Soya Protein Isolate
What is Soya Protein Isolate?
Soya protein isolate is a concentrated form of soy protein, typically containing over 90% protein by weight. It is produced from defatted soybean flakes through a process of removing most of the fat and carbohydrates, often involving water or alcohol extraction and drying. The resulting powder is highly refined and neutral in flavour.
Is Soya Protein Isolate vegan?
Soya Protein Isolate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Soya Protein Isolate gluten-free?
It is not derived from gluten-containing cereals.
Is Soya Protein Isolate a major allergen?
Soya protein isolate is derived from soya, which is one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Soya Protein Isolate used for?
Manufacturers add soya protein isolate primarily to increase the protein content of foods, making it a popular ingredient in sports nutrition products like protein bars and powders.
Is Soya Protein Isolate safe?
Soya protein isolate is not classified as a food additive and does not have an E-number.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add soya protein isolate primarily to increase the protein content of foods, making it a popular ingredient in sports nutrition products like protein bars and powders. It can also function as an emulsifier and texturiser in some applications, contributing to the structure and mouthfeel of products such as meat alternatives and baked goods.
Health notes
Soya protein isolate is not classified as a food additive and does not have an E-number. It is a source of complete protein, containing all essential amino acids. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) consider soya to be one of the 14 major allergens that must be declared on food labels.
Allergen info
Soya protein isolate is derived from soya, which is one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not derived from gluten-containing cereals.
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