Ishaan Bio - An essential protein source

Rice protein isolate (RPI) is plant-based, has a high protein content of 80% and is made from 100% non-genetically modified (GM) rice. It is natural; soya, cholesterol, lactose and gluten-free; and a hypoallergenic ingredient with an excellent amino acid profile and digestibility of 96%.

Ishaan Bio treats rice with enzymes to separate carbohydrates, protein and fibres. After this, the protein is treated again with special enzymes to achieve the protein isolate; cleaning, filtration and sterilisation, which remove allergens, impurities and contamination, follow. Key features of Ishaan Bio's RPI include:

• manufacturing with an ISO 22000-certified enzymatic process
• using special enzymes to improve the quality of rice proteins, having no allergens or low heavy metals, and enhanced organoleptic and functionality aspects
• proprietary drying and sterilisation technology that provides consistent product appearance and microbial control
• using a manufacturing process that improves particle size distribution and foreign particle controls, from the raw material to final product
• raw material and in-process quality control
• full traceability
• an in-house quality lab that tests all product specifications.

Ishaan Bio's current product portfolio comprises white, brown and sprouted RPI. Their main benefits include:

• having a neutral taste
• fulfilling the protein requirement for vegetarian diets
• being highly nutritious and functional
• a protein digestibility-corrected amino acid score (PDCAAS) of 0.48-0.50
• low sodium and fat level
• reducing oxidative stress
• boosting the immune system
• being a low-calorie option for weight management
• lowering the risk of heart disease due to the endocrine protein
• the brown RPIs' high-fibre content, which acts a prebiotic, and sprouted RPI's better amino acid profile and PDCAAS.

RPIs can be used in food, beverage, nutrition, cosmetic and pet foods applications.