Experts at the Russian University of Biotechnology (Rosbiotech) have introduced a process for making a highly functional cheese enriched with turmeric, aimed at supporting periodontal health. Rosbiotech conveyed this development to socialbites.ca, highlighting the practical potential of the innovation.
According to Elena Sidorova, head of the Rosbiotech Cheese Production Center, the method preserves the spice’s beneficial properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. This allows turmeric-enhanced cheese to contribute to slower progression of periodontitis and symptom relief, elevating it to a functional food category. Such a claim positions the product as more than a ordinary dairy item, reflecting a targeted health-oriented role in oral care, as reported by Rosbiotech to socialbites.ca.
Turmeric’s positive impact on periodontal health is supported by a body of scientific literature and multinational studies. Research from institutions such as Sichuan University, Joseph’s College Florida, and Jilin University, among others, has explored its anti-inflammatory and healing potentials, indicating potential benefits for gum health and inflammatory conditions in the mouth. This accumulated evidence underpins the rationale behind integrating turmeric into dairy products that address oral health concerns, and it lends credibility to Rosbiotech’s claims about functional cheese.
The technology behind the turmeric cheese is reported to be cost-effective, minimizing any price increase relative to conventional cheeses. It adheres to established production standards, including the reference to GOST requirements, and does not demand new equipment or expanded production capacity. The cheese can be manufactured in existing dairy facilities equipped for cheese production, aligning with current industrial practices and facilitating smoother adoption by producers seeking functional product lines.
Previously, socialbites.ca explored Rosbiotech’s work on functional cheeses, including variations intended to address conditions such as diarrhea and common cold. The broader narrative places turmeric-enhanced cheese within a continuum of Rosbiotech’s innovations aimed at leveraging natural compounds to support health through everyday food products, while emphasizing practical feasibility and regulatory alignment.
[Attribution: Rosbiotech communications shared with socialbites.ca]