CLEVELAND, OH--(Marketwired - October 12, 2016) - Already known as the only probiotic strain scientifically shown to enhance protein utilization, new research confirms that GanedenBC^30® increases digestibility for pea, rice and soy proteins. The findings are being released less than two months after Ganeden's 24^th study was published, confirming that the patented and science-backed strain enhances the body's utilization of animal-based protein and helps with muscle recovery.

Protein products, with a special interest in vegan protein, have been a top trend in the food and beverage categories this year, making Ganeden's findings extremely relevant. The announcement is especially important to the growing sports and ­fitness nutrition market, which is expected to reach nearly $70 billion by 2017. The company has already helped launch a variety of protein-centered foods and beverages, with interest continuing to grow based on the new findings.

"Plant proteins have been known to have lower digestibility as compared to animal-based proteins, yet vegan protein sources have increased immensely in popularity," said David Keller, vice president of scientific operations for Ganeden. "Companies want to make sure consumers have access to the plant protein options they want, while getting the most of out of the benefits those proteins can provide, which is why Ganeden's findings are crucial for the industry."

In the study, which was conducted by Dr. Koen Venema from Maastricht University in the Netherlands, the digestion of soy, pea and rice protein were measured with normal digestive enzymes as compared to these enzymes with 1 billion CFU of GanedenBC³⁰. It was found that the presence of GanedenBC³⁰ increased the total nitrogen levels, as well as Alpha Amino Nitrogen (AAN), which is a proxy for free amino acids and small peptides, meaning the probiotic aids in the digestion of plant proteins and the breakdown of peptides. It also provides better utilization of amino acids and reduces unabsorbed protein delivery to the colon, where protein fermentation could lead to the production of toxic metabolites.

To learn more about Ganeden's ongoing scientific research and published studies, or for more information formulating with GanedenBC³⁰ probiotics, visit GanedenProbiotics.com.

About Ganeden^®:
Ganeden^® is at the forefront of probiotic research and product development with an extensive library of published studies and more than 120 patents for probiotic technologies in the food, beverage, animal health, sports nutrition and personal care ingredients markets. Ganeden is best known for GanedenBC^30® (Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086), its patented, FDA GRAS, non-GMO, highly stable probiotic ingredient. Ganeden's newest ingredient, Bonicel, is the first science-backed, probiotic-derived, personal care ingredient shown to dramatically reduce signs of aging. For more information about Ganeden and licensing opportunities visit GanedenProbiotics.com.

About GanedenBC^30®:
GanedenBC³⁰® (Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086), Ganeden's patented probiotic ingredient that can be found in more than 500 leading food, beverage, sports nutrition and companion animal products around the world. Unlike most other probiotic strains, GanedenBC³⁰ is a spore-former which makes it highly stable and allows it to remain viable through most manufacturing processes, three years of shelf life and the low pH of stomach acid. The efficacy of GanedenBC³⁰ is backed by over 20 published studies showing safety, digestive and immune support and GanedenBC³⁰ has an exceptional safety record with FDA GRAS status from the United States FDA. It can be formulated into virtually any food, beverage or companion animal product that is baked, boiled, frozen or squeezed... including all hot or refrigerated beverages! For more information, please visit GanedenBC30.com.

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