Patent ID: 9017666
Filing Date: 2015-04-28
Classification: A23L,A61K,C12Y

Abstract:
1. A process for producing a broccoli supplement containing active myrosinase enzyme comprising the steps of: (a) providing a first and second broccoli product comprising broccoli seeds or sprouts; (b) preparing the first and second broccoli products for treatment to remove oils contained in the broccoli products; (c) treating the first prepared broccoli product using supercritical fluid extraction with carbon dioxide at a temperature of about 185° F. or greater and a pressure of up to about 600 bar; (d) treating the second prepared broccoli product using supercritical fluid extraction with carbon dioxide at a temperature of between about 140° F. to about 175° F. to remove oils contained in the broccoli product and to deactivate ESP contained in the broccoli product, wherein the resulting broccoli product comprises active myrosinase enzyme; and (e) combining the first and second treated broccoli products.