Re-dispersible appetite suppression powders using natural products
Explore innovative re-dispersible powders formulated with natural products to suppress appetite, offering an alternative to GLP-1 peptides. By leveraging spray drying techniques, these powders combine natural ingredients with proteins and fibers for enhanced efficacy.
Overview
This innovative solution focuses on developing re-dispersible powders that effectively suppress appetite using natural products. The powders are designed to offer a cost-effective and side-effect-free alternative to GLP-1 peptides, traditionally used for weight management. By combining various natural ingredients known for their weight loss properties, such as fenugreek, turmeric, guarana, green tea, dandelion, and Kakadu plum, the solution aims to optimize appetite suppression.
Technical specifications
The development process involves creating a formulation matrix with up to 30 different combinations of natural products, proteins, and fibers. The spray drying technique is employed to encapsulate these ingredients, ensuring high dispersibility in applications like fortified smoothies. Key technical steps include:
- Selection of 5 natural products based on weight loss efficacy
- Formulation optimization using whey proteins or seaweed fibers
- Evaluation of particle size, redispersibility, in-vitro toxicology, cell uptake, and permeability
- Potential in-vivo testing on rats to assess insulin release effects
- Sensory analysis through incorporation in fruit smoothies
Technology readiness level
The current technology readiness level is 2, reflecting the early stages of formulation and initial experimentation. Further development and validation are planned to advance the technology towards practical applications.
About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland is a large, multi-campus public research university in Brisbane with a comprehensive academic and research profile. Industry partners engage through hospital-embedded laboratories and clinical sites, pilot testbeds, and field campuses across Queensland that enable prototyping, trials, and validation in real-world settings. Co-location with major health precincts and proximity to Brisbane’s innovation districts make collaboration and talent access straightforward, while on-campus incubation and professional education support workforce upskilling. Research is supported by competitive national funding from the Australian Research Council and the National Health and Medical Research Council, alongside state and industry investment. A dedicated technology transfer office and commercialization company manage IP, licensing, sponsored research agreements, and spin-out formation.
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