ACTAZIN®

ACTAZIN® is a powder from green kiwifruit, exclusively harvested in New Zealand. Its benefits on bowel transit and digestive health have been demonstrated in 2 clinical studies. In vitro studies also support the prebiotic activity of this ingredient.

Preserving the unique composition of kiwifruit

The quality of ACTAZIN® begins with the choice of raw materials. The fruit is carefully selected from Zespri® approved New Zealand growers. Then, stripped of the skin and seeds, they are cold-pressed to a green powder.

The manufacturing process, which respects the quality of the fruit, preserves the composition of the kiwifruit in nutrients, vitamins and bioactive substances.

A synergy of action of ACTAZIN® compounds

Fibres represent 14-20% of the total composition of ACTAZIN® and have unique hydration and water retention properties, far superior to inulin or fructo-oligosaccharides, for example. These characteristics help to improve intestinal transit. ACTAZIN® fibres allow in particular:

• a good swelling of the stools,
• a change in the composition of the intestinal microbiota
• a production of short-chain fatty acids which improve intestinal motility.

Green kiwifruit has the particularity of containing a high content of actinidin, a highly active proteolytic enzyme. In vitro studies have shown the role of this enzyme in the digestion of proteins at gastric and intestinal levels and in increasing gastric emptying speed.

ACTAZIN® also contains high levels of polyphenolic compounds. The scientific literature attributes anti-inflammatory properties to polyphenols that may play a role in intestinal dysmotility.

ACTAZIN® supported by science

Two randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies (28 and 128 subjects) showed an improvement in bowel function and quality of life.

An in vitro model showed the prebiotic and anti-pathogenic activity of ACTAZIN® on two strains of beneficial bacteria: Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli and on three strains of potentially pathogenic bacteria (Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enterica). Thus, ACTAZIN® promoted the growth of probiotic strains without increasing the growth of potentially pathogenic bacteria.

ACTAZIN® in your formulas

ACTAZIN® is suitable for formulas dedicated to digestion. It is used in formulas for

• digestive health,
• intestinal transit,
• products based on fibre and/or digestive enzymes of natural origin,
• probiotic-based formulas to support their action, etc.

The pleasant taste of kiwifruit and the properties of the powder make ACTAZIN® an ingredient of choice for many galenic forms: tablets, chewable tablets, capsules, sachets, powders, drinks, bars, etc...

Partner

ACTAZIN® has been developed by Anagenix.

Anagenix is a pioneering nutritional company, exclusively developing ingredients from plants grown in New Zealand’s exceptional environment. New Zealand benefits from higher UV intensities compared to similar latitudes in the northern hemisphere, leading plants to produce more polyphenols and bioactives. Anagenix’s team is committed to offer ingredients scientifically proven to be effective, and has strong connections with innovation centers, universities and research institutes.

The ingredient described here is intended for the food supplement and functional food markets.

Resources

Safety data sheet