Chickpea Milk: A New Star in the Plant Milk Market and the Protein Identification Technology of BetaTech
Recently, EPIC’ CTMhas launched a newchickpea milk,breaking the norm of plant-based milk primarily using soy, walnuts, peanuts, etc. as raw materials. Chickpea milk not only retains the low-fat, low-calorie characteristics of plant-based milk but also offers high protein and high fiber nutritional advantages, making it especially friendly for vegetarians and lactose-intolerant individuals. Additionally, chickpea milk has a rich taste and smooth texture, providing a unique experience different from traditional dairy products. In the increasingly competitive plant-based milk market, chickpea milk, with its unique nutritional value and taste, might become a new popular choice among consumers.
Why is chickpea milk gaining popularity?
Chickpeas are a high-protein, low-fat food containing rich vitamins, minerals, and fiber. According to the USDA FoodData database, every 100 grams of cooked chickpeas contains approximately 27g of carbohydrates, 2.6g of fat, 8.9g of protein, and 7.6g of dietary fiber. Chickpea milk retains these nutritional components, and its protein content is comparable to that of cow's milk, making it an ideal choice for vegetarians and lactose-intolerant individuals. Moreover, chickpea milk's taste and flavor can rival that of cow's milk, making it suitable for direct consumption or as an ingredient in coffee, baking, and other foods.
Figure 1. Chickpea Milk
Chickpea protein, as one of the main nutrients in chickpea milk, is undoubtedly a focal point of interest.Chickpea protein is a protein composed of 18 amino acids, with a total amino acid content of 869mg/g and an essential amino acid content of 353mg/g, close to the ideal protein amino acid composition recommended by WHO/FAO (360mg/g).BTP's advanced proteomics technology platform, relying on high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and high-resolution mass spectrometry (MS) technology,provides strong technical support for the identification of various physicochemical properties of chickpea protein, including molecular weight, isoelectric point, amino acid composition, primary structure, etc., Additionally, based on the quantitative proteomics platform, BTP can analyze the concentration and content of chickpea protein in the milk to ensure the product's nutritional value.
BTP Proteomics Platform
BTP has established a series of proteomics analysis platforms certified by CNAS/ISO9001 dual quality systems based on high-throughput mass spectrometry technology, featuring world-class mass spectrometry-based proteomics technology and analysis capabilities, offering you a comprehensive set of proteomics solutions:
BTP possesses platforms for protein identification using high-resolution mass spectrometry, capillary electrophoresis, and circular dichroism, enabling the precise identification of proteinmolecular weight,isoelectric point,structure, and other properties, to identify sample proteins from different perspectives, meeting diverse research needs. Whether your sample is a protein mixture, SDS-PAGE protein band, 2D protein gel spot, or proteins in samples like pull-down and Co-IP, we can achieve high-efficiency and precise identification for you.
Figure 2. Example of BTP's Mass Spectrometry-based Protein Identification
2.Quantitative Proteomics Analysis
Quantification can be achieved through different methods, such as isotope labeling methods (e.g., TMT, iTRAQ, SILAC, 15^N labeling) and label-free quantification, to provide information on the quantity of proteins in different biological contexts. BTP's quantitative proteomics platform offers various protein quantification techniques, includingLabel Free,iTRAQ,TMT,SILAC,2D-DIGE,DIA,SWATH,protein relative quantification,semi-quantitative, andabsolute quantification, to meet various research needs. Free consultation available!
Figure 3. Quantitative Proteomics Analysis
BTP uses nano LC-MS/MS nano liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry and Shimadzu's Edman degradation sequencing system to analyze protein sequences, providingmass spectrometry-based protein sequencing analysisservices, including analysis of proteinamino acid composition,N-terminal sequencing,C-terminal sequencing, andfull sequence analysis, as well asEdman degradation-based N-terminal protein sequence analysisservices. For proteins with unknown theoretical sequences, we providede novo protein sequencingservices to analyze the protein sequence.
Figure 4. Mass Spectrometry Sequencing Illustration
4.Post-translational ModificationProteomics Analysis
Research on protein post-translational modifications requires the use of high-resolution mass spectrometry and other technologies to identify and quantify different modification forms of proteins in samples. BTP has built an advanced analysis platform and is equipped with various enrichment methods to identify low-abundance modified peptides, characterizing various post-translational modifications (PTM), providingphosphorylation/tyrosine phosphorylation/glycosylation/ubiquitination/acetylation/methylation/disulfide bonds/SUMOylationand other post-translational modification identifications, including whether modifications occur, what type of modifications occur, the amino acid sites of the modifications, and their content.
Figure 5. Identification of Protein Post-translational Modification Methods Illustration
BTP's advanced proteomics research platform can provide comprehensive protein research solutions, with extensive service experience in the food, medical, and research fields. Free consultation available!
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Related Services:
Pull-down Target Protein Mass Spectrometry Identification
Protein Structure Identification
Determination of Protein Primary Structure
Protein Circular Dichroism Analysis
Peptide Mass Spectrometry Identification
Protein SUMOylation Identification
Peptide Coverage/Peptide Map Analysis
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