Prebiotics What are Prebiotics? Prebiotics are plant-based, indigestible dietary fiber that are beneficial to the digestive system. They can improve the host health by selectively stimulating the growth and activity of a limited number of bacterial species (Gibson and Rutherford, 1995). Accepted prebiotics are a group of fibers, namely galacto- and fructo-oligosaccharides [...]
Inulin What is Inulin? Inulin is a water-soluble dietary fiber, approved by the FDA.1 It's a non-starch oligosaccharide. A variety of cereal-based products, such as baked goods, breakfast cereals and energy bars are made with inulin to provide: Fat replacement Sugar substitution Bulking Soluble dietary fiber and prebiotic properties Origin [...]
Chicory Root Fiber What is Chicory Root Fiber? Chicory root fiber is a derived from Cichorium intybus var. Satvium, a member of the dandelion family. A soluble fiber and food additive, it’s a good source of inulin. It’s a fructooligosaccharide that provides many functional and health benefits in baking including: Low calorie [...]
