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June 16, 2026Kurt Gilbert

The Real Challenge of Making Fisetin Gummies (And Why Most Brands Get It Wrong)

If you've ever tried to make a Fisetin gummy, you already know the struggle. If you haven't, let me save you some expensive trial and error. Fisetin is one...

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June 16, 2026Kurt Gilbert

The Truth About Making NAD+ Gummies

NAD+ precursors like NMN and NR are everywhere right now. Most supplement brands stick with capsules or powders because they're easy to manufacture. But...

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June 16, 2026Michelle Gilbert

What is the maximum amount of fruit puree (with fibers) that can be added before the gummy fails to set properly, and how does the boundary depend on the type of fiber?

The precise maximum amount of fruit puree with fibers depends strongly on the type and concentration of the fibers present, as well as the total water...

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June 16, 2026Michelle Gilbert

What would be the fastest way to introduce air into a gummy to make it aerated (like a marshmallow-gummy hybrid), and what processing constraints would need to be overcome?

Creating an aerated, marshmallow-like gummy texture is an interesting challenge, as it requires balancing the structural integrity of a traditional gummy...

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June 16, 2026Michelle Gilbert

Why does the addition of citric acid after cooking lead to a more tender gummy than adding it before cooking? What chemical mechanism explains this?

The timing of citric acid addition-after cooking versus before-significantly affects gummy tenderness due to a chemical interaction between the acid and the...

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June 15, 2026Michelle Gilbert

In the mixing step, what is the irreducible sequence of ingredient additions, and could any steps be swapped in order without affecting final texture?

In supplement manufacturing, the mixing step follows a deliberate and scientifically grounded sequence to ensure uniformity, stability, and the desired...

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June 15, 2026Kurt Gilbert

Making Schisandra Gummies Is Harder Than It Looks

Let's be real for a second. You've seen Schisandra popping up everywhere-adaptogenic this, five-flavor that-and you're thinking, "Hey, maybe I should put...

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June 15, 2026Kurt Gilbert

The Real Science Behind Senior Gummies

If you’ve ever popped a gummy vitamin, you probably didn’t think much about what went into making it. But when that gummy is designed for someone in their...

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June 15, 2026Kurt Gilbert

The Real Work Behind Postnatal Gummies

Most people think making a postnatal gummy is like making any other gummy. Just mix some vitamins, add gelatin, and pour. But anyone who's actually run a...

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June 15, 2026Michelle Gilbert

What does the industry assume about the necessity of a 'slurry' step before cooking, and could direct syrup cooking with total water control produce the same result?

In the pharmaceutical and supplement manufacturing industries, the "slurry" step-where raw ingredients are hydrated and mixed into a paste before cooking-is...

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