At HP Ingredients (HPI), we absolutely live to deliver herbal science. We know that complex phytochemistry analysis, in vitro studies and human clinical studies along with traditional knowledge make for a powerful ingredient. And a powerful product with an attractive story packet.
Our signature ingredient, Bergamonte®, grown only in the soil-rich coastal region of Calabria, Italy, is an example.
Bergamonte® (Citrus bergamia Risso) is a patented standardized extract which has a unique active profile of flavonoids such as neoeriocitrin, neohesperidin, naringin, brutelidin and melitidin. We also call it BPF® (Bergamot Polyphenolic Fraction) and Bergamonte® BPE Complex™.
Here are 5 reasons to incorporate Bergamonte® into your new cardiovascular-support product.
1. Of its more than 15 clinical studies (pre-clinical and clinical), a 2022 study published in Nutrients stands out. This comparison study led by bergamot research expert Rocco Mollace, MD, found it exhibited superior cholesterol impact benefits when compared to red yeast rice.
2. Allowable claims are compelling and attractive to consumers. These are:
Supports healthy cardiometabolic profile*
Helps support healthy cardiovascular function*
Supports healthy cholesterol profile*
Helps support healthy cholesterol levels*
Encourages healthy weight management*
Helps support healthy blood glucose levels*
Helps support healthy liver function*
Enhances nitric oxide*
Provides antioxidant protection*
3. Bergamonte® is highly versatile – lending itself for inclusion beyond simply pills. Bergamonte® is water soluble and easily masked and is available in capsules, tablets, soft-gel, instant powder drink, gummy, and chocolate. In addition, HPI offers Infused Bergamot dehydrated fruit tea, that can be steeped in hot water.
4. Bergamonte® is the only ingredient found to improve the connections between gut health, liver functionality and brain performance (the gut-brain-axis). BPF® antagonizes intestinal dysbiosis and microbiota-dependent alteration of liver functionality and systemic inflammation, thereby supporting specific metabolic pathways in the brain that contribute to metabolic health.
5. Your cardiovascular-support product with Bergamonte® can re-energize the category by emphasizing the positives a healthy heart can have on younger generations. Heart-health products are slowly growing after a bit of a slump, according to Nutrition Business Journal 2023 Condition Specific Report.
Want to learn more about Bergamonte® and read the studies? Just contact us.
