Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Powder
Lotus seed powder is a whole-plant food ingredient containing starch, protein, dietary fiber, polyphenols, and flavonoids with antioxidant activity. It has a long history of culinary use across East and Southeast Asia and is well tolerated.
What it is
Powder made from sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) seeds, traditionally used in Asian foods; rich in starch, protein, flavonoids and alkaloids.
Thickener and source of carbohydrate and protein in soups, desserts, and traditional foods.
What regulators actually say
"Lotus seeds are rich in starch carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and other nutrients ... but also contain small amounts of minerals, polysaccharides, flavonoids, superoxide dismutase, and other active substances."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
No specific GRAS notice; consumed historically as a traditional food
European Union — EFSA
Not a specific food additive; novel food considerations may apply for concentrated extracts
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