Herbs & Nutraceuticals

Freeze-dried herbs and nutraceuticals refer to herbs and plant-based substances that have undergone the freeze-drying process to preserve their flavor, aroma, and beneficial compounds. Freeze-drying is a method of removing the water content from these plant materials while retaining their essential oils, phytochemicals, and nutritional properties.

The freeze-drying process involves freezing the fresh herbs or nutraceuticals and then placing them in a vacuum chamber. In the chamber, the frozen plant materials are subjected to low pressure, causing the frozen water within them to transform directly into vapor through sublimation. This process helps preserve the plant’s natural flavors, aromas, and therapeutic compounds.

Freeze-dried herbs and nutraceuticals offer several advantages over other drying methods. The freeze-drying process allows for better preservation of the plant’s volatile compounds, as it avoids exposure to high temperatures that can degrade them. This results in herbs that retain their flavors and aromas even after being rehydrated.