Application of N-acetylneuraminic acid (sialic acid SA) in food field
Application of N-acetylneuraminic acid (sialic acid SA) in food field
Sep 19, 2022
N-acetylneuraminic acid (Sialic acid, SA, CAS: 131-48-6), commonly known as sialic acid, bird's nest acid; it has the functions of antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, improving memory, and enhancing human physique. It is the main functional substance of traditional tonic bird's nest. It is a popular product in the market with "same origin as makeup and food".
N-acetylneuraminic acid is widely distributed in nature, including animals, plants and microorganisms. The main food source is breast milk, followed by milk, eggs and cheese. The content of sialic acid in bird's nest is high, so sialic acid is also called bird's nest acid. As an important part of normal human tissues, sialic acid is widely distributed at the end of sugar chains on the surface of cell membranes. It is especially abundant on the surface of nerve cells. It can also be combined with lipids or proteins to play different functions. It has the functions of improving infant intelligence and memory, anti-senile dementia, improving intestinal absorption of vitamins and minerals, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antiviral.
N-acetylneuraminic acid (sialic acid, SA) has been added to multifunctional foods such as infant formula milk powder, infant nutrition products, and health care products due to its unique physiological functions.