May 14, 2024, 4:07 pm | Read time: 3 minutes
Former weightlifter Matthias Steiner presented his startup “Steiner’s” on “Die Höhle der Löwen” (the German version of “Shark Tank”). With low-carb pasta, rolls, and baking mixes, the 2008 Olympic champion targets people who want to lose or maintain their weight. The products focus on low carbohydrate content with increased protein levels and, according to the manufacturer, do not contain added sugar. The goal is to keep the blood sugar spike after eating as low as possible or to reduce it.
When Matthias Steiner won Olympic gold in super heavyweight in 2008, nutrition played a different role than it does today. He has since lost significant weight and translated his concept into his own product line. Through Steinerfood GmbH, he sells various low-carb products that have been available nationwide since his appearance on “Die Höhle der Löwen.”
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Overview
Why Low Carb and High Protein are Interesting for Many
The idea behind it is not new. A protein-rich diet can increase satiety and help control calorie intake. At the same time, meals with fewer quickly available carbohydrates often lead to a lower rise in blood sugar levels. For people who want to specifically change their diet, this can play a role.
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How the Products are Composed
A look at the ingredients shows how such products are implemented. For the low-carb spaetzle, plant fibers from oats, wheat protein, modified wheat starch, whole egg, and rapeseed oil are used. The recipe is supplemented with gelling agents like konjac and emulsifiers like lecithins. Baking mixes include almond meal, lupine flour, oat fibers, and sweeteners like erythritol. Thickeners like guar gum or locust bean gum, as well as leavening agents based on sodium bicarbonate and cream of tartar, provide consistency and volume.
These ingredients differ significantly from classic recipes with wheat flour and sugar. However, they are approved as food ingredients or additives in the European Union and are also used in many other products, such as in the gluten-free or calorie-reduced sector.
Sugar substitutes like erythritol allow for a significant reduction in sugar content without substantially affecting blood sugar levels. For most people, they are considered well-tolerated, but higher amounts can lead to digestive issues.
From a nutritional standpoint, there is mainly a different nutrient distribution: fewer carbohydrates, but more protein and fiber. Whether this offers an advantage in everyday life depends heavily on individual goals. Those who want to specifically reduce carbohydrates or increase their protein intake can use such products as a practical supplement.
A Balanced Diet Should Still Be the Basis
At the same time, classification remains crucial. A balanced diet is usually based on a mix of different foods, including minimally processed products like whole grains, legumes, or home-cooked meals. They provide not only energy but also a wide range of nutrients.
The term “highly processed” is also frequently discussed in this context. Studies show links between high consumption of heavily processed foods and health risks. At the same time, this category includes very different products, so a blanket assessment of individual foods based solely on this basis is only possible to a limited extent.
In the end, products like those from “Steiner’s” can be useful depending on the objective. However, they are not a substitute for an overall balanced diet but an option within an individual nutrition concept.