Fisheries Research Institute Develops Sports Nutrition Ingredient from Grouper Heads
The Fisheries Research Institute, in collaboration with Fu Jen Catholic University, has developed a high-function sports nutrition ingredient from grouper head byproducts, promoting circular economy and value-added production.
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(CNA) Grouper is a key aquaculture product in Taiwan. To increase the value of byproducts like fish heads, the Fisheries Research Institute (FRI) under the Ministry of Agriculture has partnered with Fu Jen Catholic University to develop a functional sports nutrition ingredient. About 20% of fish meat remains as byproduct during processing, which the FRI successfully converted into high-purity protein using "ultrafine bubble" and "multiple hydrolysis" technologies. The crude protein content reaches 90.14%, and it is rich in taurine. Animal tests showed improved endurance and reduced lactic acid levels. This technology is expected to boost the international competitiveness of Taiwan's seafood processing industry.
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What is Grouper (石斑魚)?
It is a popular farmed fish in Taiwan.