Sweetness Redefined: How Sweet Proteins Could Revolutionize our Relationship with Sugar with Ali Wing and Jason Ryder

Gutsy Health | Nutrition and Medicine

Show Summary:

“Sweet proteins are proteins; they just taste sweet like sugar. But the big difference is unlike sugar and alternative sweeteners, they don't spike your blood sugar and don’t give you gut microbiome issues.”

Imagine a world where you can enjoy the sweetness of food without worrying about the harmful effects of sugar. It may sound too good to be true, but today, we're diving into a groundbreaking solution that has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach sweetness.

Joining us on the podcast today are Jason Ryder, CTO, co-founder, and brilliant biochemical engineer, and Ali Wing, the visionary CEO of Oobli, a pioneering food technology company. Together, they aim to redefine sweetness and transform the food and beverage industry using naturally sweet proteins.

In this episode, we explore sweet proteins, how they help bend the global curve on diabetes and obesity, and their connection to positive impacting climate change.

Indulgence doesn't have to come at the expense of your well-being. Learn how taste and health can go hand in hand by tuning in to Episode 84 of the Gutsy Health Podcast!

Exceptional Highlights:

• Sweet proteins like Brazzein from the Oubli fruit in West Africa are 500 to 2,000 times sweeter than sucrose, heat-stable, highly soluble, and require only a minuscule amount to deliver the desired sweetness.
• Unlike sugars and some artificial sweeteners, they don't trigger insulin responses beyond the stomach and have no negative impact on the gut microbiome.
• Substituting sugar with these natural compounds can help control cravings, enhance nutritional value, and promote a feeling of fullness, offering a healthier way to enjoy sweetness.

Show Highlights:

20:32 - Get to Know Ali Wing and Jason Ryder

23:42 - The Story and Mission Behind Oobli and Revolutionizing Global Health

24:52 - Are These Nature’s Secret Weapons Against Sugar?

31:03 - How Sweet Proteins Can Help You Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth Without the Crash

32:47 - Their Game-Changing Potential in Treating Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases

35:21 - A Sustainable Alternative to Sugar and Its Positive Environmental Impact

38:55 - Tackling Sugar Consumption, Climate, and Food Production Challenges

45:11 - The Science Behind How They’re Good for Your Gut and Your Brain

47:00 - The Key Difference Between Sweet Proteins and Other Sweeteners

49:36 - Future Clinical Studies: Ensuring Safety and Efficacy of These Natural Compounds

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• Gutsy Health Podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/gutsyhealthpodcast/
• Gutsy Health Academy - https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/

Connect with Ali Wing & Jason Ryder:

• Oobli - https://oobli.com/

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