Probitat

Probitat is a Finnish food technology company located in Kuopio.

It specializes in developing ready-to-use fermented plant-based ingredients aimed at enhancing the health, taste, and sustainability of food products. With nearly 18 years of scientific research, Probitat focuses on improving gut health, nutritional value, and product functionality through its fermentation technology. The company offers a range of services and products, including fermented plant-based food design and starter cultures for the food industry. Its product categories encompass drinks and smoothies, yoghurts and ice creams, baked goods and sourdough, soups and porridges, plant-based proteins, and alternatives to cheese and meat. Probitat's starter bacteria are specifically selected to enhance the nutritional value of raw materials, providing benefits such as improved taste and texture, better digestibility, and reduced glucose and insulin responses after meals. These ingredients also help minimize the need for additives and preservatives in final products. Probitat primarily serves food manufacturers and companies focused on plant-based offerings.