a varied and balanced diet. If you have specific health concerns or conditions, please consult with a healthcare professional before making dietary changes.