Enzymotec Establishes New Cognitive Platform Solutions Unit

08 Apr 2014 --- Enzymotec, a leading global developer, manufacturer, and supplier of lipid based of ingredients, including ingredients specifically targeted for improving brain health and providing benefits in memory, learning abilities and concentration. Enzymotec, uniquely addresses the entire human life cycle from infancy to old age. Based on its broad expertise in the development of lipid technologies for infant formulas, Enzymotec established a wide variety of cognitive solutions which also address adult's needs.

Dr. Ariel Katz, President and Chief Executive Officer of Enzymotec Ltd said: "based on the expected significant growth of the global adult population in the upcoming years, Enzymotec has developed and offers a variety of cognitive products through its new Cognitive Platform Solutions unit".

It becomes clearer and clearer, that phospholipids have a crucial role in health and diseases. A recent scientific publication from Nature Medicine suggests that the blood level of ten types of phospholipids may predict the risk for developing Alzheimer's disease. Though the mechanism of action is not clear, it is suggested by the authors that these phospholipids are a sign of cellular degradation. This study, along with many others, further shows the importance of the cell membrane integrity suggesting that phospholipids are important for proper functioning of the nervous system.

In addition to addressing solutions for healthy aging, Enzymotec new unit explores innovative applications for infants and children. Enzymotec technical support offers tailored solutions to adapt nutritional ingredients to a wide range of applications with emphasis on optimal taste and texture. In addition to the standard soybean-based ingredient, Enzymotec proposes other phosphatidylserine (“PS”) sources including sunflower for soy-free vegetarian applications and marine-based PS for Omega 3-enriched formulations.

Enzymotec, expert in the development of lipid-based proprietary ingredients, believes that its proposed innovative grades and applications will open new opportunities for its B2B customers looking to differentiate their products while offering novel and convenient ways to support the memory and mental performance of potential consumers from infancy to healthy aging.