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Millions of people around the world strive for an ideal figure. Some “drain” themselves with strict diets, others are looking for a harmony between taste and usefulness, and still others believe in the existence of a magic pill that promises a beautiful figure without effort, hunger, and pain. It sounds like a dream or an advertising gimmick, but what if science is actually already close to creating such a “magic” formula?
We talked to Hovhannes Avagyan, a sports nutritionist, candidate of biological sciences, and participant of the AMADEE-24 Mars analog mission. He introduced us to Armenian “smart food” developments that are intended for astronauts and may change our ideas about food in the future.
“Smart food” for astronauts
According to Avagyan, within the framework of the Mars analog mission, he was responsible for the development of the diet and partially for the training programs of the astronauts. “Within the framework of the project, I got acquainted with the experience of specialists from the Austrian Space Forum in developing diets for analog missions. This inspired us to create our own product—based exclusively on Armenian ingredients, such as Prunus armeniaca—the apricot—and local grape varieties. We have used apricot and grape seed oils, as well as apricot sublimate, the so-called ‘apricot flour.’ Other ingredients were also used, which are still secret, since the product has not yet been patented,” Avagyan noted.
Cosmobar: Compact source of life
The ingredients mentioned, he continued, are mainly used to make Cosmobar, a high-calorie nutritional bar that has a large amount of vegetable fatty acids, vegetable fats and proteins, as well as fruit carbohydrates; in this case, carbohydrates from apricot sublimate. “This bar serves as a source of energy. It contains the amount of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, trace elements, minerals, and fiber necessary for the human body,” he said. The bar is completely filling, but the feeling of satiety persists for only 2-3 hours.
Cosmic “miracle pill?”
Another unique product developed within the framework of the aforesaid Mars mission is Cosmogel, which will undoubtedly attract the attention of many people struggling with excess weight.
Cosmogel has unique properties thanks to its natural ingredients, such as mushrooms and spirulina. “One teaspoon of gel is enough to keep a person from feeling hungry for up to 8 hours. The ingredients contained in the gel activate taste receptors, which send impulses to the brain and block the hunger process,” says Avagyan.
This gel has a shelf life of up to 30 years, which makes it ideal for long-term space missions. And the spirulina contained in the gel helps improve brain function—which is especially important for astronauts in conditions of limited space and psycho-emotional stress.
But the potential of this product extends much further than space. “Last year, with the support of the Ministry of High-Tech Industry [of Armenia], we participated in the international exhibition held in Milan. Our developments attracted the attention of healthcare representatives, and questions were raised about the use of the gel in the fight against obesity. There were also proposals to use it in countries with high seismic risk to help people trapped under rubble,” he said.
As Avagyan explained, at first the taste of this gel may seem unusual. But after a few tries, people get used to it, and the gel becomes in demand. Avagyan said that at international exhibitions its taste was compared to “Oyster sauce.” For Australians, it reminded of the taste of the famous Vegemite, a thick paste with a salty and rich taste, made from yeast extract. And Europeans compared Cosmogel to Marmite, which is the UK equivalent of Vegemite.
Space “meat” that grows in a day
In addition to the aforesaid gel, Armenian researchers have developed another functional product: “space meat,” which was created on the basis of special mushrooms. Such fungi can grow without oxygen, which makes them especially promising for growing in conditions like Mars, where there is water but no oxygen-containing atmosphere.
In the lab, these fungi are grown in fermenters—both large and compact. Due to the high growth rate, a fermenter with a weight of 200-250 grams can already produce the daily protein requirement for one person in one day.
This fungal mass is used to create products with a structure and nutritional composition similar to meat. In addition to protein, such fungi contain indigestible cellular components—in particular, chitin and glucans—which contribute to the normal functioning of the intestines in conditions of limited food intake. This is especially important in space, where ensuring proper intestinal peristalsis is of paramount importance for the health and homeostasis of the body.
Cosmoshake: Space “Red Bull”
We have developed Cosmoshake, a drink that contains water-soluble B vitamins, which are necessary for the normal functioning of the brain. This product is especially important in situations where astronauts have to endure extreme conditions. “In emergencies, astronauts can work without sleep for one to two days. In conditions of prolonged wakefulness, it is especially important to maintain cognitive functions and the speed of transmission of nerve impulses at a high level. In such conditions, Cosmoshake helps to maintain concentration and mental activity, providing the body with the necessary nutrients,” he said.
From space to Earth
The developed product has aroused great interest in various domains. “We continue to improve our developments, we aim to integrate modern technologies such as artificial intelligence and data analysis to adapt the product to the specific needs of different population groups, including athletes, people with type 2 diabetes, and patients with obesity,” Avagyan said.
“Next month, our team is planning a trip to the United States, where we will continue to work on advancing the developments. The primary direction for us remains space food, and solutions for astronauts. Nonetheless, we also plan to explore other possible domains of application of our developments. Within a month, we will be able to provide more accurate information about the direction in which the developments will develop beyond space travel,” he said.
According to Avagyan, one of the promising applications is the use of the aforesaid gel for people with type 2 diabetes, as well as athletes, to maintain salt balance, which contributes to improving their physical performance. The product can be recommended in the pre- and postoperative periods, too.
If a decision is made to expand the use of this product, it will be adapted to terrestrial conditions, including taking into account the cost price. “At the moment, the cost price of production is quite high, which will make its mass consumption difficult. However, if the ratio of ingredients changes, the price can be reduced by three to four times, which will open up opportunities for wider distribution in the market,” Avagyan said. He noted that, for example, the cost price of this gel is currently 20,000 drams, but it can be reduced to just 1,000 drams.