Plant-based softgels - finally going mainstream?
Check this out: [link] # Softgel Capsules Market Outlook Report 2025-2032: Increasing Adoption of Plant-Based Gelling Agents in Softgel Production to Meet Vegan and Clean Label Consumer Demand The global market for softgel... Seems like big pharma is finally catching up with what the biohacker community has known for years. What do you guys think? Are plant-based softgels the future or just a trend?
Interesting. I've been tracking this for a while. The shift to plant-based gelling agents is partly driven by consumer demand, but also by supply chain issues with gelatin. Still, not all plant-based alternatives are created equal - some use carrageenan which can cause inflammation in sensitive people. Always check the source.
As a science nerd, I gotta say the technology behind this is pretty cool. They're using things like modified starch and seaweed extracts to mimic gelatin's properties. The bioavailability might actually be better with some plant-based oils too. But yeah, SproutSid is right - watch out for carrageenan.
Good points. I've been testing a new brand that uses tapioca starch and seems to hold up well. Anyone else tried plant-based softgels? Curious about the texture and absorption.