What is Betaine Monohydrate?

Betaine Monohydrate, as natural sweeteners, is also known as betaine or trimethyl glycine. It is a quaternary amine alkaloid extracted from beet processing byproducts. Its name comes from the earliest isolation of this substance from beet molasses. The chemical formula of betaine monohydrate is C5H11NO2, and the molecular weight is 117.15. It is a white scaly or prismatic crystalline powder with a slight sweet taste. It is highly soluble in water, easily soluble in methanol and ethanol, but difficult to dissolve in ether. Betaine monohydrate is not only an alkaloid widely present in nature, but can also be widely used in many fields such as medicine, food, cosmetics and feed, showing its unique value and wide range.

What are the effects of betaine monohydrate?

1. Regulate blood pressure: By reducing the accumulation of cholesterol and fat in blood vessels, betaine monohydrate helps to maintain smooth blood circulation and improve the elasticity of blood vessel walls, thereby effectively controlling hypertension and helping to maintain stable blood pressure.
2. Weight loss extract: It has the effect of promoting fatty acid oxidation, can accelerate the decomposition rate of fat, reduce the accumulation of fat in the body, assist in weight loss and improve body fat distribution.
3. Improved digestion function: Betaine monohydrate can stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juice, enhance the peristalsis speed of the gastrointestinal tract, thereby accelerating the digestion process of food and improving overall digestive function.
4. Protect the liver: As a methyl donor, it participates in the methylation reaction in the liver, helps to accelerate the discharge of toxins, reduce liver toxicity caused by alcohol, drugs, etc., and protect liver health.
5. Moisturizing skin care: Contains moisturizing raw materials, its hydrophilic molecular structure can form a protective film on the skin surface, prevent water loss, maintain the moisture balance of the skin, and has moisturizing and anti-aging effects.

What are the applications of betaine monohydrate?

1. Food additives: As a thickener and sweetener, betaine monohydrate is often used in foods with a thin taste, such as cakes, ice cream, jelly, salad dressing, etc. At the same time, due to its good water retention and moisturizing properties, it is also widely used in foods such as bread, meat products, and dairy products, which can improve the taste and extend the shelf life.
2. Cosmetics materials: As a thickener and moisturizer, betaine monohydrate can make cosmetics such as lotions and facial cleansers easier to apply and use, and maintain the moisture and gloss of the skin.
3. Pharmaceutical raw materials: Betaine monohydrate can be used in pharmaceutical chemicals, such as in the preparation of drugs, such as oral capsules, suspensions, syrups, suppositories, etc., with certain thickening, stabilization and adsorption effects, improving the quality and efficacy of drugs.
4. Feed field: Adding betaine monohydrate to feed can shorten the feeding time of animals, increase feed intake, improve feed utilization, and have a positive impact on the growth and health of animals.