Dr. Truls Marius Aarra is a specialist in plant-based biochemistry with a focus on how plant-based food molecules interact with the human gut. He completed his master's degree in biochemistry and molecular biology at the University of Bergen in 2003, where he specialized in the mechanisms by which plant molecules bind in the digestive tract, trigger immune responses, and promote health benefits.
With over 24 years of professional experience, Dr. Aarra brings in-depth scientific expertise to the Research and Quality Committee, particularly in the precise study of biochemical interactions between plant compounds, the gut, and the immune system. His work emphasizes the central role of bioactive plant compounds in modulating human health through their effects in the gut environment, which in turn influences immune function and overall well-being.
Dr. Aarra currently serves as R&D Manager at Vitality Nutritionals, where he contributes his expertise in plant-based research and product development.
- Master's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bergen (2003)
- Research focus: plant-based molecules and their binding mechanisms in the digestive tract
- Specialization in biochemical interactions between plant nutrients, the gut, and the immune system
- 24 years of professional experience in research, quality control, and scientific consulting
- R&D Manager at Vitality Nutritionals
- Member of scientific committees for the evaluation of plant-based ingredients and their health effects
- Technical papers and articles on plant-based biochemistry, immunomodulation, and gut health
- Studies on bioactive plant compounds and their role in supporting immune function
- Scientific reports on the quality and efficacy of plant-based ingredients
- Plant biochemistry & nutrient interaction
- Gut health & microbiome
- Immunomodulation through bioactive plant compounds
- Molecular mechanisms of plant-based active ingredients in the digestive system
- Quality assessment of plant-based ingredients
