Wheat
Gluten

Vital wheat gluten is a fine, slightly yellow powder with binding technological action, containing about 75% protein. It is extracted from wheat flour and is later used to nutritionally enrich products for both human and animal consumption.

A bit about Wheat Gluten

Vital wheat gluten is a fine, slightly yellow powder with binding technological properties, containing about 75% protein. It is extracted from wheat flour to later enrich human and animal food products nutritionally.

The main application of wheat gluten is in the baking industry. When mixed with water and subjected to mechanical forces, wheat gluten forms an adhesive and elastic network with good gas retention capacity and controlled expansion to increase volume and stability. It is applied in weak flours, traditional breads, special breads with added fibers, cereals and grains, where large particles added damage the gas network of the dough, and in baked goods with long fermentation stages, where volume is of great importance, such as panettones. Additionally, gluten can also help extend the shelf life of food, which is a great advantage for manufacturers.

In meat products and vegan analogs, it is used as a binding agent, improving the nutritional content and reducing losses during cooking. In breakfast cereals and cereal bars, it is used due to its nutritional value. Gluten is an excellent source of protein for the maintenance and development of muscles and body tissues. Therefore, a diet rich in gluten can be beneficial for those who engage in regular physical activities. Additionally, gluten can help improve energy and physical performance. This happens because it is a source of long-lasting carbohydrates, which provide constant energy to the body. Thus, consuming gluten-containing foods can help prevent fatigue and improve physical endurance.

The second-largest application of wheat gluten is in the animal feed sector. Adding wheat gluten increases the nutritional value of the product, and its properties of water absorption and binding with fats are very important for the production of canned wet food for dogs and cats.

It is important to mention that wheat gluten can cause adverse reactions in people with celiac disease, an autoimmune condition where gluten consumption causes damage to the small intestine. Additionally, some people may be sensitive to gluten even without having celiac disease. People with dietary restrictions or health concerns should always check product labels to determine if they contain gluten and whether they are suitable for consumption.

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Labonathus offers wheat gluten ingredient for a variety of applications!
In baking products, it provides elasticity to the dough, allowing it to expand during the fermentation process, resulting in the formation of the air structure that gives bread its characteristic texture and volume.
It is applied in weak flours, traditional breads, special breads with added fibers, cereals, and grains, where large particles added damage the gas network of the dough, as well as in baked goods with a long fermentation stage where volume is of great importance, such as panettones.
In doughs, such as pizzas, pasta, and biscuits, it provides greater stretchability and moldability, maintaining the desired shape and texture.
In bakery products, it improves the structure and texture of items such as pies and croissants.
In meat products and vegan analogues, it is used as a binding agent, improving the nutritional content and reducing losses during cooking.
In canned wet food for dogs and cats, the addition of wheat gluten increases the nutritional value of the product and its water absorption and fat-binding properties.

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